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It took me...well, I'm 2ish weeks out and I still nap every day. Just take it easy and don't push yourself - enjoy a good book and your little walk every day, but don't over do it!

I'm a week and three days out of surgery, and four days away from broth and rice water. POTATOES. I feel bad as it's my partner's birthday but I'll be just waiting for my dietitian to say "yes potatoes" as my first check-in is that day too XD
Other than that, I feel okay? Some pain in the suture where my stomach was removed (TMI) but the gas has finally gone thankfully. Still some pain when I sleep but I think it's just because I am a very on-stomach or the side-sleeper.
Happy to hear of everyone's success so far!

I'm feeling the same as you, fellow 21st-er! I'm getting tired of the lack of variety but I'm not a huge foodie so it's okay. Today is the first day I'm feeling pretty up and happy, and I feel the gas is almost gone! Trying not to weigh myself until the check up next Friday...hope you go well from here too!! ❤️

Just had mine done and thought I would join the party as it's nice to speak to like minded people! The post-op diet is a bit different here - I would kill for a sugar free popsicle right now! Am able to sleep on my side as of last night (first night home). Need to walk around the house a bit today; partner says I am much happier after 12 hours sleep!
Good luck, October Club!

I'm feeling the same as you, fellow 21st-er! I'm getting tired of the lack of variety but I'm not a huge foodie so it's okay. Today is the first day I'm feeling pretty up and happy, and I feel the gas is almost gone! Trying not to weigh myself until the check up next Friday...hope you go well from here too!! ❤️

Oh gosh I'm sorry. It's the #1 thing I'm wary of (mainly because of the name - could we do better doctors??).
Let us know how you get on, sending good luck your way ❤️

We are about the same size, so good luck! I was given the sleeve simply because it was covered completely by my insurance, and the doctor didn't want me to be back in hospital a year later as it's the less invasive.
I'm on day 6, and I'm having a rough go - they don't tell you depression and general don't mix! - but let's support each other! Cheering you on ❤️

Hi all,
I had my surgery 21st October in Osaka, Japan - I have noticed a few differences (food being the HUGE one XD) and I'd like to hear what your post-op looks like.
Here's a translated version of my post-op form:

I also had/have the pleasure of "practicing" with this guy everyday, pre and post.
My diet (Stage 1) is similar - 1000ml of straight Water, balancing to 2000ml, but the basics are tea (tea is seen as helpful as water here), broth (any kind), miso Soup but just the broth and omoyu (重湯), a kind of thin gruel made from rice (lovingly called rice pee here). All 100mls each, with 100% non-citrus fruit juice and a protein power pack.
How about you guys?

We are about the same size, so good luck! I was given the sleeve simply because it was covered completely by my insurance, and the doctor didn't want me to be back in hospital a year later as it's the less invasive.
I'm on day 6, and I'm having a rough go - they don't tell you depression and general don't mix! - but let's support each other! Cheering you on ❤️

I'm having this BEFORE eating, but I think a trip to your doctor should be the next step ?
Good luck, be safe ❤️

First, breathe. You can do this. The stress you are feeling won’t be helping & you’re likely holding a lot of tension in your body which will make things harder. I know you’re probably thinking that’s easy for you to say but we’ve all been where you are. My experience may not be exactly the same as yours but we all struggle at times in this journey.
It is hard. And it messes with your head & your body big time. Things are very different for you now. How you eat. What you eat. When you eat. Why you eat. Lots of changes & self reflection. But you can do this.
At the moment you are healing. You probably still have swelling. Give yourself time. Go slowly & accept some days may seem like a step backwards.
Yes. it’s very likely you’ll lose some hair. We naturally shed hair everyday. The surgery & reduced caloric intake speeds up the cycle & you’ll lose more than you usually would for about 2-4 months. (Can’t predict how much you’ll lose & how long it will persist.) It’s scary when it begins but it will stop and your hair does grow back. (There’s new growth happening even when you’re losing you just don’t notice it until there’s some length to it.)
And you’ll stall. It’s normal. Your body just needs to take a moment to catch up with the changes. Yes, you’ll suffer from constipation & you’ll celebrate on the days you do poop. You’ll also likely vomit at times cause your tummy just won’t like something. But it’s all ok. Of course if anything persists contact your medical team.
Sip & eat slowly. Follow your plan. Please, if you feel any pain or discomfort contact your medical team.
You made this decision for a reason: health, family, lifestyle, etc. It will all be worth it. Very soon you’ll reach your first non scale victory. It might be clothing being too big, walking further or more easily, blood pressure dropping...These are big wins.
There’s a wealth of support & experiences on this site. Never be afraid to ask for help or advice.
Good luck on your journey.