It's so hard but exciting watching all the June people go in and seeing the July bunch start their pre-op diets and get ready for their big day, soooo I thought I would start a August thread for those of us who are gearing up for our turn!!

I have an August 13th date and start my pre-op diet in July 30th and time seems to be dragging by.. I have read all my books combed through this web site and been inspired!!

I have a few worries like my pre-op diet (3 Protein shakes a day and 64 ounces of Clear liquids only) what a bummer I am strangely excited to start that process but know it will be a challenge to be liquid only.. I have heard about the Swanson infused broths and planned to try those but I suppose our area hasn't caught up with the progressive world because our stores don't have them. So hopefully I can order from wal-mart website.. I have not even purchased any protein powders or Vitamins. I sure am excited though. I can't wait to "meet" more August RNYers.

August 7th in Cancun for me. Well wishes to everyone!

Nice Cancun!!!

August 11th sleeve Tijuana I can't believe it's only 10 days away! I have 8 lbs more to lose. Must stick to liquids and veggies for 10 more days 4 down woot woot!

August 7th in Cancun for me. Well wishes to everyone!

I wish I had known about Cancun that sounds awesome!

Alright, this is my first post and I am excited (and slightly nervous) to say that my surgery is scheduled for Aug 17th. Today is my first day on the pre-op diet and the first few hours are going ok. I set hourly reminders in my phone to drink my Water, Protein, Jello, etc. I figured if I can stick to an hourly regimen (as much as possible), then maybe I will have better luck. I have already had small gurgle noises coming from my stomach. Thankfully I have a very understanding boss and told him to ignore all weird noises my body makes and to please have patience with me if I seem grumpy or irritable. I'm not looking forward to how I will feel this weekend, as I like to go out and eat on the weekends and obviously that is out of the question. I begged my husband to keep me occupied as much as possible. I know I can do this. I purchased the vanilla Protein powder from costco. I'm not going to lie, it was pricey but it only has 2g of carbs and 24 or 25g of protein! I am allowed 5-6 a day as long as each Protein Drink is under 15g of carbs, so that gives me wiggle room to add flavorings. I am aiming for 5 Protein shakes a day. No real food for me. I saw someone mention they can have raw veggies and got jealous! Alright fellow August people, lets kick some butt!

We can do this! We want to do this!

I can't wait to be a healthier and skinnier me!!!!

Good luck on your surgery! I am excited for all the August people. It starts tomorrow. I am not till the 25th so most will be done before then.

How's it going on your first day?

Hey! I'm due to be sleeved on August 4th!!!! I am soooooo excited! My husband was sleeved on July 28th and he is doing great already lost 10lbs since his surgery!!!!!

wow! 10 lbs congrats to him! Excited for you too!

I am having a procedure called SIPS on Aug 6th in Alabama. It is new for our area and I was wondering has anyone else ever heard of it? It is a combination of the gastric bypass and sleeve. My doctor is the only one doing it in my area and suggested this because I would loose more points on my BMI than just the bypass and as overweight as I am it would helped. Just hoping someone else has heard of it and can share some information.

Katwooten

Please tells more about it, as it sounds interesting!!

Katwooten

Please tells more about it, as it sounds interesting!!

It is a combination of sleeve and bypass but I am only reconnected at one place. It is new with out a lot of information but it has been successful with diabetics. I googled it and found information on it!

Edited August 2, 201511 yr by katwooten

Whoo Hoo! August 6th for me in Wisconsin. I'm in the "preparing the nest" phase of buying Vitamins, Protein samples, water/shaker bottles and figuring out what to puree. liquid diet of course!

I ordered a bunch of protein samples from Nashua Nutrition. My NUT suggested I wait until after to try them as my preferences/taste may change.

I'm a little anxious as this is my first surgery and I'm coming home alone (I have a friend to transport me home).

Good luck everyone!

I'm scheduled for bypass on August 10th. I only have to start the liquid diet the day before then nothing to eat after midnight. My doctor does the endoscopy during surgery in case patients have a hiatal hernia she can correct it and check for leaks in the new pouch at the same time. Has anyone else heard of this? I've bought all my powder and vitamins and I am so anxious!

Edited August 2, 201511 yr by loo loo

I am having gastric bypass as well.

Hi everybody, August 4th is my date. Jennylew we are on the same boat, I am also having a revision from lapband although my band was taken out August '13 due to complications. I'm not sure what procedure you're having, I'm going with the RNY this time around. Also having weird dreams and don't know how to interpret them and I worry. I tell myself it's part of my anxiety and try not to dwell on it too long. I am waiting for test dates which coordinator is working on that now... hopefully in the next couple of weeks. I have stocked up on supplements, soups, protein, and jello as well so I'm just playing the waiting game now.

I'm new to this forum and not sure how to add friends but keep in touch and let me know how your process goes. Good luck to you all.

good luck to you

Thank you Mary.

Thank you Marie-Car.

Good luck Niki15.

Loo loo... yes mine does it the same way..... I'm having RNY on Aug 14 and my son sleeve the same day. .... I can't believe it's only 10 days away

@@tiggerbug i know! It's very exciting and I cannot wait. Plus time off from work is always great haha.