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I'm the 18th and SUUUUUUPER excited!

Just had vsg this morning.

Actually tougher than I thought. Never knew gas pains could be so intense.

Even ice chips cause some pain.

So pain is up and down, but more up.

I’m on the 31st!

My surgery was August 16, released the following day. Also had an unplanned hiatal hernia repaired. By day 5, I felt great. Like most, I struggle to get my Protein and liquids in, don't love the taste of shakes.
I lost 10 pounds on the pre surgery diet, which for my doctor was an 800 calorie diet using food purchased through the clinic and another 10 or so in the past week.
Food has not been a temptation at all so far. I do enjoy cooking so I made some "meals" for the pureed stage. I found a Joie XL ice cube tray with a lid at TJ Maxx. Each cube hold 2 oz. so I cooked and pureed cauliflower (with some cheese for protein) and also made the ricotta bake. I then froze them in the ice cube tray and once they were frozen, I transferred them into a freezer bag until next week.
Seven days out from surgery and absolutely no regrets!

Congratulations!! I had mine August 16. 2021. I had the sleeve. Was only in hospital 25 hours, I am 69 years young. Full liquids out of hospital, today I ate a soft boiled egg. Ate about 3/4 of it. Tolerated well. I too was so nervous, almost backed out. 7 days past surgery. Down 12 pounds. Hard time drinking Protein Drinks, going to look for some clear liquid tomorrow. Good luck to you, I am so glad I did it! Longer life, better quality of life ahead!

I'm scheduled for Friday, the 27th in Orlando. This is my 3rd ever surgery, so I'm more than a little nervous. I've been tracking calories since early July and have been on the pre-surgery diet since Friday the 13th (right!?). So far, down 30 lbs. from 350 lbs.
So.. here we go.

Good luck All. I had mine Aug 16th and was released before 11 AM on the next day. Thank God it was smooth sailing minimum pain n vomiting. Dr Appt today n down 20 lbs since one wk pre liquid diet. Unsure how but just lil encouragement that the process works. Open to any questions.

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I had sleeve 8/16/21. I too was nervous, almost canceled, but so glad I did it. Longer life, quality of life. Have lost 11 pounds since surgery. Some gas pain. Gas x chewable mint helped a lot, plus walking. Went home 25 hours later. Looking forward to full liquids tomorrow. Good luck. Worth it.

Hi I had my surgery on August 10 this year. Down 13 lbs. feelin amazing.

My surgery was this past Tuesday 8/17. Procedure went fine, extreme nausea following, bloating and gas for two days, generally uncomfortable for two more - now on day 5 I'm finally feeling more "normal" and getting my energy back.
My doctor has his patients begin the soft Protein diet immediately upon arrival home from the hospital on day 2, so I've been eating small 2-3oz portions of yogurt, hummus, ricotta, egg. Reading other posts here makes me feel very fortunate that the liquid diet didn't extend longer - 14 days pre-op was more than enough for me!
I shed 20lbs on the pre-op liquid diet and have lost 6 more since Tuesday, so I'm down 26lbs from my highest weigh-in, which is very motivating for me.

I had mine August 16. Feeling pretty good. Had gas first few days. Lost 11 pounds since Monday. I too felt nervous. Kept thinking I-may cancel. So glad I had it done. No appetite after surgery. Drinking Gatorade zero. chicken Soup Protein Drinks. Jello. Smart Water. Good luck. You can do this for quality of life and longevity 🤗

So glad to hear all my August surgery peeps are doing well! I go in tomorrow morning at 5:30AM and am finding myself in my emotions today. Tons of worries and just the emotional toll of knowing I need to go to this extreme to lose weight. I keep telling myself my last 10-15 years have proven I need a tool to help me stay healthy and I know it's the right thing. It's like this unexpected last minute wave of shame and guilt. I hate the thought of putting anyone out and my husband will be bearing the brunt of this with extra childcare, chores, errands, etc.
I thought I could get through this without a therapist, but I am seeing now how that will be a helpful resource. I can only imagine the emotions that will come with this lifestyle change and the changes my body will be going through.
Trying to breathe, stay focused and look to the future today. Thanks for listening! I am so excited to continue to hear about all of your journeys! Best wishes to you all! ❤️

I’m Aug 30th

Aug 16, 2021!!

I had mine august 5th

I’m feeling great! Sometimes I forget I had the surgery lol. Down 28 pounds so far!

Had my VSG on wednesday morning en was able to leave the next morning. Everything went well, although I'm having some nausea and gas pains. Hopefully that will go away soon. Trying to get my fluids in, but it's a lot harder than expected.
Also haven't eaten anything yet. When was the first time you ate something? They told me fluids are more important, so I'm focussing on that now. Might try some broth or Protein Water tomorrow. The idea of a sweet Protein Shake alone makes me nauseas right now.

Congrats. I had my sleeve Monday morning. I was scared too. But all went well, went home Tuesday. Gas pain. Trying to drink more fluids. Good luck 🤗

Today is the day for me. Waiting to be checked in. Getting kinda nervous.

August 20th so close!!!

Good luck tomorrow!

just had my 2 week post op appointment! Got fussed at about my low Fluid intake and had to get another IV lol but other than that all is well surgeon says!

August 25 here! Same boat! We got this!

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I’m August 23rd. I’m excited and hungry on this pre op diet 😩😩

I had my two-week Post Op Appointment with my Surgeon today. I had a successful swallow test. My restrictions have been lifted. I'm feeling better each and every day. Thank You for asking,