AshleyMidwife

I feel your pain. 10 days postop and I had a mini melt down yesterday because I feel dehydrated and I just want to eat food without feeling like its stuck in my esophagus! I miss normal food! And then I reigned it in and remembered why I did this. And I remember all the stories or read on here about how things get easier and food is easier to eat over time. And I remember where I want to be, how I want to feel, how I want to look, and that my god I am not even 2 weeks out yet! Take a deep breath, drink some chicken broth (might help with the salt cravings) and relax. It'll get easier. We can do this!!

I feel your pain. 10 days postop and I had a mini melt down yesterday because I feel dehydrated and I just want to eat food without feeling like its stuck in my esophagus! I miss normal food! And then I reigned it in and remembered why I did this. And I remember all the stories or read on here about how things get easier and food is easier to eat over time. And I remember where I want to be, how I want to feel, how I want to look, and that my god I am not even 2 weeks out yet! Take a deep breath, drink some chicken broth (might help with the salt cravings) and relax. It'll get easier. We can do this!!

I feel your pain. 10 days postop and I had a mini melt down yesterday because I feel dehydrated and I just want to eat food without feeling like its stuck in my esophagus! I miss normal food! And then I reigned it in and remembered why I did this. And I remember all the stories or read on here about how things get easier and food is easier to eat over time. And I remember where I want to be, how I want to feel, how I want to look, and that my god I am not even 2 weeks out yet! Take a deep breath, drink some chicken broth (might help with the salt cravings) and relax. It'll get easier. We can do this!!

I'm one week out as well. I'm right where you are in all regards. I have lost 22 lbs since starting my preop diet two weeks ago, and look forward to advancing my diet. For me, if I didn't know I had to eat and drink, I NEVER would! I have no hunger and no appetite. That's good, but strange feeling! Yay to us... One week down! Cheers (two glasses with 1/2c Protein enhanced carnation instant breakfast)!!!!

I'm 4 weeks out and I'm just starting to feel like my "normal" self. Up until last week I needed to take a daily nap like a baby!!!....allow yourself time to heal and the pain will cease and your energy level will come back.

Glad to hear it Ashley, I'm on day 3. The tired feeling is leaving slowly but surly, not Hungary at all but defo not getting enough fluids in, but I don't think I'm dehydrated either. Hope the pain is on the way out too x

This thread is exactly what I wanted to post about today. I am post op day 6 and am felling frustrated that I cannot even finish a shower without feeling flushed and weak and sweaty. Like I'm going to pass out. My heart races and I just feel so weak. My plan for today was to go to the grocery store, but all I can manage is to shower and get dressed lol I hate feeling this way! Guess I'll try for the store tomorrow. I drank half a Protein Drink before the shower, but I just can drink fast enough to keep up my energy! Does anyone have any suggestions about how to feel better with more energy?

Day 11: A good pain free day (aside from that large incision site). I have 3 days until I move onto the next phase and I am more than ready. I have never been so excited to eat an egg! No weight loss in the last 3 days. I know it will come when I can get some more food in and move more comfortably to do some exercise.

Today is day five for me. I've had dizziness throughout the week, but felt extra dehydrated yesterday. I pushed my fluids and have only a little light headedness today. So push your fluids!!! I'm feeling more and more like myself, but the weirdest thing is my brain! It's so weird to not take big bites or big gulps or eat whatever I want. The pain is much better, and I'm planning to start purée stage today or tomorrow. I'm working on getting my energy up and starting my supplements. I've gotta get into a routine for work starting dec 23rd. Hang in there...work on fluids and broth first, then once you get fluids in, you can do other foods.

Loving the new me!

