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vegbeth

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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    vegbeth got a reaction from Mimiof3 in Coffee   
    I was told no coffee for 3 months . Not even Decaf. I have the date marked on my calendar. Don't even know if I could get past the first sip right now but it still sounds appealing. NUT said it was to much acid on a healing stomach. I have my first post op appointment later this week, and I'm going to ask if decaf or green tea is ok. Herbal isn't cutting it!
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    vegbeth got a reaction from Alli Sunshine in Slow recovery?   
    I thought I was recovery on target till I read your post! I was sleeved on 12/28 and have only gone out 3x. Once to drive my mom somewhere, once to my therapist and yesterday I walked to the pharmacy to pick up some meds. And I'm exhausted today after that short walk. I've been walking about 3 miles around the house every day but that walk outside yesterday really took it out of me. I spend my whole day just trying to get in my Protein Shakes and Water.
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    vegbeth reacted to OutsideMatchInside in Haven't eaten since surgery, is this normal?   
    I couldn't leave the hospital if I couldn't "eat". I had to be able to finish most of a Protein shake and make a dent in the other stuff on my tray.
    You need to drink. Not drinking and not using your sleeve will just allow it to swell more and it will be harder to drink with each passing day.
    If you don't get fluids in you will dehydrate and you will be in the hospital.
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    vegbeth got a reaction from Joules007 in My work here is done   
    I consider myself a newbie as I just got sleeved in December. I find it so disappointing that so many vets are stepping out because some newbies are not receptive. That being said, I haven't read all the posts people are referring to and I assume their was some vitriol spewed at the vets which I can only imagine is hard to tolerate. It's just sad for folks like me who aren't trying to eat bacon or other inappropriate foods 1 week post op. I've dieted my whole life and would like this surgery to be the life change I need. I could really use all the valuable insight that the vets have.
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    vegbeth reacted to Joules007 in My work here is done   
    You can't beat experience...I am gutted were missing out on their support! I'm nearly 4 weeks post op (gastric bypass) and not all of us disrespect or underestimate our vets support
    Sent from iPad in the UK
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    vegbeth got a reaction from Joules007 in My work here is done   
    I consider myself a newbie as I just got sleeved in December. I find it so disappointing that so many vets are stepping out because some newbies are not receptive. That being said, I haven't read all the posts people are referring to and I assume their was some vitriol spewed at the vets which I can only imagine is hard to tolerate. It's just sad for folks like me who aren't trying to eat bacon or other inappropriate foods 1 week post op. I've dieted my whole life and would like this surgery to be the life change I need. I could really use all the valuable insight that the vets have.
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    vegbeth reacted to LittleBill in Food Weighing Question   
    It is more of a volume issue than weight. For example, if you weigh out your food and get 4 oz, you may have 4 oz by weight but not by volume. If you measure by volume, you may have 4 oz by volume, but it may weigh more.
    Here is what I did. I would put my food into the blender with enough liquid to purée it. Then, I would measure it out by volume, because that is what your stomach holds. Your stomach does not care so much about weight.
    Start out slow and learn what volume you can tolerate, and don't worry about the weight.
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    vegbeth reacted to Erissel in 4 weeks out... Math doesn't add up. Am I losing enough?   
    I'm not sure why do you find it discouraging, but nevertheless... thank you, because what you said makes sense. I guess I'm just so excited to be a 'regular' size person again that I got ahead of myself
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    vegbeth reacted to LittleBill in Feeling so sad   
    Just to add one more little bit of perspective to what everyone else has already written...
    Mrs. LittleBill and I were driving along yesterday, and passed a school. It was up in the mountains where I grew up. I said, "There's all the happy kids in school, stuck in there for the long, hard, dreary wait until the next holiday. When I was a kid, we all prayed for snow, which was our only hope for release."
    January and February can be tough. The big holiday season is over, it is winter out for many of us, and that means ice, snow, dark and cloudy days, etc. All of this can weigh a person down on top of everything you have to deal with in life and your recent surgery.
