December 2013 Sleevers Come In!

[Bremartus 76]

I like that this thread is all in one, yes, granted if I am off the boards for a day and a half like recently, then I had 5-6 pages to catch up on this topic as well as another very active topic I am following. Whew - I dont feel like I respond near as much when I am so far behind, but I am afraid that I would lose touch with December sleevers if they were not in this thread along with me because I would forget to check other boards.

I will need to be more frequent if I want to actually particpate in the discusions! By the time I have read them things have moved on

I love the spreadhseet Atlred, thank you for sharing - I thought I had seen that it before - glad you all found the OP.

So glad to see all the new surgeries scheduled! I am on 12/16 and have a confession to make - last week I tried to get my surgery moved up if possible to December 9th - no luck as the 9th & 16th were booked, but they could have moved me to 12/2 - WAY to soon. I was worried about not being mobile on christmas - but my scheduler (who also has had the sleeve) at the dr office assured me that I would be mobile within the same week of my surgery and so we kept it the same.

I had my hospital PRE-OP yesterday, and I think I will really like this hospital, the staff is very friendly and this is where my EDG was done. I have my Dr. Office Pre-Op Dec 2nd, then liquids start Dec 9th - I do not know what all that entails for the week, but sure I will find out on 12/2, they call it Bariatric University and have a booklet they hand out to us. They showed us a bit of it in the NUT class - and it seems extensive.

On the preparation front: I have bought fitfrappe coffee flavored chai with Protein and love it! I am glad I took a chance on it. I also purchased Torani SF syrups in some cool flavors after folliwng eggface for a while, that will be used for down the line, but they were on sale so had to go ahead and get them. I have used them in my coffee for flavoring and they are very yummy. Still need to get the Unjury chicken and unflavored, as well as a shaker bottle. I have my pillow and I will need to dig out my heating pad somewhere. I have a magic bullet, but figured that will come in more handy during pureed stage. I just froze a small serving of beef stew to try pureed - hahaha was just about to throw it down the drain and thought.... it certainly is worth a try!

Sorry for the long post... just feels like I am so behind - wishing everyone a great head start!

I too am scheduled on the 16th and freezing of stew is a great idea. I have Protein Shake stuff on hand and other cream Soups as well as popsicles.

[doflicker 3]

Hi All,

I"m sorry I reported my date wrong, I"m going on the 9th of December, Pre-op the 8th. I would love to hear from a few who will be sharing the 9th or close. Thanks.

Laurie

[bmm35 27]

12/11 I will be sleeved.

[bmm35 27]

12/11 I will be sleeved.

[RunningA5K 645]

Doflicker, I have changed your date on the list, and welcome bmm35, I have added your name to the list!

[L-in-NJ 136]

I just got back from my NUT and pre admission appt. I start my pre op diet tomorrow. My surgeon does a 1000 calorie diet as opposed to just liquids. He actually said I can eat on thanksgiving if I want but don't over do it however I am determined to eat within the plan. The countdown is officially on for Dec 4.

[jennybgenius 16]

my surgery is scheduled for the 30th! New Year meet the NEW ME!!!

[RunningA5K 645]

my surgery is scheduled for the 30th!

Congratulations jenny...I have updated the list and moved you up!

[kan75251 66]

I am going to my first support meeting tonight! Not sure what to expect but I am eager to see what it is all about. I am hoping there are some pre-ops at the meeting. I will report back. Have any of you been going to meetings?

Also, my eating has been really bad. I need to get it together before I have to start my pre-op diet. Too many food funerals. Stupid.

[kan75251 66]

Jenny~we are date buddies! I am the 30th too!

[AtlantaRed 651]

I like that this thread is all in one, yes, granted if I am off the boards for a day and a half like recently, then I had 5-6 pages to catch up on this topic as well as another very active topic I am following. Whew - I dont feel like I respond near as much when I am so far behind, but I am afraid that I would lose touch with December sleevers if they were not in this thread along with me because I would forget to check other boards.

I will need to be more frequent if I want to actually particpate in the discusions! By the time I have read them things have moved on

I love the spreadhseet Atlred, thank you for sharing - I thought I had seen that it before - glad you all found the OP.

So glad to see all the new surgeries scheduled! I am on 12/16 and have a confession to make - last week I tried to get my surgery moved up if possible to December 9th - no luck as the 9th & 16th were booked, but they could have moved me to 12/2 - WAY to soon. I was worried about not being mobile on christmas - but my scheduler (who also has had the sleeve) at the dr office assured me that I would be mobile within the same week of my surgery and so we kept it the same.

I had my hospital PRE-OP yesterday, and I think I will really like this hospital, the staff is very friendly and this is where my EDG was done. I have my Dr. Office Pre-Op Dec 2nd, then liquids start Dec 9th - I do not know what all that entails for the week, but sure I will find out on 12/2, they call it Bariatric University and have a booklet they hand out to us. They showed us a bit of it in the NUT class - and it seems extensive.

On the preparation front: I have bought fitfrappe coffee flavored chai with Protein and love it! I am glad I took a chance on it. I also purchased Torani SF syrups in some cool flavors after folliwng eggface for a while, that will be used for down the line, but they were on sale so had to go ahead and get them. I have used them in my coffee for flavoring and they are very yummy. Still need to get the unjury chicken and unflavored, as well as a shaker bottle. I have my pillow and I will need to dig out my heating pad somewhere. I have a magic bullet, but figured that will come in more handy during pureed stage. I just froze a small serving of beef stew to try pureed - hahaha was just about to throw it down the drain and thought.... it certainly is worth a try!

Sorry for the long post... just feels like I am so behind - wishing everyone a great head start!

I agree. I like being in one place where we follow before, during and after. Also, even if someone had surgery a week before me, will still be in a similar place. All of our instructions will be so different anyway, with a large group SOMEONE will be where we are! Lol

[Nurse_B 270]

Hello Everyone!!

I had my final appointment today with my surgeon and nutritionist! I didn't have a weight goal before surgery, but I actually lost weight! I think it's the nerves and anxiety I am having as the date gets closer. I start my pre-op diet on Monday. 3 Protein shakes a day, plus Clear Liquids. I am dreading it, but I think I will make it!!

[bmm35 27]

Any 12/11 sleevers??? Any 12/11 sleevers going to TJ for surgery? I will be going to Angeles Hospital.

[kelawyb 16]

Im december 3rd!!! im 27 years old. Just started the preop diet 2 days ago.

[mskrys 68]

Im december 3rd!!! im 27 years old. Just started the preop diet 2 days ago.

We are the same age. I get sleeved on the 2nd. Congrats!