Teachamy

Our program made it well known to us that if we gained weight at any point pre-op, our surgery would be delayed. Sorry your NUT wasn't up front with you about this. There is a reason for it, as annoying as it must be for you right now. They want to make sure your commitment is there, since the sleeve isn't a magical pill. As you know, the sleeve takes work, and it doesn't take away all our bad behaviors and desires for certain types of food. I'm sure your NUT just wants to ensure that you will be successful for the long haul.
I know you can do this! Best of luck.
Amy

I find cottage cheese (which has some decent protein) keeps me full for a while. I eat 1/2 c. at a time. I too get hungry, especially if I don't pay attention to the clock and it's snack time! My old triggers (especially being sleepy) still make me want food.

I was in the hospital and didn't eat for the first 4 days after surgery. Drinking made me sick too. It is true what they say that every day it gets a little better. I can eat and drink without problems now. (Just not at the same time!)

My NUT also didn't ban soup or Cereal with milk for that matter. I'm almost 6 months out. I have no problem with eating these. I think the fact that you're chewing and mashing up the soup ingredients along with the broth makes this different from eating solid foods and drinking fluids separately. That's just my opinion...I may be wrong but I have not had any problems so far. As time progresses, you will figure out what works best for you.

I am assuming you feel nauseous because you are not getting enough calories. I am 3 weeks out and eat between 500 and 700 calories a day. Are you eating regular meals with Snacks in between? No more than 2-3 hours between meals/snacks? Are you having some Protein before bed?
I am diabetic and sometimes feel nauseous when my blood sugar level drops too low. I hope you feel better soon!

While I agree with staying away from starches, 1 week out of surgery means teaching your new sleeve how to swallow while still getting most of your Protein from liquids. 2-3 TBL of mashed potatoes will not be a bad choice in the soft food stage. Watch out who you call a "bad sleever". Not cool.

I agree completely! I weighed in at my first post-op having lost 15 pounds 2 weeks after surgery. I won't get weighed again until my NUT and nurse appt. on 1/15/14. I know I am losing--that's enough. If I had a scale, I know I'd weigh myself every hour. It would be too much of a temptation. Instead I am focusing on cutting 1 of my blood pressure meds in half (Yippee) and taking less than half of my original insulin dose. (I am a Type I diabetic, so I can't be cured, but I can be healthier!) Looking forward to moving my little mermaid after my appt. on the 15th!

I have milk on my Cereal and drink it at the same time...Otherwise I would not get the Protein I need...I don't do it any other time of the day...But we all eat Soup and not think about the juice...K

I had my surgery 12/11/13. I'm doing well. Back at work on 12/30/13. I work in an office so it's not hard to go back to work. I lost 10.5 on my pre-op and 15 at my first week follow up appointment. I've recently recovered from a bad bout of Constipation. Started doing Fiber EVERY DAY. Along with Probiotics. I'm on solids and still trying to get the whole knowing when I'm full down. I'm wearing a size 24 instead of a 28. I haven't weighed myself because I don't have another follow-up appointment until 1/22/14. I don't want to get obsessed with the scale.
I'm just happy my size 24's are loose on me. : )

I can't believe it has been an entire year since I made the decision to get the sleeve! I was a self pay, so my process was quick. I met with my surgeon in December 2012 and had surgery the beginning of January 2013. I'm 5'2" and my highest weight was 206. Today I am maintaining at 116. I literally woke up one day in November 2012 and told myself I was going to fix this, that I can't live my life happily and the way that I want to if I was just going to keep yoyo dieting and getting fatter and fatter. So I immediately scheduled a consultation (yes there was plenty of research on my part). It hasn't been easy, however it's been incredibly rewarding. I was a major binge eater. That's the biggest reason I chose this surgery. I needed something physically to take away my ability to sit down at a single sitting and eat over 4000 calories. Sure enough, it fixed that problem for me! Below are before and after pics. I was a size 20 pants and XL shirt, and the after pic was taken last night. The dress is a DOUBLE ZERO! I am wearing size 0 pants and extra small shirts usually. Still doesn't seem real. I encourage everyone beginning this journey to take the time in the beginning to really change your life. You can't half ass it and expect to come out on top. I thank you all for being such a great support to me over the past year.

So as you all know I was denied by my insurance. So I had to do an appeal. I sent in a lot of medical records a letter from my PCP and a letter I wrote. I sent all that in on Dec 30. They received it on the 31st. They told me it will be 30 days before they made a decision. So I checked about a hour ago and they reversed the denial and approved it. I AM TOO HAPPY. I TRUELY THANK GOD BECAUSE WITHOUT HIM, IT WOULD NOT BE POSSIBLE!!!!

