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Congrats sslade! Welcome to the sleeve world. Just be prepared when you get home, it's going to be a bit of challenge for a few days. Take it easy and keep us updated. God bless!

I plan on doing the photoshoot and will post in his closet, behind the door. Kids never go in there, much less close the door. :0) Anyone willing to post theirs?

Thx for posting this question!! I recently spoke with my husband and thanked him for being patient and understanding. I told him that although I'm "hot" for him, let me get this uncomfortable drain tube out first, which is tomorrow..then I would make it up to him. ;0) 20 lbs lighter, I should fit my nighties much better. Good luck everyone!

I'm a photographer, and my suggestion is to be YOU. The lens does not lie. If your photographer is a good one, he/she will direct you. Don't worry, enjoy it. Good luck!!

Ok I am currently 3 and a half weeks out. I have had discharge for about a week and a half. I dont believe it is an infection because it looks like my normal discharge that I have two weeks before my period. Normally I would have my period next week but you never know after surgery. I was just wondering if anyone else had an absurd amount of discharge after surgery compared to before surgery. Thx for posting! I just experienced this yesterday.... I'll be seeing doc tomorrow and will be asking thus question for sure.

Getting tired of many flavors and tried this last night, it was delicious! I scoop of vanilla protein powder, a few squirts of Torani chocolate sugar free syrup, and a tsp of instant coffee with ice. Mix it and pretend it Starbucks, so delicious!!

I must say I've been tempted because I had an empty stomach and was so hungry for just about anything. It helps to have your shake in your hand while you're around household foods. Don't linger in the kitchen when you know temptation is there. I cook dinner every day and remember the delicious taste of every ingredient and every bite; I talk and remind myself that this liquid diet is not forever. I will eat again one day soon, these same foods in smaller quantities. Be patient, remember your weight loss goal, and stay on track.

Have you told your surgeon? Some people experience the VSG differently, I'm sorry to hear you're still in pain. Limit your activities the first week or two, as your body is still getting used to this "new you". Call your doctor, they have answers. Hang in there!

Post-Op Day 4: Surgery was on April 16th. I find it challenging to type updates on my iPad, but it's better than going downstairs to the desktop. So here I go. Swallowing water is getting better. I can feel the water traveling from top to bottom, but it's no longer making me nauseated. So far I've only tried Isopure, V8 ( low sodium), Jello, water, broth, and pudding. Getting tired of it already. This evening I'm experimenting and mixed 1 scoop of vanilla protein shake with Torani sugar free chocolate syrup, and added a scoop of instant coffee...yummy!!! My mind and I are pretending its Starbucks. I no longer take any prescribed pain and nausea meds, only the heartburn one for 30 days. I sleep better at night without waking up to dry mouth. I take it extra slow turning to change positions. Today was my first day out of the house. Although sometimes it's not fun, it's a blessing that my family is pretty strict with me about my limits; don't pick anything up! Get help up/down stairs! Don't open the door! Don't bend to pick anything up! You should pin your bulb to your bra. LoL!! I'll take the attention while I can. ;0) I took my husband to breakfast today. I did GREAT, but my mind remembered the delicious taste of everything on his plate; bacon, eggs, sausage, country potatoes, with a side of pancakes. Hubby didn't want to sit there and eat in front of me, but I told him that I have to work on it now, because my eating habits have to change. I talked myself through it, "Davina, you will eat again some day...these same foods...less of it, but you WILL eat again. I promise." I did great and stuck to my jello. Through out the day it got a little harder since if did not prepare my "meal" ahead of time. I was thirsty and weak from hunger. When I came home, I made chili beans for dinner and told my girls my favorite thing to do was "taste test" every piece of ingredient...but not today... Boy was I tempted!!!! I didn't want to get sick or tear my stapled stomach so I walked away. Whew!! What are your challenges and how are you handling them?? What other recipes have you tried?? Congrats to new Sleevers!! Y'all keep in touch!

SparkleKat: your date is almost here! Are you ready? Of the things I took, I only used mouth moisturizer, Chapstick, and pillow. Everything else stayed packed. Oh, my ipad came in handy too. Text me and let me know when you're going in for surgery and where: 720-237-5650. Woohoo!

Your pics by itself are motivational for us who just started this journey. Woohoo!!

