CrazyB

I about to get to week 2 of free fluids. No vomiting or nausea so far. I did try a little bit of plain greek yoghurt - found I can handle about 3-4 dessert spoons and thats it. I am using up my supply of Optifast at the moment - takes me around an hour to drink 200-250ml of it at the moment. Taking a couple of chewable vitamins a day as well. Getting in a bit of exercise too which is good. I'm down 14lbs since surgery on 24th May.

Interesting read as a brand new sleever. I wasnt convinced about the band when I first looked at surgery two years ago. As to whether my new tool is a temporary or a permanent solution - only time and my attitude will tell!

And I'm done! All went well. Got a good load of morphine on board.
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You will get there. I am four-hour post op.
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Literally in my hospital bed waiting to go in for surgery!

I'm in admissions now
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I'm leaving my house in 50 mins I guess I should jump in the shower now.. i am so prepared that I have nothing to do but wait.
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And I am done. So happy.
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And I am done. So happy.
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And I am done. So happy.
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Signed consent forms today - clear liquid tomorrow - surgery on the 25th at 7:30 AM. Ready to go but nervous now that it is here!

In tomorrow on the 24th - shifting between excited and anxious. Tired of opening Optifast pouches.

Here's a little follow up since my original post!!
I am now almost 3 week post op! I feel fantastic! In my original post I was so nervous about my sons class trip to the zoo that was 2 weeks post op. Well I had no problem going on that trip last week. I had energy to keep up. I just started pureed that day so I packed extra Water with me and kept sipping all day and a yogurt for lunch time. I took a few spoonfuls of yogurt and was fine. No one else thought anything of it. The following day I had plans with a friend for my son and I to come over for a pizza play date. We went and I just said i was on a special diet brought a yogurt with me and declines the wine for water due to my "diet".
The first few days post op were tiring but after day 3 or 4 I was raring to go. For me meal times were a little tough bc I do have 3 small children to prepare meals for. Breakfast and lunch were no big deal. dinner was hard to make and sit down with my bowl of broth but it was short lived and it gets easier each day. So far I'm very happy with my decision to get sleeved.
As far as keeping the secret to yourself it can be done and I wouldn't worry about anyone else. I'm talking about dieting and exercise with friends so hopefully it just looks like that's where he weight loss came in to play.
My advice is just to be confident and this is our story we don't have to live an open book for the world to know.
Negative people will make comments whether they no or not so just be confident in yourself and don't let anyone else get in your head!
Cheers to you all! Good luck on your journey!! ❤️❤️❤️
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Photo on left before surgery, Photo on right took this week; feeling proud

Here is what I have found that works for me:
Track my food. I use MyFitnessPal.
Get at least 64 oz of Fluid every day. I count all fluids, including my Protein Shakes toward this total. (I also avoid carbonation and severely limit caffeine.)
Get at least 100 grams protein every day.
Avoid starches, added sugars, and fried foods.
Practice eating mindfully: Eat slowly, take small bites, and chew thoroughly.
Take my Vitamins and supplements as directed.
Exercise. Once my incisions healed, I got back in the pool. My primary exercise is swimming.
Weigh infrequently (no more often than once a week).
Get enough restful sleep.
Do something creative every day. (For me, this is part of stress management. Exercise, nutritious food, sleep, etc. are all part of my goal to manage my stress on healthy ways.)
Journaling/prayer/meditation/spiritual practice.
Participating on BariatricPal and attending support group meetings when possible.
Continuing to learn and read about obesity, nutrition, emotional eating, etc.
And, learn to Embrace the Stall
http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall