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I didn't mean to imply people here think this is an easy fix. I just wish my pre-op classes, doctor, etc could have been a bit more realistic. They say you get full fast. How about saying it doesnt feel like you're full but rather that you will be in pain and wishing you could vomit what you just ate. Or that you need to nearly constantly sip your Water in order to get all of it in every day. Or that you will feel completely overwhelmed for weeks.

Good for you, Tamlyn! I agree that right now you need to take care of recovering and feeling better. I'll be 6 weeks out on Monday and I'm starting to feel better. The anesthesia and sugery are so hard on your body and now I know it takes this long to really get over that. Love yourself and take care. Best of luck!

I didn't mean to imply people here think this is an easy fix. I just wish my pre-op classes, doctor, etc could have been a bit more realistic. They say you get full fast. How about saying it doesnt feel like you're full but rather that you will be in pain and wishing you could vomit what you just ate. Or that you need to nearly constantly sip your Water in order to get all of it in every day. Or that you will feel completely overwhelmed for weeks.

I'm 5 weeks post sleeve and 26 pounds down. I have gotten clinically dehydrated, have trouble keeping my blood sugar high enough and most days I have dizzy spells. This is not a quick or easy fix for weight loss. While I don't regret my decision, anyone looking to do this needs to realize there is nothing easy about it!

Pre-surgery I was all about diet Pepsi....haven't had one since and its been 5 weeks. I tried but it actually hurt to drink it. I have noticed a big change in my taste and appetite but really I was able to give it up because it just doesnt feel good to drink soda.

I worried about this too but honestly I have never had someone comment on what I was eating, or how little. Other than a few waiters who asked if my food was all right (because I didn't eat much of it) and I just say something like it was delicious, could I have a doggie bag? And then sometimes throw in an excuse such as, I ate a late lunch so I'm not really hungry, or I'm watching my calories.
If your friends/family do comment (rude btw) just reiterate that you are on a diet and your doctor has given you strict guidelines about what to eat and how much. It's true!

Hi Scarlett. Don't worry at all what others think, they're just jealous! Besides, its none of their business whether you've had surgery. Tell them your food and exercise plan and tell them to give it a whirl.

I'm scheduled on June 30 too! Getting anxious, nervous, frustrated, and totally excited. Now we can be buddies! Woohoo. Good luck to us both!