Jill_Icardi

Jamie,
First off, thanks for the positive comment about my stomach. I have a strange build for sure. I have been scouring the internet for specific exercises for my legs because they are incredibly large and covered with bulging fat deposits. Like you said...maybe as I lose weight overall, some is bound to come off there too. I will likely require some liposuction. I am just thankful for the opportunity to have this surgery!! I weighed in at 283 this morning, which is a 15 pound loss from the Feb 1st when I started my preop diet. 4 weeks to go till surgery.

@@sassycas45 I am on day 13 and the scale isn't moving. I only have myself to blame because I'm not following the rules. I've even snuck in a few cheese cubes (aka a dozen). What the heck?!? I am struggling to get in my Protein and Water too. It tastes gross to me. My husband said, "Just hold your nose!" Easier said than done. I am on full fluids until Day 18, when the pureed food starts. I know everyone has a different experience but I am so disappointed with myself! I thought I was stronger than this. I lost more weight pre op than I am losing now. I lost 49 lbs. pre op. I have only lost 10-14 since surgery......meaning I have weighed between 253 and 257 all week. I broke down and ordered some unflavored protein and am going to add some of that to my drinks today and see if I can detect anything. I feel like a whiner. I've got to get this right!

Good evening everyone! It's encouraging to read that the majority of you are doing well with your recent surgeries.
I am 10 days out and every day I am feeling a bit better. It has been challenging getting the Protein and fluids in. I am up to two premier Proteins and one thinned greek yogurt a day with about 40 ounces of Water. Today was the second day I was able to do that. I am not putting too much stock into what the scale is telling me because I am all over the place. I was down three pounds yesterday and then again today. This must be Fluid loss from surgery. Nobody loses three pounds a day!
One thing that shocked me is that the Syntrax Nectars I seemed to love before surgery all taste disgusting to me right now. They are literally gagging me. I had to go buy some premier shakes which aren't the best but I am tolerating them. I still find myself staring at the potato chips every time I go in the kitchen and asked my husband to hide them if he is going to eat them. That is my crack!
To date, I am down 14 pounds from surgery and 53 pounds total since Jan 29th when I began this crazy journey. I have no regrets thus far but I am really getting sick of liquids!!! I have been daydreaming about food that is off limits! The head hunger is still there!!! It's the worst.

@@heav85 i know your pain I'm 13days post op the scale stayed the same until yesterday and it was only 2lbs I'm having problems getting fluids in i get about 32oz of Water in daily the Protein doesn't work for me 4 sips of the protein and I'm in the bathroom with diarrhea. Im waiting for my surgeon to get back to me. It's upsetting that u follow the guidelines and it don't work for you. Keep your head up I am.

Good evening everyone! It's encouraging to read that the majority of you are doing well with your recent surgeries.
I am 10 days out and every day I am feeling a bit better. It has been challenging getting the Protein and fluids in. I am up to two premier Proteins and one thinned greek yogurt a day with about 40 ounces of Water. Today was the second day I was able to do that. I am not putting too much stock into what the scale is telling me because I am all over the place. I was down three pounds yesterday and then again today. This must be Fluid loss from surgery. Nobody loses three pounds a day!
One thing that shocked me is that the Syntrax Nectars I seemed to love before surgery all taste disgusting to me right now. They are literally gagging me. I had to go buy some premier shakes which aren't the best but I am tolerating them. I still find myself staring at the potato chips every time I go in the kitchen and asked my husband to hide them if he is going to eat them. That is my crack!
To date, I am down 14 pounds from surgery and 53 pounds total since Jan 29th when I began this crazy journey. I have no regrets thus far but I am really getting sick of liquids!!! I have been daydreaming about food that is off limits! The head hunger is still there!!! It's the worst.

Good evening everyone! It's encouraging to read that the majority of you are doing well with your recent surgeries.
I am 10 days out and every day I am feeling a bit better. It has been challenging getting the Protein and fluids in. I am up to two premier Proteins and one thinned greek yogurt a day with about 40 ounces of Water. Today was the second day I was able to do that. I am not putting too much stock into what the scale is telling me because I am all over the place. I was down three pounds yesterday and then again today. This must be Fluid loss from surgery. Nobody loses three pounds a day!
One thing that shocked me is that the Syntrax Nectars I seemed to love before surgery all taste disgusting to me right now. They are literally gagging me. I had to go buy some premier shakes which aren't the best but I am tolerating them. I still find myself staring at the potato chips every time I go in the kitchen and asked my husband to hide them if he is going to eat them. That is my crack!
To date, I am down 14 pounds from surgery and 53 pounds total since Jan 29th when I began this crazy journey. I have no regrets thus far but I am really getting sick of liquids!!! I have been daydreaming about food that is off limits! The head hunger is still there!!! It's the worst.

Good evening everyone! It's encouraging to read that the majority of you are doing well with your recent surgeries.
I am 10 days out and every day I am feeling a bit better. It has been challenging getting the Protein and fluids in. I am up to two premier Proteins and one thinned greek yogurt a day with about 40 ounces of Water. Today was the second day I was able to do that. I am not putting too much stock into what the scale is telling me because I am all over the place. I was down three pounds yesterday and then again today. This must be Fluid loss from surgery. Nobody loses three pounds a day!
One thing that shocked me is that the Syntrax Nectars I seemed to love before surgery all taste disgusting to me right now. They are literally gagging me. I had to go buy some premier shakes which aren't the best but I am tolerating them. I still find myself staring at the potato chips every time I go in the kitchen and asked my husband to hide them if he is going to eat them. That is my crack!
To date, I am down 14 pounds from surgery and 53 pounds total since Jan 29th when I began this crazy journey. I have no regrets thus far but I am really getting sick of liquids!!! I have been daydreaming about food that is off limits! The head hunger is still there!!! It's the worst.

Hi everyone! I had surgery this past Monday (March 30). I did well until the nausea started and stayed with me for two whole days. They kept me an extra day in the hospital. So thankful for that because they could give me all my meds through iv. Finally home. Having a hard time sleeping on my back. Besides that doing well. Tomorrow I start full liquids with Protein Shakes and Vitamins. Glad to hear that many of you are doing well also. Thanks for all your posts. They are encouraging to read as we begin our new sleeved lives. Have a blessed day everyone. Remember to keep sipping, sipping and sipping.

Good evening everyone! It's encouraging to read that the majority of you are doing well with your recent surgeries.
I am 10 days out and every day I am feeling a bit better. It has been challenging getting the Protein and fluids in. I am up to two premier Proteins and one thinned greek yogurt a day with about 40 ounces of Water. Today was the second day I was able to do that. I am not putting too much stock into what the scale is telling me because I am all over the place. I was down three pounds yesterday and then again today. This must be Fluid loss from surgery. Nobody loses three pounds a day!
One thing that shocked me is that the Syntrax Nectars I seemed to love before surgery all taste disgusting to me right now. They are literally gagging me. I had to go buy some premier shakes which aren't the best but I am tolerating them. I still find myself staring at the potato chips every time I go in the kitchen and asked my husband to hide them if he is going to eat them. That is my crack!
To date, I am down 14 pounds from surgery and 53 pounds total since Jan 29th when I began this crazy journey. I have no regrets thus far but I am really getting sick of liquids!!! I have been daydreaming about food that is off limits! The head hunger is still there!!! It's the worst.

Good evening everyone! It's encouraging to read that the majority of you are doing well with your recent surgeries.
I am 10 days out and every day I am feeling a bit better. It has been challenging getting the Protein and fluids in. I am up to two premier Proteins and one thinned greek yogurt a day with about 40 ounces of Water. Today was the second day I was able to do that. I am not putting too much stock into what the scale is telling me because I am all over the place. I was down three pounds yesterday and then again today. This must be Fluid loss from surgery. Nobody loses three pounds a day!
One thing that shocked me is that the Syntrax Nectars I seemed to love before surgery all taste disgusting to me right now. They are literally gagging me. I had to go buy some premier shakes which aren't the best but I am tolerating them. I still find myself staring at the potato chips every time I go in the kitchen and asked my husband to hide them if he is going to eat them. That is my crack!
To date, I am down 14 pounds from surgery and 53 pounds total since Jan 29th when I began this crazy journey. I have no regrets thus far but I am really getting sick of liquids!!! I have been daydreaming about food that is off limits! The head hunger is still there!!! It's the worst.

Good evening everyone! It's encouraging to read that the majority of you are doing well with your recent surgeries.
I am 10 days out and every day I am feeling a bit better. It has been challenging getting the Protein and fluids in. I am up to two premier Proteins and one thinned greek yogurt a day with about 40 ounces of Water. Today was the second day I was able to do that. I am not putting too much stock into what the scale is telling me because I am all over the place. I was down three pounds yesterday and then again today. This must be Fluid loss from surgery. Nobody loses three pounds a day!
One thing that shocked me is that the Syntrax Nectars I seemed to love before surgery all taste disgusting to me right now. They are literally gagging me. I had to go buy some premier shakes which aren't the best but I am tolerating them. I still find myself staring at the potato chips every time I go in the kitchen and asked my husband to hide them if he is going to eat them. That is my crack!
To date, I am down 14 pounds from surgery and 53 pounds total since Jan 29th when I began this crazy journey. I have no regrets thus far but I am really getting sick of liquids!!! I have been daydreaming about food that is off limits! The head hunger is still there!!! It's the worst.

Today is day 6 in Sleeveland. I didn't think I'd make it but here I am! I've second guessed my decision so many times. I can't seem to get enough liquids or Proteins down. The belching and hiccups hurt so badly. I'm at about 15oz of Water and 20g of Protein. Still on Clear Liquids and started Vitamins on Sunday. But- today feels promising! Happy April! ????

That's great news!! So glad to hear you surgery was able to go ahead Wish you a smooth and speedy recovery xx

Hello March sleevers, it's official. I was sleeved this morning. I am so exhausted. These meds have me coming in and out sleep. Thank you for all the advice, support and encouragement.

Two weeks po-op tomorrow. Feeling great down 16lbs and 8 inches. Go back for check up 4/1.

today is my first day with Protein Shakes, lets see how i receive them.

i had my surgery the last Monday 23, sleeve

Hello everyone! I am still in Baja California, Mexico. I had my VSG surgery yesterday afternoon and was discharged this morning and am now back at my hotel. It went AMAZING! I have had no gas pain...in fact aside from being a little foggy headed, my tummy is only slightly sore...not at the incisions, just inside. My doctors were totally amazing and had such a great bedside manner. Dr. Ortiz gave me two huge hugs and told me I was beautiful and told me he wants to see my after photos. Talk about blushing. I felt like a teenager.
The facility was so clean and the staff were all kind and beyond caring. This was such a good experience and I can only hope that you all have the same. I plan to go down to the shopping district and pick up a few trinkets to take back.
That's all I have to report. I wish you all great success!!

Hello everyone! I am still in Baja California, Mexico. I had my VSG surgery yesterday afternoon and was discharged this morning and am now back at my hotel. It went AMAZING! I have had no gas pain...in fact aside from being a little foggy headed, my tummy is only slightly sore...not at the incisions, just inside. My doctors were totally amazing and had such a great bedside manner. Dr. Ortiz gave me two huge hugs and told me I was beautiful and told me he wants to see my after photos. Talk about blushing. I felt like a teenager.
The facility was so clean and the staff were all kind and beyond caring. This was such a good experience and I can only hope that you all have the same. I plan to go down to the shopping district and pick up a few trinkets to take back.
That's all I have to report. I wish you all great success!!

Hello everyone! I am still in Baja California, Mexico. I had my VSG surgery yesterday afternoon and was discharged this morning and am now back at my hotel. It went AMAZING! I have had no gas pain...in fact aside from being a little foggy headed, my tummy is only slightly sore...not at the incisions, just inside. My doctors were totally amazing and had such a great bedside manner. Dr. Ortiz gave me two huge hugs and told me I was beautiful and told me he wants to see my after photos. Talk about blushing. I felt like a teenager.
The facility was so clean and the staff were all kind and beyond caring. This was such a good experience and I can only hope that you all have the same. I plan to go down to the shopping district and pick up a few trinkets to take back.
That's all I have to report. I wish you all great success!!

Hello everyone! I am still in Baja California, Mexico. I had my VSG surgery yesterday afternoon and was discharged this morning and am now back at my hotel. It went AMAZING! I have had no gas pain...in fact aside from being a little foggy headed, my tummy is only slightly sore...not at the incisions, just inside. My doctors were totally amazing and had such a great bedside manner. Dr. Ortiz gave me two huge hugs and told me I was beautiful and told me he wants to see my after photos. Talk about blushing. I felt like a teenager.
The facility was so clean and the staff were all kind and beyond caring. This was such a good experience and I can only hope that you all have the same. I plan to go down to the shopping district and pick up a few trinkets to take back.
That's all I have to report. I wish you all great success!!

Just walk and use your spirometer and you will get through it. Its not that bad...at least to me.

Hello everyone! I am still in Baja California, Mexico. I had my VSG surgery yesterday afternoon and was discharged this morning and am now back at my hotel. It went AMAZING! I have had no gas pain...in fact aside from being a little foggy headed, my tummy is only slightly sore...not at the incisions, just inside. My doctors were totally amazing and had such a great bedside manner. Dr. Ortiz gave me two huge hugs and told me I was beautiful and told me he wants to see my after photos. Talk about blushing. I felt like a teenager.
The facility was so clean and the staff were all kind and beyond caring. This was such a good experience and I can only hope that you all have the same. I plan to go down to the shopping district and pick up a few trinkets to take back.
That's all I have to report. I wish you all great success!!

Hello everyone! I am still in Baja California, Mexico. I had my VSG surgery yesterday afternoon and was discharged this morning and am now back at my hotel. It went AMAZING! I have had no gas pain...in fact aside from being a little foggy headed, my tummy is only slightly sore...not at the incisions, just inside. My doctors were totally amazing and had such a great bedside manner. Dr. Ortiz gave me two huge hugs and told me I was beautiful and told me he wants to see my after photos. Talk about blushing. I felt like a teenager.
The facility was so clean and the staff were all kind and beyond caring. This was such a good experience and I can only hope that you all have the same. I plan to go down to the shopping district and pick up a few trinkets to take back.
That's all I have to report. I wish you all great success!!

Hello everyone! I am still in Baja California, Mexico. I had my VSG surgery yesterday afternoon and was discharged this morning and am now back at my hotel. It went AMAZING! I have had no gas pain...in fact aside from being a little foggy headed, my tummy is only slightly sore...not at the incisions, just inside. My doctors were totally amazing and had such a great bedside manner. Dr. Ortiz gave me two huge hugs and told me I was beautiful and told me he wants to see my after photos. Talk about blushing. I felt like a teenager.
The facility was so clean and the staff were all kind and beyond caring. This was such a good experience and I can only hope that you all have the same. I plan to go down to the shopping district and pick up a few trinkets to take back.
That's all I have to report. I wish you all great success!!