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You've heard the phrase "necessity is the mother of invention" right. You don't really need a whole lot and when you do need something.... you can make do with what ever you already have. So having said that...post op, you need measuring cups and a cheap food scale for convenience. You will need soups for the first couple of weeks, sugar free jello, sugar free popsicles, water, crystal light or kool aid flavoring for your water. Protein drinks come in handy as well but other than that you really don't need much more than what you already have at home. Once you have surgery and you are at home and discover a "need", that's the time to make the purchase. Don't invest in a lot of things you don't need or won't use. Your kitchen probably has everything you will need.

Takingaleap..... stay strong. You deserve better and you don't have to settle for less. Take care.

I agree with the previous poster. I feel I am always planning, preparing or eating and I can't ever go anywhere or do anything without having all of the logistics planned out. It's not impossible or anything but it is difficult and takes a lot of getting used to.

Have you spoken with him? Maybe its something entirely innocent. Confront him in a non-threatening way and find out what is going on with that. Maybe things just need to be talked out. People make mistakes all of the time and when they are called out on it, they realize they can't act on the fantasy. I'm so sorry you are going through this. Don't let it derail you, stay strong and take care of yourself.

Have them check to see if its not your gall bladder. Losing weight can cause gall stones and it can hurt in that area. Good luck and hope you feel better soon.

congratulations. I went back to work after a week... you improve so quickly from day to day. The first days are pretty rough but after that... it just gets better each day. Good luck and hope you heal well and quickly.,

Oh great. I am so dreading this. I don't think there is any way around it but I've been told increasing protein and taking biotin supplements may help. Good luck to all of you and remember... it's a temporary situation. Or so they said.....

Girliegirl, for funsies I looked up my surgeon and the information was very outdated, by several years, so I'm not sure I would put a lot of stock in that particular research tool.

Congratulations. I had mine on Feb. 10th, so that was 3 weeks yesterday. Wow the changes in 3 weeks are unbelievable. How are you feeling? It gets better every day so hang in there. Can't wait to hear about your experience.

I had the gastric sleeve and only took 4 days off from work. I'm feeling great and have lost 30 pounds in 3 weeks. I know you are considering the by-pass and the band but don't forget about the gastric sleeve. It's awesome.

Sandee, so glad the worst part is over for you. I too had that horrible headache and I was kept an extra day as well. I was having respiratory problems and my pulmanologist was called in. I had breathing treatments every 4 hours till I left the hospital. They told me the headache was from the anesthesia so when I got home I didn't take any of the hydrocodone I had. This is definitely NOT EASY but it does get easier after the first two weeks. Sending up healing prayers for you. Take care, walk and sip sip sip sip sip.

Starting week 2 I have been hungry for real food. I miss my old comfort foods but I'm sticking to the diet.

I was able to fit into a suit today that I haven't worn in 3 years. I got so many compliments today about how "slimming" it was on me. It was like getting new clothes... all I had to do was shop in my back closet where all my out grown clothes are hanging. I'm a happy camper.

Jujube, I was sleeved on Feb. 10th and my weight loss has all been from the waist up. I can't tell that I've lost anything in my behind or legs. I'm ready to quit losing in the chest... omg, I hope I'm left with something there!!! I've just recently started exercising so maybe the bottom half of my body will start the weight loss process too. Good luck.

I did have the cath and was so glad I did. I had a problem coming out of anesthesia and had one of those headaches from hell. With all of the pain meds I couldn't get out of bed till the next day. I needed the cath. I suppose every surgery is different and every surgeon does things differently. Its all good.

Wow, a lot of over achievers here. I did my mile walk today and was all I could do. Hopefully I will get better at this.

lynn2win, Sending hugs in your time of sorrow. I understand all those feelings of loss as I went through something very similar when I lost my best friend to breast cancer. It takes a long time for that pain to ease but the one thing I know is that you were so lucky to have a friend that you felt so close to. Those types of relationships are rare and not something everyone gets to experience. Count yourself lucky. Keep those memories close to your heart and she will always be with you. I hope you will be okay.

Gruiz27, I'm also 3 weeks out and I too am craving fast food. At least my mind and my mouth is...but I know my stomach could never handle it. The smells and sight of food make me soo hungry. Ah well, I'd rather be thin than eating fast food.

Special Girl, How is it going? Any closer to a date? What surgeon are you using? Have you been attending the Support Group meetings yet? They seemed to help me prior to surgery so I will continue to go post surgery. I had my surgery at Baptist Hospital and had a wonderful experience there. All of the medical staff was awesome. I could not have asked for anyone to have been any nicer or more accommodating. Baptist rocked. Good luck and hope you will post soon.

This entire process is about jumping through the hoops. Just do what they ask so they are more willing to send over the paperwork. Kill them with kindness. Good luck.

Willow, my tips are that you follow what your surgeons office has instructed you do. They are the experts and know how to prevent you from having any issues. Its better to prevent the issues then correct them on the other end. Drink water/fluids all day and eat only what is on the list. I did buy the Weight Loss Surgery for Dummies and Weight Loss Surgery Cookbook for Dummies and have found them to be of immense help to me. Don't look at this as a diet... look at it as your new life style so it becomes your new norm. This is actually how most thin people eat. I'm in this to get the final prize. On to goal!!! Good luck.

Malsr, welcome to the world of sleeves. You are making a great decision and you will be healthier than ever. You will be able to share lots with us on band vs sleeve and what the differences are. Post often. Good luck with that insurance.

Dragonsmate, I know exactly what you are talking about. I refused to get on the scale for years except when I had to at the doctor's office. I always knew the numbers were up but could not stand to look at them. Now, it seems every day is a different (lower) number and stepping on the scale is exciting. Yeah, the diet is a little boring and difficult but its so worth it. I love my sleeve.

Jujube, I don't know where your PCP got his facts, he might be referring to the band as they do have a high statistical history of weight regain. According to my surgeon the long term stats on the gastric sleeve are not out there yet because as bariatric surgery goes, it's the new kid on the block. I think your doc was talking out of turn so don't worry about it. Prove to him that he's wrong and you made the right choice for you.

Two Penguins, everything has fallen in to place quite nicely which means that it all must be meant to be. You certainly got through the process very quickly so consider yourself quite fortunate. Good luck and have a safe surgery.