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I am loving this post!!! lol

Your story is such an inspiration!! Congrats to you! :cheer2:

Wow!! You are my hero! :-) Congrats to you and all of your successes!!

So I'm thinking I need a few new songs to add to workout playlist on my ipod. What are some of your favorite tunes to sweat to? :music:

By any chance are you on Ursadiol? I noticed back pain too and started reading the side effects for each of my meds. The Ursadiol (for prevention of gallstones I think) has a warning that back pain is one of the side effects. Just a thought..... Hope you find relief soon!

I'm another one who had to keep their drain in for a week post op. It wasn't painful and I didn't have any pain associated with it....it was tender but I wouldn't say painful. I think it was more annoying than anything. After a day or two I got used to tucking the bulb of the drain into my pants and went on with things...really no big deal. I guess everyone's journey is different! :-)

Oh boy...I was SO nervous the day I was sleeved!! I was brought into the room where they do all of their work before the actual surgery, changed into my glam gown and seriously considered leaving. I kept thinking that I must've lost my mind for choosing this. I told the nurse about my fears and she quickly seemed to say all of the right things. My husband was brought back and we waited (tears and all lol). There was an emergent case that was pushed ahead of us so our wait time was extended a bit. I was offered something to calm me down but I'm such a control freak, I didn't want to be "out of control" before I had to be. Finally the anesthesiologist came in and was just wonderful. It's amazing how some drs and nurses know exactly what to do or say to make you feel at ease. Anyway, I was given something through my IV and I was told that it was the "forget me" drug. I remember being wheeled out of that little room, I remember telling my husband that I'd see him in a bit, I remember a little about the operating room. I remember moving myself from the stretcher to the bed and I remember a few nurses standing around. I have no memory of the gas mask or whatever they used to actually knock me out. It seemed like my eyes went blurry and my hearing sort of left before I actually went to asleep...but even that seems fuzzy to me know so dont hold me to it lol. I was VERY nervous about the waking up in recovery part. I had never had surgery so I had no idea what to expect. I was scared that I would wake up in a panic or in a lot of pain. Neither happened. I really have very little memory of recovery...maybe a glimpse of a dr working on my chart...but really nothing. My first real memory was me being wheeled to my room and that was only because they would warn me if there were bumps in the hallway or bumps coming off the elevator. I was brought back to my room around 4p or 5p and I dozed most of the evening. I think my first lap around the hospital floor was around 9p or 10p. I was given the pca pump and I did use it throughout the night as needed but I only used it that night. By the next morning i was surprised how good I felt. Yes I was sore and yes I knew that something had been done to me, but it was so bad that I needed to stay in bed drugged. I walked a lot and I preferred sitting in my chair rather than the bed. I had to stay in the hospital 2 nights but really feel like I could've come home after 1. I know you'll do just fine and now I almost feel silly for being as scared as I was. Good luck to you! Kristin

I think 25lbs in 7 weeks is GREAT!!! From what I've read, we all lose at a different rate. I was sleeved on 10/18 and I'm right at 30lbs....slow, fast, right on track....I don't care, it's 30lbs GONE! :-) Keep doing what your doing and celebrate your loss! :-)

I only had to see my nut once prior to surgery..the psych once too. I will tell you this though. I started out with a different surgeon when I first started my journey. Different doctor and even a different hospital. I went to two or three appointments and everytime I left the office I had the same sort of feeling you described. My dr was also very monotone and didnt really seemed interested in me as a patient (in fact my pre-op appt was all of 10 mins and he described it as only a check off the insurance requirement list!). I finally decided to find another dr. I couldnt fully trust this other man and couldn't imagine putting my life into his hands. I am so happy I changed and for me it was the right decision. I'm not sure if changing drs is an option, if it isn't, I agree with feedyoureye...Speak Up!! This is too important to not feel 100% comfortable :-) Good luck to you!

