Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Any Last Minute Advice



Recommended Posts

Hello Everyone,

I'm having Surgery on 3/11 and do you guys have any last minute advice. My docote had me start the pre-op diet today (only 4 days). I'm 5'6 225 pounds. :):001_rolleyes::001_rolleyes:

Thanks

Tia

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hi Tia! I am having my surgery the same day...the 11th! My doctor had me on a high Protein low carb diet 2 weeks out. Then 1 week out, I had to switch to full liquid diet. 2 days out (tomorrow) I have to go Clear liquids. I can't drink anything until Friday morning when they do the leak test. Don't know what I'm going to do.

GOOD LUCK on your surgery!!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hey Tia, and best wishes on your upcoming surgery.

Go in with a positive attitude, come out expecting positive results. Have faith in your surgical team, and know that you are taking the first of many steps to healthier and happier life! ! !

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Tia & Robin

Good luck on your surgeries!! You will both do just fine. My best advice is walk as soon as you can, it cuts down on the gas. This is actually a pretty easy surgery, you both will do great!

Bernadette

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

last minute advice, be greatful for this wonderful opportunity, you will definitely love your new you.....i wish you the best of luck!!!:001_tongue:

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Well I will be with you Tia and Robin! I too am being sleeved on the 11th!

Good luck to you both!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Best wishes to all of you having surgery on March 11th. It's a great time of the year on the cusp of Spring! As you already know as soon as you are allowed to drink just keep sipping. For me I loved sipping on ice chips with some apple juice mixed in...that helped so much. And walking was really important as well, to prevent blood clots and to alleviate gas which can cause pain. Don't stress, breath deep and release. Be patient with yourself and you should fare well.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • Bashbee91

      Hey guys new to the process looking forward to this new life. 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Bugg

      Hi everyone! I’m brand new here. I just went through all my pre-op requirements per my insurance company and now everything has been submitted and I’m just waiting for final approval and my surgery date. I’ve been doing research, watching YouTube videos, TikTok’s, ect.. trying to prepare my mind and what to expect so I’ll be ready for the surgery. I was so sure and so set and so ready and excited. However, now that I’ve done everything & it’s almost here, I am sooooooo scared! I know why I want it bc I’ve tried everything and I just don’t feel like I can lose weight by myself. I’m tired of being overweight my entire life. I’m miserable, but I keep psyching myself out afraid of GERD bc I know how that can be and I don’t want to have to get a bypass after already gaining the courage to even get VSG. I’m scared of complications like I’mgoing to regret doing it and be depressed that I didn’t just be more disciplined and try again to lose the weight on my own even sitting here typing this knowing in my mind i just can’t and don’t possess the discipline. I’m also afraid I won’t be able to handle the restrictions of the sleeve. What do I eat? I don’t know how to eat healthy really and don’t enjoy healthy food. I don’t know how to do this! I feel so defeated!Someone tell me they felt anything similar to this or am I not ready? I thought I was. I am so tired of being sick and tired and so tired of myself and so tired of being stuck and stuck in this body and somebody different on the outside from what I feel inside. I just want to ball up and cry.
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • buildabetteranna

      over 20 lbs down since4 the pre surgery diet and surgery on the 14th
      · 1 reply
      1. Selina333

        Yay!! Congrats. I know how good that feels. 🤩

    • Jenopolis

      Had a sleeve in 2017, lost over 100 pounds. Had a DS surgery this year (2025) for more sustainable weight loss. 🤞
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • buildabetteranna

      The 14th was my day. I am home and recovery is going pretty smooth. They even let me walk out of the hospital. Picture of me in recovery curtesy of my boyfriend lol. 

      · 3 replies
      1. DaisyChainOz

        Glad it went well!! Wishing you a speedy recovery and wonderful success!! 🤗

      2. buildabetteranna

        Thank you ❤️

      3. Selina333

        Neat you have a pic of this day! I was sooo happy to get my surgery. It was well worth it! And I'm not even near my goal. I had surgery Dec. 2!

  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×