Holly-wood

I just had mine done on the 9th at St Luke's by Dr Juarez.

Tomato Soup sounds awesome.

I had real Soup yesterday...not broth...let me just say that I never realized how delicious egg drop soup was. Hahaha. I felt like I was in complete heaven.

Hey everyone. I just got a new cookbook so I could start thinking about what fun things I can make and have at some point in the near future. Does anyone else have a good one?
I got "Weight Loss Surgery Cookbook for Dummies" It has every stage in it...seems pretty cool and easy.
Advice from others?

Moving on to phase 2. Getting excited.

Phase II pureed foods starts tomorrow. I'm very confused about Protein Drinks. If I'm using that as a Meal Replacement does that count as liquid as well? Also do I only drink 4 oz every 4 hrs? Somethings I'm now allowed to eat that I actually like. Watermelon (super excited about this), creamed spinach, blended yogurt, mashed potatoes w. Gravy or sour cream. If you are headed to phase II please share some ideas on what to eat. Hope everyone is punishing through.

Hi everyone! I was sleeved on Jan 6 th. I too struggled with gas and pain. I discovered Gas - X strips and they were a life saver! Also, for a more restful sleep, go get 1 or 2 body pillows. I have been sleeping in my bed since coming home from the hospital, and have 2 body pillows (1 for each side) that pending on which way I laid, I would put one side between my legs and hug against the tummy, and the other to support my back. Worked wonders!

Sleeves 1/8/14. Full Protein liquid diet until Thursday so it's boring but gotta do it . Pain is there around the stomach muscles and probably where the stomach is closed . Still hurts to move and switch positions in bed or get off couch but it's getting better ... Good luck ladies !

I had real Soup yesterday...not broth...let me just say that I never realized how delicious egg drop soup was. Hahaha. I felt like I was in complete heaven.

I've been looking on Pinterest and saving recipes for all stages, can't wait for next Wednesday for puréed food

I've loved being here, but I have to go back home and become responsible for myself so I'm getting ready to be discharged. I'm so sleepy with all the pain meds. But I'm so happy I've done this. Can't wait for results

WOOHOOOO!!! That's awesome!

Yay! Happy for you!

WOOHOOOO!!! That's awesome!

I go for my g sleeve January 27, i'm having a lot of questions pop up in my head. thanks for the posts to help answer those questions

I haven't had any issue getting Fluid in since waking from surgery. Dr Ortiz does a tight sleeve so I think it just varies from body to body. A week out and the fluids go down great! I just have to get into the habit of sipping every 15min! Getting more and more in each day and seeing the weight come off as a result! I'm so thrilled for us all to be PAST surgery, LOSING and learning our new lives!

BTW I slept awesome last night I did not realize how much I missed my bed from the horrible comforts of the hospital torture device they call a bed. I wake up and weigh myself everyday and I'm sooo happy I did this. I have no regrets. I'm glad I can just say this in good terms we are all LOSERS!

You're doing great mduffield!!!

PirateGirl...
I was sleeved just a few days after you on Jan 5th and am glad to hear from someone else that they are not having any problems getting fluids down. Since day 3 or so post-op, I am assuming once the swelling in my stomach went down, I have felt no restriction with fluids. I keep reading post after post about people not even coming close to getting their Protein Shakes or Water down that I was concerned that something was wrong with my sleeve. I am hopeful that I will feel that restriction once I move on to pureed and soft foods.

Hello fellow losers! ( haha.)
I am one week post op today! Just wanted to share stats!
HW 240
SW 238 ( starting pre op.)
DOS 220
Current 213!!
Goal 160
So pleased and happy! Post op has been challenging to stick to since I feel pretty good. I'm ready for some Beans and cottage cheese. Incisions are healing well. No more gas pain! Yay! I'll agree about drinking!! Gotta get those liquids in people, it helps your body so much.
"Smooth move tea" tastes fine and is a great natural laxative if any of you are struggling. I didn't take pain meds after surgery and still struggled but the tea works!

A good friend of mine sent anpicyure of me from a few years ago when about 10 of us decided to spend the day at Venice Beach, Ca. I remember the day so vividly. I could not walk because my back and knees were aching, do I told them to continue to walk and I'll catch up alter I rest: Dell, I never caught up and sneaked to my car which was 2 blocks away, but it felt like 20 blocks. I stopped by aF KFC AND ATE A 10 piece bucket of chicken in the car and cried!

I had real Soup yesterday...not broth...let me just say that I never realized how delicious egg drop soup was. Hahaha. I felt like I was in complete heaven.

Oh and what I'm really struggling with is how THIRSTY I am. Oh my god I'm so thirsty. My mouth is super dry and I can't wait to try Water later

I'm 2 days out--on full liquids now and getting discharged from the hospital later today.

My sexy ladies...I literally just got home From Mexico. I had my surgery on Monday and I'm not having any problems at all which is AWESOME. I'll agree that I'm sick of the broths but eh who cares it is not forever. I'm glad to see all my ladies in the post op. I have lost 8lbs since surgery and feel awesome. I'm able to sleep in bed but I have to put a pillow under my belly so it does not hurt my stitches. YAY! keep up the good work!