Karen B45

I was sleeved 3/15 by Dr. Kelly. I think he did a fabulous job, and the medical care was very good. I would go back to him.

My sister told me that the first six weeks were the worst and then things started to get easier. I don't know, I was hoping to lose more in my first month, but I am making progress so I am glad about that. I think it gets better, you just have to give it time. I was not at all hungry for the first three weeks, but that does get better. As for things not tasting good, I hear you. But a lot of people talk about that, how food tastes different after you are sleeved. Hang in there, it will get better.

My surgeon told me that I could start back with one cup right away, but I am trying to kick caffiene so haven't gone back to it. I have enough trouble getting all my Water in, coffee would just not help with that whole necessity. I have to tell you though, there are mornings when I REALLY could use some.

I am three weeks post op today. I am not down an entire size (yet), but my work pants are definitely getting big and so are my shoes, which is the oddest thing ever. I have also gotten comments about looking like I am losing weight, which I LOVE! I don't have any pain, I am sorry to hear one of your incisions is still sore, that would suck. I did have some issues the second week after my surgery with my one incision, but that seems to have cleared up. RE: Protein, I drink three shakes a day, and each of them has 20 grams of protein, so I know I am getting enough in. I am also using myfitnesspal.com, where I track everything I eat so that I can ensure I have gotten everything in I need to. You might want to check it out, it's free and pretty easy to use. Anyway congrats to us!

I was going to say...I have worked in HR for twenty years and we usually offer a severance package that includes health insurance for a period of time. It depends on the size of the company, etc. But yes, as long as her company has the minimum number of people required, she will be able to get COBRA if nothing else. Also about the time off...I took two weeks of work, but like the other poster, I feel I could have come back sooner. I did, however, get pretty tired, but I have an understanding boss, and I have a desk job so was able to transition pretty well. I think if you did your surgery on a Thursday, and had Friday/the weekend/Monday to recover, you might be able to go back Tuesday. But again, it depends on the kind of work you do and how your surgery goes, I also had a very positive post op recovery. Good luck! Keep us posted.

Who is on my fitness pal? Would love to find some people that are using the site as well for motivation. I am also kbs1010 there if you want to add me as a friend...

Who is on my fitness pal? Would love to find some people that are using the site as well for motivation. I am also kbs1010 there if you want to add me as a friend...

That's a great suggestion thank you so much. I couldn't believe how much that the milk upset my stomach. Cha Cha is right though, a lot of people on here have discussed having issues with milk, and I guess I didn't make the connection to myself until it happened! I will definitely get some when I am at the store tomorrow....my strawberry

Ok March sleevers, I was sleeved on 3/15. I was on a clear broth/Gatorade/yogurt diet until Thursday..I went back to work and needed more energy so started my protein shakes. So now I am on protein shakes and yogurt...the question I have is I tried making my shake with skim milk this morning and it's giving me terrible heartburn....what are you eating? I have seen a lot of people sleeved around the same time I was who seem to have moved on to more foods...anyway, just kind of wanting to check and see what others were eating.

I just had a cup of Unjury chicken soup for lunch and I ate the whole thing, no problem, and I am 13 days out from my surgery. I am going to avoid carbs, because that is a very slippery slope that I just dont' want to get on, but I, like you, have no problem getting a lot of liquid in. I think we need to feel fortunate that it's going so well for us.

I am so sorry to hear you are having so many difficulties. I am sending lots of prayers and positive vibes that it gets easier.

I am sorry you had such a rough 24 hours....my first 24 hours were ok besides my sister harassing me to get up and walk around! I haven't thrown up at all, fortunately. I am glad to hear you are feeling so much better!

I am also a proud Dr. Kelly patient.

I had to laugh when I read what you wrote about TJ. I NEVER want to go back there. I spent no time wandering around, I stayed at the hospital and hotel, and I guess I actually did go to the mall, which was in a nice part of town and fine, I felt safe but geez it's ugly there. I told someone -- you can really see why they consider Mexico a third world country when you go there. But I didn't go there for tourism, so it's all good. I just found it funny that someone else had the same reaction to it I did!

You know what...it seems like it takes FOREVER to get here, and then the last two days go by super fast. Or at least that's what happened with me. I just couldn't WAIT to be on the other side, and now I am so glad I am. But it will go by fast and then you will be on this side with the rest of us on the losers bench.

I was sleeved on March 15th, and actually go back to work this Wednesday. The other guy who was down there being sleeved by me at the same time was going back to work the day after he came home. I don't know. I honestly have sat here and thought I could be back at work a few days last week, however, I don't know if I would have been able to go back the day after getting home. I was feeling awesome in Mexico and then the plane flight home took a lot out of me for whatever reason. But I definitely think I could have been back at my work by the third day after my return home. But I have a desk job. If you have a job that requires a lot of walking or lifting, I am not sure that's a good idea, I still can't lift heavy things without a twinge.

