New Here..just Starting. :)

[pammie37 103]

Hi to everyone reading..I just wanted to say that I have researched for 2 years and after 15 years of failed attempts to losing and maintaining weight, I have decided to have vsg surgery. I just started and I know its a long road ahead..so any tips or suggestions are welcomed.. thanks have a great day..

[CathyA72 47]

Beat thing is to be patient. I have been looking into have this surgery done for 2 years and now it's almost about to happen. Should be having my surgery December 10. Good luck and just stay focused. Good Luck!

[pammie37 103]

Good luck to you...this is all scary and exciting all at once...I am sure you will feel great in no time ..

[VJSlim 156]

Hi Pammie - welcome to the forums! This is a great place for motivation and great resource for research!

My suggestion to you would be this:

1) do lots of research and dont hesitate to ask questions. Note down any question that occurs to you and try using the search option on the forum. If you dont find what you need, then its a good time to post it as a new topic!

2) Utilize the pre-op diet to the maximum. I know it is hard, but if you learn how to eat wisely before the surgery, it will make the journey that much smoother.

3) DONT stock on Protein shakes. Your taste may change after surgery. So just have a few sample packs that you can try when you are cleared for Protein Shakes after the surgery.

4) Dont avoid workouts. I was (and am still, to a degree) paranoid about hitting the gym every day. But I feel that, had I been workingout regularly, I would have had a higher level of success.

Thats on top of my head. Feel free to ask any questions thru PM

[pammie37 103]

Awesome..what is the pre op diet?? I haven't even seen the doc yet...lol..just turned in all my paperwork and insurance info and waiting for them to schedule me..my primary gave me a referral and I have psy eval set up but I would love to start the diet now..the more I can lose before surgery.. the better..I greatly appreciate your help

[CathyA72 47]

I started my pre-op diet yesterday. Its consists of 2 Protein Shakes and a small meal that can fit on a plate the size of a CD. The Protein shakes that I drink are very good. They have 30g of protein 160 calories 3g carbs and 3g of fat. I buy them at Sam's. They're called premier. Then I eat a lean cuisine or smart one.... Everyones pre-op is different. At least I get a little bit of food.< /p>

[jsunflower2001 29]

Kathy and I have the same pre-op diet! The premier advantage drinks are great! My surgery date is December 11!

[pammie37 103]

Good luck to you...I meet with my surgeon December 20th..in the mean time I have to go to some workshops.. get a psyc eval and see a nutritionist...lol..lots to do..hope to be able to have surgery by March or so...too much time for me to think and I will change my mind... jk..Please PM me and let me know how everything goes with your surgery.

[Bebee 33]

Hi All... Im new here as well.. Im 33yrs old.. Im 5'9 & 292lbs.. December is gonna b a busy month 4 me.. I start all my dr appts.. My Dr. Will submit my paperwork 2 the ins company on Dec 14th.. Im prayin i get approved.. & they give me an Early Jan Date...

[nichole33 1]

Hello...I am new tothis forum as well. I am 6 days post op!

[jsunflower2001 29]

Hello...I am new tothis forum as well. I am 6 days post op!

Hi Congrats how are you feeling?

[sanaya30 28]

Hello everyone I have been on the site since Aug of this year. I am so excite my dr. office called me yesterday to tell me that they submitted my paper work to my insurance company (bcbs) so now I am just waiting to see if I will be approve and than once approve my surgery date is looking like late Feb or early March of next year.

[pammie37 103]

How are you doing??? 6 days out...thats awesome...I am hoping to go by end of February. any tips???

[nichole33 1]

Let's see prepare your house for when u come home. And even though in about a week u should be moving around good u still need to rest.

[CathyA72 47]

Hello...I am new tothis forum as well. I am 6 days post op!

How are you feeling?