I'm freaking out

Don't panic! You Can do this! 

Drink enough so you feel it. Talk to the support group at your doctor's office. They will be able to help you.

remember after surgery, you will be able to eat, but just not as much.

the end results are so worth it! 

Hang in there.

Got it! I'm not panicking anymore thanks to all of you (I did dream last night that I blew it first thing in the morning. I was eating icecream thinking it was liquid...I have issues)

day one starts now!

My surgeon only required a 2 day pre-opt fast much like I had to do for my colonoscopy so it was not very hard for me. But I will say that I do believe that those who had to go through a longer pre-opt are more prepared for WLS and eventually more successful in the long run. I do not really have the stats on that but from what I read on theses boards and also from those I know who also had WLS definitely those who disciplined themselves during pre-opy were more able to stick to the program week by week and had greater weight loss and success. No, it does not mean that if you mess up on pre-opt you are slated for failure but I do think pre-opt prepares you much better for what is a head.

Prepared I shall be!! Thanks :)

../deb

I know the feeling too!  My surgery is this Tuesday, 3/10.  I've been on liquid pre op diet for 2 weeks, and heading into the diet all I could think about was "this is my last good meal, I better make it good" leading up to it. Let me just say--I totally think you should have something you enjoy that you may not be able to tolerate for a long time, but remember that you are changing your lifestyle. That includes your perception of food...if you looked back in 6 months, would you really care what you ate before you started your pre op diet? Probably not. That's what I tell myself. As far as the pre op diet, the first day wasn't the best, but now I honestly don't mind it at all. I'm having 3 protein shakes a day, 2 servings of fruit, and then for dinner 4 oz of lean protein, 3 servings of veggies, and 1 serving of fat. I've been making some tasty dinners using spice rubs, and I feel great! You don't get that too full, sick feeling...but your hunger should be a 0 on the scale, you should be satisfied. And the added bonus is that I've lost 12 lbs in a week and a half

I just had my Pre Admissions Testing yesterday & signed off on everything with my surgeon. That's when it all really sunk in. I was calm until then, now I'm nervous & anxious, in anticipation It's like, even though you've gone through classes to prep for 6 months, it's all really happening now. And you are making a permanent change to your body & assuming some major risks! Hearing positive stories and experiences help calm my nerves. I hope my story helped you some. Good luck in a few weeks, it's all happening!

Your story has helped, thank you!! Day 5 and I'm hungry and headachy. (More than a little grumpy) I'm on only liquids-- I would love a bite of chicken. I don't understand the why's of it all exactly but I'm persevering... Wishing you all the best on Tuesday!!!! ../deb

How are you doing? ../deb

Don't forget some nice hot homemade chicken broth!  It's so good for you pre and post surgery.  Check out the recipes for Bone Broth on line.  It's real food but perfect for a liquid diet!

What a difference a couple weeks makes! I can not believe I've made it this far. Tomorrow morning is my surgery. I'm still kind of freaking out, but more in a good way. This site has been a life saver. You are all inspirational and have provided more comfort than you can know.