Dr. Kelly is super sweet. I never would have known he was a surgeon based on his attitude (you know how most of them are very pompous). He spends as much time with you as you need, and he even came and had dinner/hung out with myself and the other sleever that was there at the same time as I was this month. Really blew me away how down to earth and friendly he was. Although (I keep saying this) I think he did an excellent job with my surgery. I was up that night, no nausea, and my incisions are small and healing quite well. It's very much a family business -- you will get to meet his son, he goes around with Dr. Kelly quite a bit in the evening when he is doing patient visits, and his wife is the driver, and Ana his assistant comes with her (the wife doesn't speak a lot of people) and they are just all super people who want you to feel comfortable and relaxed/happy. Honestly, I received care from all of them that I wouldn't expect here in the age of rushed inpersonal medical care. Dr. Kelly's wife is also a nurse -- and a very good one. I had an allergic reaction at the hotel and she came right over (at 10 pm on a Saturday night) and took care of me. Excellent care. No my allergic reaction had nothing to do with my surgery, it was own own mistake on another medication I take that I brought with me. Anyway, I think you will like all of them.

I was sleeved by Dr. Kelly on March 15th. I did have someone with me, but I think I would have been fine by myself. Dr. Kelly's wife and his assistant Ana drive you, and take you wherever you want to go. They are both very nice. Dr. Kelly visits frequently, as does Ana. I honestly don't think you would have a problem. Most of the nurses at the hospital speak English, I didn't have a problem communicating at all when I needed things myself. I took my sister b/c I was afraid that I wouldn't be able to communicate, etc., but that problem really just didn't arise for me at all. Not trying to sell you, but I had a very positive experience in terms of the people -- Dr. Kelly, Ana and his wife, and the nurses at the hospital. Knowing what I know now, I would go by myself if I was going to go again. Hope that helps.

I was sleeved by Dr. Kelly March 15th. I did the clear diet three days before, and ate broth, apple juice, and yogurt. A lot of bullion. It was funny b/c I was not reading things right and was drinking the Protein shakes on the third day out and went back to read my stuff and found out I was supposed to be doing the clear thing .... and freaked out and sent Dr. Kelly an email to make sure it would be ok! He said it was totally fine to just stop at that point, which I did. When I got there, his wife who does the driving and Ana took me to a really nice Mexican restaurant where I had broth. It was one of the neat parts of my trip...anyway, I stayed mostly on those things before my surgery. I am very excited for you! I know you will love Dr. Kelly, he is a great surgeon. I am very pleased with how I am healing. Keep me posted!

I don't know how much I lost...I didn't pay attention to how much I weighed at the hospital. During my three days, I ate broth, yogurt, apple juice, that kind of thing. I actually (hate to admit this) only ended up doing it two days b/c I thought I was supposed to be on the Protein shakes, so was drinking those on my first day. My surgeon said my liver was an ok size -- I made a point to ask b/c I was nervous about it, but I think it is mostly clear things. Yogurt to the best of my knowledge (at least with my surgeon) is allowed.

I know you both will do great tomorrow. I can't find the post somoeone dud about what did you do the last day before your surgery...well I flew to Mexico, checked in to the hotel and ate some broth in a Mexican restaraunt. Then watched the only English tv channel the hospital offered. I don't know, I think by the time you get to the day before you are just so READY to be done and have had your surgery so you can get started. You will both be great, and I hope you are both having a great day. I will be sending lots of prayers and positive thoughts tomorrow!

Good to hear everything is going so well! Keep us posted!

I am six days out, also very liquid. I figure that is because of what we are eating, I would rather have that brandy's problem!

I can't believe you are already eating so many more types of foods! I was told Clear Liquids, etc. for two weeks following my surgery, and you are my sleeve sister, we had surgery the same day. I am SO JEALOUS! I also have no problem eating my Jello, or drinking quite a bit without hinderance. I also get the gas thing...I was thinking that might be because I was eating too fast? You go! I might have to venture into Protein shakes at a week now I know it's going so easily for you.....

I had my surgery last Thursday, and I have to agree with everyone...it gets better. I was literally at the mall shopping Saturday night when I had my surgery on Thursday. I think the moving around does help...but at the same time, you need to not overdo it, but get moving, it does help. I hope you feel better soon. Six days out and I feel pretty good...just still sleeping a lot and taking it easy. It will get better, and we are here for you!