So I have a (likely) surgery date of December 13th, pending insurance approval. Any other people having a gastric bypass in December and want to be buddies? I hope we can keep this thread going as we prepare for surgery, and after!

39 minutes ago, Linz13 said:

How long did everyone that has already had surgery have to wait to be cleared to drive?

My team say 10 days for a short (under 30 minute) drive. Three weeks AND over the fatigue for an hour or more.

On 12/19/2017 at 6:10 PM, tankheadmommy said:

How are feeling?

I actually feel amazing. This process has be great so far. Minimal gas pain, no nausea, just tender incision sights. Thank you checking on me.

I actually drove home from the hospital. I had surgery on the Monday and drive home on Wednesday once released.

I actually feel amazing. This process has be great so far. Minimal gas pain, no nausea, just tender incision sights. Thank you checking on me.

You're welcome! I'm so glad your recovery is going so well.

I actually drove home from the hospital. I had surgery on the Monday and drive home on Wednesday once released.

Lol...why am I not surprised!! Hey look, sometimes we gotta do what we gotta do. The good thing is, I know you take this process seriously and you won't put yourself in jeopardy. [emoji4]

Hi everyone, I'm new on here and wishing I'd found it before my RNY surgery on 12/18. I wish I was feeling as successful as some of yall. I feel like I'm struggling to get in my protein and fluids daily. I'm still really sore internally and struggling with motivation to get up and around because I hurt so bad. The number on the scale is dropping...I've lost 19 pounds since I started my pre op diet on 12/11...but I'm just feeling miserable and having a hard time fighting off the feelings of deep regret.

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19 minutes ago, andelw said:

Hi everyone, I'm new on here and wishing I'd found it before my RNY surgery on 12/18. I wish I was feeling as successful as some of yall. I feel like I'm struggling to get in my Protein and fluids daily. I'm still really sore internally and struggling with motivation to get up and around because I hurt so bad. The number on the scale is dropping...I've lost 19 pounds since I started my pre op diet on 12/11...but I'm just feeling miserable and having a hard time fighting off the feelings of deep regret.

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Stay focused and trust the process. I was one that fortunately had no issues and is feeling a million bucks. The fluid intake takes time but will get better everyday. I also had my surgery on 12/18. This support group has been the key factor for my sanity during the Pre-Op process. Since surgery I have lost 24 pounds in 1 week. 53 pounds since October. Just continue to take it one day at a time and trust the process. We are all here to lean on. We got you!!!

43 minutes ago, andelw said:

Hi everyone, I'm new on here and wishing I'd found it before my RNY surgery on 12/18. I wish I was feeling as successful as some of yall. I feel like I'm struggling to get in my Protein and fluids daily. I'm still really sore internally and struggling with motivation to get up and around because I hurt so bad. The number on the scale is dropping...I've lost 19 pounds since I started my pre op diet on 12/11...but I'm just feeling miserable and having a hard time fighting off the feelings of deep regret.

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I also had my surgery on 12/18, I have very little pain and I lost 24 pounds. Im barely hungry during the whole day. I get up and have about half small cup of jello, then broth in the afternoon. and for the rest of the day I have my protein shake. I was also having doubt about 3-4 days after getting out of the hospital. But now I'm sure I did the right thing. i can't wait until the next phase in 2 weeks when I can start eating something else.

9 minutes ago, Francisco82 said:

I also had my surgery on 12/18, I have very little pain and I lost 24 pounds. Im barely hungry during the whole day. I get up and have about half small cup of Jello, then broth in the afternoon. and for the rest of the day I have my Protein Shake. I was also having doubt about 3-4 days after getting out of the hospital. But now I'm sure I did the right thing. i can't wait until the next phase in 2 weeks when I can start eating something else.

Congrats. You are doing well. I have been doing well also. I do have hunger and I wished I didn't. I hope it goes away.

Newbie here,

Had my surgery December 6th. No regrets so far!

Newbie here,
Had my surgery December 6th. No regrets so far!

Awesome...welcome!

Tomorrow is surgery day, I started clear liquids today and had to drink laxative. So not fun! I'm so anxious! God help me! I'll be glad when surgery is over so I can stop worrying about it!

Good luck! It's going to be a busy couple of days, take it easy on yourself!

I’m going in for the sleeve at 9a on Monday as well! We’ll do great!

Hey! So how are you doing 11 days out?

Had a two-week follow-up appointment with the bariatric advanced practice nurse last night. She said my incisions look good! I am cleared to start vitamins, transitioning to soft solid foods, and baths! Back to work next week (a mix of ugh and yay)!