justmeandmysleeve

I just call my board "kick the carbs".....I am also keeping it confidential until I feel comfortable!

Yikes, I hope you feel better soon!

Was your surgery laparoscopic? All the pain you are having is making me nervous!

My doctor has required we take the bariactric advantage shakes pre and post op. They really aren't too horrible. They are packed with protein and have low carbs.

Poor guy, he is so young, but I truly believe that we are only given as much as we can handle. Children are so resilent. He will be so much happier to have you around and healthy for a lifetime!

I just want to tell you that we are here to support you, I can't say that I've been through your situtaion, but I can't imagine it being easy. I am sure your choice of surgery is bringing up fears in your mom as well as little brother. I would just advise to communicate and involve them in the process as much as possible. I am extremely close with my mom and invited her to a pre-op appointment, I even sat through the orientation program again so she could feel as at ease as I am. Best of luck! I am sure once you come through the other side of this process they will be happy since you'll live alot longer with the surgery than without.

happy surgery date!

Great idea the gummy vits. I am currently taking the chewable multi-Vitamin per my NUT's request. I gag it down twice a day. Thank you for the tip!

That is a great problem to have! Congrats!

Last night was my sleep study. Long story short I had a panic attack. After trying three different masks and a very frustrated technician I lost it. I started sobbing and he couldn't get those wires off of my body fast enough. I am mortified that I couldn't make myself pull it together long enough, but three hours seemed like the end of the world. I was extremely claustrophobic. What can I do? I absolutely cannot wear the CPAP. I am terrified that this will delay my surgery date. Can I pursue natural rememdies?

Love your recipes....I just repinned a bunch. You can follow me on pinterest as Carly Gonzalez. I call the list "kick the carbs" since that is the idea and I haven't told all of my friends of friends about my decision for weight loss surgery. Thanks for the ideas!

I just woke up, in my own bed. I went for the sleep study last night and since it was already determined that I have sleep apnea they gave me the CPAP right away to fall asleep. Long story short, I had a panic attack and couldn't finish the night. They came and changed the machine once or twice to see if I could be a litle more comfortable. Around the third hour my chest kept tightening and I lost it. I am not only embarassed, but I am so fearful that all of the work I have done to prepare for my surgery on July 19th is now un-done. What do I do? I don't want to have my surgery postponed because I couldn't make myself handle that awful machine. Any advice is appreciated!

That's incredible, I am hoping I'll be as sucessful as you have been in just a month! Congratulations.

I am on day 3 of liquid Protein and veggies. I am not going to lie day 1 was miserable, I had a killer migraine and felt like I was literally detoxing from drugs. Good news? Today I feel much more myself. It isn't easy sticking to Liquid Protein and veggies, but I figure I can endure a month of discomfort (pre and post op) in order to change the rest of my life! Everyone I've talked to has nothing but good things to say. Sure it is a HUGE change, but the good news is you can still eat just small portions. I think post surgery will be much easier as far as portion control. Going cold turkey has been so difficult. I can only speak from my experience, but I was terrified to start the liquid diet because I've only failed at diets in the past. The difference this time? I have to succeed. I want a different life and I am not willing to give into food just because it's easy. Good luck, I truly believe we will all be much happier and healthier!

I have been a grouch too! Luckily my husband is dieting with me, so we are equally grouchy. We've made a pact to not take it out on each other, but it is not easy! How am I going to keep this up for another 19 days???

Have you tried the medifast protein shakes? They are delicious. The bariactric advantage shakes my surgeon requires I have been gagging down! They are NASTY!

How are you ladies feeling today??? I am still feeling shaky and have a headache. I am hoping to turn the corner tomorrow. I ask my nutritionist about substituting one of the shakes for chicken and I was allowed chicken last night. This is NOT easy. Keep praying!

I am right there with you, except my surgery isn't until July 19th. We are required to have a three-week pre-op diet. I am so hungry and my stomach won't stop growling! I am seriously frustrated. What are you allowed to eat/drink? Hang in there, you are NOT alone!

I start tomorrow too, when is your surgery?

A question to add; how do you know how many ounces you have consumed? Once you move to solids are you weighing portions before eating them?

Good advice, I'll stick to my own dressing!

I was cleared yesterday for surgery on July 19th! I start my 800 calorie diet tomorrow and can have 3 shakes and 2 Protein Bars a day with unlimited veggies. The shakes and bars were provided by my physician. I have the following on my shopping list, what should I add? sugar free Jello Suar free popsicles walden farms- calorie free dessing (for veggies to make salad) broth Crystal Light Gatorade (zero) Powerade (zero)

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