EndlessGoals#2018

I’m 6 days post-op and I can tell you that the essentials for me were my robe (I got to put it on as soon as I went to my room for recovery and it was a life saver. Felt like I wasn’t flashing anyone and felt warm bc my room was a little cold), chapstick, toothbrush and definitely mouthwash!!! I wasn’t allowed to drink anything so getting to brush my teeth and using mouthwash was a lifesaver.

I’m 5 days post-op and having the same pain.... glad I’m not alone! Lol. I’m on full liquid now and for the most part, every time I drink something, especially if I take a big gulp (not even that big) I get the pain. I’m attributing it to gas or my stomach getting used to the liquids. It has gotten a little better as the days have gone by but it’s definitely scared me from taking more liquids in, which isn’t good as I’m trying to get protein in so I’m not tired. Will definitely be asking my doc but don’t see him until a week from today and haven’t felt it was that bad to give him a call but we’ll see. Definitely interested to see what others say!

Hi everyone. I’m now 3 days post-op and on full liquid. Been doing ok with trying to drink water but it seems that the popsicles are the only thing that doesn’t hurt me or I get the gas pain when I eat them. Have already had 3 today and it’s only 4pm. Freaking out a little bc I’m sure it’s not healthy to just have water and popsicles and also slightly scare that I’ve had so many. Anyone else have this issue?? They are yummy [emoji39]

Love that idea! Got some popsicle molds and getting ready to make some homemade popsicles!!

Hi everyone. 5 day post-op and feeling better. I’m on the full liquid stage and I keep hearing I can have low-fat creamy soups. However, I’ve been looking and can’t seem to find any. And also not sure if I should be worrying about number of calories, or fat, or just what has the most protein. Any recommendations on possible recipes or ideas of what everyone has had would be great! Really trying to venture out a little bit - all I’ve beben having has been water, a little bit of protein drinks, and popsicles. Haven’t really wanted anything else. But I do think I need to up my calories a little bit. Thank you all! I love reading everyone’s comments and successes!!! [emoji175]

Thank you!

Thank you! Was just at ALDI the other day and forgot to look. Will be going back today.

Thank you! This whole ting is daunting. It’s hard to get rid of old habits of being obsessed with counting fat and calories and just focusing on eating at all. Thank you for the advice!

Yay! Go us! Me too! It’s nice to be able to get out of bed on my own lol.

Hi everyone. Finally got sleeved! At home and feeling ok but still dealing with gas pains. I’ve been an overeater most of my life and now that I am here, two days post-op, I’m afraid to over eat again. Not sure if it’s really possible and it’s more of a mental thing but I’m afraid it’s having an effect on my ability to eat anything right now. Just tried some jello and had maybe 3 bites and that’s it. I don’t want this to affect my nutrient intake and become sick or dehydrated bc I’m not getting enough in. Does that make sense? I don’t know that I know what being full or even being hungry feels like bc I used to eat all the time. And now that I’m having some pain I’m not sure if it’s bc of the gas or bc my stomach is telling me it’s hungry bc it’s had nothing for the past few days. I’m really freaking out! Any advice? I want to make sure this works for me and that I don’t mess it up. Thank you!

Yes, definitely still have gas in there and trying to get it all out! Hope it goes away soon bc that has been the hardest part so far!

Thanks for the info! I think they told me about the 1/4 cup but it’s so much info that it can get overwhelming! Now that I’m home and the surgery is done I plan to read over everything. But something they def did not tell me was about drinks counting as both protein and water! Thank you! I was wondering how I could posible get all that liquid in! I did just eat a whole sf popsicle and I was both petrified and excited about it lol. Had to remind myself that it’s all mostly water. Thanks for all the support!!

Thank you! Great idea on a baby spoon. Will definitely be using one

Officially freaking out...surgery is tomorrow morning!!! I’ve been trying to get ready and have most of what I need at home. Ventured out to GNC today to look for isopure (read it’s good during pos-op liquid diet) and wanted to look at some protein powder. I am really worried about getting my protein in and it is all very overwhelming. Interestingly, while I was trying to look at all the options, a couple with a baby came in and I overheard their convo (very small store). The lady explained that she’s always had trouble gaining weight and once she got pregnant and had her daughter (super cute btw [emoji846]) she thought her ability to gain weight would get better but it actually got worse. So the husband cut her off and said they needed a weight gain protein powder and basically after that, the conversation ended up being between the GNC employee and the husband. He wanted whatever had the most and best chance and it didn’t matter how much she had to drink in a day, even though she kept telling him that she would not be able to drink that much. To top it all off, he ended up choosing her flavor and a mix cup (even though she said she didn’t like the color). Sharing bc I was put off by the husbands attitude and felt bad for her. I could be completely wrong here but wouldn’t surprise me if he gets on her about her weight, maybe about not eating enough, her appearance, etc. Most of us are on the other side of that spectrum but it made me realize that we might be going through the same things in terms of insecurities and it was eye-opening. Because I am overweight, I sometimes look at skinny people and feel jealous but didn’t really think about any struggles they might have. Thought I’d share. Anywho! Lol. They left with a giant tub of protein powder and I left with nothing! Lol. I was so overwhelmed with the choices I couldn’t make a decision. So asking for a friend [emoji3] I hope you guys can give me some recommendations of what you’re using. I worry about fat and calorie content and maybe how often you’re using the powder.....and do I really need it?? Thank you!!!!

