amybaby33

I've had SEVERAL surgeries in my lifetime....2 lapband, gall bladder, appendix, spinal fusion, C-section and of course the sleeve. I can by far say this is the best and easiest recovery I've ever had! I'm 5 days post op and have had minor discomfort..I wouldn't even say pain with my incisions. No gas pain or pressure, tolerating all my liquids no problem and have great energy. I had some nausea the first day but that is now a distant memory. I'm walking around my neighborhood 5-6 times a day, and yes...I'm resting too! I've been through a lot over the years, and I have this euphoric sense of relief and hope that this surgery is truly going to give me my life back. I haven't felt this hopeful and encouraged in a LONG time. I can't wait to really establish my healthy lifestyle and get out and START LIVING!! I'm just so happy and grateful

Ok...I just re read your post and realized your are on your pre op diet! Sorry...I was thinking your were post op! You're still doing great and I know you will do so well with your surgery

Hey girl...sounds like you're powering through...good job! Hope getting off the meds help your hot flashes! I'm 3 days post op and am blown away by how good i feel! Having gone thru 2 lap band surgeries, this is waaaay better than my previous recoveries. Guess third time is a charm I did have some post op nausea, but i have no gas or incision pain and am tolerating liquids with no problems. I can move to full liquids today and just plan on taking it slow. No doubt everyday gets better! I can already tell this is going to be so much better than the band and I can't wait to see the scale plummet! So glad you're doing well with your recovery....keep it up

Great news, Mike! Funny how just a few days makes all the difference in the world. Sounds like you have turned the corner and are going to sail thru the rest of your recovery! Can't wait to hear about your Doc appt...keep us posted!

Hi guys, I'm on my Ipad from my hospital bed, so excuse any errors! Surgery went well. As expected, i had some pretty big scar adhesions from the band, but nothing my doc couldn't handle. Unfortunately, i had REALLY bad nausea and dry heaving the in the recovery room and for about 2 hrs when I got into my own room. Ugh..that was awful! But it's under control now and I feel a million times better! Incision and gas pain is totally manageable! I've been sucking ice chips, walking every hour and am staying ahead of the pain w/my meds:) Should be outta here around 2p tomorrow and am looking forward to seeing my baby boy and working towards a great recovery! Oh--just some advise for those yet to get sleeved.....get some Biotine mouth spray for dry mouth..it's been a life savor! Ok, that's it for now...thanks for all the wonderful support! I hope my fellow 7/11'ers are doing great and good luck to the rest of you firecrackers getting sleeved this week

-Amy

Thanks everyone! I'm in the pre-op area waiting to go! I feel good....calm & ready to roll! Hopefully I can post later. I'm on west coast time, so I should be in my room around 2ish:) Good luck to my fellow 7/11 sleevers:) See ya on the other side ...

You're doing awesome, girl! I hear ya on the neon liquids..lol! I remember with my band I thought I was having an 80's flashback with all the neon colors surrounding me! Thanks for the insight and update...you're seriously doing awesome!

Oooo...I love Wine Steals! Look forward to hooking up with you gals when I'm recovered! Looking forward to getting the show on the road on Monday! Wish me luck! BTW..did any of you have Dr. Mueller at Sharp?

Biggriz..I've been thinking about you! Thanks for updating! I think the first hours after any surgery are pretty rough, but you have such a great attitude and it sounds like you've handled it like a champ! I'm sure everyday will get better as you adjust to your new way of life. You're doing great..keep up the good work..and CONGRATS on making it to the other side

Big hugs, hon! That sounds ROUGH! I'm glad you're home and really hope the rest of your recovery is smooth sailing

Wow...you're doing awesome!! I remember when I was on clears with my band, I was so excited to have finger jello...let alone strained creamed soups! Congrats! I can't wait to get sleeved on Monday and get back my quality of life

Awesome info! I like the idea of doing "shots" of Protein rather than drinking 3-4 Protein Shakes a day. Great option..thanks for sharing

Congrats on your approval and surgery date! Head on over the July Firecracker room and you'll get lots of support!

I hope by the time you read this, you are both resting comfortably and smiling because you have a new life to look forward to! Can't wait for updates...hope all went well

Would definitely love to meet up once I'm a few weeks into recovery!

I'm a San Diego gal getting sleeved on Monday, July 11th! Would love to connect with some other San Diegans!

Girl..you are inspiration to us all! Especially someone like me, a former lapbander ready to get sleeved next Monday! The biggest victory is being at peace with who you are and never having to live in the prison of obesity again! I'm so very proud of and admire your insight, wisdom and willingness to share your amazing journey! YOU ROCK, HOT MAMA!

I have my surgery scheduled for July 22nd...any one have there surgery done there? My doctor is Dr. Takata?

My husband had his sleeve done with Dr. Takata 3 years ago. He had a great surgery and recovery and is maintaining his 100 pound weight loss 3 years later I also had back surgery at Scripps Green and they were fantastic! Hopefully you'll get a room with an ocean view like I did which was soo awesome. I would have gotten my sleeve with Dr. Takata, but the Scripps Bariatric program doesn't take my insurance. Don't worry...you're in GREAT hands at a lovely hospital...good luck!

Hope you're feeling well and on your way to a speedy recovery! Welcome to your new life!

Congrat, Kathy! You sound like you're doing all the right things for a successful recovery! Good job! Way to kick off us Firecrackers off with a positive BOOM

Ive had my band out for over 10 months (having sleeve in less than a week ) and my port site still bugs me sometimes. My port stuck out like a rock when I was pregnant, so i know I have lots of scar tissue around that area. I've already mentioned it to my Doc and he will be looking closely for any adhesions during my surgery. Definitely mention it to your Doc, it may be one of those things that just takes some extra time and hopefully will resolve itself soon. Congrats on getti through your surgery!

Good luck to both of you! I know you will do great!

Awesome! Thanks for doing this...so helpful! And it looks so pretty with all the colors

Thanks for the replies, ladies! Gives me some encourgement that there have been others that have delt with surgery with little ones at home! I will def be letting my Mom and hub act as the "elevators" and lift him to me. The bright side is he will be very helpful with my walks as he LOVES to get outside. And Kristey.."crapband" made me LOL! So true!

Just curious if anyone had their surgery while caring for an infant or toddler. My adorable and active son will be 11 months when I have my surgery. Thankfully, I will have husband and Mom to help me, but I'm sad that I won't be able to pick him up for 4-5 days and am wondering how I will cope!