November buddies where are you?

[SkinnyScarlett 57]

I'm on day 3 of my two week pre-op diet and it's so tough!! It's not liquid only - but it's super low carb, super high Protein. I went to the grocery store to get some things for my husband and son - boy was THAT a mistake. Never have I felt so tempted!! But I've been doing REALLY well and sticking to the diet. I'm only down a few pounds since the first day of the diet. They said that if, on surgery day, you "maintain or gain weight", the surgery is cancelled. So that's been a huge incentive right there!

But I will admit to sniffing the cheesebread sticks from pizza hut my husband got.

Just a sniff!

I'm getting sleeved Nov 21 in Grand Rapids, MI. Anyone else a GHP patient here?

Hi Kelly!

I'm going to GHP, too! My surgery date is Tuesday 11.12.13. I just had my last pre-op checkup with the PA and I have lost 10 pounds on the pre-op diet and that was earlier this week. I've lost a total of 14 since I started the pre-op on 10.29.13.

I'm getting nervous and, honestly, can't really believe I am going to do this on Tuesday. I have Dr. Foote. Which surgeon do you have?

I understand about the food. I've been tempted, too. But, I will say, GHP has done a good job of having a variety on the pre-op diet. The dinners are actually good. The Soup is my least favorite. The omelets are better than the oatmeal. I bought my post-op liquids this week. Hopefully I will feel like drinking them after being sleeved!

Good luck on your journey. You will do great. I'll keep you in my prayers and you do the same.

~Susan.

[luvzpitbullz 41]

So out of curiosity, any of my Nov sleeve buddies from southern Cali? I'm from San Diego. Sleeved Nov. 5. 6 pounds gone! Hope all of you early nov sleevers are doing well and healing beautifully!!

[Bob Loblaw 19]

I'm in Orange County and I'm getting sleeved on the 18th. All liquid 2 week diet and I'm really hating the Bariatric Advantage shakes! My nut doesn't like generic Protein Drinks because they are not "meal replacements".

Glad to hear your surgery is a success!

[unbesleevable1 420]

I'm in Orange County and I'm getting sleeved on the 18th. All liquid 2 week diet and I'm really hating the Bariatric Advantage shakes! My nut doesn't like generic Protein drinks because they are not "meal replacements".

Glad to hear your surgery is a success!

Hi Bob, what surgeon/ hospital? I'm in OC too and was sleeved 11/4 by Dr Leport at Orange Coast. I existed on the OH YEAH chocolate milkshake Protein Powder. I didn't like the New Directions Proteins the office sells, but you might try those. I found the absolute essential part of surviving that pre op nightmare was finding a protein that I actually looked forward to having. Anyway, I hope you find one you like and hang in there. LMK if you have any questions or want to talk.

Amanda

[BamaGirly37 45]

Surgery was Thursday the 7th. It's been a rough go so far. Hoping today will be much better. I'm fighting dehydration and I'm looking at going back to ER today for fluids. I hope everyone else is doing great! I'm not regretting anything just gotta push through the rough spots and get to the other side! On a positive note I'm down right at 10 pounds in 3 days

[Kelly G 31]

Hi Kelly!

I'm going to GHP, too! My surgery date is Tuesday 11.12.13. I just had my last pre-op checkup with the PA and I have lost 10 pounds on the pre-op diet and that was earlier this week. I've lost a total of 14 since I started the pre-op on 10.29.13.

I'm getting nervous and, honestly, can't really believe I am going to do this on Tuesday. I have Dr. Foote. Which surgeon do you have?

I understand about the food. I've been tempted, too. But, I will say, GHP has done a good job of having a variety on the pre-op diet. The dinners are actually good. The Soup is my least favorite. The omelets are better than the oatmeal. I bought my post-op liquids this week. Hopefully I will feel like drinking them after being sleeved!

Good luck on your journey. You will do great. I'll keep you in my prayers and you do the same.

~Susan.

Hi Susan!

I completely agree on your take of the foods: the soup is gross, the oatmeal is okay but it's got that real obvious "artificial sweetener" taste which I can't stand. Also, artificial sweeteners give me Migraines, so I stay away from them at all cost. So I haven't had any sugar free popsicles, drinks, pop, etc. It's been strictly Water and the food.

