StayingStrong

I had surgery 3 weeks ago - so I very clearly remember my pre-op fear. I never got to 100%. A doctor of mine matter of factory told me I needed to do something drastic, he said you don't have any health problems now but there is 0% chance that will continue as you get older. So what is your plan? And her referred me to my surgeon. I left his office pissed and embarrassed. But he got the idea percolating. I started asking different doctors I knew what their thoughts were and they all said "do it yesterday" My advice is do your research. Find the best surgeon you can. And then go for it. It's not easy, is no quick fix. It's harder and easier then I thought. Trying to take my daily Vitamins, drink my Water, get my Protein, swallow vile tasting medicine and pooping consume my thoughts!! But I have had enough of not wearing the cutest clothes, being the funny fat girl (seriously I'm hysterical ) and being too fat and too tired to do all the stuff I wanna do. Not to mention positioning everyone in photos to hide my fat!! I've been fat most of my life with small windows of being fit. I have felt beautiful always so that's not the issue. I feel powerful, strong, healthy and hot when I am fit.

Refried beans mad yesterday I cooked baby spinach in broth and puréed it - getting my protein from shakes. Non-fat Greek yogurt w everything

I take a double dose iron supplement from celebrate - my doctors office ordered it for me but you can order directly

Yikes! I feel for ya. I guess at the end of the day it's not a big deal but still.... Hugs!

The link above (I think its the first comment after your post) is the one I have. I love it!! Haven't used it post sleeve but used it before as I was trying to stop eating wheat. My house is always filled with teens and they all LOVED it!! I sprayed very lightly with olive oil and salt and roasted it before I tossed with sauce. Zucchini reduces down alot which is no big deal for sleevers but if you're making for family make lots!! YUM YUM. PS today is my first bite of food in 3 weeks!! I had really watered down re-fried Beans and some 0 fat greek yogurt. YUM YUM!!!

I thought I was going to have my for the surgery but didn't. My surgeon's office said it was fine. No tampax just pads though... They also put those hospital pads under you in case there's any mess. Good Luck!!

Hi @@Amy373 I did a few days ago when I was 7 days post op, It exhausted me and I had a fever that night. My surgeon felt for me it was okay and I would not hurt anything on the inside. BUT my bodies re-action told me it was too much. Listen to your surgeon AND your body!! Exciting that you want to!!!

@@Mississippi Girl, I am dreaming of my collar bone... Good for you!! Amazing isn't this?

Sorry to hear that! I was the opposite spectrum in that I hadn't pooped in a week and nothing was working!! I had surgery on the 21st of April and am NOT allowed fruits yet. Having protein drinks (I mix the boxed sweet ones with 1 cup of milk and protein powder and then have that throughout the days. And chicken and vegetable broth (which I add unsweetened Unjury protein powder to if I need more protein) Check with your surgeons office and make sure you are having exactly what they want you to have. I had a restaurant soup strained week one and think it had too much fat because after two teaspoonsfuls I got sweaty and nausea's and that lasted for 2 days!! UGH. Good luck!! It's going to be SO WORTH IT!!

I was REALLY scared up until the morning of my surgery. I think thats pretty normal. My doctor actually gave me a little ativan for the few days leading up to it as I was getting stressed! Good luck!!

I've been hungry too. BUT I have noticed if I do drink 64 ounces of Water my stomach is pretty full. I've been really spending time trying to discern head hunger from stomach hunger. Definitely think I have both. I am not allowed anything but liquids yet. Just hang in there and do exactly what you are supposed to. It's pretty fool proof IF we don't get creative in following the rules. Hang in there hopeful2loose2014. I am 8 days out and its harder then I thought it was going to be but we have had the surgery so now lets make it successful!! 'm rooting for you

Thanks everyone!! @@Amy373 I ended up staying only one night (as planned). Wasn't until the evening that I felt okay enough to go home. I was still feeling "iffy" but my boyfriend and best friend felt comfortable taking care of me so decided to head home. I've not had trouble swallowing but I take very small sips (okay except once, I took a big swig - but didn't swallow!!) It's possible that I will never poop again... And 3 days ago I got nauseous and it hasn't totally gone away. I am taking something for it. Overall I am doing great. There's definitely little set backs here and there but I am very determined to make this work and make it stick. Unfortunately I am already having serious food cravings. Their not an issue tight now as I am on liquids and there is NO WAY I am going to mess this up. As soon as I am a little further along I am going to explore getting a therapist and dealing with food addiction. Hang in there everyone. We are awesome!!!

I'm 1 week post op and on liquids for 1 more week.

Unjury makes a bariatric protein powder in unflavored and chicken soup. I have also been adding non fat milk and unflavored protein to 1 of those super sweet protein drinks - measuring so it's 70 grams of protein (what my doctor says to have daily) and finding it easier to handle. Good luck!!

Ugh, so sorry to hear this. Did your dr. Give you antacid meds? Call your surgeon. Also be really mindful of taking baby swallows of everything. So sorry - sending healing thoughts your way

Congratulations!! I'm on a similar journey - was sleeved Monday as well. First night was pretty miserable. I had a hiatal hernia repaired as well. Feeling better stronger daily. I'm so happy you are surrounded with good support, I am too and it's so awesome!! Tomorrow I'm going to get more serious about really tryng to get all the protein and vitamins in. Though I was warned who knew it would be so challenging! Keep up the good work!! Happy healing =)

Hi sleeve buddies!! I'm back at home and it's been 3 full days since surgery. First night was pretty miserable - still at hospital and was throwing up and just felt overall not good. Slowly it's getting better. Trying to stay hydrated, take meds., Protein, Vitamins. That's a lot to get down!!! My beautiful friends have surrounded me with 24/7 care so I'm feeling supported. Was running a low grade fever yesterday - below what doctor said to call in for (but just) It's 3:30 in the morning here and I'm feeling ok ( just thirsty) - I wake up every couple hours and drink Water. That's all for now. Thanks for the prayers and good wishes.

Holy hotness you look good!!

Good morning from Santa Barbara beautiful sleevers! I am leaving in an hour for my surgery. Feeling good, albeit a bit dehydrated! A major first step in the long journey ahead. I am accepting prayers and good thoughts My stay in the hospital is only for 1 night so I will post as soon as I can. Here we go!!

Good morning from Santa Barbara beautiful sleevers! I am leaving in an hour for my surgery. Feeling good, albeit a bit dehydrated! A major first step in the long journey ahead. I am accepting prayers and good thoughts My stay in the hospital is only for 1 night so I will post as soon as I can. Here we go!!

Good luck with your surgery tomorrow!! I'm having surgery tomorrow morning as well. I'm saying I'm not feeling well so I can hide from the food!!

I would call your doctor(s) tomorrow. The weekend is coming up and you will probably just worry. Call your OBGYN and make sure everything is okay. AND call your surgeons office and see what they want you to take for better "movement" 8 days is too long. Since you have access to doctors, use them!! WOWZA 13 pounds, congratulations!! Thats so great!

Congratulations, that's so cool!! My surgery is on Monday. How was the recovery from surgery? Any tips?

Hi everyone! This process is moving really fast for me Met with my surgeon for the first time a few days ago and my surgery is in less then 1 week!! Monday April 21st. I told the surgeon I had not lost my pre-surgery weight and he said "don't worry about it" Scared and excited!!

That is so awesome and exciting!! I had a similar situation and reaction when I finally got to have a face to face with my surgeon and then he said okay lets do it next week! I had 24 hours of being in shock but I am now super excited and getting ready to have the Gastric Sleeve surgery on Monday, April 21st. Prayers and advice welcome!!