I found instant potatoes flavored with garlic. Not normally my cup of tea, but they went down so easy and tasted delicious! Just wait until you can eat an egg! That was heaven for me! Congratulations!
Amy

I went back to work today since I work in a office. I forgot how much emails I print daily and I have to get up and walk few feet to the printer. Not that it was such a big deal but getting up every few minutes, made me tired. My boss was so nice and didn't pressure me so I pretty much took my time.
Today was a miracle for me. I was able to drink plain Water all afternoon. And not just sips but actually tasted it lol. This is my first time in a week. I think it has to do with my chewing sugar free gum. The nutritionist told me I can as long as I don't swallow the gum. I guess that's the secret to drinking plain Water.< /p>
As soon as I got home I had to use the bathroom (#2 sorry). It's been a week and I was worried. I wonder if it has to do with the water lol. Not complaining.
After an 8 hour shift I still managed to go the mall to return something and went to 2 different stores. Am I tired? Yes my legs are numb lol.
I thank god for giving me such an amazing journey with no problems thus far.
6 more days until I can have some mashed potatoes that I've been craving... Ohh and the yogurt too. ok yes I know I have to watch what I eat but I have to get a bite..
Now I'm enjoying my Soup broth and maybe watch some Netflix.

I am new to the sleeve, so I am not sure if this is a new normal, or the fact that it is -4 degrees outside. But in terms of the sexiness factor, there is something to be said my thick socks, blankets, flannel, and of course the C-Pap. Make him work for it you gorgeous ladies!

You have a lower starting weight than a lot of people. (You're like me!) And you lost 10 pounds in 9 days. That's over a pound a day--a terrific loss! If you have a lower BMI to start with, you're closer to goal, so you won't lose as fast. You are doing nothing wrong!

So much for any sort of recovery vacation. Worked 3 hours from home yesterday and went in for 6 hours today. I'm a vet tech, so it's not like I spent the 6 hours sitting at a desk. Walking dogs, holding cats, talking to clients, lab work, getting up prescriptions, and driving. Being self employed (I am partners in a 2person mobile vet practice), if I don't work, the business is closed. I'm feeling great, getting in all my fluids and Protein, so I figured what the heck. Just no lifting - we did have to postpone a nail trim on a very reluctant 80 pound dog since he's going to require major wrestling technique
But now I get the next 2 days off to relax and back at it on Monday. I'm really just thrilled to be feeling so good. Had cream of shrimp Soup with added Protein powder for dinner. Mmmmm

Thanks for checking in! What an inspiration!

Day 6.5 post-op and I feel good! Not just mildly good, I'm talking standing, sitting, walking, wrapping, singing, pooping (TMI?) good. My nausea is gone, so are the meds, liquids and Jello consistency food going down without a problem, incisions seem fine. I am so glad. There were moments immediately after I woke up in the hospital that I felt I had made a mistake. A lot of it is mind over matter, and I'm glad my body is cooperating.
Merry Christmas everyone!
Amy

nesa83
newbie - welcome home from the hospital
you are officially on the road to a heathier, happier, longer life!!!
as OP, "broth IS just a liquid alternative"
as long as you are getting in your liquids - you are good to go
popsicles are considered a liquid too - and they are yummy
take care (you too Teachamy)
plenty of rest et al
speedy recovery
kathy

broth is just a liquid alternative--no real nutrients to speak of. I have found vegetable broth a lot easier than chicken broth. Welcome home! I got home on Saturday, and it does get better every day.

broth is just a liquid alternative--no real nutrients to speak of. I have found vegetable broth a lot easier than chicken broth. Welcome home! I got home on Saturday, and it does get better every day.

OK--it's true what they tell you. Every day gets better. Surgery is not fun, and yes, I had a moment or 2 there in the hospital when I regretted it
. My side effects were nausea, nausea, and more nausea. It felt like I made the decision to give myself the flu, and I doubted it would ever go away. I am currently weaning myself off the 4 nausea drugs that were sent home with me, and so happy to report I have been drinking, eating sugar-free popsicles, and a bit of cottage cheese.
The Ugh:
1. My Afib acted up during surgery, so I ended up on the cardiac floor for 4 days. Not fun.
2. Trying to drink and retching non-stop.
3. The barium swallow.
4. Feeling at times like I was hit upside the head by a 2x4.
The Woo Hoo!:
1. I did it!
2. Nausea is better.
3. Drinking Water gives me a great sense of accomplishment.
4. Every day is so much better than the last.
5. Incisions don't hurt too much, and I imagine I will have few scars.
6. On my way to a healthier new me!
Amy

I opted for 4 pints of Guinness. I know it's not 'on plan' - but it worked!

Yep, I'm bunged up, too..
I'll take the 'known' inconvenience of 30 minute ' gurgle-gut downloads' for the belly-wrenching, colon-twisting, sweat creating, fissure/pile inducing alternative...
How fragrant this thread is

If you're drinking Protein drinks with little carbs and a bucket load of artificial sweetener? I'd put my money on it being that.
I had the same deal.
When you get onto the normal food stage - your movements will slow dramatically. And you will likely be praying for the day when you can return to the instant bowel movements of yore..
Protein seriously bungs you up... You'll be swapping one issue (the runs and gas) for another (constipation). I know which one I'd prefer!