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I start TOMORROW for surgery on 5/18... I been trying self talk, reading VSG books to get me ready for the pre-op diet... but I'm scared I might fail or I didn't shrink my liver enough... your not alone. The biggest thing having to go into work and small ppl leftovers in microwave.... I might eat in my car at lunch...lol Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

Girl... I would have told them "this mini burger is perfect side for my tummy... it's prob too much" Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App Girl... I would have told them "this mini burger is perfect side for my tummy... it's prob too much" Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App Size. .. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

Thx u for sharing...I look great Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App My bad.... YOU look great...lol Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

Thx u for sharing...I look great Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

I like your comment about your head lights up like a pinball machine.... my heart glows like E.T. when I think about favorite food too... my mouth gets slack has with drool like homer with chess pie... so the struggle I real...As far as Ali, she can become biggest loser again WITH TOOL our surgeons have bestow in us....but WE .. been there done that... Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

Thanks. Yes I'm actually on a liquid diet for today. But doctor didn't say anything about clear!! Only liquids and soups are ok.. I'm starting to worry now Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Sending calming energy your way... I wish I could send ya ativan,but....that wouldn't be cool, federally Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

I heart chill pills...lol Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

Our support group have a theme or a guess speaker, once a month... the plastic surgeon specifically for bariatric patients came once...standing room only...lol Sent from my KFTT using the BariatricPal App

Thanks so much for your response. I rang doc re the anti-nausea med and he said rather not at this stage, and that nausea is expected and to try to work through it UHHH. How long were you on yours for post op? what did your doc prescribe? Get some sea sick Patches....their anti-nausea.... Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

FR32 OR FR 36 bougie is typical sizes, I googled it and ask my surgeon... Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

BC/BS Fed for me was easy breezy... just had to do 90 day supv NUT visits... I just have to pay my inpt deduct. With that invited in med flex spending acct. To help offset copays $35, $100, $350.... Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

If allergies trigger of headaches... maybe Rx flonase from M.D.... a few squirts up nose... vs p.o. meds...just suggestions Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

5/18 Ohio Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

Yes I'm ready to die like can I get it already Sent from my SM-N900T using the BariatricPal App What are some of the things you ladies are doing to get ready for the big day Sent from my SM-N900T using the BariatricPal App I had to learn to re-cook...lol, cut back on 2nds, stop piling my plate, slow down eating, CRAVINGS bindging, closet eating... yeah the surgery does not stop the mental portion of eating... Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

I'm so eager to get the surgery that it's starting to be depressing 6 months is a long time to wait to have surgery Sent from my SM-N900T using the BariatricPal App Try 9 mos... the struggle was real, but during that time I got inform, read books on gastric sleeve, the diet part, getting your mind right on why we eat the way we do, trying to learn to like exercise... so take this time and USE it constructively... it's so worth the "weight"... Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

Welcome Patrick... this forum will be a wealth of good info for pre/post op... my op date is 5/18 in Ohio... just attended my pre-op class today... good luck with your surgery Patrick Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

Can the greek yogurt be flavored by yoplait or it has to be straight plain? Sent from my KFTT using the BariatricPal App

Are the "ANYTHING foods" healthy foods? If so enjoy it with moderation... Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

Are your friends & family in the bariactric health care field? I know we all on the forum have different reason for the decision to do surgery... I was 40, 66 inches, 200 lbs when I had my heart attack and open heart surgery 3 yrs ago... still gained more wt... I dare someone to try to scare me out of this surgery... Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

Hello my peeps... had a stressful evening/night....frightening for my husband's respect in my marriage.... well his marriage because he walks away from any input I have.... I cried and was tempted to go to food to make me happy moment.... I'm so close to surgery (5/18) and still fightening with stress thru food.... BUT I went on a walk at 12:00a cried/ regrouped, didn't eat anything, just read bari pal post....any suggestions or advice for the "fighting stress thru food"... Thanks for you attention. Sent from my KFTT using the BariatricPal App

You look great post op!!!... they must have given you the "good stuff" lol, so happy 4 you???? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App

I will look into counseling for myself... prob refer back to the therapist during preop work up.Thank you for link.... Sent from my KFTT using the BariatricPal App

I'm eating 6 servings total a day of food Packet Plain Instant hot ceral 1 carb master yogurt 1 cup low fat broth or Campbell healthy request 98% fat free cream Soup or Progresso light 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce 1 cup of baby carrots, celery,cucumber,broccoli,tomato,or iceberg lettuce. And 64 Oz Water (use mio flavored water) with sugar free Jello, Popsicles etc nothing more then 5 cal. 3 servings of Protein shakes (I use unjury,nectre brands) Hope this helps Sent from my SM-N900T using the BariatricPal App Toss in some exercise... moderate walking 30 min Sent from my KFTT using the BariatricPal App

I know the struggle is real... keep venting... and thank you for your service for our country. Sent from my KFTT using the BariatricPal App

We have to take a 4 hour pre op/post op class, if you no-show or do not reschedule then your surgery is cancelled... my class is 4/26 ,surgery date 5/18, plus we receive our Protein for pre/post op (4 weeks total)+ Vitamins for 6 mos.+shaker + 6 mos membership of health plex fitness center once ok by md to workout= $102.... Sent from my KFTT using the BariatricPal App