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I'm almost 4 weeks out and my sleeve loves everything I've introduced to her....but she's also tired of the same o, same o....and so are my tastebuds... eggs applesauce popsicles broth mash potatoes cheese sticks pureed tuna (had 1 can since surgery) pureed chicken (had 1 serving since surgery) Protein shakes ( have only had 3 since surgery) Protein drinks (have only had 4 since surgery Water crystal lite (can't stand the taste anymore)

I'm glad I found this question. I was told not to drink caffeine as a part of my lifestyle change......BUT today I just wanted a cup of DD coffee. I had a medium 3 sugars with cream. I could only drink 1/4 of the cup, but it didn't bother me at all. I won't make it a habit, but girrrrrrrrllllllllllllllllllll it was good. The only thing I think I noticed was a little gas/cramps (so I assumed it was gas) in my tummy which didn't last long. I'll drink a bottle of water to push it through. Blessings2u--bj

Congrats!! Looking forward to getting there myself-Blessings2u--bj

I took a couple of strips while in the hospital and a few since coming home mostly when I felt a little gassy. Blessings2u--bj

It took me 2 days after getting out of the hospital (so on day 6 after surgery).......perhaps all bodies are different. I put a little benefiber power in my soup a few days ago and it made me go so much it scared me. I think from this point on, I'm going to let mother nature take its course-------unless I really have to take drastic measures. Blessings2u--bj

I am 11 days out and I'm hardly getting in any protein. I tried a shake I loved prior to surgery, but now...it is awful!. I have tasteless unjury and I put a little in my broth and applesauce, but that's not much. I tried a powered shake and it comes across as being very thick.....which also turns me off. I know it's only almost 2 weeks, but I am feeling a little week, so I know I've got to figure this out. Perhaps during my week 3 once I can have eggs, all will be right with the world. I'm also looking forward to having grits with a little unjury added. Like I keep saying, this is really a process. Blessings2u--bj

Congratulations! I was sleeved Nov 9th. The best decision I ever made (short of marrying my husband). I too did major research, mostly via YouTube and that's where I found my confidence to move forward. I have no regrets---only that I wish I had done it sooner. Blessing2u--bj

I had my 1st post-op surgeon's visit yesterday. My surgeon mentioned that our pouches will stretch over time. The thing we have to do is be portion conscience. He said in the beginning since we are healing of course it's small, put as we go through our stages, the stretching occurs. We just must to clear on how much we are eating---1st protein, 2nd veggies and last starch. If we stay full, then we won't stretch. Blessings2u--bj

You are definitely in my prayers!!! Trust in the Lord with all your heart---understand that he loves you and has great plans for you. JUST TRUST!!! Blessings2u--BJ

Bless right now in the name of Jesus. Touch the mind and hands of each surgeon, nurse and caretaker. Allow no hurt, harm or danger to come to my friend. I pray for minimal pain, minimal gas and no mishaps. She will return home as scheduled, and her recovery will be an easy one. In the name of Jesus I pray. Blessings2u--BJ

This is a great post. I'm 8 days out and of course I'm limited to water/crystal light and broths. Today however, I've been released to yogurt, applesauce...things like that. My taste buds are so sensitive and so is my sense of smell. I'm beginning to hate the taste of splenda----but for the next month, I'm following the plan set for me. Failing this tool is not an option. Blessings2u--BJ

Congratuations!!! I was also sleeved on Nov 9th! Came home from the hospital today. Feeling pretty good----the worst thing going on right now is that I can feel everything going through my stomach. Tell me this lasts only a few days?

I'm 45 and scheduled to be sleeved Nov 9th! On my day 7 of my 14 day pre-op liquid diet. You are going to love this community. Welcome & Blessings2u--BJ

I found out yesterday that I'm scheduled for 12:30 Nov 9th. I have to be at the hospital by 10:30. They say it will take 2-3 hours to be sleeved. About 1 1/2 hours in recovery and I'll be released Thursday by 12:30. My liquid diet has been been ok. I'm remaining focused and determined to make my surgery as easy as possible. Does anybody think that there is a difference in pain/gas with those who have the pre-op liquid diet and those who don't?--Blessings2u--BJ

They also requested my 2 year weight after they received my paperwork. Aetna called my surgeon contact, she gave it to them, and they gave her my approval code ----3 business days. You got this!!! Think positive. Blessings2u--BJ

Aetna, my insurance company requires a 90 waiting/evaluation period. Nothing could be submitted until then. After that, I was approved in 3 business days. Scheduled to be sleeved Nov 9th. I'll be praying for your approval. Blessings2u--BJ

I purchases Unjury no flavor tub and I plan to sprinkle on my eggs when I'm at that stage. Right now I add it to Crystal Light and it really does not have a taste. Blessings2u--BJ

work it sista girl!!! I can't wait until I get to this part of my transformation. Counting the days until Nov 9th!!!--Blessings2u--BJ

from what I read and experienced, every test you have to have was a requirement form my insurance. I only had a 3 month waiting period with mandatory evaluations (psychologist, nutritionist, blood work, sleep study, Upper GI, 3 monthly surgeon visits, 2 year weight history, primary care Dr. clearance------now that I'm approved, I have to endure the pre-op testing (blood work, ekg and chest xray). Don't get discouraged. Find out exactly what your insurance requires. I'm sure all is normal and brings you closer to an approval code. Blessings2u--BJ

I got that too and was thinking the same thing. Glad you asked the question. Now I'll wait for the answer with you. I love me some cheese but don't want to waste my money if it's nasty. Blessings2u--BJ

I love this question. I remember specifically asking my nutritionist about what counted as a liquid. She said "everything that's a liquid" (LOL)----seriously, she said my protein shakes, crystal lights, water, (which is pretty much all I drink) counted toward my daily intake. I'm not sleeved yet---but this is the type of questions that really help us out. Thanks family--Blessings2u--BJ

I went through the EXACT same thing with Aetna. That was the last piece they wanted from my surgeon. The nurse practitioner gave it to them and I was approved in minutes. HAVE NO FEAR. As long as everything else is in compliance----you will be approved. My surgery is Nov 9th--Blessings2u--BJ

Congratulations!! You are well on you way. You will have your consultation and I will be sleeved on Nov 9th. All the best to you. Blessings2u--BJ

this is great!

Hello all, i didn't know exactly where to post this information so here goes. I have decided that since I am being sleeved Nov 9th that I want to donate the balance of my clothes to someone now if they can use them. I currently have size 3x,2x, 30-28-26-24-22. I am more than happy to donate, but since I'm about to go out on disability, I can't afford to pay for shipping. If you are interested please contact me. Otherwise I will have my hubby take them to a shelter or to Good Will. Blessings2u-BJ