Hey guys wow i had long time without using this app. I'm so happy im back. I was sleeved on 4/23/2013 i was so depressed i wanted to die because i regretted the surgery. I use to think that I was not going to be able to eat or drink anything ever again but i was wrong. I was 200 pounds in April and now i weight 120 pounds yes 120 i cant belive im a size 1 in jeans and a xs in shirts it's unbelievable. 8 months ago i was so depressed and now I'm the happiest women alive. I give thanks to god for helping make this decision it was hard cause the first 2 months after the surgery i was really bad i got admitted like 3 times to the hospital and i had my gallbladder taken out. But i forgot everything already im so happy. Thanks to god and my doctor in mount sinai hospital in New York. I feel so happy and so healthy now i can do whatever I want with my two beautiful daughters. I love them thank you god for everything. Also i wanna give thanks to this forum because you guys helped me a lot the first few months. I am so proud of myself.

Day 10, pretty good day. The only pain I have today is incision pain. I had my first experience eating out. It was my company Christmas party. I have to admit it was tough to see all that delish food being passed around. But that is why I did this. I would have eaten and eaten and eaten. I ordered tea and a nice bisque. I had a few spoonfuls and savored them.

I am so happy everything went so well. 20 pounds in such a short time is wonderful, happy dance for you

20lbs lost in a little less than 2 weeks!!! I started my preop diet dec 2nd at 297 lbs, surgery weight on dec 9th was 287 lbs, this morning...277!!!! Feeling better by the day, able to eat more of a variety of foods.... Working on getting in Protein Shakes and doing more around the house. Very happy with my results!

Thanks VSG! I tried some Benadryl last night to supplement my pain meds. I slept really good after that! Spasms are better. Warm fluids help for sure. I'm feeling a ton better this morning. Less gas I think and now feel more just like super sore muscles. Like I did a million sit ups. I don't really feel like I need the narcotics, but would like some Tylenol to take the edge off. Anyone have any suggestions? I haven't found any adult liquid Tylenol, just children's. does that work for anyone? I could always just crush some into some Protein Shake or something.
HW 297, SW 287, CW 282

Seems a little soon to be eating eggs and hot Cereal. I was sleeved the 9th and can't do purée type foods until week two. And I'm glad bc I have a hard enough time staying hydrated. You doctor said It was ok to eat those things this soon? Just remember your tiny pouch is still healing

My husband's work has had a Christmas party every year for the last 10 years or so, and I have always been jealous of the wives who could wear the pretty holiday clothes. I'd put on the best thing I had and hide in the corner, not willing to spend the money on something that I knew wouldn't live up to the other outfits. But this year I had the time of my life shopping with my friends and picking out THE DRESS! I'm not at goal yet, but just being able to dress with confidence was amazing!  

HW 297, SW 287, CW 285!! It's working! Down 12 lbs. ☺

On my way home now! Upper GI test showed no leaks and as long as I stay up with my pain meds, I feel ok for the most part. Still pretty gassy. Lots if burping. Lol ready to be in my own bed.

I've been postop about 5 hours, and happy to report feeling pretty good! Sipping and just did my first walk. Felt good actually! my boyfriend is being so cute and taking care of me. I love him. I had some pretty gnarley pain in recovery but have gotten ahead of it with the liquid oral meds. I have an abdominal binder done and it works wonders for making me feel like my guts aren't falling out. Lol
Anyway, So far, so good!

HW: 436
WDS: 379 (3-11-13)
TODAY: 194!!!
TOTAL WEIGHT LOSS: 242 POUNDS!!!

I was sleeved yesterday as well. Have been struggling more than I thought with pain, but as long as I stay up I my meds, I feel pretty good it was nice to see my fam and boyfriend when I woke up in my room also. I'm trying to sip a lot, but it's painful like an abdominal spasm when the liquid hits The pouch. Hoping pain gets a lot better soon.

HW 297, SW 287. Just over 24 hours out and I'm up 5 ish lbs. look forward to see that scale drop.

Taking the plunge tomorrow morning! Checking in at 0800 for 1030 VSG....nervous and exciting. Glad the waiting is over, and I'm ready to work. Gaaarrr!

Had a decent night, but woke up in pretty sever pain. Meds are wonderful been sipping in Water, Ice and broth. Still really hurst my belly... At least until after I burp lol have my upper GI test this morning and if all is well I may get to go home today. ready to start feeling better.