Day 2 post-op: The hospital's IV drugs really worked on me and I was feeling really awesome... However, upon arriving home last night I am now just starting to feel the surgical effects. I asked my husband to make my bed on the family room sofa and put all my medical stuff on a table next to me. I tried a few hours to rest, but was NOT comfortable at all. Around 1am, I grabbed my water and made it up the stairs one step at a time and got into my own comfy bed. Yeah, understandably hubby wasn't thrilled I made it upstairs alone. Today, I'm gonna do my best to stay on track with liquids and jello. I can feel my intake landing in my stomach, it's uncomfortable and a little nauseating. I'm off of work the next four weeks, so I need to pre-plan how I'll be eating my meals during my hectic schedule. I don't know if it's just me, but my vision is still blurry since surgery. I can see all around me but I can't seem to read my prescription labels WITH my glasses! Congratulations newly sleeved friends!! Post your experience, I wanna know how it's going for you.

Hello Sleevers! One day post-op and I'm doing excellent as far as pain is concerned...there's NONE, woohoo!! I'm From Denver and my sleeve surgeon is Dr. Franklin Chea who has an office here at St. Joseph and SkyRidge Medical Center. Staff here at St. Joe's are kind and attentive. If I requested something, anything they'd go get it, and not say, "let me get your nurse". So far; I woke from surgery without any pain nor nausea. I did feel some nausea was when I got up to use the bathroom. The more you walk, the less the nausea. I am now on liquid prescribed pain reliever, I think it's Vicodin. I slept most of the day yesterday and half today. I could not stay awake for nothing. My husband and kids came to visit and I kept nodding off. LoL! Thankfully they understand. Food they serve us Sleevers is broth and jello. My assigned nurse keeps my water full. Well, I'm about to jus talk about nothing here soon , thanks to Vicodin... So I better get a little bit off shut eye. How's everyone else?

Hello Sleevers! One day post-op and I'm doing excellent as far as pain is concerned...there's NONE, woohoo!! I'm From Denver and my sleeve surgeon is Dr. Franklin Chea who has an office here at St. Joseph and SkyRidge Medical Center. Staff here at St. Joe's are kind and attentive. If I requested something, anything they'd go get it, and not say, "let me get your nurse". So far; I woke from surgery without any pain nor nausea. I did feel some nausea was when I got up to use the bathroom. The more you walk, the less the nausea. I am now on liquid prescribed pain reliever, I think it's Vicodin. I slept most of the day yesterday and half today. I could not stay awake for nothing. My husband and kids came to visit and I kept nodding off. LoL! Thankfully they understand. Food they serve us Sleevers is broth and jello. My assigned nurse keeps my water full. Well, I'm about to jus talk about nothing here soon , thanks to Vicodin... So I better get a little bit off shut eye. How's everyone else?

God early morning from the pro-op room! All went fantastic from beginning to current. It's 1:30 am and can't sleep; I was extremely sedated and it has not worn off yet. My conversations with family were nothing but lullaby songs because I kept falling asleep. Well sleever buddies, how are y'all holding up?

Hello from the pre-op room! Got my IV in, compression socks and pump squeezing away, warm blankets and I'm ready! I'm here alone physically asking God to be by my side here and now. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers. I'm keeping myself from getting too nervous by logging into here and Facebook. So, stuff I brought with me; mouth moisturizer spray, throat lozenger, gas-x strips, chap stick, lotion, baby wipes, pillow, small comfy blanket, robe, and my regular loose clothing. Oh! And my ipad and cell phone. So far nurses and surgeon assistant are so kind and attentive. "We will take good care of you" are comforting words. See you on the "lighter" side! Ps) thx for being here for me!!

To: KMLG135 "Good for you! So today is your Sleeve Eve?? If so, Happy Sleeve Eve you are going to kick butt!" Thank you! Yes, it's my sleeve eve, less than 24 hours now! I have not been nervous until today. I have to remain positive and think of two previous surgeries I've had and was told I have a high pain tolerance...fingers crossed!! You'll never guess what I'm doing to pass time. BAKING!!....of all things. April Sleevers- stay in touch, gonna need YOU, YOU, and YOU on this journey!

Happy Birthday "twice" Fillesudeste! I'm getn sleeved in TWO days, excited!! Please keep us updated.

Fat2FiveK: "Happy Birthday" to the new YOU, congrats!! LMBO @ dry heaves and possessed! Keep us posted.

BTW: There are two YouTube gals from Denver who are posting videos of their sleeve journey if you're interested. They go by the name, "Thelma'n Louise". I subscribed and want to follow some of their upcoming post-op recipes. I'll have my iPad so, YES I'll definitely have time to let y'all in on what's happening. See ya later!

