Got my surgery date!

[fourmonthspreop 498]

So I finally got my surgery date after about 7 months of waiting. I am feeling so many mixed emotions but mainly excited and scared.

My surgery is on Valentine's Day or Feb 14th. I thought how symbolic because it's all about self love now in my life and treating myself to the life I deserve rather than put up with.

It's been such an emotional journey for me. I'm so ready now though. I just need to remember the good over the ugly parts.

I'm a little bit sad because I've only lost 26 lbs throughout this time but I worked really hard with psychologists and my psychiatrist to have a better relationship to food throughout all of these months. It was slow but my weight has been going down only for the first time in 2 years.

I'm on my preop diet now. It's really tough but I'm determined to do what I need to be surgery ready. I've been drinking so much Water having sugar free popsicles to curb my hunger pangs. It's almost messed up but I'm so excited to not have my appetite right after surgery for a little bit because it's quite a nuisance when you're eating 500 calories a day on a pre op stomach.

Anyway, thanks for everyone's advice over these months. Just wanted to share the update and express my feelings. If you're going through the same thing I'm always open to talk.

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[Ephemeral 33]

How exciting!!! It's finally here! I love your comment about "it's all about self-love", because you are so right! It took me a while to get there mentally.

Don't be too hard on yourself, because a loss of 26 lbs is fantastic! I lost 3 lbs during my waiting period. I did not have to do a full-blown pre-op diet. Just the week before my surgery, I had to cut out all carbonated and caffeinated drinks, sweets, etc. and amp up on complex carbs instead. I was told it helped with the nausea experienced from the surgery, and I can attest that it did! So I was happy about that.

Keep your eye on the big prize, and take it one day at a time. You have 11 days to go......it will be here before you know it.

I'm 2 weeks post-surgery and I've lost 22 lbs. I had the sleeve. I can tell you, I have very little appetite. I don't feel hungry at all. I have to remind myself to eat my 3 meals a day to make sure I meet my Protein requirements. It's crazy. The only thing I crave is COFFEE......isn't it crazy? It's not even food....it's a good robust coffee with the Funfetti-flavored creamer.....sigh....

Keep us updated! Good Luck! ♥

Edited February 4, 2022 by Ephemeral

[fourmonthspreop 498]

Thank you for your kind and encouraging words. I am also still learning that our journeys aren't linear and won't look the same. Congrats to you on getting through the surgery. Can't wait to be where you are haha

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[toodlerue 433]

Ephemeral said everything I wanted to say!
It is very exciting to get your surgery date.

Yes!!!! Keep your eye on the main prize, a better life for yourself. I’m glad you are working through your relationship with food. Knowing how you got to where you are & knowing what NOT to do are very, very important!

[GradyCat 3,692]

Congratulations on getting your surgery date and it'll be an easy one for you to remember your surgiversary.

[Ltdanfan 2]

How did everything go? I had surgery the same day and i love that it was valentines day for the same reason. I even told friends and coworkers that i had a “date” with a good looking surgeon for valentines day, lol.
its good to know that others are at the same stage that i am because i feel like everyone is so far ahead of me thats posting here.

[fourmonthspreop 498]

How did everything go? I had surgery the same day and i love that it was valentines day for the same reason. I even told friends and coworkers that i had a “date” with a good looking surgeon for valentines day, lol.
its good to know that others are at the same stage that i am because i feel like everyone is so far ahead of me thats posting here.

Haha my surgeon literally said "you'll be my date!" Jokingly of course. I'm doing a lot better. I don't even need Tylenol anymore because the pain is very slight. I do have to take nausea meds. I'm mainly having issues with gas, Constipation which is making me queasy.

I also get dizzy really easily, especially when transitioning from sitting to standing.

But beyond all that liquids, popsicles, Jello, all going down fine. I think im getting moved onto pureed food on Tuesday so I'm looking forward to that. I really miss cooking and having food be a normal part of my routine. I don't even want junk or to overeat, just looking for some normalcy and I hate the taste of Protein Shakes.

How's your recovery going?

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[Ltdanfan 2]

I stayed a second night in the hospital due to pain and lack of a dedicated caretaker at home. Since my dad is having health issues of his own, my mother was unable to travel to be with me so i felt better staying in hospital longer. Im single and live alone with pets, so dont have a human at home to help if i were to have an issue early on, but now im doing well enough i can get myself to the ER if necessary.
i am on pureed foods, and tolerating it ok so far. Only a couple episodes of vomiting which were definitely over eating related. Liquids and yogurt dont make me full so i just stop eating after a serving. But more “solid” foods do. Still learning to eat slow. Im used to eating on the go so taking a full 30 min to finish 2 oz is a real challenge. I dont feel any restriction, i seem to go from hungry (starving) to pain. Im thinking the pain is the new full feeling, which sucks. I used to enjoy eating but now not as much.
i miss food too. Hopefully we will both be able to incorporate more normalcy into our diets soon!