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I eat out all of the time. It has actually gotten pretty easy to figure out what to order that appears like you are more. Hahaha. (I’m a secret sleever except my hubby). I have found things like baked oyster apps or steamed shrimp are good because they are straight Protein and “look big” on the plate even though it’s not a lot of food. When I was in purée stave I just ordered a side of grits or Soup or something else soft and just kind of picked at it. A lot of the dining out experience for me is just not having to cook and going out for something social. You will realize that the food is really a minor part of it and you can enjoy yourself as you would before by just focusing on your dining partners or friends company instead of obsessing over the food.

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I eat out all of the time. It has actually gotten pretty easy to figure out what to order that appears like you are more. Hahaha. (I’m a secret sleever except my hubby). I have found things like baked oyster apps or steamed shrimp are good because they are straight Protein and “look big” on the plate even though it’s not a lot of food. When I was in purée stave I just ordered a side of grits or Soup or something else soft and just kind of picked at it. A lot of the dining out experience for me is just not having to cook and going out for something social. You will realize that the food is really a minor part of it and you can enjoy yourself as you would before by just focusing on your dining partners or friends company instead of obsessing over the food.

I’m a secret sleever and once I got past the puréed stage I have found it really easy to keep my secret when dining with friends. Nobody has suspected a thing. I have been ordering an app and just picking at it and saying I had a big lunch or Breakfast. I live on the coast and I’ve found ordering a half dozen grilled oysters as my meal to be a lifesaver. The plate looks big and full but in reality there’s only 6 big bites of soft food. Nobody has suspected a thing and I’ve dining out with friends several times

I’m a secret sleever and once I got past the puréed stage I have found it really easy to keep my secret when dining with friends. Nobody has suspected a thing. I have been ordering an app and just picking at it and saying I had a big lunch or Breakfast. I live on the coast and I’ve found ordering a half dozen grilled oysters as my meal to be a lifesaver. The plate looks big and full but in reality there’s only 6 big bites of soft food. Nobody has suspected a thing and I’ve dining out with friends several times

I’m a secret sleever and once I got past the puréed stage I have found it really easy to keep my secret when dining with friends. Nobody has suspected a thing. I have been ordering an app and just picking at it and saying I had a big lunch or Breakfast. I live on the coast and I’ve found ordering a half dozen grilled oysters as my meal to be a lifesaver. The plate looks big and full but in reality there’s only 6 big bites of soft food. Nobody has suspected a thing and I’ve dining out with friends several times

I’m a secret sleever and once I got past the puréed stage I have found it really easy to keep my secret when dining with friends. Nobody has suspected a thing. I have been ordering an app and just picking at it and saying I had a big lunch or Breakfast. I live on the coast and I’ve found ordering a half dozen grilled oysters as my meal to be a lifesaver. The plate looks big and full but in reality there’s only 6 big bites of soft food. Nobody has suspected a thing and I’ve dining out with friends several times

I had surgery on Wednesday and was back at work Monday. I was a little tired and still sore but not too bad.

Totally feel you. I never had the guts to ask for one and a few flights with my husband I just pretended to belt myself which was so stupid and dangerous but at the time I couldn’t bring myself to ask for an extender. I gave in and actually bought an extender online that I use when we fly. Can’t wait to go on another trip to see if I fit now! Haha. Looking forward to that day and throwing away my extender!

I had surgery on Wednesday and was back at work on Monday. I honestly could have worked on Saturday if I needed to. My husband and I ran errands that day and I felt fine.

I’m a secret sleever! Haha. My husband, father, and aunt are the only people who know. I haven’t even told my sister. Haha. I just don’t think it’s anyone’s business. I’m only a little over a month out from surgery and I’ve had several meals out with friends and they never suspected anything. It also helped that my surgery fell with Lent...I told everyone I gave up carbs and booze for Lent (which is pretty true but also happens to be physically mandatory...haha!) good luck!

You got this!! It will All be over before you know if. Get ready for your new life! The first few weeks are so exciting..I was so excited to wake up each morning to see how much weight I lost overnight..haha. Good luck!!

I'm a very private person so when I had the surgery few months ago I told only my younger sister out of 5 siblings. Last time I checked I don't see anyone with plastic surgeries (implants, nose job, Lipo, etc) announcing it to the world so why should I announce mine? It's nobody's business and I keep it that way.

Yes totally normal! I was terrified! I’m almost a month out from my surgery and I’m down 27 pounds. Keep your eye on the prize! I’m not going to lie- the first couple of days for me were ROUGH but it was mainly gas pain and nausea. Once I got past that it was smooth sailing. I’ve eaten out with friends several times since I’ve been on soft foods (none of them suspected anything. I haven’t told anyone I was sleeved but my immediate family) and I’m living my normal life and routine now...except I eat a lot less food. And the best part.....the money we now save weekly on my groceries we are moving to hiring a cleaning service just stay focused and look forward to what you will gain with the surgery. Take a deep breath. Say a prayer and relax!

Yes totally normal! I was terrified! I’m almost a month out from my surgery and I’m down 27 pounds. Keep your eye on the prize! I’m not going to lie- the first couple of days for me were ROUGH but it was mainly gas pain and nausea. Once I got past that it was smooth sailing. I’ve eaten out with friends several times since I’ve been on soft foods (none of them suspected anything. I haven’t told anyone I was sleeved but my immediate family) and I’m living my normal life and routine now...except I eat a lot less food. And the best part.....the money we now save weekly on my groceries we are moving to hiring a cleaning service just stay focused and look forward to what you will gain with the surgery. Take a deep breath. Say a prayer and relax!

