NewPath4Me

Thanks, Deb. Where do you get your Proteins from? I know initially we have to drink a lot of Protein drinks, but what foods do you eat for the protein?

I haven't told my entire family yet (parents know and are supportive), partly because I don't want to be judged, but I'm going to have to bite the bullet and just matter of factly tell them. Some family members may see my surgery as "the easy way out" but as everyone on this site knows, that couldn't be farther from the truth as there's nothing easy about it. I'm amazed at the committment I see on this site and am encouraged. I also have to learn what it feels like to be "full". I know perfectly well what "overstuffed" feels like and manage to breeze right past full. Being overstuffed with the sleeve is not going to work, so I'm going to try to do the recommended 20-30 minute meal time to let the full response kick in. Glad your surgery went well!

I'm defintely going to try to come up with lots of positive thoughts and long term goals to think of for the 1st month (and thereafter). And, like you, I know I'm going to have some post surgery body issues (loose skin, kangaroo pouch minus the baby kangaroo, droopy boobs). So I'm preparing for the excitement of losing the weight, but the reality that the body I'm left probably isn't going to be what I had expected...but the benefits of losing the weight will way outweigh the physical issues. :-)

I'm actually going to buy a placemat and write the things I need to remember on it (protein first, chew chew chew, etc). and hope that will help. In 3 weeks I start a 10 day liquid diet pre-op and know that will be one HUGE hurdle to clear, but I have to remember it's to make the surgery easier. Thanks!

Thanks! Walking has been a big problem for me with having all of the extra weight and plantars fasciitis, so I'm looking forward to being able to walk comfortably again!

Thanks for your insight. I found a book a lot of people suggested ("Emotional First Aid for Bariatric Surgery") and just finished it and it really made me realize how much my issue with my weight is in my head and I know my issues with food will be a lifelong struggle, but hopefully one I will be able to manage along with the surgery. surgery+ lifelong dietary changes + exercise = success!

I hear you about the drinking/eating together issue. I find myself automatically getting something to drink with my meal and am really going to have to stop that now and get prepared. Thanks.

Thanks. I have a habit of letting the doctors do the insurance work, but it is a good idea for me to get involved, too.