Josie1958 9 Posted January 11, 2017 Hello guys, just registered on here, I was unsure weather I should as I did not know if it was just a USA site as I am from the Uk Anyway I am 5 days away from having my surgery, I have it done on 16th Jan 2017. X Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sasharbinx 115 Posted January 11, 2017 There's a board somewhere within the site for people from the U.K. This sites for everyone though! Welcome! And best of luck on your surgery! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skip2malou 0 Posted January 11, 2017 Hello guys, just registered on here, I was unsure weather I should as I did not know if it was just a USA site as I am from the Uk Anyway I am 5 days away from having my surgery, 16th Jan 2017. X Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App Oh I need yo find the UK thread! Where abouts are you getting your surgery? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Josie1958 9 Posted January 11, 2017 Ian having my surgery done with Phoenix healthcare at Sefton suite Liverpool, I'm having a bypass. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamieLogical 8,710 Posted January 11, 2017 There are definitely people from all around the world on these forums, so welcome! And here's the link to the UK sub-forum: http://www.bariatricpal.com/forum/403-united-kingdom-uk-local-gastric-sleeve-support/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Marusek 5,244 Posted January 11, 2017 Good luck on your upcoming surgery. I recommend you do three things. 1. Take a good before photograph of yourself, so that you have something to compare to after surgery. Many times we are blind to our obesity. We do not see ourselves. Therefore when the weight begins to drop off rather dramatically, we question if this is really happening. Photographs are a good visualization of our success. Many people carry a before and after photo with them, just to remind themselves of their success. 2. Walk 30 minutes each day, every day until surgery (or equivalent exercise). Walking helps the recovery process go smoothly and minimized the pain levels from surgery. 3. Wean yourself from caffeine and carbonated beverages now. After I gave up my 6 diet coke a day habit, I suffered from a week of severe withdrawal syndrome consisting of severe headaches and body aches. I was miserable. You don't want to combine the effects of caffeine withdrawal with the effects of surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Laura62 35 Posted January 11, 2017 Hello guys, just registered on here, I was unsure weather I should as I did not know if it was just a USA site as I am from the Uk Anyway I am 5 days away from having my surgery, I have it done on 16th Jan 2017. X Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App Welcome! You must be so excited. I am for you! Mine is in February. I know all will go well and look forward to hearing from you! Enjoy your new beginning???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pvechiola 195 Posted January 11, 2017 Hello guys, just registered on here, I was unsure weather I should as I did not know if it was just a USA site as I am from the Uk Anyway I am 5 days away from having my surgery, I have it done on 16th Jan 2017. X Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App This use be the place to be because you've reached all the way to Chicago, Illinois keep posting we need stories to learn from everyone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Djmohr 6,965 Posted January 11, 2017 Welcome and the best of luck on your upcoming surgery! Hoping that all goes well and by this time next week you will be starting a whole new life! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PrettyThick1 1,860 Posted January 11, 2017 Congratulations and Welcome! WLS is universal and so is any page on this site. We are all in this together! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
caddygirl 208 Posted January 12, 2017 Welcome ! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
