Starting the Journey to Surgery

Hello all!

I've been lurking for a few weeks after my SIL pointed me in this direction. My psychiatrist suggested bariatric surgery recently after discussing my lifetime battle with my weight, and today I had my consultation and I'm officially on the path to getting approved!

I went on an extensive dive into what goes into this procress, studies, long term effects, and all that. My aunt and SIL have both had the sleeve done and have bad nothing but good things to say. I feel confident in my decision to have the procedure done so I am extra motivated to get the ball rolling!

At this point I'm scheduling all the appointments for the medical/mental clearances and setting up with the nutritionist.

I don't really have questions, I just want to introduce myself and maybe have any tips for handling the loonnng wait and setting myself up for success!

Thanks! ☺️

UPDATE:

As requested, here is an update!

I was sleeved on 11/13/2024, and since then, things have gone incredibly well!

I've had no issues with keeping down any sort of liquids or foods. Other than the dreaded constipation, it's been smooth sailings. And even that has been mostly fixed now that I can eat a little more food with fiber, though I still take a supplement every day just in case.

I've lost about 40 lbs since then, and I'm currently in my second stall after the notorious three week stall. I'm working on figuring out just how much to eat now and the balance.

I've also been cleared for exercise, and my doctor wants me to focus on strength training, which is great because cardio SUCKS.

Ouside of that, people are noticing weight loss. A few have politely asked me asked about it, and I've been open and honest! Nothing but interest and positive responses

Except from my mother. She has made a few out of pocket comments, to which I reply that I'm a grown adult who made an informed decision to improve my life, and I have zero regrets about it. She hasn't seen me in over a year, so my visit in a couple of months will likely spur on more comments that I'm mentally preparing myself for now lol.

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