gertiemay

I know I can lose the weight or at least a good chunk of it. I've done it more times than I can count and I'm only 40. That's not my problem. My problem is keeping it off for longer than 6-9 months. I completely understand your feelings though because I'm having those conversations in my head and I'm 5-1/2 weeks away from my surgery. I try to tell myself that I've had to see a weight management doctor and dietician for the past 6 months (prior to surgery due to my insurance requirements). I've lost 35 pounds through my diet, quitting pop (soda) and walking 4-7 miles/6 days per week, but I can't say without that accountability and the support I've experienced from my support group that I would have been successful on my own. And long term with a diagnosis of borderline diabetes I know I need more help than I can give myself. This surgery will allow me to live the life that I want for myself, the life that my kids deserve from their mom and the life I want as a wife for my husband. I have found peace knowing and asking for help. I hope you find the answers you are looking for.

I'm scheduled for July 27 with my liquid diet beginning on July 13. I'm nervous about the liquid portion and getting more nervous as the date approaches for surgery but I know this is the best option for me. I wish I had my parents support, but I haven't told them because I know they will be against it and if my mom know then everyone knows. I'm grateful to have my husbands support and the support of a couple really great friends, two of which have opted to join me in this process. I think I'm nervous because it's an elective procedure and I worry about my 10 year old daughter and 9 year old son, but they are one of my biggest reasons for doing this besides for myself. I wish you all the best and please feel free to reach out anytime.

My surgeon is only requiring a 3 day liquid diet before surgery.My surgeon requires liquid diet for two weeks prior to surgery. I start my liquid portion July 13 with my surgery date being July 27. I think I'm more nervous about that than the surgery.

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I'm scheduled for July 27 and getting nervous.