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I was sleeved just before you. 60# is great!! Don't get too frustrated with this new phase, it too will pass. I buy Quest Protein bars for when I want something sweet. The chocolate ones are pretty good and so are the lemon. I also snack on watermelon squares, cheese squares, and saltines with laughing cow cheese wedges. I dont snack much though because I use fluids instead .... Protein drinks (nectar has great fruity ones!) or SF Water drops/flavors like raspberry lemonade help too.

Congrats on your new journey! Every plan is different, and every person reacts differently. At 7 days I was on full liquids (which includes yogurt, blended Soups, SF Jello, SF pudding/custard, etc). However a friend was on a different stage at this same point. I would check with your Dr or NUT to see exactly where they want you, but in my experience NO, you should not have potatoes or eggs yet. Hang in there though. You are healing & soon enough you will see the benefits of waiting it out.

My Day 2 (clear liquids) was pitiful! I discovered that I couldn't get anything down if it was luke warm or room temperature...everything had to be either ice cold or hot. Once they put ice in everything I was better. Still struggled for a few days to get higher amounts down, but it slowly increased.

Lifting you both up in prayer. God bless you.

Chicken on the grill for us ... but one of my favorites is chicken stir fry over cauliflower 'rice'. I can add whatever veggies I feel like having that day & season it with just low sodium soy sauce & a bit of worcestershire sauce. The rice is easy to make .... grind raw cauliflower in a food processor until small granules, the fry in a pan or roast in oven.

I sent you a private message as it was a lengthy response! ☺

What kinds of foods are you eating? My NUT cautioned me that it was more of what I was eating vs. How much. She stated that I wouldn't be able to eat very much, but my food choices could stalemate me. I was extremely faithful (my hubby says anal) to my plan because I was afraid to fail.

What are you turning to when you are looking to eat something with CRUNCH? I have had issues with some raw veggies, so not sure that is a good option for me. I am usually content with pretty much whatever I eat however, I find myself wanting to really crunch something every now & then.

ROFL!!! Thank you for the giggle! ????

First, I am so very sorry for the loss of you MIL. ???? Second, you are also mourning the loss of your previous coping mechanisms. Which is another devastation for you. While I haven't experienced this myself, a friend did. She used walking EVERY CHANCE SHE GOT to help get her through. She walked 5, sometimes 8 miles at a time. However, sometimes it isn't practical to just leave a house full of family to go walking. She busied herself with all the organization 'stuff' ... making sure everyone had what they needed, putting out more food, making coffee, etc. She was a regular little Holly Hostess. It wasn't perfect & she still called to cry on my shoulder, but it did help her through the worst of it until ahe could get back to her routine. I hope things get easier for you during this especially difficult time.

I'll join on on this pity party! I feel your frustration. A relative was sleeved 2 months before me & people are constantly comparing me to her. Different bodies, different starting weights, etc. A group that I belong to has begun using #nonscalevictories as our motivating hashtag. When we are feeling down we look for those non-scale things that boost us up ... try in old or new clothes, compare before/current photos, a new workout success, etc. I have found that even when the scale is moving slooooowwwww, I can usually find at least one #nonscalevictory that makes it all worthwhile. Try it & see if it helps. Keep it up, so many of us know how you feel & are cheering you on.

That's my problem ... can't run without knee & back pain. My trainer said walking at a fast pace is just as good as running ... only it takes you a little longer to get there! She has me doing lots of leg strengthening to help my timing improve.

I just walked my first 5K last week. I walk 3-5 miles 4 or 5 times per week and have been working with a personal trainer at the gym 2 days per week. Like @@Amylou said change it up so your body doesnt get complacent.

Congratulations! God luck for a speedy recovery & an enjoyable journey!

Congrats! Best of luck for continued speedy recovery. Welcome to the losers bench!

Like @sweattea said ... breathe! Your experience so far sounds a lot like mine. I am 3 mos post-op & the other shoe hasn't dropped (knock on wood!) Surgery was easier than I thought & recovery was a breeze. I am dropping lbs slow & steady, off nearly all meds, and a1c is normal again. For a while I told my nurse that I felt guilty having it so easy. She said some people are like that, just go with it! You got this! Good luck!

I am a teacher who was sleeved on May 11th. I returned to work full duty 2weeks after my surgery date. I explained to my admin what my needs were & they were very accommodating! I wouldn't be moving furniture or setting up your classroom if I were you, but PD days should be fine. I was able to do all my regular responsibilities, with a little more fatigue than normal but nothing overwhelming. Good luck & happy Back to School!

Well, first off, it is important to remember that everyone's journey is going to look different. Try not to take stock in what others have been through, as your experience could be totally opposite. That said... what did it look like?? I was up and walking around 2 hours after surgery. I had very little medication and almost no pain or gas bloating. Day 1 was all IV liquids, Day 2 was Clear Liquids, and Day 3 started full liquids. I struggled with getting enough fluids in on Day 3 & discovered only ice cold would go down easy enough. By mid afternoon I was sent home and I welcomed visitors. I was bored!! I did tire easily if I tried to do too much, like loads of laundry without a break in between. Having people around helped me continuously sip on my fluids, otherwise I was more apt to veg out or sleep. My 6 yr old niece came to play board games & my mum binge watched Netflix with me. I wasn't allowed back to work until 2 weeks post-op, but honestly could have returned after 1 week. I am now 3mos post-op. I have had no complications or side effects. However, I also followed my plan meticulously. I've been told by others that my experiences aren't really typical and most sleevers have at least something that is bothersome. My best advice is to do what you are supposed to, listen to your body, and take it one day at a time.

Best of luck! It is perfectly normal to be all of those things, including nervous. Can't wait to hear how it all goes for you

This is my new favorite summertime treat!! I did 1/2 frozen banana, 1/4 cup almond milk, and ice to thicken it. I am 3 mos. post-op and my NUT okay'd it, as long as it is not every day. I added frozen peaches once & strawberries another time. Going to have to try the PB2 like someone suggested as PB & banana is a favorite of mine!

It was about two weeks (when I returned to work) before I could do that many stairs. I started off with 4-5 the first few days & kept increasing each day or two.

Only you can decide if this is going to work or not. I know people who had a rough start & were very successful. I also lnow some who did wonderful at first, but slowly returned to their old life. If you are determined to do it, then do it! It isn't easy, but you have to want it more than the alternatives. Best of luck!

Congratulations on this new phase of your journey! 4.... keep moving & gets better & better! 5.... after the first 24hrs I had a hard time with anything room temperature. It either needed to be ice cold or hot. My doc said that wasnt uncommon & go with whatever works, but I hadn't heard this before. 6.... Get your rest & Good luck!

Same problem here... I have *no* appetite ever since my surgery and I am 3 months out as well. I do like TammyDTM suggested & exercise then easy a high protein meal. I also find if my drinks are ice, ice cold it is easier for me to get them down. I fill 2 water bottles with SF flavored water & one protein drink the night before. Stick them in the fridge & they are cold for the next day. I buy Quest protein bars & some protein 'chips' and sometimes these are my meal. They are really small portions & help me reach my protein goal for the day.

At first, pre-op, I only told my immediate family & best friend. I felt like you ... that I didnt want to deal with the negativity of others. That said, now that it is over & I feel so great, I am telling anyone & everyone who asks! This has been a total life changer for me and I am no longer concerned with the responses. I feel good & that is all that matters. And to be honest, I have encountered VERY FEW negative opinions. Most people are happy for me because they can see that I am happy. Do what is best for you, but I'd suggest you take it as it comes. You need to feel comfortable with what you chose to say.