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Thanks hats123! 8 more days ... I'm nervous but excited to start my new healthy lifestyle. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm scheduled for 8/30 - the Dr said 24 hours pre-op Clear liquids only but at 7 days out which is Tuesday, I'm going to start with 2 Protein drinks (Bfast and Dinner) and a healthy lunch, protein first and then vegi's). I gave up soda and have cut back sweets and breads although today and tomorrow I plan on having a couple food funerals. But Tuesday morning, my EYE is on the PRIZE! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So excited, today I finally finished everything I needed to do for preparing, short of my liquid diet and packing my suitcase! 12 days out! Finished and sent bloodworm today, final test results all sent to Dr, Checks al sent to Hospital, anesthesiologist, Surgeon, etc Now to focus on eating healthy until day before surgery, weaning off caffeine, soft drinks Desserts and anything else that doesn't help me reach my goal! Next, I start making my lists of things I need to pack, and stock up for my pre-op 24 hours! My consult was 7/20 and Surgery was scheduled 8/30. Went a lot faster than I realized. Here I come my future self!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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Dr Borland in New Iberia, Louisiana should be on your list to check out. His pricing is very reasonable. I am driving 3 1/2 hours to go to him but even if I had to fly, it would be totally worth it. As long as you are 30 pounds overweight he will consider you for the surgery. I have a BMI of 31.5 and will be a Self Pay. http://thomasborlandmd.com/ Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Good one! I can take it! Bring it big boy Ok, now to explain ... Here is my pack list. Let me know what you think: 1) My neck pillow 2) Heating pad 3) Abdomen binder 4) Fuzzy Socks 5) Loose PJ pants 6) T-shirt 7) Big hot pink bow for hall walks Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

What are you weighing in now 5 days post-op? Your stats are similar to mine although you are slightly lighter and slightly shorter than I am. When was your sleeve date? I'm 2 weeks until! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks all - well, that's stinks but hoping it will all be worth it! Who knows, maybe I'll like thin hair Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm energized by your before and after ... You look 10 years younger and beautiful both before and after! I hope and pray for similar results! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Great Job! Do you mind me asking your height and age? Curious as I've been wondering if the speed at which people lose is comparable to BMI and age. Overall can't compare, just curious. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Where are you having your surgery done? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Excellent point! Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm in North Louisiana - about 3 1/2 hours away. If it's cancelled, my problems are minor compared to what they are going through ... Praying for them all. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I haven't told anyone but my family (and not all of them) and only 2 friends. I told work that I'm having a hiatal hernia repaired. My issue now is that one of my supervisors is asking questions about which dr, and where he'll be performing the surgery, and will it be an overnight stay, etc. ... Know her well and am expecting this so want to be prepared with the answers. So far, I've just said that all I know is the date. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Scheduled for surgery August 30th in New Iberia ... Expecting a phone call tomorrow telling me they have to reschedule. Lots of flooding in that area although not sure yet how Dr. Borland's area has faired. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

This site is really helpful and also the Facebook site "BP August 2016". I also have been watching a lot of YouTube videos". Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Curious what your BMI was at surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Yes! Thanks for the info! This has been most helpful! Where did you drive from? I had my consultation July 20th and I'm scheduled for August 30th. I'm a low BMI so a little nervous about that but looking forward to having this tool to help beat my old lady low metabolism! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I feel ya! I've heard stories of some that have. I'm hoping that since that's a concern of mine too that I will stay strong not to fall back into old habits. Freaks me out when I hear people saying they're eating ice cream, cake, Cookies even a few weeks out! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Good Luck! Hope everything went well today! Let us know how you're doing and let us know how post-op was. I'm with you - dreading those first few hours after waking up! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Can y'all share a little about Day 1 ? I'm 8/30 and dreading the nausea and initial pain. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm so sorry you had such a rough night in the hospital! Sounds like things are looking up now. Did you experience a lot of pain? Hope you're feeling even better soon! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

No one else for August 30th? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Craziest thing ... You would think I'd most be worried about valid things like pain after surgery, worrying it won't work, worrying it will work too good and I'll lose too much and the list goes on - I certainly have thought of all that and more but the closer my date comes and every time I eat out I wonder how I'm going to pull this off! What I mean is that I have to attend a lot of luncheons, events, business dinners, etc. I've chosen to tell only my immediate family. My first issue will be a convention about 3 weeks out from surgery. How am I going to eat meals with the people I'm going with?! Suggestions? The only thing I can come up with is that I have a stomach virus and just "eat" in my room. I'll need to carry food with me or go shopping when I get there I'm sure, Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thank you! Good info and very helpful! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App