I got my date as August 21.

CW 295

What all are you doing to prepare? I'm worried about starting pre-op diet too early and potentially running out of willpower in advance. I'm also looking for therapy for disordered eating to begin ASAP and continue through the process. I'm also working on not drinking during meals and thinking about how to start increasing my water uptake. I'm also contemplating how I can prepare meals with veg and protein for easy access.

10 hours ago, Chatterboxdea said:

I’m really frustrated and need some help. My dietitian was sick this week when we were supposed to have our appt (not frustrated at her, people get sick).

What I’m frustrated about is that my appt was on Tuesday and Wednesday was my 5 week out mark, so we were already pretty much a week behind. I want to start on soft foods and have tried a few, but I’m also nervous because usually the dietitian usually gives me a food plan and foods I should and should not eat.

What did you guys start soft foods with so I can feel more confident trying a few more things until our next appt on next Tuesday? I have tried hard boiled eggs, lentil Soup, and tuna/chicken from a can.

I get why you're feeling frustrated—it's tough when you're ready to move to the next stage and don't have the plan you were expecting. It's great that you've already started with things like hard-boiled eggs, lentil soup, and canned tuna/chicken. Those are solid choices! While you're waiting for your next appointment, you could try some soft foods like mashed avocado, Greek yogurt, or even well-cooked veggies. Just take it slow and pay attention to how your body reacts. You’re doing awesome, and your dietitian will have you back on track soon enough!

6 hours ago, Justarwaxx said:

Omg lucky! What a fantastic score!!! We don't have thrift stores here ??

We do however, have those budgeted stores which I visited but barely found anything nice. I got 2 shirts but were still abit tight on me which were like 3 USD each..

Well your shirts will fit soon enough. No thrift stores? Do people have sales of their old stuff? We call them yard sales but they aren’t always at a house, sometimes they are at churches and the call them bizarres. I have a feeling that I am going to be shopping. Lots of yard sales and thrift stores over the next year or so. It feels better to be wearing clothes that actually fit but I can’t afford a new wardrobe every couple of months.

1 hour ago, ShoppGirl said:

Well your shirts will fit soon enough. No thrift stores? Do people have sales of their old stuff? We call them yard sales but they aren’t always at a house, sometimes they are at churches and the call them bizarres. I have a feeling that I am going to be shopping. Lots of yard sales and thrift stores over the next year or so. It feels better to be wearing clothes that actually fit but I can’t afford a new wardrobe every couple of months.

None of that.. here we usually just donate all the clothes we don't wear anymore! Plus everything still fits so I am okay for now except for the loose panties haha

I told myself I won't be shopping till maybe my birthday which will be in Feb! And hoping I'd be 80 kg by then? Sounds like a reasonable goal!

4 hours ago, Justarwaxx said:

None of that.. here we usually just donate all the clothes we don't wear anymore! Plus everything still fits so I am okay for now except for the loose panties haha

I told myself I won't be shopping till maybe my birthday which will be in Feb! And hoping I'd be 80 kg by then? Sounds like a reasonable goal!

And a very nice birthday gift to yourself for sure.

Oh God, I am having a bad day and night! Foamies attack after breaky and vomited everything I ate. Struggling with a migraine and my appetite is so open. Aunt flo is really screwing me up!

I had to take painkiler for the headache and slept at 830 pm

Its now 11 pm and I'm up, I'm ok but hungry. Too weak to eat so I think I'll just sleep again and deal with my stomach tomorrow. Also I cancelled my super stretch session. I just can't deal..

Also my BP was high so I'm wondering if the headache was from it. Btw, I used to be on BPpills and my doc stopped me to monitor whether I still need it or not. I've been checking daily and it's been normal except for a couple of days where it was high including today. Me no likey today ?

3 hours ago, Justarwaxx said:

Oh God, I am having a bad day and night! Foamies attack after breaky and vomited everything I ate. Struggling with a Migraine and my appetite is so open. Aunt flo is really screwing me up!

I had to take painkiler for the headache and slept at 830 pm

Its now 11 pm and I'm up, I'm ok but hungry. Too weak to eat so I think I'll just sleep again and deal with my stomach tomorrow. Also I cancelled my super stretch session. I just can't deal..

Also my BP was high so I'm wondering if the headache was from it. Btw, I used to be on BPpills and my doc stopped me to monitor whether I still need it or not. I've been checking daily and it's been normal except for a couple of days where it was high including today. Me no likey today ?

I would call your doctor. If your BP is high off and on maybe you still need a low dose of the BP med or something. Just rest and feel better.

