SleevesUp

Hi everyone As a pre-op I am curious to know exactly what you post-op'ers are eating on a daily basis. Would be very thankful if you experienced sleevers could give examples of a typical daily food intake (types of food and how much). I am interested to know what is allowed/healthy in all of the post-op diet stages! Thank you very much. :-)

Hi everyone How has your energy level changed after surgery? I watched a youtube vid of a woman, who said that before VSG she was tired all the time. That's litterally how I feel! I am hoping my energy will come back afterwards. Also, how has your preference of foods changed? Do you crave different Things than before, and dislike stuff you used to love? :-) Thank you in advance for your replies.

Do any of you post-up sleevers have ideas/tips/advice on how to firm up your skin while losing the weight? I know that Water and Protein are critical. What lotions and other Things should I keep in mind? Also, I am very large chested, and have a bit of fear that the will sag really badly after losing my goal of 100lbs. Anything to do naturally along the way to help? I really appreciate all the great advice you all are giving on this site. It's so informative and helpful. Thanks :-)

In another thread, someone 16 days post-op were having big regrets, for example regarding not being able to drink with meals, gulp Water, ect. Those are also the kind of worries I have about the surgery. It is really hard to imagine having to eat diffently for the rest of your life. Once it's done it's done! You can never go back. That really shocks my nerves to think about. Did anyone else think like me, and how is it for you now, after surgery?

Just bought seet almond oil and lemon oil. Excited to see if they work :-)

Just bought seet almond oil and lemon oil. Excited to see if they work :-)

Just bought seet almond oil and lemon oil. Excited to see if they work :-)

Seriously feel like doing an ugly happydance on my livingroom floor. My mom agreed to lend me the money for surgery. My boss permitted me to take vacation time off in week 18-19-20! There is a really good chance that I can have the operation at that time. Just waiting for the last "ok" to april 29'th from my surgeon. Yes yes yes! I never thought that surgery could be a possibility for me so I am just sooo thrilled! :-) Just had to share the joy. Weeee!

I don't know what that stands for, I live in Denmark. Since it is an operation I have chosen myself and not anything unexpected or threatening I have decided to take vacation instead of sick leave. I am still happy though. In Denmark we get 6 weeks paid vacation pr. year so it's pretty good still.

Wow you have been through a lot. So good to hear that your pain is going away slowly. I think it's natural to be worried about leaving the hospital, but you can alwys just call your doctor if Things at home worry you. Best of luck!

my surgeon recommends 3-4 weeks, I am also a busy nurse.

congratulations on a succesful surgery! let us know how you get on!

Best of luck Katt! I am sure everything will go as planned. Let us know how you get on! :-)

Hello everyone Just wondering what Protein powders/shakes y'all are using- Which ones are your favorites?

Thank you, I am hoping to get those brands online, as I live in ScandinaviaI don't think we carry them here. :-)

I feel the exact same way Katie! I am hoping to get the surgery in april or may and have the same nerves as you. Please let us know how you get on. Best of luck!

Do any of you post-up sleevers have ideas/tips/advice on how to firm up your skin while losing the weight? I know that Water and Protein are critical. What lotions and other Things should I keep in mind? Also, I am very large chested, and have a bit of fear that the "girls" will sag really badly after losing my goal of 100lbs. Anything to do naturally along the way to help? I really appreciate all the great advice you all are giving on this site. It's so informative and helpful. Thanks :-)

Thank you for your answer McButterPants. I tell you, my emotions are all over the place tonight. One moment I am sure I will do it, the Next I am scared like nothing else. *sigh*. Watching a show about a 600lb girl who had gastric bypass. I feel for her! And I am blessed not to be that heavy. (Don't think I ever would be though). Watching her struggle really makes me think.

Thank you all for your kind and honest words, they really encourage me! I am hoping with all my heart that I will feel the same as you all do post-op. The scary thing is the unknown, even though you try to prepare yourself, it's impossible to know what is "on the other side". A couple of questions: Why is it we can't drink through a straw? How much alchohol can you drink and how does it effect you after being sleeved? Thank you so much

Thanks for the advice about the open diaries! That will be very helpful for inspiration, I live in Scandinavia where we have different food products, but it's good to see what others are eating

Thank you for posting informative youtube videos- they have great information!

xoraechel21xo - We are at the exact same stage in the process. I am 30 and I really feel like now is the time to take action. I have not been able to lose weight naturally and my PCOS symptoms have gotten worse. I hope I can have the surgery in may. So exciting, but 10.000 thoughts about how life will be afterwards, good and bad. I guess we just have to take the plunge! :-)

Hello everyone I am so excited, because my mom is willing to lend me the Money to get VSG. I am meeting tomorrow with the consultant nurse to hear about the surgery, which I will have done in Sweden (Live in Denmark, Scandinavia). However, as everyone who has not already gone through it, I am nervous and have a ton of questions. Hope you experienced "Sleevers" can give me some aswers and oppinions. One of the reasons I am getting the surgery, is because I have PCOS and have difficulty losing the weight and keeping it off. I know they advice you not to get pregnant within a year post op. How is pregnancy after the surgery? What should you have in mind when it comes to Nutrition? Will the small pouch be able to hold food when the baby takes up room? Have any of you been pregnant post op, and how was it? Has anyone had positive effects on their PCOS after surgery? Thanks :-)