Pr33ty Heard

Aww, @@missymac, I totally know and understand where you are right now. You will have those minor set backs, but know the reason why we had the surgery and look at the bigger picture! Nuts are ok, and if you want to curve that sweet crave, get the SF fudge pops. They're actually good and can't really taste the difference.

I encourage you to push forward and give yourself some self talks! We're here for you!

I have always worn a tankini. Skirt and long torso tank. This summer was my first summer in 15+ years at a normal weight so my skirt was a tad shorter and my top was the bra top variety. My thighs are really saggy and I want to go to the pool or beach and NOT feel self conscious so I will never wear a bikini bottom again, most likely..

Wear what makes YOU feel good. I felt great in my itty bitty bikini when I was in high school and college. I haven't felt great in a suit since until this summer. (This is a hurdle for me, too, as I was a competitive swimmer and still love to swim for exercise.)

Shop around, you'll find the right style.

I have always worn a tankini. Skirt and long torso tank. This summer was my first summer in 15+ years at a normal weight so my skirt was a tad shorter and my top was the bra top variety. My thighs are really saggy and I want to go to the pool or beach and NOT feel self conscious so I will never wear a bikini bottom again, most likely..

Wear what makes YOU feel good. I felt great in my itty bitty bikini when I was in high school and college. I haven't felt great in a suit since until this summer. (This is a hurdle for me, too, as I was a competitive swimmer and still love to swim for exercise.)

Shop around, you'll find the right style.

Are there any smokers who are struggling as I am to stop smoking before surgery??!!

I have the diet under control, but the smoking is kicking butt!!! I have two weeks before my surgery and my Dr has already informed me that if I haven't stopped by the time of surgery he will postpone me. Nooooooooooo I can't have that, yet it's a challenge for me and VERY hard!!

Any suggestions ANYONE?

@@Elode I too think it's a scare tactic as well as making sure that I will be able to change my diet after the surgery, however, I'm willing to change it bc I'm just tired of the excess weight!

Yes, I'm inquiring of both, the before and after.

@@Elode Nevermind to the first question, I see you had your surgery in Nov. How was it for you and how is it now for you? What should I expect being that I have 3 weeks.

@@Elode have you already had your surgery? She even told me that if I didnt lose the weight my Dr would cancel the surgery. Have you ever heard of that?

@@Pr33ty Heard

Protein, Protein and protein

Lean meats and veggies. Try to stay away from carbs. (No breads, rice and pasta). Drink a lot of water/crystal light. If you don't mind me asking...Why do you have less than a month to loose 15 to 20 pounds?

I have to lose it bc my dietician states it will shrink my liver and bc the surgery is planned sooner than we expected I have to lose the 15-20

@@jenn1 Lol! We must think alike because we practically wrote the same thing!

Well I hope I read that wrong and your not JUST drinking a Protein shake and That's it?! Because if you are you will put your body right into starvation mode and it will hold on to fat ect for survival and you probably won't lose what you need to lose. Why do you need to lose so much in a month? Your best option would be to do a low carb diet and drink LOTS of Water...lots!

I eat salad, cucumbers and fish and have been drinking LOTS of Water. To the point I am waking up every 10 min to go to the rr!! UGHhHH! I'm just cautious bc I dont wanna eat the wrong things!

Can anyone help me with this pre op diet? I am exercising and drinking a Protein Shake once a day, however I am scared to eat or drink anything bc I have less than a month to lose 15-20 pounds. Can someone suggest things to eat that will help lose the 15-20? I would greatly appreciate the help.

Thanks in advance!

Is anyone having their surgery December 30th ? I am looking to buddy up .

Not the 30th but the 31st!