Jenkins 26 Posted January 5, 2016 My date is 27th January. A lot of mixed emotions going on right now! Is everyone going to be doing a preop diet? I have some loose guidelines but doesn't seem to be anything hardcore! From reading the forums it appears some surgeons don't even require preop diets. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mrs_O 118 Posted January 5, 2016 My date is 27th January. A lot of mixed emotions going on right now! Is everyone going to be doing a preop diet? I have some loose guidelines but doesn't seem to be anything hardcore! From reading the forums it appears some surgeons don't even require preop diets. I am also Jan 27th! I go to my NUT class on the 20th and see the doc again one last time before surgery right after that. That is also the day I start my pre-op liquid diet. Then I have clear only the day before surgery. Good luck!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nurse_Lenora 903 Posted January 5, 2016 My surgery is the 12th of jan 2016. my dad had the surgery a year ago and was told he had to lose 5kg before it, i have the same surgeon but was only told to go on Optifast for 2 weeks pre op. im nervous but excited at the same time. im curious to see who you guys are telling. ill be living out of home 3-4 weeks post op as thats when i start university so its going to be hard to settle into a share house without them knowing? i also have 2 good friends moving down aswell and i dont know whether to tell them or not. i just think itll be hard to explain why im only eating soft foods you know?No worries! You do not owe anyone an explanation as to the foods you eat. Boundaries ???? Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrs.blanco 12 Posted January 5, 2016 well tomorrow is the big day!! a bit nervous and excited at the same time. Can't wait to be on the other side of this journey to a better me. see you guys on the losers bench Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLea91 13 Posted January 5, 2016 well tomorrow is the big day!! a bit nervous and excited at the same time. Can't wait to be on the other side of this journey to a better me. see you guys on the losers bench For me too! I'm scared about how calm I am about all of this, I am hoping it doesn't hit me as I am walking into the hospital. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tweety40 52 Posted January 5, 2016 Surgery date January 13th. I'm excited and nervous! I'm on the pre-op liquids for 2 weeks since last Wednesday and down 12 lbs. Good luck everyone.Mine is also the 13th I start my pre op diet this Wednesday. How are you holding up? That's great you lost 12 lbs I must admit that it's not easy. I try not to be around my family when they eat. I'll grab a popsicle and go in another room. A friend at work does it with me, I believe it's easier when I'm away from home or keeping myself busy. What about you?I agree with that. When your work it's much easier, I don't think about food, sometimes I even forget to have lunch because I'm so busy.. let's keep in touch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TodayItEnds 28 Posted January 5, 2016 January 11 for me, so excited/nervous. Good luck to all!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yadie2006 75 Posted January 5, 2016 approved for 02/23/2016!! yay Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bassmel 20 Posted January 6, 2016 Jan 11th is my date too! I had my pre op today and found out I have to get my gall bladder removed. But I'm excited to have spoken to my surgeon who was so reassuring and kind. I can't wait to begin my new life.! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweettiff 12 Posted January 6, 2016 Surgery date January 13th. I'm excited and nervous! I'm on the pre-op liquids for 2 weeks since last Wednesday and down 12 lbs. Good luck everyone.Mine is also the 13th I start my pre op diet this Wednesday. How are you holding up? That's great you lost 12 lbs I must admit that it's not easy. I try not to be around my family when they eat. I'll grab a popsicle and go in another room. A friend at work does it with me, I believe it's easier when I'm away from home or keeping myself busy. What about you?I agree with that. When your work it's much easier, I don't think about food, sometimes I even forget to have lunch because I'm so busy.. let's keep in touch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweettiff 12 Posted January 6, 2016 Sure thing. I'm becoming less nervous since being on here. A great place for support. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Traveling_T 2 Posted January 6, 2016 My surgery is Jan 14th and for the past few days, I've had insomnia. I'm having it done in Mexico so flying makes me nervous to begin with. But I didn't prepare myself for my anxiety of it all to give me insomnia. I haven't had to deal with this for quite some time. Think I'll make some tea to sleep.< /p> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cdieguez 2 Posted January 6, 2016 Hello everyone, I am super excited to be here. I am scheduled January 15th and I can't wait. Have been doing the pre-op since January 1st and it's going well. I had to find a soy Protein Shake because I am lactose intolerant. I go for my pre-op hospital visit this Friday. The countdown is on. Anyone else on 1/15/16? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roberto Molina 6 Posted January 6, 2016 Tomorrow is the day! Yaay!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hina Elnahry 0 Posted January 6, 2016 Having My surgery on January 13th. I am so excited. nervous, ready. Any tips... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites