Krista

Thank you so, so much everyone! It's been quite an experience, that's for sure! This was my first ever surgery, as well as my first ever time flying, so I was a massive bundle of nerves leading up to surgery day, but I'm so glad I went through with it. The board has been such a huge help, it's so great to be among a great bunch of people who know exactly what I'm going through. Thanks again!!

Hi everyone! Yesterday was my 3 month surgiversary I was sleeved by dr. Ponce de leon in Tijuana on May 10th, and each month on the 10th my hubby takes pictures to compare the my progress, just wanted to share the latest with you! I am so, so happy that I made the decision to make the trip to Tijuana! Here I am on the morning of surgery, 371 lbs And here I am this morning, three months later and about 69 lbs lighter! My apologies if they are a little on the big side, haven't figured out how to resize things! Have a fantastic weekend everyone!!

Thanks! It's still a work in progress, but I try to put my fork down in between bites and really pay attention to chewing well. I haven't been measuring like I should, but I would say I can eat about 4-5 ounces or so.

I was sleeved a little earlier in May, on the 10th. I am down almost 65 lbs (started at 371) My biggest challenge has been slowing down while eating. I used to eat so, so quickly, and it's been hard to break a lifelong habit.

I tried the Twisted Cherry flavor, and used that for quite a while. I also bought the Carribean Cooler and Lemonade flavors, but never even tried them. Sort of kicking myself now, since I am unable to return them

Hi there! I had my surgery with Dr Ponce on May 10th, and everything went wonderful! Even though like it was mentioned, he doesn't speak much English, he was still very kind and patient. I was a bundle of nerves on the morning I had my surgery, and both he and Trish reassured me that everything was going to be fine. They were absolutely right on Some of the nurses don't speak a whole lot of English either, but they understand when you are in pain or feeling nauseated, and are very quick to respond to anything that you may need. I'd reccommend him to anyone!

Another of Dr. Ponce's patients here! I travelled from eastern Canada to TJ, had never been on a plane before and had never had surgery of any kind before. Trish helped calm my nerves and any concerns I had, and was amazing through the entire process. Dr. Ponce and the staff at INT were awesome as well, and I would recommend them to anyone!

Congrats!! I don't know if I could've gotten through all of this without Trish, she's the best!!

It seems as thought May 10th was a popular day! I was also sleeved on the 10th, and as of last Tuesday, am down 26.5 lbs since surgery. I seem to be stuck since then, but I go back to my doctor to get weighed and have my first batch of bloodwork done next Monday, so I'll know for sure then. Sharon, you have another facebook add!

I think that's another problem that I have. When I do feel pretty good and get out for some activity, I tend to do too much and come back in to sack out on the couch. For instance, I was feeling ok a little earlier and went out to work with one of my horses a little bit. I didn't even do too much with him, just lunged him (had him working around me in a circle while I stand mostly still) but that still zapped every bit of energy I had. I do take a childrens gummy multivitamin (by recommendation of the pharmacist) and a calcium/vit D chew twice a day, and a B12 in the mornings. I'm glad to hear that it will improve eventually, thanks everyone!

Hi everyone. I was just wondering about energy levels. My surgery was on May 10th, and I am on my first official day of full liquids (although I did try a soup yesterday) My energy level has been very, very low. I was just wondering at what point should I start to feel better? Right now I feel as though I could sleep for a month. I've been trying to get my water and some protein in, and have been getting about 30-40 grams of protein (as instructed on my clear diet) Please tell me this gets better!

Thanks Lissa, it's good to know that this will pass! I think another part of my problem is that I haven't taken my antidepressants since the day before surgery (last Wednesday) I'll start back on them tomorrow morning when I take the rest of my medications and hopefully things will start looking up

Oh my goodness, that sounds delicious! I can't wait to try it!

Hi everyone. I am a week out from my surgery and doing pretty well for the most part. I am having difficulties getting my liquids and protein in (I'm getting in about 50 oz of water, and probably 30 grams of protein) I'm still on the clear liquid phase, so I have been playing around with adding unflavored Unjury to crystal light and chicken broth. Can't exactly say that I'm a huge fan. I'm now starting to second guess myself, wondering if this was the right thing to do. Is this a normal phase to go through at this point? I am already down 26 lbs since a week and a half before surgery so that's nice to see, I'm just having a hard time mentally.