Newbeva

Thanks. I will ask when I see him. The scheduler said it'd be a pre op so I think he is wanting to just go ahead and remove it. I will have to wait a little while though cause I've only been back to work 3 weeks.

I'll bet you're right. Maybe your liver became bruised during the surgery. Ask your doc whether Actigall might help your sludge when you go in.
Keep us posted! Fingers crossed that everything comes out good!

Weigh in 5/30-- 255.6

So... personal question. Is there anyone else that has the Mirena and after surgery your menstrual cycle decided to go haywire? Had my cycle before surgery. Ended day of surgery. 2 days later it's back and has been non stop ever since. That was 3 weeks ago. If it were just spotting... I wouldn't mind too much. I was used to that. But this is full force. I know my estrogen is probably playing a part in it... but I am getting very tired of this. Lol. I had just started having normal monthly cycles 6 months ago with Mirena so I was very happy to be done with the daily bleeding. I don't think my body liked it too much for a couple years. Now I feel good enough for some "fun" with my husband... but my body is not allowing it!
Today is the first day I've had cramping with it... but I just wish it would go away.

My body didn't agree with the mirena. I bled daily for 2.5 years after getting it. I finding just starting getting normal cycles 6 months ago. So to have it come back daily sucks! I had planned on hormones being messed up during the weight loss but I didn't think it'd be this bad. It's almost like as my uterus is trying to build the lining back up, my body just won't let it and it's constantly shedding.
I'm going to schedule an appointment with my regular Dr on Monday to check my levels and see how my Iron is now.
Thank you for sharing your experience. Hopefully soon this will level off.

I was prepared for this to happen since I heard of it happening a lot but the opposite happened to me. I'm 5.5 weeks post op and my cycle is late and hasn't come back yet. I was always regular before surgery.

Yes ma'am! I don't have the Mirena, I have the Nexplanon Implant. When I first got it about 5 years ago I was already close to my heaviest weight and had been on DepoProvera so my periods just stopped entirely. 1 week after surgery I got my period, and then just yesterday it came again! I've been using the Glow app to track all of this so I can start to identify patterns and see how it normalizes as my weight goes down.
If I could make a recommendation for sanitary napkins, I've just discovered Always Maxi Size 5 Extra Heavy Overnight Pads with Wings - the coverage is fantastic for plus size undies!

Sorry for missing a couple weeks. Totally slipped my mind after surgery.
Weight in yesterday 5/19: 260lb

Feeling regret is totally normal. I felt it from around day 4 to day 8. It was bad. But it was all my head and seeing the yummy food my friends kept posting on Facebook or getting an email from pizza Hut. It gets better. I'm almost 3 weeks post off now and I am much happier.

That sounds amazing! Can you post a pic so I know what to get? I too am a chick FIL a ccokies and cream addict!

In a stall you can bounce around a few pounds up or down. Also jeep in mind if you're anywhere near your cycle some bloating could be a contributing factor. Give it another week and weight again and you may be pleasantly surprised.

Yes they will! I love them too! Affordable and good quality and comparable to other pricier brands!

Right now... every day. I'm 1 week post op.
I'm going to try to start doing weekly because I know if I do daily and hit that infamous 3 week stall I am going to discourage myself further.

I survived the 1st week! Have my 1 week follow up tomorrow.
I have to say that today was the worst day by far. My head hunger was out of control and it had me regretting the surgery.
Started with an email from pizza hut... it looked so good. Then a commercial for subway. Then my sister rubbing in going to Texas Roadhouse for a steak. My friend snapping me a pic of her Wendy's burger and fries about killed me. And finally with my husband bringing home lasagna and cake from his Dad's bday party.
I did lick a peep today... I was weak. But you know what? Peeps give no flavor unless you bite it so it was a wasted lick. And a reminder at just how much of a b***h my own mind can be and that I need to fight twice as hard to knock her off her throne. I wanted to lick a piece of lasagna... but i didnt.
Now that it's bed time I feel better. Not as sad and grumpy.
And I didn't need any Zofran today so that's a win.

On another note, I am struggling with my Fluid intake. I have only met goal 1 day since surgery so I have to work on that big time.

Also Pinterest has a ton of great recipes for the soft phase and further out too.

Best of luck to all the other May 1st sleevers and hope everyone is doing well!

The abdominal binder is a life saver. I just asked for one at the hospital and they gave it to me and helped me put it on. I learned about them after my c-section so I knew to ask. For me it helps the "my insides are falling out" feeling. It makes it much easier to get up and move around as well.

