January 2020 Surgery Date

[TattooedSeaStar 139]

3 minutes ago, Krimsonbutterflies said:

I'm too darn emotional as of this week, because its a lot closer than I thought. I'm going to pack my bag after I come from the appointment next Friday, I already have too much going on. I'm cleaning up my domain this weekend and getting ready for recovery. I guess these emotions are releasing with the fat, I have no clue....PMS magnified times a million.

GORL! I got an IUD this past summer so no cycles. No cycles, not PMS. It’s. Amazing.

Taking a pregnancy test 1/24 though (JIC) but I couldn’t get pregnant 10 years ago when I was 50lbs lighter than I am now so I seriously doubt it.

[TattooedSeaStar 139]

4 minutes ago, Krimsonbutterflies said:

I'm happy for you, if I weren't sitting in the dentist's chair I'd start crying for you, lol. Crazy

Just checked my doctors notes and the SURGERY is 7:30. I have to BE there at 6am.

[Krimsonbutterflies 661]

Just now, TattooedSeaStar said:

GORL! I got an IUD this past summer so no cycles. No cycles, not PMS. It’s. Amazing.

Taking a pregnancy test 1/24 though (JIC) but I couldn’t get pregnant 10 years ago when I was 50lbs lighter than I am now so I seriously doubt it.

Got mines this past Summer as well, still having cycles just different. My moods are pseudo-PMS, I feel like the crazy lady. We are going to be fine, I think I'm just going through the vulnerability of everything. I know this is going to be great. Now, I'm crying 😭😭😭, I can't help it. I'm so darn excited and nervous!!!! It really does feel good to have people to talk to who understand what you are experiencing.

[Silvernova 31]

I’m 3 days post op and I will not lie and say it is easy. I’m home after a two night stay and working slowly to get my Fluid intake Back up where it needs to be. I have rather bad nausea and the zofran makes me sleepy. I thought I’d have more energy, but instead have been dozing and then walking a bit after getting up for the restroom. Hoping I’ll feel a bit stronger each day. Cheers to recovery mode!

[Silvernova 31]

17 hours ago, Krimsonbutterflies said:

I'm just about ready, wanted to share with my graduating class as well. (Broths, plates, utensils and other items not pictured) maybe later when I get closer.

This is flat out amazing. I’m a bit jealous. I didn’t think of half of these items for variety’s sake, but adding some to my shopping list pronto. 👍

[Krimsonbutterflies 661]

Just now, Silvernova said:

I’m 3 days post op and I will not lie and say it is easy. I’m home after a two night stay and working slowly to get my Fluid intake Back up where it needs to be. I have rather bad nausea and the zofran makes me sleepy. I thought I’d have more energy, but instead have been dozing and then walking a bit after getting up for the restroom. Hoping I’ll feel a bit stronger each day. Cheers to recovery mode!

I hope you feel better very soon and welcome home. Cheers to recovery mode.

[Krimsonbutterflies 661]

Just now, Silvernova said:

This is flat out amazing. I’m a bit jealous. I didn’t think of half of these items for variety’s sake, but adding some to my shopping list pronto. 👍

Thank you, I'm a Virgo...we're over achievers, lol. Seriously, I started awhile ago and I like to make sure I'm okay. I still feel like I'm missing something, I just don't know what that could possibly be....

[rene50 147]

26 minutes ago, Silvernova said:

I’m 3 days post op and I will not lie and say it is easy. I’m home after a two night stay and working slowly to get my Fluid intake Back up where it needs to be. I have rather bad nausea and the zofran makes me sleepy. I thought I’d have more energy, but instead have been dozing and then walking a bit after getting up for the restroom. Hoping I’ll feel a bit stronger each day. Cheers to recovery mode!

Hope you are feeling better very soon!

[Uomograsso 364]

On day two of 1 week liquid diet. It hasn't been too bad so far as it allows for something every hour or so.

8am - Protein Shake

9:30am - sugar free Jello, 1 cup of fruit and 8 oz Water

10:30 am Protein shake

12pm - 16 oz water

1pm - Protein Shake

2:30pm - 1 cup low sodium broth, 1 cup of fruit and 8 oz water

3:30pm - Protein Shake

5pm - 16 oz water

6:30pm - Protein shake

8pm - 1 cup low sodium broth and 1 cup of fruit

Spreading things out over the day helps. Prior to this I was dieting using intermittent fasting, so I am used to feeling hungry and can deal with it.

[sarahSingh91 233]

On 01/09/2020 at 15:40, rene50 said:

Has anyone started taking Biotin before their surgery to help lessen Hair loss? I read somewhere to start taking it a few weeks before surgery.

So I got the 50+ multi Vitamin ( even though I am only 29) it has B12 and also Biotin. I also got the Protein called colleges peptide it is for bone health skin hair etc and has complete amino acids it has 18grams clean protein! I only use unflavored protein. I don’t like the extra carbs or the artificial sugar in the zero carb Proteins. Hope this helps. I am super am scared of hair loan

[rene50 147]

Thanks for sharing. I'm going to check out the collagen peptides. I already take B12, so I plan to keep taking it after surgery, along with Biotin. I am old, 57, and I ordered bariatric Multi Vitamins. Like you, I am scared about Hair loss. My hair is my best feature!

[RMaxton76 29]

Little late to the party (my buddy who had his VSG a couple years ago told me about the site just yesterday) - my surgery (VSG) was on 1/6 - this past Monday! Done at Swedish in downtown Seattle with Dr. Sarah Martin del Campo.

[Uomograsso 364]

Be careful collagen is not a complete Protein and shouldn't be counted in your protein totals. It only has 8 of 9 amino acids required to be a complete protein. It is still beneficial though. Here is a good article explaining the benefits and shortcomings of collagen.

https://tasty-yummies.com/collagen-good-source-protein/

Edited January 11, 2020 by Uomograsso

[Starting a new chapter 0]

My surgery date for the Rouen-Y Bypass is next Friday! Jan. 17th. It will be done in Cleveland Clinic by Dr. Aminian. I am 65 and this starts a new chapter in life. I've lost 34# to reach my goal weight. I'm so excited. However, having some trouble. I am one week into my Protein Shakes (800 cal) and Clear Liquids. I am so weak and shaky. Does anyone know if this just me having to adjust and it taking time? I'm afraid if I am feeling this way after surgery, I will fail. This is not a good feeling! I wont be able to exercise. What's your thoughts?

[Krimsonbutterflies 661]

50 minutes ago, RMaxton76 said:

Little late to the party (my buddy who had his VSG a couple years ago told me about the site just yesterday) - my surgery (VSG) was on 1/6 - this past Monday! Done at Swedish in downtown Seattle with Dr. Sarah Martin del Campo.

Never to late, congratulations graduate. Welcome to your class, how are you feeling?