Shell425

No I didn't

After hearing that, I think I may just be over reacting with the food part.. I eat about that much. It just seemed like over night I went from barely being able to intake a couple bites to being able to eat 3/4 cup of food. I should however start measuring my food again. The holidays have messed up my eating habits but thankfully getting back on the right track is easier than it used to be. I plan on calling my dr Monday and see what options I have with my depression. Thank yall so much!

I have a few questions for some veterans... I'm 4 months post op. How much could YOU eat at that point? I feel as if I'm eating too much and I'm thinking about trying a liquid diet for a week or so to try and get myself back on track.. Does that sound like a smart idea or Is there maybe something else I could try? Also, has anyone suffered from depression after surgery? Some days it's just so hard to get out of bed, to be happy, or to do anything really. I'm a lot more emotional than I used to be.. Which I hate. I wasn't like that before surgery, I had self confidence issues but nothing like what I feel now.. if Anyone that may have dealt with it offer me some insight on what I could do to change it without having to take anti-depressants? I absolutely love my sleeve and I don't regret it what so ever, but these are my two biggest struggles that I feel are holding me back from my full potential. Thank yall in advance!

I had my surgery sep 9, last weekend my friends wanted to go to New Orleans for the weekend, so we did. I had a Jell-O shot and a few sips of a friends daiquiri (I know, very unhealthy) I was pretty much hammered, but my stomach handled it well. They mainly tell u not to drink because your body will be looking for another addiction to grab onto. Also, alcohol can dehydrate your body so just be sure to drink lots of water. It was fun, but I doubt I'll be making it a habit.

I had my surgery sep 9, last weekend my friends wanted to go to New Orleans for the weekend, so we did. I had a Jell-O shot and a few sips of a friends daiquiri (I know, very unhealthy) I was pretty much hammered, but my stomach handled it well. They mainly tell u not to drink because your body will be looking for another addiction to grab onto. Also, alcohol can dehydrate your body so just be sure to drink lots of water. It was fun, but I doubt I'll be making it a habit.

I've tried genepro. That's what I currently use if I don't get enough throughout the day or something but I don't chose to use as an everyday thing. I hate powders and it's been easier to get down than any other powder I've tried, but a powder can only be so good.. I've found that if u mix it with something really cold like a smoothie or slush or really hot tea or coffee it tastes better.

Ur moms got a good name! Lol well before surgery I bought some GENEPRO Protein powder (it's best mixed with hot tea or coffee) and Protein shakes to try and boost my protein intake, I don't think it actually helped with the surgery, but it helped get me used to all the not so wonderfully tasting protein supplements I got to look forward to post surgery. I feel great that I had the surgery! Of course the first 12-24 hours are the absolute worse, but once you get past that, the pain subsides and Ull be up and walking pretty soon. I know not all drs put in drains, but if u end up getting one, just know that if your in pain after the first day, it's most likely cause by that. Or gas. Ull hear it all over this forum, but it's for a reason! after surgery, walk walk walk!! It's the only thing that will relieve gas pain! I'm still on the full liquid stage right now so I can't really share anything I've enjoyed since surgery except sugar free Jello. Lol if ur a reader, bring a book. I brought my cell, books, and laptop to the hospital with me, I don't think I even took my laptop out of my bag the whole time I was there (which was only 3 days, 2 nights) I slept a lot of the time or I was roaming the hall. Since my brother was there with me I walked to his room a lot and we just say and talked about how weird we felt, or where we were having pain, etc. we were still in shock that either if us actually went thru with it so there was a lot to talk about. good luck to you!

Hey samantha! I'm Michelle, since I'm only a week out I don't have too much experience with post surgery. But anything pre surgery, just ask! Ur welcome to message me or email me at shell425@yahoo.com. What stage are u at? Have u gotten a date for surgery or are you still looking into it?

I'm 21! I was sleeved last week!

My brother and I had ours a day apart last week! Be sure to have someone help y'all around the house! He doesn't live with me but for the first couple of day after surgery we both stayed at my dad's house! It's awesome to have someone close to you that u can compare the healing process with. Just be in mind that though you are related, your bodies may be different. Meaning your mom may be up and walking around like my brother was way before you. It took me a few days longer to be able to walk around the block or get out and move around whereas my brother was up and at it his second day home!! Good luck to y'all!

I second that ^^^

Yay congrats! I was sleeved a week ago and this is such an inspiration! You look great!

I've never had kids so idk what all that feels like, but for now that was the worst pain I've ever been they. I'm now almost a week out and I honestly think it was all worth it! I've already lost 10lbs and I feel pretty much back to normal! A little soreness here and there but it kinda feels like I did too many sit ups.. I didn't mean to scare you, but I didn't wanna lie to either! Hopefully u have a more pleasant visit than I did!

Shreveport, Louisiana!

Great job! You look great! How much did u start at?? I was sleeved 6days ago and would love a mentor! I start full liquids tmro but all I want to do Is bite into a piece of grilled chicken! What did u do u boost your weight loss and what kind of vitamins and protein did u use?