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Hi I also went back to work today! The kids didn't notice anything but my coworkers said I looked different! I am down 33 lbs, and according to them, it shows in my face. I joke that my face must have been huge to have lost 33lbs in my face! Lol......it was nice to have the support.

I notice a lot of people saying that they eat apple sauce, I was told only Protein, and no fruit or veggies yet. Apple sauce sounds yummy! I was sleeved on 12/15.

Hi all I was sleeved on 12/15. Yesterday I started my puréed food stage. The problem is that I never get to the full stage because I get horrible gas pains after every bite ( or sip). I am taking small sips of my Protein Shakes, and Water. Yet killer gas pains after each sip. Then I tried my puréed food, I used a tiny spoon and tiny amounts of food...gas pains. To the point that I have to move around to feel better. I only made a 1/4 cup serving but I couldn't eat it due to the pain. I am afraid that I will never learn my full point, and never get rid of the gas. Also I am never hungry so I think my hunger/full signals are all screwed up! Sorry for going on I am just worried. Have a happy new year!

Hi everyone, just checking in to see how everyone is doing!

I am feeling great! Down 31 lbs, still very gassy and have a hard time with plain Water, but other than that I am on my way!

How are you doing?

Hi Michelle - There was no meeting this week - I think the next one is 1/6. That's awesome 31lbs. The class is 6wks long in the afternoons? Those are too early for me. I went today also I'm down 29lbs and can move on to next stage of nutrition. Keep up the good work.

The class is for us at 6 weeks. It is 1 day only. It is at 1pm on the 26th of January. I will check with Kate about it.

29lbs is awesome! You must feel great????

I also puréed food today, the chicken sausage that Kate recommended .....it was yummy!

The powder i get is called ProtiZyme they have a few diff flavors. Do you know which support group you are going to next? are you going to the support group on the 30th or are you going to wait until Jan?

Hey Davis,

I am not going tonight, my kids are sick. I feel bad leaving them with my mom when they are sick. I will be there in January. Are you going? If you see the others send them my regards!

I went to see Maria today I am down 31 lbs! So excited! I am feeling pretty good. I registered for the 6 week class in the surgeons office, they said it is not given in Greenwich. Jan 26 at 1pm.

How are you feeling? 2 weeks already crazy right? I hope to talk to you soon!

I am drinking Isopure clear drinks. It is 40g of Protein in 20oz. I drink it all day but at least I am getting my protein in. I am tired of my shakes, they are way to sweet.

Hi I was sleeved on 12/15. I am having a tough time getting in all of my Protein and Water. I usually get a 3oz shake in the morning ( 21g). Then I try to drink propel water ( regular water is hard for me to drink) I can get about 32-35 oz a day. Then either a shake or broth with unflavored protein. However my mother bought me the Isopure drink that has 40g of protein in it. It is 20oz, so I am drinking it to fulfill my protein and liquid but I am wondering if drinking that all day is considered grazing? I don't want to get into a bad habit. I see my surgeon on the 30th and then should move to purée foods but if drinking this is ok I want to continue. Any advise is greatly appreciated!

I'm going on the 30th also 3:30 - I'm actually doing pretty well have been able to get my 8 to 10oz of Protein down - I was getting a little bored to but ended up putting pumpkin spice & cinnamon in my shake to give it a different flavor then switched back to regular flavor. I've been getting more than the 64oz in of Water also - really excited def worth the few days/1wk of discomfort. Have you heard from any of the other group?

What kind of Protein Shakes are you using? I am going to try and flavor my shakes...that's a great idea. I agree 100% about the week of discomfort being worth it! I am excited too, everyone I speak to says by 1 month you will be loving life lol!

I have not heard from the rest of the group, I wanted to get their numbers before we left but everyone left before me lol. Hopefully we will see them at the support group.

Hi Michelle - How are you doing? we are almost at 2wks - did you get your appt made?

Hi Davis,

Yes I did I am going on the 30th at 9:30. I am good, still can't get all the Protein in, kinda sick of the shakes. How are you doing?

Merry Christmas everyone! I hope everyone had a great on plan day!

I have a really hard time with plain Water also. The only thing that goes down smoothly for me is propel water lemon flavored. That I can drink. It is really weird. Good luck!

Amy,

I am so sorry for your loss. I know your mom is proud of you! Keep up the good work.

I was sleeved on 12/15 I am on the Meds too... Large capsules but no problem getting them down.

What do you mean "you feel like" your torso and back are black and blue? ARE they black and blue? There would be NO reason for your back to be black and blue; your belly - maybe. Your back, NO! Black and blue means bruising either from a direct injury or healing hematomas. Please explain your situation further.

My stomach is turning all sorts of colors. Some of my incisions hurt more than others. The most pain is on the right side. I have been holding a pillow against it every time I move. It helps a bit. My back feels really sore, like it is bruised up, it isn't though. I am not sure if I hurt it because I am being so protective of my movements as to not hurt my stomach. It is uncomfortable. I am not sure how else to describe it.

Is anybody just exhausted? I saw someone say they walked the mall already??? Holy cow the bathroom and back makes me tired! My Dr requires a full week of clear liquids only so I think that's part of the problem... Just not taking any calories or nutrition in..

I am so afraid of blood clots that my NUT said that I must walk at least 35-45 mins a day. That was my motivation. Yesterday the mall, today kohls.

Hi everyone I was sleeved on 12/15...I have been feeling ok but today I woke up and feel like my torso and back are black and blue. My incisions are bothering me when I change position. (Standing to sitting vice versa) any one else experiencing this?

Davis I am feeling pretty good. I walked around the mall for two hours this morning. I am not loving the vitamins...it took me a while to eat the calcium.....and Water is not my friend but I am hoping tomorrow will be better!

Davis I am feeling pretty good. I walked around the mall for two hours this morning. I am not loving the vitamins...it took me a while to eat the calcium.....and Water is not my friend but I am hoping tomorrow will be better!

@ I'm doing horrible with my liquids. I may get down 10-16 oz a day. The gas pain makes me scared to eat or drink anything.

Hey have you tried gas ex strips? I used 1this morning it worked well. Water is also bothering me, I started to drink power aid zero and got it down much better! Good luck

How are you doing. I was sleeved on 12/15.

I am ok... I also was sleeved on 12/15. I am having incision pains and loose stools after my "meals"... Sorry tmi... Lol.... Anyone else having that problem?

Davis this is Michelle from Greenwich .... How are you doing? Feeling better? I have a crazy question... Kate said to make one 9oz shake in the morning and then split it into 3 servings.... Do you think I can make 3 - 3oz shakes?

I have pain getting out of bed too... I am not getting in enough liquid. So far today I drank 5oz of Water and 6oz of Protein Shake (42 g).... How is everyone else doing with water?

Ohhh a heating pad that sounds awesome! Going to send hubby to get one tomorrow.

I am glad you guys are doing so well!

Hey all I am on the other side! First 2 days the gas pains sucked....now I am home and feeling a bit better. The only thing is the big incision on the right side hurts pretty bad. I have been holding a pillow against it and it helps. Anyone else having that pain? How long foes it last?