marynoel

Hi, Mom of 4: recovery is different for everynody. I was really weak for 5 weeks . Then realized that I am someone who needs carbs. I have a little potato each day and I feel wonderful. Go for it....you'll be fine. You'll have your secret weapon (your sleeve) to get you through the holidays!

Pennsauken, NJ.....I was sleeved August 19 at the University of Princeton Medical Center by Dr. Brolin. Smooth sailing.. self pay. 30 lbs down. ...wooohooooo!

Do you think a meatball would be ok to try week 6 post op? I wiuld just LOVE to try one....looking for a little advice.

Well..I just has half of a Wendy's hamburger. Mayo, ketchup, pickle, onion and lettuce. We'll see how it sits....I tore most of the top roll off because it was just too thick. My husband brought dinner home for us. I guess I should be grateful that he was thoughtful enough to bring dinner home. Sure wish he had opted for the grilled chicken sandwich. Hmmm.

My largest incision was very tender. It was painful for me to take a deep breath. Being a professional singer, this was a problem. Just took it easy for longer. Maybe you should call your doctor regarding the deep stitch. I had staples. Hang in there. And take your time recovering,....be good to yourself. Don't rush it.

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I've been in nexium 2x a day for 10 yrs. Don't need it as much as I uses to pre surgery. ..must be the diet. Can't deal with spaghetti sauce!

Bright side...I'm not sliming, dumping or vomiting! Haven't yet....so if I have to live with some burping and a little reflux...so be it! I really HATE vomiting!

Pickle went well. I ate half a chicken croquette for dinner. ...burping a lot. I burp a lot after all my meager meals....hmmmm. maybe I'm eating too much or too fast ?

Wow, Jess! I think I was only on full liquids by week 2! No pickle for me today....just didn't feel like it. I had a chicken croquette....half for lunch, half for dinner. I have to snack to get all my protein in...I DID have half a banana today...that went very well!

Sleeved August 19, eggs...great. protein shakes make me wanna gag....just can't get em down!

I want to dance with my husband with out my big stomach between us .

Good point,Laura... Hmm...if I get desperate, I'll trim the skin.

Well,three hours after dinner....meatballs must be ok. Tomorrow, I'm having some banana. And maybe a pickle. ...not at the same time.

Jut ate one. I made them the size of a ping pong ball. So far..so good. It WAS deeelish.....I sure hope I dont pay for it!

Thank you, Laura.

I go to LA Fitness and I felt the same way.....until I got smart. I go anywhere between 10 and 2...that's when all the seniors are there. They're kind, chatty and encouraging. Lots of them aren't in such good shape themselves. ....so there's no pressure to keep up or to look good. Love it . Made lots of sweet friends.

I have a halloween sized Three Musketeers bar in my freezer. My husband and kids found it and commented. It's mine and I want it! Won't let them touch it......it's my emergency stash!I feel better knowing its there if I want it.

Well, I have the same problem. My arms have always been huge. I mostly stick to sweaters or stretchy tops, they are so forgiving. If I want a blouse or a crisp mens shirting look, I buy to fit the bust and then neatly cut the arms off (making a sleeveless shirt) then wear it under a cardigan or suit jacket. Or...buy to fit the arm and take the rest in...easier to cut yhe arms off. I've spent hours at the sewing machine trying to make stuff fit. Hope this helps.

Don't let them sabotage you! You don't have to eat just because someone made it for you. Talk to your Mom about what you can eat and tell her you really need her help. Maybe if you make them feel part of your journey, they'll be more supportive .

I just left TJMaxx with a bottle of Creation's Garden liquid protien. It's orange flavored. 32 ounces for 12.99. Took two teaspoonfuls ....16 grms protien. Just like taking cough syrup. Not bad.....this is for me! Those drinks and ahakes are ghastly!

I had my surgery on August 19. Was also feeling pretty tired. Now that I am at the pureed/soft stage. ...I have been eating a lot of fish....it's soft. I had crabcakes, flounder, bluefish. I eat what I can and have the rest later...until it's gone. And I feel so much better. I just worry about getting my protien and water in. I have no idea how many grams I am getting. I just know my energy level has so improved!

I had my surgery on August 19. Was also feeling pretty tired. Now that I am at the pureed/soft stage. ...I have been eating a lot of fish....it's soft. I had crabcakes, flounder, bluefish. I eat what I can and have the rest later...until it's gone. And I feel so much better. I just worry about getting my protien and water in. I have no idea how many grams I am getting. I just know my energy level has so improved!

I am 52 and hadn't had my period for months. Week 5 post op...I get hit with a yeast infection ( probably had 2 in 30 yrs.) And my period. Yup....just can't catch a break!

I live in NJ and have Independence Blue Cross PPO. I knew I was using an out of network surgeon. Never dreamt that my insurance would only cover $890 of the $10,000 bill. I had a 47 bmi, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, high cholesterol and acid reflux. If I had gone into an emergency room with a coronary and needed a triple bypass they would have covered all of it. I'm really pissed. I never would have had this done had I known that they were paying so little.