SHOULD I DO IT?

[Catherine4014 1]

I am a 60 year old woman. I have been thinking about surgery for many years now and now my insurance covers it. I am going for the bypass and I am into the 3rd month seeing my nutritionist. The major reason why I am having the surgery is that I have sleep apnea and have been using a CPAP machine for the last 7 years. I quit smoking about 8 years ago and I gained an incredible amount of weight. I still do not smoke (thank God). The main reason I am getting the surgery is to throw away my CPAP machine. I also have diabetics type 2. At my age, my health takes priority over looking good (however that is a great perk!) I have been taking a Protein Shake (30 grams about 4-5 days a week.) I seem to have the Protein in check. What I struggle with is grazing. I sit at a desk all day. Lately I have been taking the stairs at work. I have a fridge in my office and I try to snack on healthy alternatives.

I have the support of my family, however some are saying I can do it on my own. My partner supports my decision to have the surgery. He supports me in whatever I decide

[J San 1,072]

Congrats @Catherine4014 on making the decision to get WLS. Welcome to the forum as well.

[Catherine4014 1]

Thank you J San.

[Catherine4014 1]

Can anyone give any suggestions of products on Bariatric Pal menu for Soups and Hot Drinks. I will be having surgery around Christmas and would like to begin preparing for once I get home. My husband is very supportive, however he is a disabled veteran and not able to help me as much as I will need him to. Thanks

[Frustr8 7,886]

Try Millys,Sipping broth but almost, any of their Soups are Wonderful.
Buy from Bariatric Pal, not the place starting with "A". These foods are designed for Bariatric patients but can be used and enjoyed. by everyone. I will be buying from them just as soon as Surgery is over, want to make
sure I am home to accept delivery. And thank You Bariatric Pal, I have an ungodly amount of points and this month, September, I shall redeem them.
Only other reason I haven't? With my struggle to get to surgery emotionally unscathed, I feared jinxing myself. So when it comes to,the BARISLATRIC PAL 💒STORE just DO IT! 😜

[Frustr8 7,886]

.P.S. Catherine, do not fear your age, glory,in it. in less than 24 hours. in Columbus Ohio,i will receive my RNY bypass. It is so,good, so right and is my,key,to
be tree health and a stronger future., And I have within me not,an ounce of fear

[iluvbears42@yahoo.com 48]

The whole time I was waiting for surgery I had that horrible thought in my mind that I just want my lapband out and don't want the sleeve but I had gained so much weight I really didn't have a choice. Even the day of surgery I almost told my surgeon to just take out my band and forget it. But my husband told me you know you need this. So they whisked me away to surgery and I woke up in horrendous pain. Not only did he removed my lapband but I had a ton of scar tissue in there plus a hiatal hernia that he repaired. I wanted to die right there. Well here I am a week and three days after surgery and I feel good. Feel human. Hang in there and don't have second thoughts. It is worth it.

[Orchids&Dragons 9,047]

16 hours ago, Catherine4014 said:

Can anyone give any suggestions of products on Bariatric Pal menu for Soups and Hot Drinks. I will be having surgery around Christmas and would like to begin preparing for once I get home. My husband is very supportive, however he is a disabled veteran and not able to help me as much as I will need him to. Thanks

It's really tempting to buy a lot before surgery, but I'd suggest getting a selection that will last you a week or two, max. There are many stories on here from people who had to give away a load of expensive bariatric foods because they couldn't stand them after surgery - even stuff they liked before. After a week, you'll feel up to going to the store and you'll know what's "sitting well" and what isn't. Good luck!

[Catherine4014 1]

Can anyone give any suggestions of products on Bariatric Pal menu for Soups and hot drinks. I will be having surgery around Christmas and would like to begin preparing for once I get home. My husband is very supportive, however he is a disabled veteran and not able to help me as much as I will need him to. Thanks

[Catherine4014 1]

Thank you to everyone. I do think that this forum will be very useful.