Everything posted by sallyomalley67
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3 days in...
If u drink more than you should, you will most likely throw up. Which is not fun. If theybsee it occur, they will understand more Im sure. Like the others, due to just having had surgery, walking is all that is recommended at this stage. Your body needs rest to recover. And as you will not be consuming many calories you will tire easily. Take care of yourself. Worry about the others later. ????
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I survived my first vacation post op, and felt fairly normal...... =)
Im headg to Orlando in July and praying I will be down enough in size to do all of your check off liat. I want to be able to ride so very much. Super happy for you!!!!
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February sleevers
Ok. I am telling this (dreaded) week number three stall that it is officially OVER. Today is day 1 of week four. You are no longer welcome. Thank you.
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I finally moved to full liquids! Yay!
O havent ventured out from the tomato one I mentioned until yesterday. I did do cream of broccoli. It was delish. Ive been eating soup broth from a chinese restaurant and giving the food parts of it to my family lol. That way i get the flavors. Its yummo!
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Excited Yet Nervous
I am just ending week 3. No complications. I can tell when I dont get in enough fluids and protein because I get tired easily. I lost 28 so far. Week 3 for many there us a stall. And of course i hit that this week. But i expected it so its not a biggie. I know so long as I stick to plan and measure what i am eating, it will start to come off again.
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Half way there...FINALLY in ONEderland!
You look amazing! Even your skin tone has changed. Just think... you have changed every cell in your body by your hard work! Keep it up!!! You GOT THIS!
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6 month surgiversary and at my ultimate goal
Amazingly well done!!! Cant wait to be there too!!!
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Excited Yet Nervous
The hospital.will provide ur drinks and such once u r there and doc has approved u to have liquids. Plus u will have an IV of fluids. At home i would keep the clear liquids ur doc approves. They will give u a list.
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February sleevers
Well. I officially hit the dreaded three week stall. Glad i knew it might happen. Not an issue. Im still down 28 lbs so woo hoo!!$
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Excited Yet Nervous
I was only given ice chips on day of surgery and didnt even think to ask if i could have more. Lol And didnt know about using gas strips til after i was home. I was kinda out of it i guess. I stopped pain meds day after surgery. They were giving me major headaches. The walking took care of the gas more or less. Just had a passing pang of pain when the gas moved. I would just change how i was sitting and it would go away. Or i would walk again haha
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May 2014 Sleevers-How are you?
Im not a May sleever, but wanted to say you look fantastic and you have done an amazing job!!!
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Excited Yet Nervous
I was comfortably mobile in a weeks time. And by 2 weeks back to work. Tired those 2 weeks tho. This is week 3 and im much improved energywise.
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Excited Yet Nervous
HA! U r up quickly walking. They like us to start walking within 2hours after being moves from recovery. The pain for me was minimal. The air left over from surgery was closer to painful. And walking makes it go away so as soon as I could hold my head up, i asked if i could walk, and where are the ice chips lol. Bring your chapstick! Your lips will be dry. And i walkes w my ice chip cup everywhere i went. :-) Walk. Sleep. Walk. Sleep. Home. Walk. Sleep. That will be for a few days. Your first shower will feel so good.
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Depression after the Gastric Sleeve
Oh yay! First bit of good news hun!
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Excited Yet Nervous
Ohh. Yeah. They knock u out so u wont feel it being put in. And u r loopy coming out of anesthesia when it comes out. No biggie
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Depression after the Gastric Sleeve
Gall bladder is painfullll too. And i do recall being nauceous and not wanting to eat. Have your doc order a sonogram of it. Once its out, it is suchhhh a relief.
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Depression after the Gastric Sleeve
Try to figure out what it is triggering your nausea as u eat. Is it texture, smell, firmness of the food? Try standing up, take a tiny bite. Walk away. Get your mind on another task. Dont bend over. No drink. Make sure you do not lie down soon afterwards. Go get another tiny bite if it holds. Put your hands above your head as you swallow. It may look goofy, and if your kids are there just shout hooray for mommy to make it not so strange to them. ???? Make a game out of it.
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Excited Yet Nervous
Robe, phone. Clothes to go home in. Toothpaste/brush. Slippers. Deoderant. Travel size shower items if u plan to take a shower there. Bare essentials. U will b sleeping and walking the rest of the time there.
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Pain after surgery?
@@AquariusDiva. I am CRACKING up re: your neighbor. Lol
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Surgery is Wedesday!
Good luck and speedy recovery!
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Surgery Prep
A robe is a good thing to have, but not necessary. Can always wear a 2nd gown backwards. For home, buy plenty of fluids on ur plan for when u get back. U cant drive for several days so make sure u r stocked up.
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Excited Yet Nervous
I was back at work in 2 weeks. I work in an office too. I teied going back earlier but I was wayyy too tired. Had a coworker who went back in about 5 days post surgery. Everyone is different.
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Depression after the Gastric Sleeve
What eating stage are you at? Clear liquids, full liquids, puree, or regular foods?
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Depression after the Gastric Sleeve
Are you home now hun?
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Depression after the Gastric Sleeve
I am saying prayers for you right now hun. I am so sorry that you are feeling like this. Just take it minute by minute until you receive a call back from your doctor. If you cannot handle it til then, go to the hospital. They can draw bloodwork to see whats going on. And my antidepressants did not take that long to take effect. Do make sure to call your doctor and be totally honest with them. Hiding anything will not help you to get better, to feel better, or to be there for your family. Great big hugs