Yes totally normal! I was terrified! I’m almost a month out from my surgery and I’m down 27 pounds. Keep your eye on the prize! I’m not going to lie- the first couple of days for me were ROUGH but it was mainly gas pain and nausea. Once I got past that it was smooth sailing. I’ve eaten out with friends several times since I’ve been on soft foods (none of them suspected anything. I haven’t told anyone I was sleeved but my immediate family) and I’m living my normal life and routine now...except I eat a lot less food. And the best part.....the money we now save weekly on my groceries we are moving to hiring a cleaning service just stay focused and look forward to what you will gain with the surgery. Take a deep breath. Say a prayer and relax!

Yes totally normal! I was terrified! I’m almost a month out from my surgery and I’m down 27 pounds. Keep your eye on the prize! I’m not going to lie- the first couple of days for me were ROUGH but it was mainly gas pain and nausea. Once I got past that it was smooth sailing. I’ve eaten out with friends several times since I’ve been on soft foods (none of them suspected anything. I haven’t told anyone I was sleeved but my immediate family) and I’m living my normal life and routine now...except I eat a lot less food. And the best part.....the money we now save weekly on my groceries we are moving to hiring a cleaning service just stay focused and look forward to what you will gain with the surgery. Take a deep breath. Say a prayer and relax!

Currently, I can fit in coach on airplanes, in movie theater seats, and in seats on buses and trains. I can cross my legs in confined spaces. I’m noticing that bone touches bone more and it hurts! Clapping hurts now!
This summer, I should be able to ride most, if not all, of the rides at theme parks, and I’m 15 pounds away from being able to skydive.

I agree the risks are scary but when you really look at the numbers getting a sleeve is a safer surgery than a hip replacement. I’m about 3 weeks out and I too had all of the fears that you are having. I was scared of the actual surgery, I was scared of the recovery, I was scared of how my life would change. And looking back I am SO glad that I did it! I’m down 25 pounds (20 since 2/14) and I already can see a difference in appearance and how I feel. I was really scared about how much my social life would change since I eat out with friends often and am very active socially but even though I’m on the soft diet phase I have eaten out 3 times the past 3 days with people who didn’t know I had the surgery and I didn’t skip a beat. I didn’t even have to cheat. I just ordered sides as my entree and told them I was cutting back. I’m not saying. That the first few days after surgery aren’t rough and I’m not saying that it’s super easy but I am saying is that if I can do it, anyone can do it! Haha. Good luck!

I definitely know what you mean! I’m 5 days out from my sleeve and it’s so weird not being hungry. Of course I would love to chow down on a ribeye and loaded potato but obviously that’s mental hunger. It is kind of weirding me out. Today was my first day back to work and all I’ve had is a Protein Shake, a half a portion of broccoli cream Soup, a popsicle, and a half a single container of yogurt. And I’ve still got to get 10 more grams of Protein and almost 15 ounces of Fluid before I go to sleep. It’s a weird feeling to physically not be able to eat anymore when we are so used to eating way too much with ease. Good luck and let me know if you come up with any tricks! Haha

I’m 6 days out and the first few days i could feel every sip going down and had slight pain (really more pressure) and then about 4 days out it just stopped. I was at work on Monday and I’m just doing everything I usually do routine wise like nothing ever happened haha. It’s hard to believe I had a major surgery last week. And in the last 24-36 hours I am instantly able to drink fluids very easily. I worked from home today and spaced my Snacks out well and had time to knock out all of my fluids before 4pm. I had 2 24oz cups of crystal light (one morning, one afternoon) and I had to catch myself drinking too fast bc I totally forgot I had even had the surgery. Haha. Hope that makes you feel better! you will love your new stomach and the new you!

You will be fine! I had mine on Valentine’s Day and I was SOOOO nervous. Just take a deep breath and try to relax. It will be over before you know it. I know you are worried about all of the “what ifs” but your surgeon is skilled and knows what they are doing. Hoping you have a smooth recovery and you are back in your feet in no time! I had a rough first 24 hours with gas pain and nausea but after that it was smooth sailing. Good luck!!

Take a deep breath and relax! It will be fine! First couple of days may be tough but you will be shocked how fast your body recovers and you are back to “normal” life. Good luck! I’m sure it will go smoothly and be over before you know it!

You will be fine! I had mine on Valentine’s Day and I was SOOOO nervous. Just take a deep breath and try to relax. It will be over before you know it. I know you are worried about all of the “what ifs” but your surgeon is skilled and knows what they are doing. Hoping you have a smooth recovery and you are back in your feet in no time! I had a rough first 24 hours with gas pain and nausea but after that it was smooth sailing. Good luck!!

You will be fine! I had mine on Valentine’s Day and I was SOOOO nervous. Just take a deep breath and try to relax. It will be over before you know it. I know you are worried about all of the “what ifs” but your surgeon is skilled and knows what they are doing. Hoping you have a smooth recovery and you are back in your feet in no time! I had a rough first 24 hours with gas pain and nausea but after that it was smooth sailing. Good luck!!