On 10/5/2024 at 2:34 AM, ShoppGirl said:

I would call your doctor. If your BP is high off and on maybe you still need a low dose of the BP med or something. Just rest and feel better.

Went to the clinic today n I'm back on the bill but like 3 times a week. Sigh .. maybe it was too soon going off it

8 minutes ago, Justarwaxx said:

Went to the clinic today n I'm back on the bill but like 3 times a week. Sigh .. maybe it was too soon going off it

possibly or also some people have high blood pressure that is purely genetic I mean if it’s not diet or weight related maybe the surgery doesn’t make it go away?? I imagine that reducing weight and changing diet would have to help some, but maybe it doesn’t cure it entirely. Good you are back on it though for now if you need it.

Edited October 6, 20241 yr by ShoppGirl

1 hour ago, ShoppGirl said:

possibly or also some people have high blood pressure that is purely genetic I mean if it’s not diet or weight related maybe the surgery doesn’t make it go away?? I imagine that reducing weight and changing diet would have to help some, but maybe it doesn’t cure it entirely. Good you are back on it though for now if you need it.

I think i have to lose more weight first to "cure" it. I had BP from pregnancy and it didn't go away because of my weight n poor lifestyle so let's see in a couple of months

2 hours ago, Justarwaxx said:

I think i have to lose more weight first to "cure" it. I had BP from pregnancy and it didn't go away because of my weight n poor lifestyle so let's see in a couple of months

Yea. Fingers crossed it does go away, but for some it doesn’t. If you haven’t always had it then hopefully it will go away but I know people who are very fit and healthy who still need BP meds. ?

@Greekmom4 I have a question for you. How did you know that you had a hernia. I have a sneaking suspicion that I developed an umbilical hernia post surgery. The NP doesn’t think anything is weird but my belly botton is shaped differently and I can feel that it’s really hard inside and it was not like that before. Not sure why she can’t feel what I’m feeling. Maybe I’m feeling the sensation from the inside. Anyways, do they do an ultrasound or something?

I know I’m over reacting and not giving myself enough grace but I have gained a pound this week and only lost 6 lbs in a month. I’m so frustrated! I really wanted the weight to fall off after surgery and I have come to terms that it will be a slow process (even though I’m eating so much less than I was). I have even been trying to walk more.

I know there is nothing really to do but keep going and it will get better, it’s just so disheartening to not to see the scale going down, especially at 5.5 weeks out.

16 minutes ago, Chatterboxdea said:

I know I’m over reacting and not giving myself enough grace but I have gained a pound this week and only lost 6 lbs in a month. I’m so frustrated! I really wanted the weight to fall off after surgery and I have come to terms that it will be a slow process (even though I’m eating so much less than I was). I have even been trying to walk more.

I know there is nothing really to do but keep going and it will get better, it’s just so disheartening to not to see the scale going down, especially at 5.5 weeks out.

It's totally understandable to feel frustrated, but remember that your body is still healing and adjusting. Even though the scale might not be moving as quickly as you'd hoped, you're still making progress. Plateaus can happen, but they don't mean you're doing anything wrong. You're walking more, eating much less, and that's all positive. Just make sure you're eating enough to fuel your body properly and getting the right nutrients. It’s a slow and steady journey, and every small step counts! Be patient with yourself, and know that you're doing amazing!

2 hours ago, Chatterboxdea said:

I know I’m over reacting and not giving myself enough grace but I have gained a pound this week and only lost 6 lbs in a month. I’m so frustrated! I really wanted the weight to fall off after surgery and I have come to terms that it will be a slow process (even though I’m eating so much less than I was). I have even been trying to walk more.

I know there is nothing really to do but keep going and it will get better, it’s just so disheartening to not to see the scale going down, especially at 5.5 weeks out.

Have you talked to your team about your fitness and your macros. I was actually eating too little for my level of activity. It was really scary to be adding carbs but I trusted the NP and I’m still losing. You’re definitely not over reacting though. I was upset about not losing as much as I have been and I made an appointment to talk to my team about my loss. They reassured me that I was doing what I should be doing. I recommend that you do that if you can. It can be so upsetting and sometimes even makes people less motivated to exercise and make poor food choices if they feel like it’s not working for them and I’m sure it will feel much better to hear from them whether you are on track for what they expect for you.

Edited October 7, 20241 yr by ShoppGirl

@ShoppGirl I had a hiatal hernia, which is at the bottom of the esophagus/top of the stomach. It causes GERD. I had an EGD prior to my surgery. Partly to see if I had one and also to make sure my esophagus was a normal size prior to my surgery.
I believe they can do an U/S for an umbilical hernia, and if it really large they can feel it.