Sept 22nd surgery- pre op diet today

[Knitchic 97]

I have read posts from others about getting nervous. I didn't understand until this afternoon. As I sat drinking my Unjury chicken broth for lunch it hit me that I am really in pre op now. Holy cow let the fun begin!

[Cervidae 2,389]

It's a really exciting and strange time, I remember it well as it was less than a month ago. Today is my three week surgery anniversary! Time flies, and there are really exiting things coming up for you very soon! Congratulations, and take good care of yourself. All your hard work is going to be worth it.

[Anxious2beme 93]

@@Cervidae how are YOU doing? Is every day getting better? Has the weight loss begun yet or when do you expect that to start? Hope all is well with your recovery!!

[gpmed 623]

@@Knitchic I hear you! My surgery is actually the day before yours. This weekend I've been channeling my nervousness into nesting. I did my phase 1 pantry and fridge clean out; chucked everything I didn't think I'd eat in the next two weeks or sometime after surgery. I also did a serious deep clean of my house, moved furniture to sweep and mop behind, ended up rearranging my living room furniture. I figure these are things I'll be glad I did when I'm home for six weeks.

The last few nights I've had a little trouble sleeping and I keep thinking about all the things I want to eat while I still can. When I wake up the next morning I'm fine. It's just those few minutes. Weird.

[Cervidae 2,389]

@@Anxious2beme - I'm doing great. my incisions are looking fantastic and I have barely any pain at all. My side is a little sore today because I slept on it last night, but other than that... doing just fine. Thank you for asking!

Here is a picture of my incisions, three week post op: http://imgur.com/VFzSQFj

[PinkieD 27]

I just had first surgery appointment last week and I am, like, excited, scared, ooo, back to excited, anxious, blah blah blah. Feel like I am literally feeling 12 different feelings an hour.

[Cervidae 2,389]

@@PinkieD that is exactly how I felt.

[PinkieD 27]

@@Cervidae Thanks. Nice to know my crazy is normal crazy. Lol

[toasty 371]

This is all exactly how I feel too. I am three days from my surgery (Sept. 11). One moment I'm excited, then nervous, etc.

Actually, what I really want is for it to be over and done. I'm tired of this crazy waiting, not knowing what will happen, what it will be like after. I've read so many people's stories here, the only one thing that's consistent is that everyone's different!

The pre-op diet hasn't been so bad, and I keep telling myself that my diet afterward will actually be less restrictive (I'm restricted to Clear liquids only right now; full liquids after I get home from the hospital). I can't believe it, but I am actually looking forward to the pureed foods stage!

[Anxious2beme 93]

Here! Here! @ Toasty. Best of luck to you and I can't wait to hear "your" story and how well you succeed ????

[kellzeppelin 4]

My surgery is the 23rd of September. You are not alone! LOL. I feel like a hot mess. I am trying to get everything ready and can't seem to move fast enough. Not to mention that I am completely off nicotine and caffeine, my normal crutches! I am trying hard to just think about the positive life changes that will be taking place. Just know that we are all going through it in our own ways ????

[TMG1980TMG 136]

Eek! 20 more days until my surgery!

How is everyone doing with the pre-op diet? I am starting today instead of Friday! I want to get the food funerals under control! ????????

[PinkieD 27]

@@toasty welcome to the "it's normal to be crazy club". Lol I will be excited to hear of your experiences post op. Well, excited and nervous and happy and scared.......????

[Knitchic 97]

Eek! 20 more days until my surgery!

How is everyone doing with the pre-op diet? I am starting today instead of Friday! I want to get the food funerals under control! ????????

Congrats on the countdown! The pre op does get a little easier. The chocolate unjury Protein drinks are AMAZING! I hope I still lake them post op. Oh and chicken flavored Unjury is great mixed with broth. Just like chicken noodle Soup minus the noodles. I find that around 8 or 9 at night are hardest for me. The munchies kick in and UGH I want chips lol.

[ChunkyChocolate 38]

My surgery date is September 21st a day before yours, I'm just starting my full liquid diet. I'm excited and nervous at the same time.