    If you have some time, perhaps this might be an opportunity to get out and meet some people. Volunteer somewhere, join a club, or just hang out in a coffee shop somewhere from time to time. Now, as your life is changing, you have a great opportunity to shape it in a direction you would like. Good luck with it!
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    vegbeth reacted to Redmaxx in Feeling so sad   
    You are still early in the post op journey. Emotions go all over the place. It does get better. This time of year is hard as well. Try to stay positive and continue with your therapist. And just remember, we, your bariatric family are always here to listen and try to help.
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    vegbeth got a reaction from SharBear617 in Feeling so sad   
    I just wanted to thank EVERYONE for their kind and supportive words. @@Suaniya thank you for reaching out so personally and as you mentioned it's been a Lot Of changes over the past few months. I know all of this is temporary so I try to stay focused on the positive.
    You all helped me get through a rough night and I'm going to keep coming back and reading all the kind and wonderful comments every time I start feeling down. In fact, I think I will print them out and post them around my house! One of the nice things about living alone, I can do silly things like that.
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    vegbeth reacted to HurricaneU in Feeling so sad   
    Focus on your goals. Think of some fun things you would like to accomplish. For instance, I love to travel, soon ill be looking forward to traveling while feeling healthy, instead being tired & drained, and also feeling so conscience about my weight while trying to enjoy my vacation. Im sure you have some fun personal goals or things you are looking forward to, right!
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    vegbeth reacted to Syaniya in Feeling so sad   
    Hey @@vegbeth it's great that you are still seeing the therapist, I am also still meeting with with mine. She was super easy to talk to, so I asked her if I could continue coming at least once a month and she was more than happy to keep me on. This journey definitely helps if you have someone unbiased to speak to. You have been through lots of changes in these last month's. From moving back here to take care of your mom, then onto taking steps for a healthier you.
    Just think once your healed, you'll go skiing again and get to do many of the things you enjoyed doing. Getting out of the house even for a short amount of time will make you feel good. Although with this cold weather, I'm not sure, but you love skiing so you're used to the cold
    Have you looked into any of the support groups at the office that meet? Maybe just taking that hour once a week will help as you'll be with people who are going through the same feelings and emotional roller coaster you're on.
    So glad your feeling good and haven't had too many of the problems some peole do. You did amazing preop and will continue to do awesome post op. Keep thinking positive thoughts and know that this is as much a mental journey as it is a physical one, but you will overcome.
    I did all my testing yesterday at the hospital from 8-12, and everything looked good except a small sliding hiatal hernia the tech said. Hes,sending everything over to doc so will see what he says on Wed at my next appt.
    Im here if you ever need to vent/talk. Work until about 6 every day except Sun, but message me and I'll get back soon as I have a second.
    Keep up the great progress!!!!!
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    vegbeth reacted to WLSResources/ClothingExch in Feeling so sad   
    It's true that many people experience emotional upheaval. Apart from that, you don't say whether you invited the friend who knows to visit. Since you're that close, why not let her know that her company would be particularly valued now? As some of the others have said, you can take steps to expand your social circle once you're more mobile.
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    vegbeth reacted to VooLivre2017 in Feeling so sad   
    Hi! I' about a week out from surgery and totally relate to the emotional rollercoaster. I distract myself by going for a short walk to get fresh air. Yesterday I basically just paced around outside my apartment building but it felt good to be out.
    I also have been on Pinterest, looking at new outfits and swimsuits I would like to buy in 8 months, after I lose most of this weight.
    CALL YOUR FRIENDS. Many of mine didn't know either. But, if you just call to say hello, ask them about their own lives and really listen, you feel better just being a listening ear to someone else. I actually told one friend about my surgery and they were surprisingly supportive.
    Hope you feel a little better tomorrow. Take it one day at a time.
    Oh, one more thing. I see from your ticker that you already lost 80 lbs! Celebrate that miracle! You worked for it. This surgery is definitely not the easy route.
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    vegbeth reacted to Djmohr in Feeling so sad   
    Having this type of surgery can be very emotional. It is perfectly normal to feel a little bit down at this stage.
