Very new to the pre-op group

[FStromberg 3]

Hello,

My Name is Frances, i'm not sure if this is the place to do this but just a little about myself. I am 37 I am very happily married to a wonderful man and i have 2 children. I have been thinking about surgery for the last year, and when i told my primary doctor i was ready he was so happy. I am more then ready for this and even more so now that i haqve gone to the informational meeting last night. I have an appointment with the nutritionist next monday and the doctor the day after. My insurance covers just about 100%, i will have to pay for the hospital stay so i am hoping it is not more then 1 night. At this point i am not really scared about the surgery, i am more scared/nervous about the after. More spacificaly the drinking Water part, all i drink is water but i tend to get busy and forget to drink. Until my body says hello i'm thursty, needless to say that for the last month (since i decided i was doing this) i have been trying really hard to make sure i am drinking the correct amount of water. On another note is there an ap for this site or even a Facebook page that i can get on my phone, so that i can have the support at any time day or night?

I tend to go on and on so if i do at time i am sorry about that. Thank you in advance for all of the beging help and support, i have been told many great things about this group.

[Elode 8,093]

Water can be challenging at first but it gets better with time. Good luck on your up coming surgery and welcome!

[FStromberg 3]

Thank you Elode, this is my first online support group. I really don't know how it works.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Yes, there is an app (I use BariatricPal on my iPhone). It is addictive.

I am pre-op and have successfully weaned myself off of caffeine and drink mostly Water. I have a 24 oz water bottle and I fill it up at least 3 times a day. You could try setting a timer on your phone to remind you to drink. I know it will be much harder post-surgery to get in Water but I am building the habit and do feel much better when I get in all my water.

Welcome aboard and best of luck.