Hello

[nikkitajo 0]

Hi everyone, my name is Nicole. I got my gastric sleeve done on April 23, 2015 in Red Deer Alberta, Canada. I live in Calgary Alberta. Thank God, my recovery was very smooth. After 4 weeks in liquids, I can finally eat solids but it's not that easy. I'm struggling with this transition. I'm diappointed that I have only lost 16 pounds. Anyway gotta hang in there

[kempermorris 144]

Probably ought to be on soft foods instead of solids. Time to start exercising. The weight will start coming off.

[nikkitajo 0]

I know, was very confused but dietician says solid foods.

[ShrinkingPeach 1,291]

If you are struggling, maybe try soft foods instead before "solids". They are much easier on your sleeve and can pave the way for a smoother transition. It can't hurt. If something is too hard, take a step back and try again.

[kempermorris 144]

My nutritionist said solids too. But my doctor said No. I was on soft foods for a month. Check with your doctor & see if he agrees with your nutritionist. I'm 5 months post op & have lost 102lbs. I have another 100 to go. Hang in there. It will get better. Do everything the Doctor tells you to do & don't cheat & get moving. EXERCISE does wonders

[kempermorris 144]

I also had bypass & maybe diet restrictions are different with the sleeve

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

After full liquids I started soft foods and have three weeks of adding mechanical foods to the soft foods gradually. Try starting with adding one food a day beginning with softs and take your time.

[nikkitajo 0]

Thanks everyone, I think I'm going to do the soft food phase. I'm gonna start exercising but yesterday I had to sleep all day. I was exhausted and dizzy.

[kempermorris 144]

Start slow. I could only walk 1/2 mile when I started. You will get stronger everyday. Make sure you get all the Protein your suppose to have. You may have to still drink a shake a day to get there. Protein helps you heal. Drink lots of Water