Susie in Lima

REALLY?? I never thought of that. May have to try it!

I never liked pics either but I am so thankful that I did a set of before pics. I am not even a month out and I took pics at the same place, same pose a few days ago and I can already see a Big difference. Of course, no one will see these pics except me and my husband but it really does help to motivate you!

Oh my word!!! You are 125 pounds!!!! Congrats on your tremendous victory! I cant wait to say that my legs dont touch or rub!!!! Thanks for being an encouragement to all us here! How long did it take you to lose it all?

Hey Friends, Ok it is getting close to a month since my sleeve yeah! But since I live out of the US at the moment, I don't have access to lots of things that you guys do. I have a friend who is headed to the US in a few weeks and said that she would bring me back 30 pounds of stuff. Could you guys please give me some suggestions of things you really rely on to help you in this journey....vitamins, Protein, foods etc? Things that have really been a big help to you! (Even things to fight hair loss.) Please be specific if you can with brand names. Thanks for the help! I really do appreciate it!

Yep, 25 pounds down and it has really decreased if not stopped all together!

Sounds like a great vacation! Good for you!

Thinking of you! Praying for you as you recover!

Maybe you can try doing just clear liquids for a little while. I am 4 weeks out and still not cleared to eat half the stuff that you listed. I would also let my surgeon know if I were you! Hope you feel better soon!

Just get through the pre-op diet and the post op will be much easier. (Not easy but easier since you arent so hungry all the time) You can do this!!!!!!!!!

That sounds wonderful! I have a room in my home that is our "home gym" and all three of us exercise in there. I am 3 weeks out and still have not been cleared for exercise yet. My surgeon says that I have to wait until after 5 weeks! I am so ready to get busy and get at it! Funny how drs are different! Good job on your journey thus far. Soon we will both be fit as a fiddle! Have a great day!

I found that walking alot and the GasX strips helped. Congrats on getting out of the hospital! I know you are ready!

Woo-HOO! Looking good!

I had it right after surgery. I wasnt eating yet but it was saliva that begins to come up and fill up your mouth. I constantly kept papertowels near me because it just came out of nowhere. It doesnt hurt, it is just gross. I havent had it since the 2nd day in the hospital.

Hey there, congrats on setting a date. I was sleeved on the 11th (so 17 days out). A couple of suggestions, go ahead and wean yourself off of sodas and caffeine if you haven't already. Also, try to work on not drinking with your meals or 30 minutes before/after your meals. The reason I said this is because today I went out to lunch with some friends for the first time and I realized how difficult it was not to drink with them (just water) before the meal got there. I would also go ahead and investigate Protein Shakes if your dr has that on your menu. See which ones you like, maybe see if they have samples etc before investing lots of money in something that you cant stand. Also, read, read, read about the surgery, ask all the questions you can and be as informed as you can! Good luck and congrats! See you on the losers bench before you gals know it!

Hey Gals, I didnt have my sleeve done in Shreveport but I was born and grew up in Shreveport! Good luck on your journey!

KellyQ, since we are so close in Sleeve time, I was wondering how much water/fluids you are consuming per day. When asked, my dr said I should just watch the color of my urine to ensure that I am drinking enough. I am a very organized person and would prefer to be told how much to drink. Right now it isnt a problem because I am on a liquid diet but just wondering how much someone at this point has been told to drink. Thanks!

I am 17 days sleeved and the past two days I have been so tired too, wondering if it is normal or not as well. Feel like I could go get back in my warm bed (it is cold and gloomy here so that may have something to do with it). Before we know it , we will be bouncing around like energizer bunnies! Hope yours and my energy level increases soon. Have a super day! (By the way, I have not started my puree diet yet, still one more week on full liquids. I will be so happy to be on the purees!)

SO happy you are feeling better. How odd though! Good to hear that Rootman's sister had the same exact sensation! Yeah for no more pain!

That is exactly what my doctor said!!! That my nausea was caused by me talking. Now I thought he was coooky because I am in a third world country and they have myths and wives tales but maybe he was right.

I nicknamed mine Dolores while I was in the hospital on pain meds. I live in a Spanish speaking country and dolores means pain. haha

It wont be long till you are up and at em! Just realize that the pain and inconvenience is temporary but this new journey is for a lifetime. Hoping that you feel well and pain free today!

Yeah I was told to stay away from anything citrus. Good luck on your journey!

I am 15 days sleeved and I am feeling great! The pain wasn't bad at all! There were a few bumps in the road like nausea from the anesthesia but it was only for a day! NO worries, you can do it!

Aww, sorry about that. Sure wish that you didnt have to wait, but it will be worth it!

Oh my, so sorry for your loss. Thank you for the reminder to take care of ourselves!