ChinaWood

Yes The Sassy Sleevers

I am right at three weeks post-op and have been waiting for a day and a half anxiously and this morning I hit 199! I am so thankful for my sleeve and this is such a wonderful opportunity. I'm 26 lbs down including pre-op and 18 lbs down since surgery. I have also lost 20 inches overall. I put on a size smaller pants today to wear to work, whoo hoo!

I had surgery Oct 3rd, woke up with a lot of abdominal discomfort from the gas. Today some gas pain but nothing like yesterday. Good luck , remember everyone wakes up with something different , I pray you will have smooth recovery

My doctor name is Dr. Tarquotti and he is here in Durham North Carolina. I have heard alot of good things about him from his colleagues and people in the medical industry have told me good things about him.

I got sleeved September 18th at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox IL. It's a suburb of Chicago.
I feel amazing! I'm walking between 4-8 miles everyday and I'm down 27lbs since Sept 5th.
I'm ok on getting fluids and working on Protein but I'm feeling super strong and healthy! I have been off anti-anxiety medication since 4 days before surgery! Feeling great
I have found that there has not been a single day I have regretted my decision. It feels like a blessing. God has given me a second lease on life and I'm going to embrace it.
Wishing all the sleevers all over all my best!
You got this!

Hey guys my surgery date has changed from 12/3 to 11/19 so excited but a bit nervous.
2013 is my year....SD 12/3/12 BK NY

In reference to Medicaid you don't have to be dirt poor. Your family could have a need and if you fit within the guidelines you qualify for some assistance. Now im this case if you don't have enough coverage through your employer you can qualify for something called third party insurance. Look into it this is NOT Illegal you can show that you qualify. There are things set in place for you to use you just have to use the resources that you have.
Order My Steps Dear Lord...

Ok so I was sleeved on 8/27 so I'm 4 weeks post-op. I am down 34 lbs and can tell it's really working it's way inward. For a while now it's hurt to prop my feet up on the couch and cross my ankles (bone on bone) and my wedding band is loose. I usually take a shower but last night I decided on a bath. As I was propping up my legs to shave I discovered a long lost body part!
No... not that....
I have a butt bone! LOL. I have lost a lot of my weight from this area and didn't realize just how much until I tilted back just a little in the tub and ouch! So I measured... I've lost 3 inches there!

Best wishes! Hang in there, things will get better!

I was sleeved the 26 and I was spotting only for like a week it went away yesterday. It's probley just the blood thinkers they gave us..

Having a great morning... got my baby dressed n dropped him off 2 daycare..not n any pain...I feel like im becoming myself again... then 2 top it off ive lost another 12 pounds which is a total of 20lbs since my surgery...

Yes, He is mighty! I'm happy for you and I'm looking to have my surgery next month. Do you mind telling me your surgeons name?. I'm headed to Mexico myself. Also, how does the food plan work?

WOW The irony of your nurses name and your tattoo. Well I am happy for your success. I have had surfery in the past for differernt things and I was nervous about this surgery the morning of, but I prayed about it because I felt as though I was making the right decision. I orginally wanted the lapband but my doctor advsed that the sleeve or full gastic would be a better option for me and choose to go with the sleeve. I read one of your other posts and it will get better how much you can drink and eat. I find that i can drink alot more Water at one time than I could a week ago and I am able to actually eat food. I had some tuna last week ( i wasnt supposed to but i did and i had no problem) I actually ate a whole can.

You have to pray and put it in Gods hands.... In life everything is a risk so have your friends and family pray for your strength... You'll do just fine

You have to pray and put it in Gods hands.... In life everything is a risk so have your friends and family pray for your strength... You'll do just fine

You have to pray and put it in Gods hands.... In life everything is a risk so have your friends and family pray for your strength... You'll do just fine

Please follow your weeks plans, you do not want to get a leak. Our new stomachs are like babies we have to introduce them to new things SLOWLY.... Take your time give your staple line time to heal.. you'll be just fine

Ok, so here I am posting one day early because I won't be able to do it tomorrow. I have lost 103# since April 3rd. I post my picture with a mix of emotions. I feel embarassed, ashamed, sadden, and disgusted that I didn't realize just how bad I let myself go. Here I am the day before surgery. In looking at myself, I want to seriously cry. I feel sorry for myself, my husband, and my daughter. All those wasted years.  
And here I am ...the old, new me...103# lighter, full of life! A proper mother, a proper wife, a human being begining to live again...I am thankful for my journey. I have more to go, but I am on my way. A caterpillar still in my cocoon. One day, I will emerge as that butterfly I always was on the inside! For those of you who are working toward this surgery, it isn't easy, but it most certainly, definitely works. I have my life and myself back.

I think a lot of people go through this. I on the other side was so darn happy I was having it done and kept thinking I wished I could have had this done so many years ago.
Just keep telling your self there is so many positive sides of having this done.
Good Luck!!!!!!

Please follow your weeks plans, you do not want to get a leak. Our new stomachs are like babies we have to introduce them to new things SLOWLY.... Take your time give your staple line time to heal.. you'll be just fine

OHHHH HOLY CRAP!!!!!!
NOT MORE THAN 15 MIN'S AFTER POSTING THIS THE INSURANCE COORDINATOR CALLED AND I'M APPROVED!!!!!!!!!!
WOOOOOOHOOOO!

I had a hysterectomy 14 years ago, so I'm lucky that at 42 I don't have to deal with that. I'm sure that adds to your not feeling well. Just try to take sips all day long. I did a shake first thing, then Jello and Popsicle. broth at noon, shake around 3, more broth for dinner around 6, then shake at 9pm. Takes maybe an hour for me to drink a 10oz shake. Sip liquids the rest of the day and I'm sure you'll do great. Just keep trying to increase a an ounce to 2 a day and you'll be there in no time. Remember, if you are keeping track that a Popsicle counts for 2 oz of Fluid, Jello is 4 oz, broth counts too. I would try to sip 4-6 oz at a time.
Hope this helps some.

What do your doctors say? I wasn't allowed to leave the hospital until I could take 30 oz of Fluid. Which took ALL DAY to accomplish. By day 4 I was over 60 oz. And we were only allowed Protein shakes, clear broth (no creamy), Water, Crystal Light, Decaf Tea, sugar free Jello and popsicles during week 1. Week 2 purée items and week 3 start introducing regular food.
I would go by how you are feeling. Are you dizzy or light headed? Could signal dehydration. Going to the bathroom regularly, etc? Let those answers guide you.

Loved reading your post!
I met the love of my life post op! We are talking about when we get married and about our kids too :-) The confidence that comes along with your new body is so helpful in the dating department. I am so excited for you! You deserve it.