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Hi Newmommy05, MB20mom is right! Right now you should be resting and trying to stay hydrated. I tried to at least get as much protien in the form of liquid as possible. But right now you are still swollen. Don't worry about the weightloss....it will come automatically. The sleeve is great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Good luck.

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congratulations!!! Are you having your surgery in the States? I don't know what you should bring if you are going out of the country? I brought slippers, a robe, chapstick, large panties (you are so swollen afterwards), a bra that did not have underwire, and a comfortable outfit to wear home. I am pretty sure others will give you some other suggestions just in case I forgot something. You will do fine tomorrow. They kept telling me but I didn't hear them because I was so scared...but being on the other side...the sleeved side is wonderful!!!!!

I am now 9 days post surgery. I, too, was regreting the surgery when I first got home. I was crying that I had made a bad decision. Around the fifth day, I started to love my decision. The pain started to subside, I could get more down without being in pain, and started to see the pounds drop. Give it time. I was just there last week. Listen to what the Veteran Sleevers are telling you. It will get better.

Thank you Laura and Schatzie. I will ofcourse drink more water. I have an appointment with the doctor in two hours. I will check with him. Thank you.

Thanks Tiffany. I see the doctor tomorrow so I will see what he says. Yes, I did a liquid diet prior to surgery. I am grateful that I am not in any discomfort. I will keep you posted. Thanks again Tiffany.

I had sleeve surgery on Jan. 19th and I know this is too much information, but I haven't had a bowel movement since before surgery. It is now the 27th of Jan. !!!!! My question to you all is: 1. Can I drink Prune juice one week out from surgery? 2. Can I take a stool softener? 3. Do you think I need more Water intake? I am having difficulty meeting my minimum daily intake of fluids. Help. Thank you all in advance.

Best wishes to you both!

Welcome!! Our stories and weight are almost identical. I had my surgery the day before you. Let's keep in touch to give each other encouragement.

Tiffany, Wow! I would POed also. Like everyone else said, "Don't let this one event change how you feel". Everyone has an opinion. You continue to do your research and if you feel comfortable...then go for it. This is you trying to be happy for become healthier. I would really talk to my parents. I think that was unfair for them to share your business with the rest of the family. Betrayl!!! Good luck to you. Word for thought.....If we did what others wanted us to do all the time....we would just be boring puppets.

Congratulations Grateful Heart!!! What an inspiration you are. I will be praying for you on the 5th. what is a "dh"??

Congratulations!!!! Not having to take diabetic medications is a huge accomplishment. Excellent job!

Congratulations. I am glad to hear that you are doing better.

Great pic! I needed to see that right now!! Thank you so much for sharing. That was really cool.

Congratulations!!! Sounds like you did great. I am a newbie on the "losers bench" too. Welcome fellow newbie!

Thank you all for the prayers and support. I had the surgery here in California, so the only travel was less than 10 miles. The rain was ridiculous, but we needed it.

Thank you all! I am having a real difficult time at home but I know each day it will get better. The sipping all day is so frustrating. Will it ever go away? The frustrating part?

Thank you all for your many thoughts and prayers. I am home sipping and walking. This is a big adjustment, but I know I can do it. I am ready to see the pounds fall. :scared0:

I just wanted to let my VST family know that I was sleeved yesterday. I am still in the hospital and should be going home tomorrow. I have learned so much from all if you! You all have helped so much. I will keep u posted.

Thank you Lee and Ruby!!!

Barbara, I am so happy you and Brenda made it there safely. I will be praying for you both tonight along with my prayers for me. I can't wait to chat with you both when we are all on the Post-Op side. Talk to you both soon.

Thank you Tiff and Mini-Me also!!!!

Thank you Marci! That was so sweet. I will keep everyone posted. Thanks for the encouragement.

I now have less than 24 hours to be sleeved!!! I am scheduled for surgery tomorrow at 11:45a.m. PST. I am now a bundle of nerves!!!!!!!!! Help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you all for your input. I have one more day.