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Thanks to both of you do you know what kinda of question this dr will ask me , if so let me know.

that's awesome and super quick. they will ask you about family life and if you are ready for the change. once you have the psychological exam and pass, they will order your blood work and EKG. are you at goal weight?

thanks the appointment went fine and i meet the surgeon tomorrow. Im so excited already

You'll get there, just a little longer.

You are going to love it! Almost there!

Woohoo!

What app is this?

I had my surgery 11/17 and hit 299 this morning! Rooting for you!

Congrats I’m at 289 now. Its a wonderful feeling, right!?

I had a very difficult time finding protein shakes that tasted okay and didn't make me sick. I ended up drinking FairLife Core Power protein shakes. I love the chocolate (tastes like chocolate milk to me). I like to blend it with some ice and PB2 powder (or real PB) to give the smoothie consistency. I also found that if I put Panera's Turkey Vegetable soup through the blender, I could eat it. I survived off those two things. My chest pains were from the gas, which was incredibly bad and took so much longer than I expected to resolve. I'd definitely stay away from bars or anything solid until you've conquered liquids. I'd love to tell you the dry mouth will get better soon, but it didn't for me for a very long time (months). The plus to that was that I drank a ton of water. The good new is I suspect you are close to the light at the end of the tunnel on this first and hardest part of the journey. It gets SO much easier after this part.

I am 2 days post-op and really struggling with everything. My depression isn't helping any. I couldn't even finish one shake today and swallowing meds is just excruciating.

That’s a great problem to have!!! Glad you had a quick remedy.

I had surgery 12th Oct and returned to online work (one of my jobs) after 12 days.

I did a one-hour home-consultation with a referral customer on the fifteenth day. (Fri Oct 27)

I returned to my Tuesday evening office job, a 1:45pm-6:45pm regular slot on the 31st (last Tuesday).

It seems we are on a similar pace with work.

(I'm officially retired ... July 2016 ... but I have a skill set in demand which means I get almost as much part-time and casual work as I want.)

Is your work full-time, part-time, casual?

I work full time, usually 8-4 in a professional setting, so slacks, shirt, tie, or polo daily. Today is my 5th day back and all has been great so far. Just keeping up on my liquids and protein. Thankfully, the owners are understanding and supportive so I can do as I please for the most part.

Sorry to hear that you're having a hard time with the shakes @Sosewsue61 have you tried different shakes? I had bought the chocolate and banana Premier Protein shakes from Costco, and some 4oz plastic cups with lids (like you'd get a side of guacamole in at a restaurant). Then I just pour out a 4oz serving 6x a day. Once I get cleared to blended/pureed, I think I'll be down to 4-5 meals a day. It can get boring, but having the pre-mixed shakes have been a huge time saver. I'm just focusing on getting enough water in between my shake portions now.

So, you're 6+ days into a new life.

Congrats on the calm post-op period.

So so happy for you!

Yes it did. I was on pre-op for 2 weeks and managed to lose about 19lbs before I went under. Surgery went fine. The biggest advise I can give is start moving as soon as you feel up for it. Even if it is walking +/- 5 minutes at first. I had my operation on Wednesday morning. I was home Thursday afternoon and just walking around my house for a few minutes. Come Friday afternoon I was taking short walks up and down the sidewalk. It really help especially if you get gas pain in the shoulder area like most do after laparoscopic based surgery.

I hope so and thank you. I want to be out quick so I can be home I don't like being in the hospital for more than 2 days.

Pre-op is by far the hardest as far as exercising willpower. You still have all of your hunger hormones, honeymoon period will not start until post op. Hang in there!

You are so sweet @Ydiva1 thank you so much for your kind words!

you are rocking your sleeve!! Just keep believing in yourself and you can do anything. When you hit a rough patch just keep doing what you know you need to do and you will conquer all obstacles.

I truly believe we have the power to change our destinies. Blessings to you!

I hope to be able to say the same things 2 years from now. Congrats on your success!!

I did the same thing as a way to inspire myself.

great photo!

And you will. I think I should follow suit....now, I'll have to go find one. LOL

Why would you be disappointed? You're a success in every measure!

@nursejackie, I know about the night eating...it's a habit I have too (I still struggle with wanting to eat right before bed). With the IF, I fast from 7pm to11am. Lots of water gets me through during the hours I'm awake during the fast, but, as time goes on, it gets easier to do and I meet my water goal. The first three days are hardest, at least for me. Since I wake up most mornings at 6am...I tie my fast over with a cup of coffee and about 35 calories of creamer in it which isn't enough to actually break my fast. Currently, I'm doing a moderate workout (bike, elliptical) for about 45 mins in the mornings before I break the fast. (I brought a banana with me the first few days, just in case my body couldn't handle it, but I was fine without it). The hardest part is trying to eat all my food in the 8 hour window. I felt too full the first day. Scaled back on some and felt better the next. Then I decided I'm not going to worry about it and just make sure I eat when I'm hungry. I do always try to eat something right before I start the fast again though. So far, it's been going well.

I'll try my best to update every so often.

Good luck girlie!!! You can do it!!!

Thanks hon . @FluffyChix

Yup, I'm very nervous as this is my first surgery. My wife is two weeks out from her sleeve and doing great...so that helps keep me calm.

Not likely lol

Are you feeling any better today?

Only slightly @macadamia, thanks for asking, sooooo sweet

Dang! You're pretty lucky. I am still on soft foods and having enough difficulty with them. Well, one day right!?

My program moves faster than most - one day clear liquids, one week full liquids, two weeks puree, and two weeks soft, then no restrictions (other than those your body creates) at five weeks.

You'll get there!

You would have to ask the medical professional that gave you your diet. There is no "standard" pre-op diet.

Would agree you might want to ask, but I certainly had it and continue to do so 1 year post-op.

Thank you

seriously. although I guess I shouldn't say that considering I'm getting laid off June 30th and then every day will be "Saturday" until I find a new job.

I hope you find something perfectly suited to your needs and abilities. :-)

I do too! but first priority will be recovering from surgery, then the massive job hunt will begin. I'm fortunate in that I am getting a decent severance package from my current company, so I'm not panicked....yet