Any preparation tips while I wait for approval?

[BrandiceLeSha 101]

I've met with the surgeon I'm going to use. I have completed my 6 month diet. I will have my psychiatric evaluation on Friday. I have the cardiac tests, upper gi, and nutrition/ fitness/well-being classes on June 07 after my husband as returned from school at Camp Shelby. My insurance coordinator and surgeons office feel confident about my approval. But, I will feel more comfortable about being excited once I am (or am not) officially approved by insurance. I was told not to lose too much weight because I have another weigh in on June 07. And my BMI is only 41.5. I feel like I'm at a stand still. So, any tips on other ways I might can prepare are appreciated.

[jillybeanRN 76]

Keep reading and learning more about what to expect post op. Get prepared with all your Protein supplements, Multivitamins, etc. that you'll need for after surgery.

I was in the same boat as my BMI was also on the low side, so I splurged pretty hard right before my surgery.

[BrandiceLeSha 101]

Thanks so much!

[OutsideMatchInside 10,166]

Buy a food scale and start weighing all your food for proper portions (this is good for anyone, surgery or not).

Track all your food and Condiments, with an app, just find one you like.

[MarinaGirl 609]

1. Start practicing not drinking with meals. Post WLS, the typical recommendation is no fluids 30 mins before and 30 mins after meals or Snacks.

2. Practice taking very small bites and chewing well before swallowing.

3. Give up caffeine so you don't have withdrawal headaches post-surgery.

4. After your next weigh in, give up carbonated beverages, sweets, and alcohol. You may feel lousy for a bit as toxins leave your body but it is best to go through this before surgery instead of afterwards.

5. No food funerals before surgery as you want to be as light and healthy as possible to minimize surgical risks.

6. Start working on your headspace regarding your relationship with food.

Good luck getting approved! This is going to be such a positive change in your life!

[BrandiceLeSha 101]

Very great advice! Thanks!

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[DaleCruse 756]

Good advice here. But one of the best skills to learn IMO is how to filter information that other people give you. You're probably already good at filtering information people who haven't had WLS. Now start learning how to filter what people on this board say. Some of what you read here is gold but some of what you read here is crap. What may be gold for one person may be crap for you. Trust yourself above all others. Good luck!

[BrandiceLeSha 101]

Thanks DaleCruse... wise advice[emoji5]

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