New to OH

Hi!  I'm new to OH.  I had my first consultation with Dr. Mark Sherrod yesterday. I'm planning on having RNY surgery as soon as I can complete the requirements needed.  I am working on the insurance requirements for approval now.

Thanks to everyone for all your posts and questions! Being able to come here and browse and get information has helped tremendously with planning and decision making.  I'm looking forward to sharing my journey with the group.  My first weight loss goal is to lose 20-25 lbs pre-op. (required by Dr. Sherrod) I set up an account with My Fitness Pal online to track calories and exercise. I'm also trying to pay attention to eating slower and drinking more water now.  Does anyone have any more advice to preparing for surgery and a new way of life?

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Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum (RNY)

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Thanks Kathy! I will.

I think you are doing all the right things.  Getting use to not drinking with meals and waiting the 30 minutes before and after eating is tough for me.  I found an App for it, though, which is helping.  It's Bariatric Timer.  I also use the My Fitness Pal app.  Good luck!

Thanks Debbie!  Good suggestions. Not drinking with meals is going to be challenging, I do need to start getting used to that now.

Welcome!  My Fitness Pal has helped me since before surgery and it is great to be able to hold yourself accountable!  I definitely think it will help you to practice and be in the mindset before surgery!  Good luck and keep us posted!