All Nov 19 Sleevers!

[nursemeg89 185]

Hi all!

I was hoping that anyone scheduled for surgery this coming Monday, November 19th could check in here so we could form a support system during our last few days pre-op. I can't believe our "new lives" will be starting in just 4 days! I have been so busy with last minute doctor appointments and work this week that I haven't even had time to be nervous- I just feel overwhelmingly excited! Today at 12:30 I have my last surgery related appointment- medical clearance from my PCP. I don't anticipate any issues here! Im a nurse so I've been completely paranoid this week that I am going to get sick, but so far I'm feeling healthy. Just two more 12-hour shifts before my big day My surgery is scheduled this Monday for 8:30 am, i have an anticipated one night hospital stay post-op so I should be leaving in the evening on November 20th.

What kind of emotions are you experiencing now with surgery date being so close? Do you have any last min. Questions/concerns? is your hospital bag packed and ready to go?!?

Can't wait to hear from everyone

[Sarah-lu1 25]

hey Im November 19th as well. self pay Mexico so didn't have any pre op check ups. Im traveling from Ireland and the biggest concern for me is my risk of blood clots over the long flight then anesthetic . i have got flight socks and plan to walk as much as possible on my journey. does any one have any other tips i was gonna take an aspirin but my pre surgery notes say if you take it to stop two weeks before so i don't know. any suggestions would be great

[nursemeg89 185]

Hi sarah!

So excited for us that surgery is so close now. Don't take ANY medication unless approved by your doctor. They tell you to stop taking aspirin before surgery related to the risk of increased bleeding because aspirin has an anti-coagulating effect to blood. Take this instruction seriously. I think your best bet will be to stay as active as possible in your time post-op and to ask your surgeon for tips before your flight home.

Are You at all anxious about surgery? I truly commend you for going to Mexico for surgery because that "unknown" factor must be challenging. Its really impressive to see someone want something so badly that they work so hard to make it happen, even in a different country. You go girl!

We just have a couple days left now cant wait to hear how you make out!

[Sarah-lu1 25]

i was fine all along about going to Mexico but now its here i am kinda scared but like people on here say i want this more then Im scared of it.

i am getting excited now. i started my pre op diet yesterday day and i was down 3 pounds this morning so that was a great kick start.

how are you feeling ?

you sound very up beat !

[nursemeg89 185]

You go girl, 3 pound loss in a day is great! I am feeling great! As I posted in some other forums, I really struggled with the first couple days of my 15 day pre-op diet. I was downright miserable! But, November 4th (the first day of the diet) seems so long ago now! I just stepped on the scale and I've lost 20 pounds on my pre-op diet!!!!!!! I am so excited, that is more than I ever hoped for. I bought a journal last night for myself because I always want to remember everything about this experience, because I know it's going to help me feel like the vibrant active 23 year old I should be

Let me know what it's like in Mexico. How long will your flight be?

Btw, I live in NJ, USA and it Is my ultimate life dream to travel to Ireland.

Keep in touch, let's support each other through this transition

[bajanqueen70 47]

Hi ladies - I'm also die for surgery on Monday and in Mexico as well! Did my research and I'm really happy with my choice in surgeon...the pre-op hasn't been easy! I think I've lost about 10 lbs (I cheated a couple times)! Felt terrible but jumped right back on the next day. I'm a little nervous but excited! Yay for us!

[nursemeg89 185]

Hi ladies - I'm also die for surgery on Monday and in Mexico as well! Did my research and I'm really happy with my choice in surgeon...the pre-op hasn't been easy! I think I've lost about 10 lbs (I cheated a couple times)! Felt terrible but jumped right back on the next day. I'm a little nervous but excited! Yay for us!

So glad to hear from another November 19th sleeve sister! A ten pound loss is great congrats. Can't wait to hear more from you post-op!!!!