My surgeon is Dr. Kemmeter and I really like him. But I've also heard GREAT things about Dr. Foote so I know you're in good hands, too!

My last pre-op check up with the PA is on 11.13 - you will already be sleeved by then! I will definitely keep you in my thoughts this coming week and hope for a speedy and easy recovery for us both!

Kelly

[Bob Loblaw 19]

Hi Bob, what surgeon/ hospital? I'm in OC too and was sleeved 11/4 by Dr Leport at Orange Coast. I existed on the OH YEAH chocolate milkshake Protein powder. I didn't like the New Directions Proteins the office sells, but you might try those. I found the absolute essential part of surviving that pre op nightmare was finding a protein that I actually looked forward to having. Anyway, I hope you find one you like and hang in there. LMK if you have any questions or want to talk.

Amanda

Hi Amanda,

My surgeon is Dr Johnsrud at St.Joseph in Orange. He's a cool guy. I actually know several people who got gastric bypass with Dr, Laport and swear by him. Thanks for the OH YEAH tip, where do you find those?

[jkrinke 6]

Hi everyone!! I am new to the site and was sleeved on 11/4. I am down 11lbs and feeling pretty good. I still have some small cramping pains and difficulty sleeping at night, but overall can't complain. My Dr still has me on a clear liquid diet for the 1st week and Monday I go for a 1 week post-op check up and will advance to a full liquid diet, so looking forward to that! I like reading everyone's posts, as it makes me feel like I'm not alone. I had my surgery in Minnesota, at Park Nicolette, they have a fabulous team to work with. Very excited for my new beginnings. Look forward reading your posts and chatting with everyone!!

[soonerorlater 139]

So out of curiosity, any of my Nov sleeve buddies from southern Cali? I'm from San Diego. Sleeved Nov. 5. 6 pounds gone! Hope all of you early nov sleevers are doing well and healing beautifully!!

Im in southern cali but in Ventura county. use to live in oceanside a few years back... Sleeved Nov 4th doing good so far 11 pounds down since surgery. Feeling pretty good! Keep me updated on ur progress

[soonerorlater 139]

Surgery was Thursday the 7th. It's been a rough go so far. Hoping today will be much better. I'm fighting dehydration and I'm looking at going back to ER today for fluids. I hope everyone else is doing great! I'm not regretting anything just gotta push through the rough spots and get to the other side! On a positive note I'm down right at 10 pounds in 3 days

I hope things get better for you! i know the first few days are hard, and I know it seems impossible to get down fluids. Stay positive and my thoughts are with you!

[unbesleevable1 420]

Hi Amanda,

My surgeon is Dr Johnsrud at St.Joseph in Orange. He's a cool guy. I actually know several people who got gastric bypass with Dr, Laport and swear by him. Thanks for the OH YEAH tip, where do you find those?

I found mind at Vitamin Shoppe. There's a nice one on Bristol in Santa Ana, but they are all around.

[soonerorlater 139]

Hows everyone doing so far? Its quiet in here, was hoping to hear how everyones who been sleeved this month progress has been so far. Im a week out now and feeling good. Lost 11 pounds in a week. Keep us updated!!!

[kuchynkagirl76624 10]

Hey how do you get the little tracker do hickey things from?

[unbesleevable1 420]

Me too, Sooner, have lost about 9 lbs since surgery a week ago. My tummy is hungry frequently, but is easily satisfied. I'm getting the hang of it! Can't wait to be able to put some more substantial food in there! I'm looking forward to some mashed potatoes! That sounds so good!!! What are you going to eat first when you can go to purees? I am really craving meat, also! I am so happy I did this!!!!!!

[soonerorlater 139]

Me too, Sooner, have lost about 9 lbs since surgery a week ago. My tummy is hungry frequently, but is easily satisfied. I'm getting the hang of it! Can't wait to be able to put some more substantial food in there! I'm looking forward to some mashed potatoes! That sounds so good!!! What are you going to eat first when you can go to purees? I am really craving meat, also! I am so happy I did this!!!!!!

Sometimes i think i get hunger and gas pains confused. Believe me I cant wait either. But i have no idea what i want to eat. Im getting use to it too. It really is a all day thing. I go back to work tomorrow, so we will see how that goes. Its very light duty so i think i will be ok. When do you have your next appt with your surgeon?