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I'm following this too. I hope others add to this. I am supposed to start "real" food in a couple weeks, and I won't lie, I'm a little scared.

@@laguerr13 best of luck to you on your upcoming surgery. Best decision I ever made, with the exception of marrying my husband. (he does rank a smidge higher).

@@Bluesea71 the bariatric center I went to puts a drain in every patient. Depending on the output in the drain when the patient is released from the hospital, the drain could be removed before they leave, or may have to stay in till nothing is draining into the little bulb. Then you'd have to go back to the hospital to have them pull it out. It really is relatively painless, as long as you follow their instructions to breathe out, while they YANK it out.

I have 3 more weeks before I go to solids. I know I'm scared, too.

@ My hubs was a little like that too, at first. I just decided to use my support from others instead of expecting support from him. BariatricPal was a huge help. I also have a huge support group at work. I did have the surgery. Once I had the date, and had all my pre-op appts done, he knew I wasn't kidding. (I think he thought he could change my mind) He is now my biggest supporter. He is a big help, in cooking and pureeing meat for me in the soft food stage, and helping me track my Protein, and Water. I hope yours comes around for you too. If not then, he's made his choice, hasn't he?

Love me some Zquil!

I believe the drain was the worst part, and mine was removed the next day before I left the hospital. But I think it bruised my diaphragm.

@@LipstickLady So this was a "test"?? I was hoping for some hot gossip!

EVERYONE goes through this!! Of course you are not alone! I researched for a year before my surgery. I had to wait till the following year for open enrollment then wait till January when the insurance was in effect before I could even go to the bariatric center to see if I was even a candidate. It is so hard waiting. But, I read every single book ever written about the subject during that time. I got on BariatricPal.com every single day and I read everything I could. Then I started asking questions on the boards. Then I became acquainted with some of the other members here...who incidentally are an amazing support group! You may not always hear what you want to hear if you ask for advice, but you will get the truth, either with hearts and flowers or with a kick in the rear. Don't ever be offended, we just want to help, and sometimes we become a little emotional, because, afterall.......we are ALL doing this to better ourselves, and become mobile and healthy and extend our lifespan. So, don't feel like the Lone Ranger! If you have questions...by all means, ask them. And please do reach out when you need some support. We do that best. Wishing you well!! (edited: I forgot...YOU TUBE videos are also on the list of things to do while you are waiting)

@@OneDollarBill EXACTLY! I used to drink my coffee with a little stevia and International Delight Stone Cold Creamery flavor. I never measured. I just want to have a cup of black with stevia. I'll take decaf.....just need the flavor and warmth. I'm staying away from the creamers.....they will make me fail!!! I guarantee it.

@@Italian Gal I can always count on you!! I think I might just have 1/2 a cup at that!!

I had it too. It went away after a couple of days. I was told it is part of the normal healing process. It's good you went to the doctor though, and didn't just rely on BP to diagnose you.

Call your doctor. That doesn't sound normal at all. You may be dehydrated. I had my surgery the day after you and I feel perfectly normal. (better than normal, actually)

could be too thick. I watered mind down so it was soupy, and I added some shredded cheddar and sour cream. I still love it. My hubs eats my leftovers for chip dip.

I also had a laparoscopic radical hysterectomy (everything was taken out vaginally) 25 years ago. 2nd easiest surgery in my life. The estrogen I had to take for 25 years (which I stopped before sleeve surgery, and I won't take it again) caused my boobs to hurt all the time, and kept weight on me. If you have to take estrogen, opt for the lowest possible dose.

I'm in Kansas. It's raining and dreary and cool. I'm up, my husband is sleeping in. My yorkie (Lucy) is snoring at my feet, and I am craving the perfect cup of coffee. I would settle for the perfect cup of decaf coffee. I almost brewed it, but I got out my bariatric bible that the nutritionist gave me, and it clearly states to wait 2 months. UGH!!!!! So, I'm sipping the perfect bottle of natural spring Water instead. When did YOU have your first cup of coffee or decaf after your sleeve surgery?

@@Miss Mac YIKES!! I bet!

@@taweedeegirl Yes mind did require supervised Dr visits with discussion on diet and excercise. Weight had to be recorded at each visit. There was no specific number of visits required though. But I did 6 monthly visits to be safe. UHC didn't require any history of high BMI either, that was dropped last year.

@@Babbs if your stats are current you are super close to goal!! Congratulations!

If it's at a restaurant, you can order off the a la cart menu. That's what I did. You can order Soup, or something else that is ok for your limitations. I went to Breakfast with my family the other day. I ordered of the "a la cart" menu and got 2 eggs any style (scrambled). When everyone's meals came, I scraped 1/2 my eggs onto my hubby's plate, because no way I would be able to eat all them eggs!! Plus they would just get cold if I waited till I was done before letting him have the rest. I am pretty good an knowing how much I can eat...............and it ain't much! (4 weeks out)

@@MissLiss You can update your weight at the bottom right if you scroll all the way down. Or you can update it under "my surgery" in your profile at the very top of the page on the right.

@@LaLa Lady Nope, I haven't had any issues with my new tiny tummy. It likes everything like it always did, and I've never been squeamish over things like that, having being raised on a farm. Hope you feel better soon.

@@Sharon616 The hospital pumped you full of fluids. Give yourself a break from the scale for a while and just focus on recovery, and staying hydrated. It'll come off.

Eyes on the prize!! That's it in a nutshell! Wishing you all the best!

@@Mary Jane T Good to see you again, on a more "positive" topic! I cannot comment on your post, as I have not been a caregiver, but I couldn't let the opportunity to greet you this morning pass by.