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I guess I am misunderstanding this string. I do t know why anyone is assuming that we are self sabotaging or making a bad choice just because they decided to have a different procedure. I am glad I got the sleeve . I researched for a few years and met with 3 different surgeons who all thought the sleeve was my best option. Since I am barely 3 weeks out this question really threw me for a loop and had me second guessing myself. Luckily I remembered the surgeons and why they all directed me to the sleeve : malabsorption, dumping , keeping my digestive system in tact, and many other reasons. Let’s support each other and our individual choices! We have enough other people second guessing us!

I am 44 was sleeved 7/26/18. I wish I had done this sooner! At 3 weeks and 2 days I have finally turned a corner and feel way better! My personality is back and my energy is much better! I even worked out today! Congratulations to everyone who started or is planning on starting their journey!!!

I Just had a The sleeve . Of all the choices out there my surgeon believes it was best for me and has the best king rate success. A co worker had the lap band recently because he was not allowed to have the others based on a family history of colon cancer. I don’t think it’s self sabotage as maybe there are just factors that make other surgeries less ideal for some.

I also had my gall bladder out and experienced dumping on rare occasions! # weeks out of sleeve surgery I haven't had any dumping.

3 weeks out about 450 Cals/day

Congratulations!!!! Thats incredible!

I have one that the surgical glue came off of and its not looking great. It looked more like a hole where the other ones were closed and it was weepy a lil and itchy. The rest look fine. I called my surgeons office to let them know and went to my primary care physician (she's closer). She gave me a script for Doxycycline which is making me throw up half the time. Told me to keep washing it with soap and water. I go back to my Dr. Monday so they can look at it. The antibiotic seems to be helping. If it's not getting better I go back to my surgeons office on Weds. Good Luck!

You can always message me I’ll be happy to listen.

I’m sorry ! It gets better ! I promise! I’m only 2 weeks but feel so much better by leaps and bounds than a week ago! 6 months from Now this will be a blink! You’ve got this!

The whole point of this staged diet is proper healing of your stomach. Everything we add protein to is also included in our fluid count. So 4 oz protein shake, 6 ounces of broth, and 4 more ozs . Thats 14 ozs right there! Do not stress! You do as much as you can without making yourself sick. That's why my surgeon said do 12 ounces of electrolyte drink because it is unlikely you can hit those goals. Your job is to heal, rest, and sip when you can! These stages are the hardest but they are temporary! I use the my fitness pal app to track my intake. I know I have to listen to my body and hydrate. I'll move to the next stage when I feel I can. Seriously rest, sleep, and sip. No need to start worrying at this time!

I typed this up for another response a few minutes ago so Ill just share it here! Hi There! You are doing great! I understand the struggle! My Doc said dehydration is the biggest concern over getting all the Protein in. So try to get close but hitting your goal every day is hard, especially in the beginning!! At the end of two weeks here is what I have for you. The sips get bigger and less painful, so Yay! We do fill up fast though. I got brave and had four sips at once today and found out immediately its too much for me right now. I personally found Gatorade Zero the easiest and best tasting electrolyte drink. I am tired of Vitamin Water right now. The colder for me the better! As for other fluids with protein I used broth (mainly chicken) and had chocolate Protein Shakes using water (everything else was too thick). Tonight I will add unflavored powder to some Miso Soup broth! I was supposed to start pureed yesterday. I lovingly cooked the chicken and some carrots in broth and pureed them separately and packed them up neatly! Yesterday, God laughed at me LOL i managed to get 2 table spoons of chicken in before getting full. I had taken an anti biotic (one of my incisions doesn't look right) and bammy tummy said - GET OUT! Today I am back to liquids only per my Docs instructions. Tomorrow soft foods. Cottage cheese and unsweetened apple sauce with me adding cinnamon seem to be my favorites! Then trying pureed again on Sun. I must confess though I may break down and try baby food on Sunday! I just brewed some decaf peppermint tea to make a big ol pitcher of tasty ice tea. Keep at it! You will have stronger days and weaker days! Hell, after typing all this I need a nap! Congratulations!! We are on our way to healthier us(es)?

