timetobefree

WOW! Seriously, you look like a completely different person. I can usually see the person in their 'before', but you don't look at all the same. And I mean that as a giant compliment! You are such an inspiration for us baby sleevers - thanks for sharing your story!

I hate to be the negative nelly, but I have to be honest. I've had 5 abdominal surgeries - gall bladder out, c-section, band in, band out, and now sleeved. This was by far the worst pain I've ever had from surgery. I'd never even used pain meds post op (literally none - not even in recovery) until my sleeve, and I was begging and crying every 3 hours for more drugs. I was in the hospital for five days. I did have a very severe incarcerated hernia fixed this time (I had a hiatal hernia with the band in), which is likely contributing to a big chunk of the pain. But this has been way rougher than I was anticipating.

5'10" Highest weight - 374 lbs - size 28W/30W bottoms and 3x tops Today's weight - 295 lbs - size 22W bottoms and 1x tops

Hi! I was sleeved 11/9, so I am 8 days post-op. I was on liquids for the first week and now mushies/purees for the next three weeks. Today I had scrambled eggs, cheese, chicken salad, and hummus, and it all went well. I went very slow, max 2 T. at each meal, but no pain, no nausea, and no vomiting. My recovery has been much slower than I anticipated. I still get tired very easily and just have no energy. I can't wait to feel normal again. It'll be worth it in the end!

I'm 8 days post-op and I am also hungry. I've been reassured that for some people it takes a few weeks, up to 4 or 5, to feel full. But everyone promises that it will happen. And I am holding them to it! Hang in there!

Just an update, in case anyone is reading. pureed foods have gone really well for me today. So far, I've had the following: The eggs from this morning chicken salad made with canned chicken & mayo on top of club crackers Fresh mozzarella Babybel cheese Hummus Either I have a sleeve of steel already or he forgot to take my stomach out, because it is going really well! I stop when I feel the first sign of pressure, which is usually after about 2 T. of food. Additionally, I've had 64 oz of Water so far.

I'm a week out and have been hungry more than not. I know it's not head hunger, as I had a band for 2+ years, and I know what it's like to not be hungry. Rest assured, I've been told over and over again that for many of us, it'll take a month until our bodies regulate. Yes, that month will suck, but then it'll be much better! I've been promised, and I'm holding those folks to their promises! I just started purees today, and so far, still hungry, but I will let you know how it goes. Hang in there!

Torodol is a beautiful drug and will help immensely! According to my doc, you have to have a break after 24 hours on it, as it is hard on the kidneys, but you can get a second round after that break if you need. I was also on Demerol, as I had a very serious incarcerated hernia. Demerol is also a very beautiful drug. First pain reliever that's not caused me to vomit, and I think I am in love! LOL Today is 1 week since surgery, and I have felt about 500% better the past 24 hours. I still get very tired very quickly. I've been back to work since Wednesday (working from home); I wish I could have taken off some more time, but it is crunch time on the project I am on, and it just wasn't feasible. I just try to pace myself throughout the day. Unfortunately, I have a sick kid home with me today. She is vomiting, and I swear, I better not catch it from her! Oh, and I had my first pureed food this morning - scrambled eggs. SOOOO GOOOOD!

Well, so far, so good with my first puree! I very softly scrambled one egg, 1/4 c. of milk, and 2 T. of light cream cheese in 1 tsp of butter. I ate about 2 T of it, or maybe 1/4 of it. I am still really hungry, but I felt a little pressure, so I stopped. Man, did it taste good!

Congrats! You are rockin' that sleeve!

NY Beauty, sorry it didn't go so well! Tomorrow is a new day, and I hope it's better. And thanks for the rest of the advice! I've been allowed yogurt and pudding on my full liquid diet, and I've had zero problems with them. I plan on going slow, but man, am I excited to eat something that's not sweet!

I am starting pureed foods tomorrow (woohoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!), and already have a list a mile long of what I want to eat! What fills you up quickly? What feels good in your pouch? What tastes good? What doesn't? I'm just curious!

Oh my goodness - you are seriously gorgeous! Congrats on your success thus far and best wishes for continued success!

nicky, your body is probably in shock and just adjusting itself. I know it's easier said than done, but just keep doing what you are supposed to be doing, and your body will follow eventually. I promise! As for me, today is the last day of full liquids. I get to eat pureed foods tomorrow, and I am beyond excited!!!!!!!!!!

I'm SleevedWonder on MFP if anyone wants to be friends!

Congrats!

Having been banded for 2+ years, I am pretty used to the difference between head and real hunger, and I am pretty sure I am hungry-hungry. I am shaky, light-headed, and my stomach is growling and won't stop. But you are right. I will survive and this is a small price to pay for the ultimate goal. I am about to eat a yogurt, hoping that will help. I've already had 30 ounces of Water this morning, trying to fill me up to no avail. But I am going to keep keepin on! In a few months, this will be but a small memory!

Thanks, all! You have made me feel so much better!

I was sleeved on the 9th, and I have a lot of pain as well from a serious hernia repair. This sucks, to be honest. I've had 5 abdominal surgeries and this is by far the worst I've ever had. By far. I've never even used pain meds post-op until this surgery, and now I am begging for them every four hours! I'm also really, really hungry, which sucks. I wasn't expecting to be hungry, so that has caught me off guard. I am hoping it goes away soon!

I was sleeved six days ago, and I am HUNGRY. Which both disappoints and concerns me. I was on Clear liquids only for the first four days, so I wasn't surprised to be hungry. But I started Protein shakes and other full liquids yesterday, and I am still hungry. I had a Protein shake for Breakfast and lunch, and then I had a sugar-free pudding cup for dinner, and I feel like I could eat my arm off. Help! Why am I hungry? Is this normal???

Hi, All! Been a tough recovery due to a serious hernia. But I am surviving. Six days post-op, and I am HUNGRY. HUNGRY. I had a pudding last night, which did nothing to fill me up. My doc tells me it's normal, but it still concerns me. Anyone else??

Hi all! Sleeved this morning and doing pretty well. Some incision site pain which is.controlled with toradol. Already walked and crunching on ice chips. So far so good!

Congrats to all who've already been sleeved! My big day is tomorrow! I'm not even nervous now, just excited!

Congrats! Glad to hear you are having such a positive experience!

Sailed through the first three days of pre-op with no problem. Now on day four, I am MISERABLE! Hungry but the thought of another protein shake makes me gag. I am even nauseated - I think it's all the sweet stuff. Three more days, three more days, three more days... Just had to vent out loud to people who would understand.