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So I am 9 days post-op and I'm doing way better than last week! I lost 13lbs my first week out and I'm now at 253lbs. So amazing! I'm on full liquids and I'm able to have Protein Shakes, SF applesauce, Greek yogurt, SF pudding and Jello and I've found some great Campbell's Soups with tons of flavor and I'm blending them smooth and eat about 2-3 oz. I'm about to go out of town on business and I'm worried about business meals because nobody knows I had the surgery. But all in all I'm getting used to this and liking the results that I've had thus far. Good Luck Sleever's!

Today's my first day of full liquids as well and I'm having low fat cream of chicken Soup for dinner and OH MY LORD IT IS SO DELICIOUS. Crazy what just a few weeks can do for perspective.

Post-op day 2. Came home from the hospital yesterday feeling pretty good. But now that I'm not getting the scheduled toradol or IV Tylenol, I'm in more discomfort now. The liquid lortab, chewable gasx, and a nice dense foam pillow to hug have helped a lot. Made the mistake of trying to sleep in my bed last night as I had to wake my hubby up early to help me out of bed cause I was too sore. My power recliner will be my bed until this phase passes. No nausea since the day of surgery thank goodness, but I'm having a hard time getting my fluids in cause all I seem to want to do is sleep. Need to get moving more today and hoping that will ease some of the pain too.

Hi all 14th sleevers best wishes and I pray everything will be great and that God keep you safe.

Off to the hospital see you on the flip side!

I was sleeved yesterday and was so sleepy all day. Woke up more in the afternoon and walked a couple times. Still having some pain in the upper part of my abdomen, but nothing I can't tolerate. Need to get moving more today and hopefully all that gas they pumped in can work its way out. Wishing all those sleeved a speedy recovery and everyone yet to be sleeved a safe surgery!

I just called and got my arrival time...6am. That's fine, doubt I'll get much sleep tonight anyway!

I was sleeved yesterday and was so sleepy all day. Woke up more in the afternoon and walked a couple times. Still having some pain in the upper part of my abdomen, but nothing I can't tolerate. Need to get moving more today and hopefully all that gas they pumped in can work its way out. Wishing all those sleeved a speedy recovery and everyone yet to be sleeved a safe surgery!

Got my sleeve yesterday. Did really good with pain until time to go to sleep. Used lots of pain meds than. Hopefully get to go home today. The one hole they took my stomach out of is really sore.

Surgery went great this morning. Had some decent pain earlier and was using my PCA, but now it's tolerable without it. Only been nauseated twice today. First time was after the incentive spirometry and the second was when I sat at the side of the bed for the first time. Much better feeling tonight and boring to go home tomorrow :-)

Surgery went great this morning. Had some decent pain earlier and was using my PCA, but now it's tolerable without it. Only been nauseated twice today. First time was after the incentive spirometry and the second was when I sat at the side of the bed for the first time. Much better feeling tonight and boring to go home tomorrow :-)

Well had surgery this morning. Doing good. Tired but that is expected.

I had the worst time trying to pee in a bedpan as soon as my surgery was over. I swear I tried for like 4-5hrs. As soon as they unplugged me so I could leave recovery and go up to a room I went into a bathroom and it was sweet relief.
Finally on liquids today. Onto the 3oz part of the 4x4. Should be leaving tmrw AM.
Pain is at a 2-3, 4 at the worst. I had nausea only once. I've been walking to try to get this gas bubbly feeling out. They have me orange Jello 3x it's the worst flavor ever, that made me feel queasy. I told my parents to bring me another flavor. And I keep falling asleep and they keep taking my broth and tea lol. I've been drinking mostly Water it's fine.
Incisions don't look too bad, one was more swollen than the rest but my surgeon said it's bc that's where they stitched into muscle.
So far so good.
Hope everyone else has a smooth surgery and recovery.
Xo

Having surgery in the morning! Have to be there at 8:30, so not too early thank goodness. Been trying to run all my errands, do laundry, clean the house, and get my dogs cleaned up today. I had to work all weekend so everything had to be done today. I had started questioning whether this is still a good idea, but then my back and knee started really hurting today and all doubts went out the window!

Having surgery in the morning! Have to be there at 8:30, so not too early thank goodness. Been trying to run all my errands, do laundry, clean the house, and get my dogs cleaned up today. I had to work all weekend so everything had to be done today. I had started questioning whether this is still a good idea, but then my back and knee started really hurting today and all doubts went out the window!

Had my surgery feel great a little sore but great you can do it! Good luck to all the ones that just had them done and the ones having them done!
My experience was great!!

You will be great God will keep u safe. I had mine yesterday still sore haven't been discharge yet hopefully today sometime.

Having surgery in the morning! Have to be there at 8:30, so not too early thank goodness. Been trying to run all my errands, do laundry, clean the house, and get my dogs cleaned up today. I had to work all weekend so everything had to be done today. I had started questioning whether this is still a good idea, but then my back and knee started really hurting today and all doubts went out the window!

So I started my tube feed, {ah-hem}, I mean Optifast diet yesterday and am already wishing I could eat real food. Practically drooled over my patients dinner tray last night when I was doing his assessment. I don't feel hungry, thank goodness, but I wish there was something more savory than just a bunch of sweet tasting shakes and the horrible, sweet bars. Must think positive thoughts! Oh boy this is going to be a trying three weeks.

My surgery is in the morning, prayers for all August 12 sleevers!

Having surgery in the morning! Have to be there at 8:30, so not too early thank goodness. Been trying to run all my errands, do laundry, clean the house, and get my dogs cleaned up today. I had to work all weekend so everything had to be done today. I had started questioning whether this is still a good idea, but then my back and knee started really hurting today and all doubts went out the window!

Well my day is finally here I am at hospital I wish all others Good Luck on there journey.

Alright everyone I am leaving for the hospital I am nervous and excited. Best wishes for everyone today.

Here it is Aug 11 I didn't sleep well my mind has been on the surgery. I have been praying all night for all the one who is getting sleeved today. All the Aug 11th it is our day for a new beginning. May God keep you safe through your surgery. I am getting ready to head for the hospital. Will keep you posted.

Just got home from the hospital. A 5 night stay as opposed to the 2 day that was promised. Just wanted to update everyone who has wished me well. Speak to your surgeons about nausea and what can be done to avoid it.5 unbearable days in the hospital has me regretting this.
Best of luck to those of you heading towards the lovers bench...