Kushka

Great job!!!

I'm also a fan!

Hello, Hello!

I was sleeved on 6/22. I only weigh in on Sundays, and so far I'm down around 28 pounds since June 1st which includes pre-op and post-op. The three ladies who were sleeved with me on the same day at OCC are all down about the same. We would all be classified as 'lower BMI" I believe, so we are pleased.

I'm in week one of soft foods. I also find it interesting that a scrambled egg goes down smoothly one day, and then sits like a rock another day. I tried some soft ground turkey this week, and the first two times it was ideal, and then yesterday I had serious stomach pain for about 30 mins, and tried to walk it off (same portion). I am working harder at chewing more, as I have dental issues and have never been a good chewer. This does not come easy for me. I love the taste of Shelley's Baked Ricotta (WorldAccordingtoEggFace), but it doesn't sit well for me yet, maybe because of the acid in the sauce. I am taking Omeprazol as prescribed by my surgeon.

I'm also trying some of the phone apps that help with Water reminders, as I continue to struggle to get in more than 32 ounces of Fluid, which is a real no no. Today, I was not allowed to have my yogurt with GENEPRO (which I love), until I drank 16 ounces. That worked!

I have a closet full of many sizes, and I have been able to shop there for clothes with tags still on them. I like that people are admiring my "new" work wardrobe rather than commenting on any weight loss.

Keep in touch, June Sleevers!

A lot of time has lapsed since the original posters posted.

I would get a passport since the change has been in effect for years, and my surgical coordinator told us it was required.

I think your things would be very safe at OCC. As a prior poster mentioned, I made fast friends with the other sleevers for the day, as well as with the companions. The employees at OCC are very professional, and there aren't that many people around to begin with.

That said - I didn't venture outside of the hotel grounds AT ALL, and my procedure was technically "textbook perfect." I think the phone camera ideas are your best bet, too.

Interesting information - thank you for posting!

My leg cramps are gone since I added a magnesium/zinc/calcium supplement. Whew.

That was brave of her to tell her story to you. Like the others posted, thank you for sharing it with us. I am four weeks post-op, and this is a good reminder of future challenges. It is time for me to get off my butt and start exercising.

I was sleeved on 6/22. My biggest challenge is the water/liquid - struggling to get 32 ounces even with adding crystal light. I started soft foods today and had horrible chest pain which I was able to walk off. Lots of adjustments, but I read a lot on this website and others, so I know what to do. I need to do it! We got this!

I'm glad to see this post came up when I searched leg cramps - no sense me starting a new one. Mine were awful last night. Good information above. I'm just under four weeks post-op and know I need to up my Water.

An excellent NSV for sure!

I had a LOT of (painful) hiccups my first two weeks, but since have not had them at all.

Very inspirational stories, and a lot of good reminders. Thanks for sharing.

You all are doing great. I had the sleeve on 6/22/15.

I'm writing in to let Kell know those "oil drops" are likely just mucous. Nothing to be concerned about.

I took two weeks and needed it due to fatigue. Went back this week and doing well.

I had the mumps when I was four, nearly died, and was very, very skinny. At that point, it became my mother's mission to fatten me up, and she was successful.

food meant love.

Even as I kid, I was eating "Farmer's Breakfasts" with eggs, bacon, sausage, and toast. Sandwiches always had a ton of Hellman's mayo, cheese, and salami. We had homemade potato salad with lots of mayo in it. We even had a side of mayo with our homegrown tomatoes and cucumbers. Mayo. That is one quick way to add some serious calories. My whole family was large.

Also, my father used to say, "eat up kids, you don't know when the next meal will be." That mantra stuck with me for a long time, despite acknowleging it and rationally observing it has no basis in truth.

For a reward, when I get to goal, my husband and I are going to stay at the Hotel del Coronado (oceanside of course)! For an experience, I'm going to wear a bathing suit in public!

You all are giving me more great ideas!

This was an interesting set of comments to read. Today was my first day back to work since my 6/22/15 surgery. I didn't expect (or want) any comments as no one at work knows about my sleeve except my boss, and because I am also up and down and all around with weight.

For the future, I think I'll much prefer "you look great!" to "have you lost weight?" I'm going to take that to heart myself when I compliment others.

I LOVE the answer above to "how much have you lost?" "Just enough to be sassy." I can't wait to use that one!!!!

I won't miss hurrying over my pool shots because I don't want my butt or body on display. I want to be a sexy pool player.

I can relate to the heat. I have to keep turning down the thermostat at work, and I tell the normal sized folk to put more layers on because they don't want to see me take any more off.

Better days are here and even better ahead!

What an ordeal for your family! I hope your daughter continues to steadily improve! ❤️

Buzzy Lizzy - I had mine on the 22nd with Dr. Ortiz and Dr. Martinez. They did five total that day. We all did well. I don't live far some San Diego so I was home Wed. evening.

First - these are all great reports and updates. I'm on day 2 and you all are making my stomach hurt from chuckling. Thank you!

Dr. Ortiz told us yesterday a straight forward sleeve is 30 minutes! I was in recovery for 1.5 hours.

I guess I'm feeling panicked today, with four days to go and lot to take care of. I just did a search on the website, and found more mixed info. I guess "drain or no drain" is about as varied as the "pre-op" diet requirements. Just ignore me (after you give me a virtual hug). I'll ask my surgeon on Monday. It is not like I'm not going through with this.

I see mixed information on this topic. Do most people need one for the gastric sleeve? Trust me, I've read a ton on the procedure, but I'm confused about this.