Schedule NOW or Schedule Later?

[CeeBa 20]

I've been waiting so long for my approval; I'd really hoped to have my surgery this spring, but now it's Memorial Day. My doctor is available for a June 17 date, but I am due to travel for a wedding the weekend before that AND to have a friend fly in from across the country three days later. He also offered July 1, but I am out of town on vacation that day. So the next date available is July 22!

Am I crazy to put it off that long? Should I just bite the bullet and do it on June 17 and be on the liquid diet for wedding and friend's visit? I am worried I'll be totally lethargic while I am hosting her and this is her summer vacation trip =( I just don't feel right about it, and if I wait until July 22, then I'll have been able to go on my vacation without dealing with the pureed foods issue while traveling. But I hate to think that I"m putting off the surgery!

I have been disciplined about my eating for the most part, and have really made a lot of lifestyle changes, so I feel like the extra time doesn't need to be a bad thing. I've been exercising and subbing Protein Shakes for one or two meals each day and I'm down 20 lbs just from those changes. But I still have a looong way to go (another 80 lbs or so).

I'm completely torn, but need to decide in the next few days one way or the other. Please share your opinion if you have a moment?

Thanks!

[mentalistfan 189]

Me personally, I am not planning on traveling after surgery for a little while. I want to baby my new sleeve the first six weeks. I don't want to be confused about making the right choices going out. I think it would be easier to follow my diet at home. But, that's me.

Edited May 27, 2014 by mentalistfan

[MrsLarryH 3]

My husband and I had the same issue. We were approved and offered a date 14 days later, however we were going on vacation 7 days after the proposed surgery date. We decided to enjoy ourselves and relax on what we are calling our last "fat-cation"

[CeeBa 20]

Thanks so much for your answers. That's my inclination, too, and it just seems smarter to wait just a teeny bit longer until I can really focus on recovery and proper eating in those first few weeks. And I really have been making other changes, so I feel like I'm still moving in the right direction even if the actual surgery is a few weeks later!

So, MrsLarryH--when is your surgery? I love that you and your husband are doing it together. I actually first looked into this because hubby's doctor was pushing him to consider it, and I wanted to convince him. The more I read, the more *I* was convinced. And of course now he's kind letting me be the guinea pig. I wish we could go through the puree phase together!!

[Pkdvm 175]

Hi, CeeBa

I'm in a similar situation, expect approval mid June but am planning surgery for late July due to family scheduling issues. My feeling is that this is a major surgery, with lots of lifestyle changes and I want to set myself up for success as much as possible. Post op is all about me for a change, and I want to be able to do everything right in the comfort of my own home, without trying to travel or meet obligations.

In my opinion, a few weeks delay is no big deal-took me decades to get to this point, I can spend a few extra weeks making sure that I've chosen the most opportune timing.

Good luck!

[MrsLarryH 3]

.....So, MrsLarryH--when is your surgery? I love that you and your husband are doing it together. I actually first looked into this because hubby's doctor was pushing him to consider it, and I wanted to convince him. The more I read, the more *I* was convinced. And of course now he's kind letting me be the guinea pig. I wish we could go through the puree phase together!!

Our date is July 3rd. Hubby had the referral and it was our original plan for him to have his, go through his recovery and then I would start my 6 month insurance journey. Our surgeon had other plans though when he found out I wanted the surgery too. He prefers to have couples go through the process together so they can support each other. Every appointment, every step of the way has been together and it is AWESOME! Hopefully, from what has been hinted, hubby and I will be able to have the same hospital room post-surgery... **crosses fingers** if not it will just be my motivation to get up and walk. :-)

Can't wait to swap stories and see how your surgery goes!

[ausmith 374]

Our date is July 3rd. Hubby had the referral and it was our original plan for him to have his, go through his recovery and then I would start my 6 month insurance journey. Our surgeon had other plans though when he found out I wanted the surgery too. He prefers to have couples go through the process together so they can support each other. Every appointment, every step of the way has been together and it is AWESOME! Hopefully, from what has been hinted, hubby and I will be able to have the same hospital room post-surgery... **crosses fingers** if not it will just be my motivation to get up and walk. :-) Can't wait to swap stories and see how your surgery goes!

My husband and I did this together 7mths ago and it's the best thing we ever did. Just keep in mind men will and DO lose faster. Be very prepared for that as it will do your head in every now and then. Although over all it is a great example that the sleeve truly works and when you are in stall you will look at him and know that It does work. Good luck to you both