    The important thing is you recognize it. Just know that it will get a little better every day.
    Try to take some good long walks, I swear it made me feel human again after my bypass.
    Drink lots of Water and try not to let it get to you.
    best of luck!
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    vegbeth reacted to clc9 in Feeling so sad   
    Between major surgery, thoughts of "what have I done to myself?", and the hormones from the fat you're burning, it's no wonder you feel depressed! Hang in there and search around on here. I was just reading a thread on depression - you're not alone in feeling this way. But the good news is, it's not forever.
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    vegbeth reacted to SharBear617 in Feeling so sad   
    Good start by posting to vent your feelings. But, you're not truly alone...you have you, your body, your mind, and your spirit, lots of company! Not making light of your feelings of sadness from what sounds like a result of some alienation you're going through, just trying to put a positive spin for you to consider. But it is true; all of those parts of ourselves look out for each other, nurture each other, protect each other, etc. Take some of this time while you're physically healing from your surgery to focus on how you can "feed" each one of those aspects of "self" so that you have energy for when you are feeling better to invest time and effort in to establishing more support systems in your future.
    I am wishing you calm, peace and strength to get through this sadness, and come out more whole on the other side. Are there any support group meetings through your surgeon's office you can get to? Many there would understand and identify with what you are dealing with. Also, maybe reach out to your friend that you did tell; some people, even though they care, still need to hear their help is needed and appreciated.
    Best of luck, and stay strong and positive.
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    vegbeth reacted to paul12677 in Feeling so sad   
    Sorry your feeling down but try thinking about how many new opportunities are in the near future.. new hobbies .. new people and friends will come into our lives with the new confidence .. the first few weeks are tough but it certainly gets better! Hang in there
    Paul12677
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    vegbeth got a reaction from midia in Dry mouth?!   
    Me too, and I've suddenly become a mouth breather at night. Plus my nose drips all the time since surgery last week. Driving me crazy!
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    vegbeth reacted to WorkItOutWoman in Any Colorado sleevers?   
    I am in downtown Denver. There are a lot of lean people in Colorado.
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    vegbeth reacted to this sucks in Low sugar drinks   
    fruit infused Water. I can't tolerate the artificial sweeteners at all since surgery.
    I add frozen fruit and lemon or lime slices to Water at night and let them sit in the refrigerator all night.
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    vegbeth reacted to LittleLizzieLilliput in I am so emotional!   
    I have this theory. I usually bring it out when people are dealing with loss, and this is a kind of loss so it makes sense.
    I believe we all have an emotional cup inside us. Most of the time that cup is only half full of our regular emotions. When something big happens our cup fills all the way up. I usually use this in relation to losing someone you love, but this surgery is losing someone one we loved...our old life and life style. Even if we are excited about it, this is a HUGE, permanent, scary, exciting, monumental change. So our emotional cup is full. Anything extra that gets added in just flows right over and out. Bamn! Having a hard time with a basic chore, frustrated? Suddenly tears spring to eyes and we can't even deal with minor frustrations. Someone says something insensitive and rude? Anger springs along with hurt, we don't understand why we are so sensitive! But we are sensitive because our internal Emotional Cup is full and it has no more room so everything we feel is right there at the top.
    Once you are more recovered and used to this new life your cup will slowly go back to normal and so will your emotional state. That's my theory anyway.
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    vegbeth got a reaction from Hiraeth in My horrible experience at a restaurant.   
    I completely agree with the above quoted post except that there was NO reason for the staff to be rude. When you are in the service industry (as I have been many times in recent past) you must always be polite to the customer. I should hope that management uses this experience to clarify their policy to customers in the future to avoid this.
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    vegbeth reacted to OutsideMatchInside in My horrible experience at a restaurant.   
    Nicer restaurants charge a split fee.
    If you don't want to pay stuff like that there is always Applebee's.
    Just because you are eating "less" does not mean you cost less to service.
    Why should the restaurant or the server lose money on your table because you had WLS?

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