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

January 2014 Sleevers



Recommended Posts

I'm scheduled to have lapband taken out and sleeve done on January 2nd with Dr. Fernando Garcia ,I had the band done in 2007 I lost about 70 pounds then had to get all Fluid out do to complications and gained all back plus some !!! Can't wait to start new journey with the sleeve !!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hi Everyone! My name is Michelle. I am 41 and single with no kids. I go in for surgery on Jan 2. I am on two Protein shakes a day and one small meal. I'm excited and nervous too. I am so glad I found this website. It has already really helped me. I'm getting my surgery done through Kaiser in Harbor City. Dr. Mun is my surgeon. I feel much more at ease after meeting him. I have never had surgery before but after reading the research it looks like that might be the easy part. I live in Orange County, CA.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Very excited as well. I start a 2 week pre-op diet the Friday after Christmas. Then surgery on January 10. I keep reading these stories of people who lose truly inspiring amounts of weight in just the first few months.

I have a son on the way in March (my first!), so I'm excited that he'll know his father as someone "normal" sized and healthier.

My date is Jan 10, where and who is doing yours? I'll be with Ortiz in TJ with Alighterme

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

My date is Jan 10, where and who is doing yours? I'll be with Ortiz in TJ with Alighterme

Woohoo! There are a lot of us having surgery on Jan. 10. I started a regular diet Monday and I'm starting my liver shrink diet this Friday. Good luck to you all and keep us posted on your progress pre and post op

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hi! Im scheduled for January 20th with Dr Koshy at St Luke's.

CW is 290 and so far only 2 day liquid diet.< /p>

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

My surgery date is Jan 15th. I'm on a cancellation waiting list to hopefully get in sooner. I am having surgery in Allentown PA

My CW is 261. Goal range 150-160 depending in how I look and feel. I'm more focused on fitness than a specific number.

My family has a vacation planned to Sedona and Grand Canyon 10 days after my surgery that I'm starting to get nervous about. For those of you traveling post surgery did your doc give you any recommendations?

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

My family has a vacation planned to Sedona and Grand Canyon 10 days after my surgery that I'm starting to get nervous about. For those of you traveling post surgery did your doc give you any recommendations?

I have the same concerns my family and I are traveling to Ft. Benning Ga. 15 days after my surgery to see my little brother graduate bct. I'm super nervous.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I would think it would be okay to travel if you don't have any complications and can get enough Fluid in. The folks traveling from surgery don't typically seem to have issues. I would mention it to your surgeon just to be safe though!

A vacation sounds fun! I have one coming up but not until July.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I have the same concerns my family and I are traveling to Ft. Benning Ga. 15 days after my surgery to see my little brother graduate bct. I'm super nervous.

You all should check with your doctors. A risk of surgery and traveling is blood clots.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Ok I finally got my surgery date. I am schedule for January 17th. I am kind of sad because that is one of my family member's birthdays. I assured them I will Celebrate their special day either before or a couple weeks afterwards.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hi all! My husband and I are scheduled for VGS Jan 2..Just 5 days from now. We are so excited. Have been cleaning out the pantry and the freezer for things that we will not be eating any longer. We have gotten out Protein shakers, our Protein Drinks and our Vitamins. All ready for Thursday.

Dr. Rodriguez does not require a pre op diet. So New Years Eve we are having a nice steak and lobster dinner then eat lightly on Wednesday. Then Thursday show up bright and early to the beginning of our new life on the loosing side!!! So ready to get this party started!!!!

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

    • cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 1 reply
      1. NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

    • buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

    • Sandra Austin Tx

      I’m 6 days post op as of today. I had the gastric bypass 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • 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

    ×