Question:
Does anyone know of a journal specifically made for WLS patients?

I am looking for a type of journal I can write in to keep track of appointments, thoughts, feelings etc... I am considering surgery (consult appt 10/7). This sight has been a tremendous help, but I want something I can write in when not around the computer and something I can reflect on later in life or maybe even use as a tool to help friends who may go thru the same proceedure. If you have any suggestions or know of anything published that I can purchase, pls let me know.    — A I. (posted on September 17, 2002)

September 16, 2002
I don't imagine you need to purchase anything expensive, although there are several good journals out there ranging all the way up to $100+ dollars. Myself? I'm a bonafide cheapskate and have kept track of this whole experience, foot intake, feelings, etc. in some cheapo notebooks from Wal*Mart. They're nothin' fancy, but they do the job fine. Also, I use www.calorieking.com to manage my food intake electronically when I know I'm going to be at the computer most of the day.
   — Terissa R.

September 17, 2002
There is a journal on-line at www.alongtheweigh.com that is titled "Weight Loss Surgery Workbook and Journal...Your Life Before, During & After Weight Loss Surgery". It takes a long time to download as it is something like 154 pages long....but it's FREE!!! and looks really good.
   — DELINDA T.

September 17, 2002
Have you ever heard of the "Weigh Down Workshop?" It's a Bible based weight loss program that many churches offer. Anyway, if you are interested in a journal that has daily devotions centered around God and weight loss, I suggest you go to www.weighdown.com and look in the Gift Shop section. Under books you will find the Exodus Journal for $7.00. It's pretty good. You can also do what I did and do a video diary. I have been keeping up with it since 2 months pre-op. I'm so glad I did it!
   — Robby E.

September 18, 2002
Check out www.dietminder.com They make different types of journels; the one I use is the dietminder. It has places to keep a log of all your meals and counts (calorie,protein,fat,etc), keep a record of your supplements and meds, the amount of water you drink, the exercise you do, and your feelings. There is even a section for photos and charting your weightloss. Each journel covers about 3 months and costs $14.95. You can order by mail or get them at amazon.com. Hope this is what you want. It's worked great for me!
   — LLinderman