August Surgery buddies

[Averdra 0]

I got my date as August 21.

CW 295

What all are you doing to prepare? I'm worried about starting pre-op diet too early and potentially running out of willpower in advance. I'm also looking for therapy for disordered eating to begin ASAP and continue through the process. I'm also working on not drinking during meals and thinking about how to start increasing my Water uptake. I'm also contemplating how I can prepare meals with veg and Protein for easy access.

[LadyJGrey 1]

Hi! I’m late August, too! I just had my consult yesterday, I’m having hernia repair and RNY. I’m walking and logging my diet at this point. I’m a light smoker and have a quit date of July 5, after 4th of July festivities, so I’m trying to slowly ease into everything.

[BigDane 1]

Hi, I'm also August. Just got my date 5th of August!
I'm looking so much forward to having it!

Also in on my pre-op diet, need to be at 133.2kg before my surgery.

[Lisa Gilkison 2]

Hi everybody! I am pretty new to the forums. Up until now, I was a lurker. I am working towards setting the date in mid-August. My choice is the gastric sleeve. I hope to get to know you all!

[BigDane 1]

Welcome @Lisa Gilkison ! I am also new to the site

I am also on the gastric sleeve.. Hope you are doing well!

[Lisa Gilkison 2]

I hope you are doing well, too! I am at the end of an unhealthy journey and taking the first steps in a lengthy new, healthier journey.

[Singingbarista 1]

Hi everyone! I'm scheduled for August 13, RNY.

I started at 361 lbs. and joined a weight-loss clinic 18 months ago, where they put me on something similar to the LSD. I lost about 80 lbs. and then my body decided my set point was around 270, so surgery is next.

I've been trolling this site for quite a while, even when I was wondering if I should get the surgery in the first place. To prepare, I've been experimenting with the recipes that people post, and trying various products/shakes/vitamins that have been recommended by this group and my local support group, to see what options I like.

I've also been collecting items for post-surgery, like a magic bullet and small silverware, things from the list my surgical team gave me. I tend to over-prepare to cope with stress, and this is a biggie. I'm also trying to figure out what hobbies I can distract myself with post-op - any suggestions?