justmeandmysleeve

I have had fears of getting pregnant while obese, I was worried about everything you have confirmed. I hope that once I have lost my weight and I am in maintenance I can have a healthy pregnancy....not to mention keep up with a little one. I'll let you know what my OBGYN says. Congrats, you are almost one week post-op! How have you been feeling?

As my sleeve date rapidly approaches (July 19th) I am trying to learn everything I can about life before and after the sleeve. I am doing my best to have an "eyes-wide-open" approach, I want to know everything I can before I fully commit myself to making this life change. From those of you who are in this process; What did you wish you knew before surgery? Was there anything that suprised you negatively or positively? What has been the most difficult thing to overcome? What has been the easiest? Do you have any hints for getting through the pre-op diet? Thank you in advance!

I am absolutely considering birth control, I just don't know which kind. I am really not wanting to be back on th pill, but I also do NOT want to have an unhealthy baby while I am supposed to be getting healthy myself. So you recommend depo......thank you!

Benjammin- I am most worried about the "head hunger." I know I am an emotional eater and I don't know how to stop using food as my comfort. I am afraid that post-op I will turn to another addiciton because I haven't properly dealt with the emotional issues behind the eating. My pre-op diet is three weeks and from what I already know consists of Protein shakes, bars and veggies....that's really it! I am nervous that I will be a raving lunatic those three weeks; starving, moody, tired, etc. Thank you for your input. Luckily the doctor is only a car ride away, hopefully my husband doesn't drive like your van driver did

I am a newbie to the site! My sleeve is scehdule for July 19th!!! I am overwhelmed but so many emotions, but here are the fears that are driving me crazy; Telling my younger brother- he thinks surgery is the "easy way" to deal with obesity Telling my boss and friends at work, they'll be watching my every move! The way my weight loss will change my relationship with my husband The way my new lifestyle will change my relationship with my husband What if after I loose the weight, I STILL cannot have a family? Will I be able to sucessfully complete the 3 week liquid pre-op diet? Being able to face the ugly truth once I take away ability ot overeat....why do I use food as my addiction? I know I am not the only one with fears. What have you done about yours? Thank you for the feedback!

Thank you ladies. Great advice. I am going keep things confidential until I feel comfortable telling the outside world. I have only discussed in length with my parents, husband, 2 close friends and my sister-in-law. I have another round of tests on Wednesday for pre-op; ultra sound, blood, etc. Keep me in your prayers so that hopefully I can keep my scheduled date of July 19th. Not looking forward to the 3 week diet, but trying to start now with little changes. I made it through the grocery store today (with my husband) and we didn't buy any junk! A small victory, but baby steps are being made. Did either of you join support groups or see a therapist? Thanks again!

Wow, that had me in tears. Praise God for giving you the tools to minister to others about your struggle. I am only beginning my journey, July 19th, but I know that God is going to pull me through it. You are truly inspirational.