Hello Sleevers! How is everyone doing? Checking in with y'all. How are you liking this warmer weather we're having? My first thought "GrEaT!!" Because I plan to wear shorts more often this summer. :0) I've been drinking more water with slices of cucumbers and lemon with a packet of Splenda and it's delicious and refreshing. I probably shouldn't add the sugar substitute but I'm liking it too much. Anyway, it's my last week of work and I'm excited. Getting ready to pack my items to take with me for my sleeve surgery this coming Tuesday. I'm not nervous yet, probably not until the day of. This weekend I'll be packing some of my big clothes either to sell or donate. Anyway, I'm awake so I decided to jot a few lines to say HEYyyyyyy!!

*Sleevers, use decaf! Recipes from the Torani web site, ENJOY!! SKINNY VANILLA PROTEIN SHAKE 1 Tbsp. Torani Sugar Free Vanilla Syrup 1 cup nonfat milk 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 1 cup ice Blend all ingredients in blender until smooth. SKINNY COCOA COCO PROTEIN SHAKE 1 Tbsp. Torani Sugar Free Coconut Syrup 1 cup nonfat milk 1 scoop chocolate protein powder 1 cup ice Blend all ingredients in blender until smooth. SKINNY VANILLA FRAPPÉ 2 Tbsp. Torani Sugar Free Vanilla Syrup 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, chilled 1/2 cup nonfat milk 1 cup ice, plus more as desired Blend all ingredients in blender until smooth. SKINNY RASPBERRY ICED TEA 2 Tbsp. Torani Sugar Free Raspberry Syrup 1 cup brewed black tea, chilled Ice Combine tea and Torani in a glass filled with ice and stir. Garnish with fresh mint sprig. SKINNY ICED SALTED CARAMEL COFFEE Splash of Torani Sugar Free Salted Caramel Syrup 1 cup brewed coffee Nonfat milk or cream, to taste Ice Pour ingredients over cup of ice. Stir and enjoy. HAZELNUT ICED COFFEE Splash of Torani Hazelnut Syrup 1 cup brewed coffee, chilled Milk or cream, to taste Ice Pour ingredients over cup of ice. Stir and enjoy. Sugar Free S'mores Protein Shake 1 1/2 oz. (3 Tbsp) Torani Sugar Free S'Mores Syrup 1 packet Vanilla VHP Protein Powder Meal Replacement, or other protein shake mix 2 cups ice 3/4 cups water Combine protein powder Torani ice and water in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a tall glass.

*Sleevers, use decaf! recipes from the Torani web site, ENJOY!! SKINNY vanilla Protein shake 1 Tbsp. Torani sugar free Vanilla Syrup 1 cup nonfat milk 1 scoop vanilla Protein powder 1 cup ice Blend all ingredients in blender until smooth. SKINNY COCOA COCO Protein Shake 1 Tbsp. Torani Sugar Free Coconut Syrup 1 cup nonfat milk 1 scoop chocolate protein powder 1 cup ice Blend all ingredients in blender until smooth. SKINNY VANILLA FRAPPÉ 2 Tbsp. Torani Sugar Free Vanilla Syrup 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, chilled 1/2 cup nonfat milk 1 cup ice, plus more as desired Blend all ingredients in blender until smooth. SKINNY RASPBERRY ICED TEA 2 Tbsp. Torani Sugar Free Raspberry Syrup 1 cup brewed black tea, chilled Ice Combine tea and Torani in a glass filled with ice and stir. Garnish with fresh mint sprig. SKINNY ICED SALTED CARAMEL COFFEE Splash of Torani Sugar Free Salted Caramel Syrup 1 cup brewed coffee Nonfat milk or cream, to taste Ice Pour ingredients over cup of ice. Stir and enjoy. HAZELNUT ICED COFFEE Splash of Torani Hazelnut Syrup 1 cup brewed coffee, chilled Milk or cream, to taste Ice Pour ingredients over cup of ice. Stir and enjoy. Sugar Free S'mores Protein Shake 1 1/2 oz. (3 Tbsp) Torani Sugar Free S'Mores Syrup 1 packet Vanilla VHP Protein Powder Meal Replacement, or other protein shake mix 2 cups ice 3/4 cups Water Combine protein powder Torani ice and water in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a tall glass.

More "skinny" recipes on Torani website: SKINNY vanilla Protein shake 1 Tbsp. Torani sugar free Vanilla Syrup 1 cup nonfat milk 1 scoop vanilla Protein powder 1 cup ice Blend all ingredients in blender until smooth.

From Torani website: SKINNY VANILLA Protein shake 1 Tbsp. Torani sugar free Vanilla Syrup 1 cup nonfat milk 1 scoop vanilla Protein Powder 1 cup ice Blend all ingredients in blender until smooth.