tapgirl

Hi I'm sorry I missed the new replies since I logged on - I think I turned off all notifications! I'm doing better in my second week, the "mental" side of it has eased you're absolutely right, I felt like I was battling a huge hunger demon for the first 3 or 4 days. But I noticed that when I started to be able to get in more Water and Protein shakes, and have a little more Soup, I felt better. It's only week 2 but I'm trying to learn all I can about this so that I can make sure I do the right things, I don't want to make poor choices. Thanks for the encouragement- how are you all getting on?? Sk101 you are just a bit in front of me - what's your journey like at the moment? Lulu - thank you, you're right it absolutely helped big time. I don't have any more pain now Kate - I've seen some of your other posts, how are you doing with being further along? Is there anything you would have done differently post surgery to where you are now? Xx

Thanks for the messages and wishes! I did it, must admit I almost immediately regretted it, came out of surgery in a lot of pain (mainly gas) and from the incisions although they're just sore now. I also worried because the next day I felt hungry and I was allowed to have runny Soup but after half a teaspoon I felt immediately full. I wasn't expecting to feel hungry but I suppose I hadn't really had much the day before the op and on the day so I was also feeling light headed. So far it's a really strange experience. I am home now and trying to rest but also keep mobile and sip Water. I'm doing everything to the book so far, and I'm glad that I told my family as they've been great. It's just a sleep, walk, sip kind of time. Exactly like everyone said! Thanks again for the support, I know it really helped remembering your experiences and what to expect. Looking forward to the gas to go so I can move around more easily. That'll be great Take care xxx

Hi, I relate to your story and wish you luck now you are 6 days out I am getting sleeved this coming Saturday. It is indeed a commitment to a better and healthier life. Sent from my SM-G930F using the BariatricPal App

Thanks for the reply Kate! Wow 15 months down, that must feel like such an achievement. I have tried to prepare my family for any wobbles post surgery and I've asked them to remind me why I've made this decision and to tell me it gets better. I am having the surgery at Spire Wellesley in Southend. I have pre op bloods and ecg tomorrow. They haven't recommended a 2 week liquid diet beforehand but I've converted to the Protein shakes and mainly liquid for the past few days so it gets me into the zone. Thank you again for replying I will post an update post surgery all being well! Xx Sent from my SM-G930F using the BariatricPal App