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Don't worry about the protein this week. Hydrate, sleep, heal. You won't have a lot of energy, that is normal. At week 2 start trying to get protein in but don't get too worried if you can't. I am week 3 and can get all protein, water, and have energy. It's a process

Those look very similar to mine. I put a heating pad on the sore parts and it helped a lot!

I downloaded my run keeper and fit radio. I go to the local park, blast my fit radio and track my miles. Each time I go I try to go just a little bit further. The hardest part is getting out the front door but once I make my mind up to do it, I do. Do what you can to feel good about yourself.

Nice work! You are doing great!

I was sleeved on 1/31 and so far everything is going great! I had a little pain and was really tired but seem to have gotten my energy level back up...just a few questions: - during my post-op followup I asked my surgeon about 'sissy the sleeve' gurgling and growling. Based on what I read on here, I expected him to tell me it was acid, but he replied 'it's hungry, you gotta eat'. I thought that goes away. Does it? - I can easily eat 1cup of Soup in 5-10 minutes. Is that OK? I asked the dr and he said it should be more like 30 minutes. -I will start mushies on Monday, do you blend eggs or can I scramble and chew the heck out of them? -I still have glue on my incisions. I am leaving it alone but want to pull it off to put lotion on them. Am I healed enough to do that? They are almost gone except for the glue dots. Thanks!

Every surgeon has different instructions but I am on week 2, and not supposed to begin the puree stage until week 3. My first week was all about hydration and rest, I am just now focusing on adding in more protein. Take it slow...it will get easier, at least thats what I keep reading and saying to myself!

I would say to check it out with your NUT. Before the sleeve I was working out too much and not eating enough so I was at a stall. Are you using myfitnesspal? It helps track calories and activity. Prior to surgery, I did 3 different 5ks (color run, electric run, local 5k), a 10k, and a 10k mud run. I got the surgery to lose weight and run in more of them this year. If only they weren't so darn expensive...my point, do the 5k, enjoy it, and have fun !

At 4 days post op, I was only doing 16-20oz, now at 9 days post op I get in 60oz with crystal light too.

Not a fever just flushed and hot...reminds me of when I was pregnant (I am so not pregnant though

I am on day 8 since surgery. I have been doing well with water and vitamins, get about 50g protein. Prior to the surgery I could walk/jog a 10 min mile. Now I find myself out of breath if I walk my daughter to school which is around the block. I get really feverish and tired. My energy level is really low and all I want to do is sleep. Is this normal? I am thinking so, but when does energy pick up and is there anything I can do to boost it?

Oh I can't wait to get to that phase! My grocery cart looks a lot different not just for me but my family too.

Congratulations! I was sleeved on 12/31. My vitals were good, blood sugar was really high, everything else was OK. You are doing good because I didn't want to go online, text, or even talk on the phone after surgery. I slept, walked after 4 hours, and then every hour or two. Hang in there!

I would recommend getting a personal trainer for a month. S/he will show you proper form, motivate you, and teach you some exercises to help tighten your arms. Trainers can be affordable, if you are upfront with them on pricing. I pay about $8/session. If that isn't an option, there are a lot of instructional weight things on Pinterest. HIH

I am one week post op and my tummy growls and gurgles all.the.time. I am drinking my water and doing the clear liquid thing but I feel hangry. Hoping it works itself out of my system!

I got my protein slammers at walmart but haven't tried them yet. I am going to add protein in tomorrow. Still have pain on the left side and taking the meds. Each day gets better!

Hi everyone, I got home yesterday afternoon. No real pain, just uncomfortable. I am surviving on sf Popsicle, Water, and juice...hope that is OK. I will start Protein stuff tomorrow just wanted my tummy to recover a little. How much water are you drinking? Also I walk for 1-2 minutes every 30 min, unless I am sleeping. Looks like we are doing well!

Mine is 12/31 at 10am . Happy to hear I am not alone!