[Sarah-lu1 25]

You go girl' date=' 3 pound loss in a day is great! I am feeling great! As I posted in some other forums, I really struggled with the first couple days of my 15 day pre-op diet. I was downright miserable! But, November 4th (the first day of the diet) seems so long ago now! I just stepped on the scale and I've lost 20 pounds on my pre-op diet!!!!!!! I am so excited, that is more than I ever hoped for. I bought a journal last night for myself because I always want to remember everything about this experience, because I know it's going to help me feel like the vibrant active 23 year old I should be

Let me know what it's like in Mexico. How long will your flight be?

Btw, I live in NJ, USA and it Is my ultimate life dream to travel to Ireland.

Keep in touch, let's support each other through this transition [/quote']

we will be traveling for around 20 hours around 12 of those in the air lots of waiting around as well so plenty of time for walking around in between flights.

I'll definitely keep in touch x

wow 20 pound loss and your only at the begging of your journey Thats amazing. Thats 20 pound that you have lost for the last time. Thats how Im looking at it.

[Sarah-lu1 25]

Hi ladies - I'm also die for surgery on Monday and in Mexico as well! Did my research and I'm really happy with my choice in surgeon...the pre-op hasn't been easy! I think I've lost about 10 lbs (I cheated a couple times)! Felt terrible but jumped right back on the next day. I'm a little nervous but excited! Yay for us!

how long was your pre op diet ? ten pound is a great loss id be delighted to loose that by Monday. who is your doctor Im with Dr Almanza in Tijuana

[bajanqueen70 47]

how long was your pre op diet ? ten pound is a great loss id be delighted to loose that by Monday. who is your doctor Im with Dr Almanza in Tijuana

Hi Sarah - my preop is two weeks...full liquids on Saturday and Sunday...yuck! Lol...i am happy to have lost the 10 pounds though...my surgery is with Dr Ariel Ortiz in Baja Mexico...just outside of San Diego and I believe near Tijuana as well. I do wish you a very safe flight coming over..please keep us updated!

[bajanqueen70 47]

So glad to hear from another November 19th sleeve sister! A ten pound loss is great <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' /> congrats. Can't wait to hear more from you post-op!!!!

Thanks Nursemeg...we're in this together! Takes so much preparation but we will be in such a healthier place! Please keep us posted on your progress!

[Layersofbeauty 19]

I am also due for surgery on November 19th. I live in Charlotte, NC. Nursemeg, I have a question for you... What should I pack to take to the hospital with me on the morning of surgery? I forgot to ask my surgery nurse this question.

BTW, I have to be at the hospital at 5:00am. My surgery should began at 7:00am. I have lost 15 pounds on the preop diet.

Good luck ladies!

[nursemeg89 185]

I'll try to tell you what is going to go in my bag and see If that helps you at all. It is 2am, so guys if I miss something important help me out and add it to the forum!

Hospital bag goodies:

-robe (your nurses will definately want you up and walking to prevent blood clot formation)

-slippers with soles (good for the walking, yet again)

-hairbrush (the hospital ones are terrible)

-Chapstick!!!!!!!!!

-toothbrush and toothpaste (hospitals have them but they're not very nice usually)

-I'm bringing my own pillow and blanket from home for comfort. The hospital pillows are usually "plastic" so they can be cleansed and reused and that just isn't comfortable.....also your favorite blanket from home is just way more inviting!

-phone charger (you know a million people will be checking on your progress!)

-Comfortable clothes to go home in the next day (a lot of people just wear the same ones that they wore to the hospital before surgery since they're only on for a short period of time)

-a little compact mirror so I can quickly check that i am looking decent for visitors

Another tip- dont overpack! You will be exhausted from surgery/anesthesia/pain meds- so think comfort items! Hospitals will have some supplies that you'll need...ask them for a "hug-me" pillow, they'll provide you with plenty of mouth swabs so that you can wet (and not swallow, lol) your oral cavity because you will be very dry after anesthesia.

I wish a safe surgery and speedy recovery!!! Can you all believe our day is tomorrow?!?!?

[Sarah-lu1 25]

ok girls just waiting for my name to be called. x wish me luck and best of luck to all November 19 sleevers

[Layersofbeauty 19]

Surgery started at 7am. Was up and walking by 1130.