I was so worried about this! I was sleeved on 10/18 and I have a 2yr old. My husband took the first 2 weeks off and took over all baby duties....took a little gettin' used to but really so thankful for his help! At my 2wk follow up my dr told me that he wasn't going to tell me I couldn't pick up my child but he really wanted me to limit it. He said to at least give him 4 weeks before I dove back in. Listen to your dr and your body and you'll be just fine. :-) Good luck to you!

I'm on iron and still find myself cold! lol I figure, if that's the worst thing I have to deal with in exchange for a new and healthy me...I'LL TAKE IT! :regular_smile:

I walked into the room wearing a pair of jeans I hadn't been able to wear in, dare I say years?? I got an unprompted, "WOW!" from my husband! It was the best feeling!!

Out of the whole ordeal, I think this was my biggest complaint!! I think I was about 2 weeks maybe 2 1/2. I found that if i tucked 1 or 2 pillows behind me on one side, I could sort of fake it enough to feel like I was on my side. Don't worry...wont be long!

Good question! I was sleeved almost a month ago and I've only been walking too. My dr told me to wait a while before I returned to Zumba. He suggested water aerobics....I don't know....might be ok.

What a great post!! Thank you!!! I will be 4wks post op in just a few days and while I feel like I'm in the swing of things, I learned a lot from your post. Very excited to get back to eating salads (who would've ever thought that? lol) and the spinach one you listed sounds wonderful!!

That's awesome! I joined MFP not long ago and have been trying to learn it and use it as a tool along with my new sleeve. It's great to see that the tracking really does help!! My screen name on MFP is his2my2our4...would love to have supportive sleevers in my corner! Kristin

I was sleeved 10/18 and I think the best advice I can give is not to overdue it too soon. I have a 2yr old, 10 yr old and 13 yr old and I tried to get back into the ol' routine a little to fast. Bending will feel awkward and will feel tender...getting help with laundry was a huge help. I agree with the others, don't worry at first about getting all of your liquids and protein in. Sip what you can and walk when you can and you'll be fine. Good luck to you!!!

What a great idea! My id is his2my2our4

Congrats on such a great recovery! My dr is another one who moves to soft foods faster than some. After 3 days of clear fluids I was moved to pureed/softs...and have done just fine. I've read so many different post op diet plans...it's strange that there isnt one totally right way. Listen to your dr and your body and you'll be just fine :-)

I was sleeved 3 weeks tomorrow....time has flown by!! Things have been great! Recovery wasn't too bad. I had my pain meds filled but never used them once I was discharged from the hospital. Aside from a couple of sleepless nights (I'm a side/stomach sleeper) I really had no complaints. My dr was one of the ones who moved to purees 3 days after discharge so I never really got sick of the fluids. Now I'm regular foods and adjusting fine. The biggest thing is the chewing....stopping isnt an issue because my body tells me when enough is enough. I've found myself with so much more energy and I feel healthier..already!! Down 32.4lbs and couldn't be happier!!

I almost backed out several times.....your fears are totally normal! This is a big decision but I feel certain that once it's over and you are healed you will be so glad you did it! I was sleeved on 10/18 and I've never been so sure of anything...ever! Breathe deep and forge ahead! ♥

YES! An eggface cookbook is exactly what I need!! I haven't tried myfitnesspal but I'm going to check that out..sounds helpful! :-)

Congrats and good luck!! :-)

I didn't shower until I came home either. I had packed things like a things to fix my hair, a little make up, a book and my ipod. I used none of it! Take the time to rest and when you're not resting you'll be sipping or walking. Good luck to you!!!

I've read on here how so many of you love your sleeves...when will I love mine? lol I was sleeved on 10/18 and I don't regret it, no buyers remorse, but I don't love it...not yet anyways. I am on pureed foods and I'm enjoying having tastes and flavors again (as opposed to the liquid only phase) and I can see how down the road this will be an awesome tool. I just wonder, how long before you guys fell in love with your pouches? While I'm thinking about it, how long did it take you to get the hang of feeding yourself and your families without making seperate dinners? Thanks everyone! ♥