SkinnyPeach

Thanks AtlantaRed, Curvvy, and BettySap! I've been using my heating pad and it definitely helps. I'll keep taking my protonix in the morning. I'm going to try a different sleeping position tonight. Today was just a tougher day for me but as I type this through lots of prayer, family support, and some extra pain meds I'm feeling lots better. Oh I did some extra walking as well. I truly appreciate the feedback everyone! You throw these questions out there and you don't know if anyone will even get back with you, I'm so happy you all did. The support is greatly appreciated!

SP

BetttySap I am on protonix as an acid reducer but in taking it upon waking. Perhaps I should be taking it before bed...

Thanks BettySap for your tips. I will definitely try it. Perhaps it is morning gas. I'll let you know my results soon.

KatieJo I had a feeling I wasn't alone on this issue, thanks for letting me know I wasn't losing it

Hey Everyone,

Trying to figure out a morning plan. I've been waking up in a good amount of pain and it takes almost an hour to normalize my sleeve. How do you get going in the mornings? I'm only one week out from surgery but I'm returning to work soon and I need a plan. Also I've been weirdly experiencing lower back pain as we'll. Any tips for me? Thanks in advance.

SkinnyPeach

I agree with Alexis don't use a straw the air is just as much a culprit as the food. I think you might want to dial back to liquids in the first week, give yourself some more time to heal. sugar free Popsicles are really helpful and perhaps some broth. Stay encouraged you can do this. Contact you doctor if you're still not feeling right soon. Oh and try to walk a bit this helps me with the gas issue.

SP

Exercise. *sigh* I really do need to do more than I'm doing!

Yeah, I guess I should add that one on my list too. *sigh*

And the effect it's having..... Muscle-less body :-/

My surgery date is January 27, 2014!!! So excited to get my sleeve!!!!

This really resonated with me! Thanks for the wisdom!