Yes. The abdominal binder is a lifesaver. I asked for one at the hospital and they gave it to me with no fuss. They knew exactly what I meant when I said the wrap thingie. Lol. My head was very foggy. Lol
And I can confirm that the first week is full of mixed feelings. Tomorrow will be 1 week post op for me and today was the absolute hardest. I spent the majority of the day beating myself up and regretting this surgery because I couldn't have any of the food I wanted. I wasn't actually hungry... I just wanted that pizza that pizza Hut sent me a coupon to my email for and that subway sandwich I saw a commercial for and the lasagna my husband brought home from his dad's bday and that steak my sister made sure to rub in she was eating. It was all in my head. And it made today the hardest day yet. I am looking forward to the soft food stage. 1 more week.
I keep reminding myself that this will all be worth it. Just stay strong and you will do great.

Weigh in 5/5: 284.6
Had surgery 5/1 so hopefully that number will drop steadily here on out

And if you don't like the sugar free fudge pops... you can buy Sugar Free Chocolate fudge pudding and sugar free cool whip and make homemade fudge pops. My Dr was okay with me doing that so I made then in ice cube trays and if I'm struggling and wanting some real food... like I wanted to lick a cheese puff yesterday... I grab one of those and I'm good.
Plus looking at post sleeve recipes on pinter estate has me all excited to start the soft food portion in a week and a half

I was sleeved Monday and I struggle to get my fluids and Protein in as well. The first few days were rough. My NUT told me my goal was to be able to hit 32 Oz today. I feel like I might actually meet that goal today. I'm not required to hit 64 Oz until at least a week out. And make sure to count everything. A sugar free popsicle is 2 oz. They told me if I had to, eat 16 Popsicles to meet my goal. Lol. Old me would have cheered. New me was wondering how that'd even be possible. Lol

And if you don't like the sugar free fudge pops... you can buy Sugar Free Chocolate fudge pudding and sugar free cool whip and make homemade fudge pops. My Dr was okay with me doing that so I made then in ice cube trays and if I'm struggling and wanting some real food... like I wanted to lick a cheese puff yesterday... I grab one of those and I'm good.
Plus looking at post sleeve recipes on pinter estate has me all excited to start the soft food portion in a week and a half

I was sleeved Monday and I struggle to get my fluids and Protein in as well. The first few days were rough. My NUT told me my goal was to be able to hit 32 Oz today. I feel like I might actually meet that goal today. I'm not required to hit 64 Oz until at least a week out. And make sure to count everything. A sugar free popsicle is 2 oz. They told me if I had to, eat 16 Popsicles to meet my goal. Lol. Old me would have cheered. New me was wondering how that'd even be possible. Lol

I was sleeved Monday and I struggle to get my fluids and Protein in as well. The first few days were rough. My NUT told me my goal was to be able to hit 32 Oz today. I feel like I might actually meet that goal today. I'm not required to hit 64 Oz until at least a week out. And make sure to count everything. A sugar free popsicle is 2 oz. They told me if I had to, eat 16 Popsicles to meet my goal. Lol. Old me would have cheered. New me was wondering how that'd even be possible. Lol

And if you don't like the sugar free fudge pops... you can buy Sugar Free Chocolate fudge pudding and sugar free cool whip and make homemade fudge pops. My Dr was okay with me doing that so I made then in ice cube trays and if I'm struggling and wanting some real food... like I wanted to lick a cheese puff yesterday... I grab one of those and I'm good.
Plus looking at post sleeve recipes on pinter estate has me all excited to start the soft food portion in a week and a half

I was sleeved 5/1 also. I have had a lot of pain up until today. I of course had a lot of shuffling around right after surgery. I ended up in ICU because I could not maintain consciousness and my blood pressure and heart rate were very low.
I went home the next day in the evening. This morning I felt horrible and weak and I knew it was probably dehydration since I struggle to meet my fluid goals and have had diarrhea since wednesday. I'm feeling better now. A couple doses of pepto and some Powerade zero and yogurt have helped a lot.

I've done good so far with just Ibuprofen today. Haven't taken my Oxycodone since last night. I'm not able to lay flat yet or sleep in my bed propped up. I've been sleeping on the couch recliner. It's easier to stand up and causes less discomfort. The main pain I feel is from the incision they pulled my stomach from.
I was worried a little about restriction because I don't actually get a full feeling yet but a friend explained that I probably wouldn't on liquids but as soon as I start the soft phase in a couple weeks I will.

Oh, and I also looked at my wife's breasts the other day and noticed something sticking out below my gut which I have not seen for over 15 years!