Thanks for posting the pics!! Have my surgery in 4 days and of course been having doubts. But it’s great to get reminders how this is what I absolutely need to become healthier and lose the weight!! [emoji846]

Hi everyone. Have been reading a lot about people getting scared and questioning their decision to have VSG and wanted to share. I’m scheduled for January 15th (a week away aghh!) and I’m currently starting week 2 of my pre-op liquid diet. The weekend was very hard because of going out with the family and them wanting to eat. But I stuck with it...but during that time, I started to freak out and question if my life was going to be like this, not being able to go out with family, friends, and never being able to eat again ( I was getting very dramatic-might have been the lack of calorie intake lol). I was really questioning my decision and even thought about calling the doctor today to postpone. I started to convince myself that I could do this on my own (especially since I’ve lost 11 lbs on the liquid diet). In the past, I’ve lost up to 70-75 lbs on my own and kept it off for over a year. So why not be able to do it again? By Sunday night I had pretty much convinced myself and was ready to call my doctor today. Then I remembered that I had never taken pictures of myself at the start of my liquid diet, which I had wanted to do to see if I saw a difference in the two weeks. So I took the pictures and had my epiphany....I hated what I saw and for a long time i had convinced myself that I looked and felt great when I didn’t. Body dysmorphia is real. When I would lose weight I still felt fat and ugly, when I wasn’t. And when I gained the weight back, I avoided mirrors and pictures and felt and imagined being smaller than I was. So I’m back on the wagon and even though I am still scared, I am excited again and will try to remember why I am doing this. Even though I’ve lost some pounds now, there is no way I could live off of protein drinks, jell-o, and broth for the rest of my life and I’m sure if I started eating again it would all come right back. Sharing because I hope other people can relate and for support bc I think we all need it, especially me. Now to finish this darn liquid diet! [emoji846]

That looks delicious! Thanks for posting! Def helps me to feel I can do this and that I can enjoy going out with friends and family.

Thanks so much for posting! So glad to know there are others that feel the same, def helps to feel I am not alone. I still keep doubting a bit but there’s a voice that keeps telling me I have to do this. Only 5 more days! I went to my pre-op today and got so anxious they had to take my blood pressure twice!!! It’s all becoming so real! Good luck with your diet and we can def help each other through this!!

Thank you! and congrats on the weight loss! That is amazing [emoji1] I’m so glad you realized how great you looked. Hope I can do the same!

Haha! Female problems! Lol. I Plan to tell my supervisor tomorrow and was planning on not giving details but maybe I should say female problems!

Thanks! Will be starting day 7 and it’s been hard and easy at the same time. Easy because I don’t have to think about what I’m eating or preparing anything since I have about 3 things I can eat lol. It’s hard bc the cravings are still there and there is still that thought of self-sabotage. Like today, went to my dealership to get my car serviced and they had pizza and I was offered a piece.....I almost said yes.....and thought about eating it but I didn’t. Gotta take it almost hour by hour. How are you doing?

I could have started today since they told me I needed 10 days but I started on the 2nd, in case I slipped up! But I’ve been good so far [emoji846] I won’t lie, it’s not easy. For me the headaches is what’s been the worst but they have gotten a little better. I did feel tired the first couple of days but was finally able to go to the gym on Thursday, which was good. I like your idea of tossing things out....I think I’m gonna do that too. No pint in having it around. We’ll get through this! Let me know how your first day goes!

Hi everyone. Currently in the pre-op liquid phase and for my doctor we are not allowed to have any kind of food. So in one day I usually have: - 4 protein shakes - 2 sugar free jellos - lots of water Was just wondering if anyone else has any tips or recommendations for anything else. I know there’s no specific diet you have to follow (that I know of) or any order but it’s a little unnerving sometimes, especially after always trying to follow a specific diet with specific times you should eat. I just got my order of Unjury chicken soup powder and had some. It was delicious! Lol. Mostly because I was craving something salty after all those sweets. Right now I’m getting about 700 calories. Thanks everyone!! Patty

Hi. Mine is on the 15th! So will be right there with you! I can’t believe it’s coming up but now I’m just focusing on trying to get through this pre-op liquid phase. Are you doing one? Patty

Me too! I’m so nervous!!! I haven’t really thought about the vitamins yet. I was given some to try and didn’t really like them so I’ve been putting it off lol.