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1 minute ago, Mariann812 said:

Congrats and I’m very excited for your big day tomorrow!
I think that everyone reacts differently and possibly with many different emotions. I don’t anticipate being nervous but rather excited…but, who knows! 🤷🏻‍♀️
Wishing you the best and I’m looking forward to your update! ❤️

Thanks!!! I actually just edited my post because I saw I said my surgery is Monday and I meant to write Tuesday lol But anyway, I have no clue why I'm not scared or nervous or anything. It's a major surgery that is removing part of my body and will bring about major lifelong changes. Yet all I feel is excitement and impatience lol I'm so so ready to take my life back. Do you have a surgery date? Where are you in the process?

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On 05/01/2022 at 13:28, Future Sleeve Diva said:






Thanks!!! I actually just edited my post because I saw I said my surgery is Monday and I meant to write Tuesday lol But anyway, I have no clue why I'm not scared or nervous or anything. It's a major surgery that is removing part of my body and will bring about major lifelong changes. Yet all I feel is excitement and impatience lol I'm so so ready to take my life back. Do you have a surgery date? Where are you in the process?


LOL! Monday, Tuesday…🤣…whatever!
Don’t question the ‘not scared’ part…just enjoy it!
I agree with you about feeling excitement at taking back your life. It’s only the past 10 years that my weight became an issue. I was underweight most of my life…I was a long distance runner. Then fertility drugs, thyroid issues, etc., etc., and ⚡️100 lbs overweight. I can’t wait to get my life back.
A close friend of mine had the sleeve in October. She’s down 90 lbs and says she has never felt better. And she looks amazing! I’m so ready! No surgery date yet, but 5/16 I have a visit with the surgeon and we should be able to set a date at that appointment. I’m hoping for 6/13 or after because school is out by then.
Good luck to you on Tuesday! 🤗

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9 minutes ago, Mariann812 said:

LOL! Monday, Tuesday…🤣…whatever!
Don’t question the ‘not scared’ part…just enjoy it!
I agree with you about feeling excitement at taking back your life. It’s only the past 10 years that my weight became an issue. I was underweight most of my life…I was a long distance runner. Then fertility drugs, thyroid issues, etc., etc., and ️100 lbs overweight. I can’t wait to get my life back.
A close friend of mine had the sleeve in October. She’s down 90 lbs and says she has never felt better. And she looks amazing! I’m so ready! No surgery date yet, but 5/16 I have a visit with the surgeon and we should be able to set a date at that appointment. I’m hoping for 6/13 or after because school is out by then.
Good luck to you on Tuesday! 🤗

Thank you!!! I have my fingers crossed for you. I have PCOS and while I was able to conceive my son naturally, that pregnancy jump started my PCOS and I gained all kinds of weight and couldn't lose it, then I had 10 total pregnancy losses and had to take fertility meds to have my daughter (and was never able to get pregnant again after that no matter what). I'm thankful for my son (age 24), my daughter (age 15 1/2) and my granddaughter (aged 10 months). With my daughter, my weight absolutely exploded, l and so now not only do I still have my baby weight from my son, I still have it from my daughter too. And then bad eating habits (couldn't lose the weight so I just kind of gave up) added to it and now here I am. And I have MS, so the need to get the weight off and maintain my mobility is imperative. I'm really hoping you get your date soon and get to join us on this crazy journey asap!!!!!

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On 05/01/2022 at 07:29, CurvyGirl23 said:



Tomorrow is my surgery! The time has gone by so quickly. I’m a bit nervous but happy the day is finally here!


I have surgery tomorrow as well with my check in time being 6:30. I’m a little nervous but honestly ready to just start the journey.

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3 hours ago, JBunn said:

I have surgery tomorrow as well with my check in time being 6:30. I’m a little nervous but honestly ready to just start the journey.

I’m a bit nervous too. With the surgery and the immediate aftermath. It seems some have no issues or complications and others have a harder time with nausea, acid, etc. Hopefully all will go smoothly for us both tomorrow!

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On 05/01/2022 at 15:46, CurvyGirl23 said:






I’m a bit nervous too. With the surgery and the immediate aftermath. It seems some have no issues or complications and others have a harder time with nausea, acid, etc. Hopefully all will go smoothly for us both tomorrow!


That’s pretty much the consensus I’ve gotten as well. I’m praying that I’m the type to quickly bounce back and have no complications. I hope both our surgeries and aftermath go well♥️🙏🏼

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New here! Surgery date 5/23. I’m traveling to Las Vegas from Chicago for my surgery. I start pre op diet 5/6!

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Hello! Today is my 9th day post-op and I’m feeling a bit more anxious to eat something. Any suggestions?

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On 04/19/2022 at 14:47, Dschmitty said:



My surgery date is May 17th as well. I’m excited but nervous about the new journey I’m about to go on. Good luck to us all!


I’m the 17th as well. Starting pre-surgery high protein/low carb diet on the 3rd. Looking forward to this life change!

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I am scheduled for May 10. Currently on day 6 of my pre op diet…..just counting the days!

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All set to go next Monday. I saw the Surgeon this morning and also paid the Surgeons Bill and the anesthetic guys as well. The surgeon mentioned this morning that he would also check on my hernia while he was in there. One place I needed to go had a lift that was broken. I needed to walk up two levels. I am glad that they had chairs on each level. I always go red in the face. Other people had no problem with the stairs. Hopefully that will be me in the future.

Anyway another week to go on the Optifast Diet. It has all gone pretty well. Hears to all of us. WE GOT THIS. :)

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May 11th for me, originally it was Jan 12 but ended up with Covid. Everything is running smoothly this time. I can’t wait!!

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On 5/1/2022 at 10:07 AM, syllybeelosesit91 said:

I'm scheduled for my VSG on May 16th. I start my 2wk pre-op on May 2nd. I know it's my nerves, but I'm so scared that the pre-op diet isn't going to work and my surgery is going to be cancelled 😞

What are some pre-op tips you guys have been following? I know I have to stay at 800cals a day with two Protein Shakes and a "normal" meal. I bought some Healthy Choice and Lean Cuisines to get me through. Hopefully these will be okay ✌️

We're surgery buddies!

I'm due for gastric bypass and hiatal hernia repair on May 16th.

As far as I've read oh what people do free up with their diet everyone's doctor has said something different but the bottom line is to not work the liver too hard thus shrinking in size if rested and no fats to work on. I will be starting my diet tomorrow with two shakes and 2 cups of low starch low carb vegetables. Hope all goes well for you! Please let us know how you go post-op, would love to hear from you.

Wishing you all the best. 🙏🙏🙏

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