Hi There! You are doing great! I understand the struggle! My Doc said dehydration is the biggest concern over getting all the protein in. So try to get close but hitting your goal every day is hard, especially in the beginning!! At the end of two weeks here is what I have for you. The sips get bigger and less painful, so Yay! We do fill up fast though. I got brave and had four sips at once today and found out immediately its too much for me right now. I personally found Gatorade Zero the easiest and best tasting electrolyte drink. I am tired of Vitamin water right now. The colder for me the better! As for other fluids with protein I used broth (mainly chicken) and had chocolate protein shakes using water (everything else was too thick). Tonight I will add unflavored powder to some Miso soup broth! I was supposed to start pureed yesterday. I lovingly cooked the chicken and some carrots in broth and pureed them separately and packed them up neatly! Yesterday, God laughed at me LOL i managed to get 2 table spoons of chicken in before getting full. I had taken an anti biotic (one of my incisions doesn't look right) and bammy tummy said - GET OUT! Today I am back to liquids only per my Docs instructions. Tomorrow soft foods. Cottage cheese and unsweetened apple sauce with me adding cinnamon seem to be my favorites! Then trying pureed again on Sun. I must confess though I may break down and try baby food on Sunday! I just brewed some decaf peppermint tea to make a big ol pitcher of tasty ice tea. Keep at it! You will have stronger days and weaker days! Hell, after typing all this I need a nap! Congratulations!! We are on our way to healthier us(es)?

Hi everyone! Congratulations to everyone!!! I am 2 weeks post op today. I have had good days and bad days. Yesterday was awesome today I threw up and have been nauseous. Listen to your bodies it’s a marathon not a sprint!! Good luck on your journeys and welcome to post op!

Im not quite sure which surgery you had. I just had mine 7/26/18 so I took out my book for you and here's what it says for sleevers: 60-80 grams of protein a day/ eat protein at all meals first 64 oz fluid. Decaff, Non Carb, sugar free or less than 10 calories a serving 25 grams of Fiber per day multivitamins etc 30 minutes of exercise a day Ultimately, I recommend seeing a dietician who can help you develop a plan that fits your life and can help you meet your goals! You have already invested in your weight loss, you might as well get a refresher to address the changes in your life! Good Luck!

First let me say - its your story and your choice with whom you want to share it! However, I had the same fear especially where family was concerned. Family was a pleasant surprise! I was really nervous telling them because I had a major hand injury at the the end of FEB and wound needing two surgeries to repair it. I used that time to jump through the hoops for this surgery. I thought my family would really be upset that I chose a third "optional" surgery. I know its not an option its necessary. So I told them all at a family dinner one night and was thrilled at their support. They had all been harboring concerns about my weight and were glad I was taking control! Work has been supportive because a well liked guy recently had it and it has made a big difference for him. So they are happy for me. Friends have been mostly supportive. I have one good friend who seems to be keeping her distance because she is trying to lose naturally. I fell like she is either judging my choice as the easy way out or afraid if she talk to me she will want to do it,, but I don"t think her spouse is on board with that. It's your journey! Live it and share based on your needs! Good Luck!!

Nothing to be ashamed of at all! You should be proud you are taking control and moving towards a healthier you!!!! I was nervous too! I am a week post op and felt nervous the night before! All will be well just do your best and go at your rate post op! Good Luck! You got this!

Thanks gang!

Hello fellow sleevers, I am exactly one week post op and the fluid struggle is real! I am supposed to transition to 2 tbsp of soft food but it’s so hard getting enough fluids in plus 3 protein shakes (yes I know shake amounts count as fluids) I’m just not there yet! I knew the first few weeks would be hard. I do NOT regret this in any way, but I wanted to bellyache (haha pun) a little. Feeling weak and dehydrated which is shocking for me and if you knew me you’d be shocked I was saying that!! I know this gets better! In the meantime (to the tune in Finding Nemo of just keep swimming) ~~~~~~~ Just Keep Sipping~~~~~~~~!!!! Hope everyone is doing well!