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You did what a lot of us do in trying to be well prepared for all of the changes post-op. Unfortunately you (and I) didn't believe that our taste buds would undergo such a radical change. I actually enjoyed my chocolate protein shakes before surgery and now the thought of them makes me ill. I've got a ton of them that I'll probably just throw away. Take heed, all you pre op newbies.... don't invest in anything until you have tried it after your surgery or you'll be in the same boat. BTW, it may be difficult to return the items because I'm not sure if it's legal for your NUT or doctor's office to resell food items after they have been sold.

I've been sleeved since 3/28/12 and I'm currently eating 1/3 - 1/2 cup size meals. At the end of a meal I am full, but it is an uncomfortable feeling of fullness and not the satisfying feeling of contentment I used to feel after a meal. I am not overeating and the discomfort I am experiencing is not really pain, it is just an achy feeling of fullness and not the same pleasant feeling as before. Am I making sense????? I know my capacity is going to increase eventually to about 1 - 1 1/2 cups which is fine with me. A 1 1/2 cup meal would be like gorging at an all-you-can-eat buffet, now! My question is will that old, satisfied feeling of contentment after enjoying a good meal ever return or is that a thing of the past and never to return? I hope this is a temporary thing... Thanks for any insight you might be able to provide and I hope I was able to explain myself.

Naaaaah, you're fine. A little sugar isn't going to ruin your day. My doc actually told me to take in a little sugar in my early post op stages to give me an energy boost. It helped.

You should be around the pureed or mushy foods stage around now. If it's not comfortable for you then back off to pureed/liquids until you are. Don't try anything solid, yet. Fluid intake is an absolute must and you need to drink 48-64 ozs. every day. All liquids count, not just water. Protein is important, but not as much so as fluids. Go for 60 gr. of protein daily and you should be fine. Most discomfort comes when you push yourself and overfill your sleeve. Read, read, read the posts on this forum... there is a wealth of info. learn your sleeve and don;t abuse it w/ too much of anything too fast. You have a lot to learn, but you have time. Best of luck.

The time will pass quickly as you educate yourself and start making the lifestyle changes that you will need to put into place to ensure that yours is a successful journey. Be prepared to undergo the myriad of emotions that we all did before surgery and whenever the "d" word (doubt) pops up, just remember your commitment to yourself and your kids. This forum can be your best friend as you read success story after success story and gather important information from all of us losers here.. Your success story is next. Don't fool yourself, tho, this is a significant undertaking and not one to be taken lightly. Your positive attitude will pull you through the "dark" times and take you back into the light. God bless you and we are all right at your side, cheering you on.

I was sleeved no 3/28 and have lost 21 lbs. You are right on track and in the ballpark with the rest of us. Kick back, relax and enjoy your journey.

I couldn't agree with your philosophy more! As long as we aren't trying to defeat our sleeves by eating the wrong stuff, it IS going to work.

Recommendations vary, but I would say a reasonable goal for being 16 days out would be 60-80 grams daily.

Welcome! Read, ask questions and learn all about this amazing process. Welcome, again.

Enviably normal. It took me an extra week to get to soft foods. Way to go!

My thoughts exactly.

Wear what you want to wear home and pack almost nothing. Your stay will be very short and your needs will be taken care of by the hospital.

All normal, but temporary. Tiny sips, tiny bites and learning your sleeve are part of the recipe for minimizing discomfort. It gets better.

Long distance travel immediately after surgery is not going to be enjoyable, so I don't think it's going to be a vacation for you. I think it's doable, but it will not be enjoyable. I would fly.

I am 3 weeks post-op and today is the first day I have actually felt "normal." Now, I haven't felt badly for the past 3 weeks, but I've not been up to sorts. My main complaints have been that my energy level has been low and my ability to focus on complex matters has not been up to par. Today, tho, was a real milestone for me and really the first day that I woke up, ready to face the day. I'm 65 years old, too, so my ability to rebound is not the same as that of a younger person. I do have to say that I may have fared better had I done a better job of keeping myself hydrated and nourished with protein the first couple of weeks. My surgeon says that mine is a normal case and the symptoms described above to be expected. Every case is different and your mileage may vary. As to not being able to drink at the register, I would think that any conscientious, responsible employer would allow you to do so if your request was supported by a doctor's note.

Pancakes and waffles are not among the ideal menu choices for sleevers.

I take 2 Prilosec a day and Tums as needed.

Your incision pain will go away soon. Congratulations.

Probably most of us. Water is most important now, keep working at protein. It WILL get better so don't get impatient. (Easy for me to say, huh?)

I'm not ashamed of it but it is a controversial subject, especially among average weight people. They just won't understand because their attitude is "just eat less." I will be more than happy to discuss my journey with someone else who might benefit from it, but that's it. Why risk being judged by anyone for something I've done that's harmless to others and none of their business? The gossip / rumor mill is a nasty, vicious circle and it's always looking for fresh meat.

Don't listen to your mood, be realistic. It is simply not possible to lose 67 pounds and not be any different. You may be gaining is muscle mass, which is more dense and heavy than fat. There is an explanation, and - whatever it is - it is positive. I just know you're going to wake up one moring in the near future, look in the mirror and say "Wow!" Like so many other things in this program, this is just a phase.

For many it could be a lifetime requirement. 50% of all heartburn sufferers are asymptomatic. I never had symptoms but my voice would become very hoarse all of a sudden because of the acidity. Be careful.

You're going to blink your eyes once and it will be over! Anesthetized sleep is different than normal sleep because you wake up with no concept of elapsed time. Best of luck, we're all on the loser's bench for the winning team, rooting you on!

Methinks we are all "drastic" people. Achieving goals previously thought to be impossible must be the best! Congrats.

It's difficult training your eyes not to be larger than your sleeve. The portions we are eating are amazingly small and the slightest amount you eat that puts you past the "satisfied" mark puts you in peril of serious discomfort. Don't eat what looks right, eat what feels right!