October bandsters

[StacyK 11]

October 3! Excited but anxious. My doctor didn't require a preop diet except for Clear Liquids for a day before surgery. Meeting with dietician and nurse on Friday for detailed instructions as well as preop labs.

[dmh102 51]

October 3! Excited but anxious. My doctor didn't require a preop diet except for clear liquids for a day before surgery. Meeting with dietician and nurse on Friday for detailed instructions as well as preop labs.

I am October 3 as well. But I have to do a 14 day pre op liquid diet

[StacyK 11]

They said my BMI was low enough (40) that I didn't have to do a liquid diet beforehand. I am eating a low calorie diet on my own, and have eliminated caffeine and sugar. I figure if I do this beforehand, maybe the dietary restriction might not be such a shock. At least I won't be dealing with caffeine withdrawl post-op.

[dmh102 51]

They said my BMI was low enough (40) that I didn't have to do a liquid diet beforehand. I am eating a low calorie diet on my own' date=' and have eliminated caffeine and sugar. I figure if I do this beforehand, maybe the dietary restriction might not be such a shock. At least I won't be dealing with caffeine withdrawl post-op.[/quote']

That is what mine was as well. Like I said different doctors have different procedures. Well tomorrow I start my second week of the liquid diet so at least it's moving along.

[Allieg8tor 85]

They said my BMI was low enough (40) that I didn't have to do a liquid diet beforehand. I am eating a low calorie diet on my own, and have eliminated caffeine and sugar. I figure if I do this beforehand, maybe the dietary restriction might not be such a shock. At least I won't be dealing with caffeine withdrawl post-op.

I did that all summer long, lost 33 lbs. on my own! It definitely helped me prepare for my Pre-Op diet, and I'm sure it will help on the post-op diet too, I guess I'll find out on the 2nd! I also focused on lowering my portions significantly.

[Nanaoftwo 6]

NikkiClem....glad to hear that you are making it on your liquid diet. That is one of the things I am concerned about....is the diet. I am sure I am going to be getting horrible headaches and the shakes just from the sugar and caffeine. I guess I will take it one day at a time and keep my eye on the prize. We have this and congrats on your upcoming surgery.

hate to tell u bit the headaches are the worst

[skikyd 165]

Got my insurance approval, after their required 6 month program. I was irked at first. But it really was a good thing.

I Have lost 32 .5 lbs so far, with a goal of 40 by surgery date. 9 days from now.

The liquid diet is not bad. Not a hunger torture. I am allowed 600-800 cals a day. New Direction shakes are pretty good. I just wish there were more flavors. I cannot find the chicken Soup.. I got it once. Pretty good.

Nobody but my wife has noticed the weight loss. I used to joke " nobody notices the first 75 pounds you lose"

I barely noticed the first 30.

Good luck to all Ocotober people!

[skikyd 165]

We all have or will mess up in the beginning. Just get the motivation back and keep reminding yourself WHY you started this process. You can do it. This is second day on pre diet and it is rough. Mind over matter

My case nurse said: no one expects you to be perfect every day. But if you can honestly say: I am pretty good most meals, most days, most weeks....... You will get there.

Hang in there

[skikyd 165]

My mother told me I looked like I gained weight lately.

I told her I had actually lost 27 pounds since Jan 1.

What does she know.

I told you " no body notices the first 75"

She does not know about my surgery.- I am in Pre-op liquid and keep avoiding lunch with her. Ssshhhhhhhhhh!

[jl2437 11]

I'm Oct 3rd!!

[Christina2013 18]

One week till surgery!!!! Can't wait. The finish line is FINALLY in sight!!! Good luck to all those who are having surgery.

[Christina2013 18]

One week till surgery!!!! Can't wait. The finish line is FINALLY in sight!!! Good luck to all those who are having surgery.

[Allieg8tor 85]

One week till surgery!!!! Can't wait. The finish line is FINALLY in sight!!! Good luck to all those who are having surgery.

We're both having surgery on the 2nd! I hope the pre-op diet is getting easier every day for you like it is for me!

[skikyd 165]

I am Oct 3 as well. Am half way through liquid diet. Pounds are falling off. Last night I was so excited I couldn't sleep. Can't wait to get up an get on the scale in the morning.

[AutismMom 0]

Surgery scheduled for Oct 2nd. Very excited but scared at the same time. Been on the diet since Sunday. I find the hardest time is at night when I am watching TV so I eat a carrot....just need that crunch. Looking forward to cream soups.......I feel like I can feel more satisfied. Good luck to all of you.