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You can do it!!! THIS IS THE BEST JOURNEY YOU ARE GOING ON!!! Nikki

hi there and WELCOME!! I love spicy food soooo I mix some cottage cheese with pasta sauce and add chili flakes. I heat it in the microwave and top with a little parm cheese. Mix and enjoy.Mmmmm Nikki

Yes it will get much easier. I remember someone telling me that. I was like " I doubt it" Let me tell you it does. Right after surgery you don't want to eat. Your body is sore and you are having to recover, the last thing your really want to do is eat. I know it sounds funny but hang in there. Nikki

Good luck!!! You are entering into an amazing new life decision and it will change you forever... You might be in a little pain in the beginning, but just wait it only gets BETTER!! Take care Nikki

i found that drinking warm liquids went down way.... better. I still have a tough time with cold drinks in the am. Good Luck Nikki

You will be fine. Try to have some "me" time and put all your positive thoughts forward. This is all very positive for "you". Just think, by next year or even sooner you will have a totally different outlook on life. I never had any pain prior to my surgery but make sure your MD is well aware of your needs. You know your body better than anyone else!!! Take care Nikki

Hi everyone... I was wondering if anyone else has this problem? In the morning I have to wait a couple of hours to eat breakfast. I have no problem with liquids, but the mushy foods are a smidge tough to get down. After a few hours I have no problem.... in fact I then need to watch how much I am putting in my mouth.. Take care, Nikki

Wow! You look amazing. It's so nice when people keep us updated on their progress. I am only 3 weeks out and am super excited about this journey. Thanks for the great Blog Take care, Nikki

I wish you lots of luck with your journey. I was sleeved on Sept.2 in Tijuana and am super happy with my decision.

please go back to your MD. It sounds terrible. There might be something wrong. Ask them to do another x-ray or another bariem swallow to rule out an leaks. Take care Nikki

Well this week has been such an adjustment to the way I used to live. I didn't realize how often I would put something in my mouth with out even noticing. My tummy is still a little sore and I have wicked heartburn. I am forced to wear some pretty un-sexy granny panites to make sure there is no rubbing on my incisions. I am craving meat. I have almost had it with all these super sweet shakes. ground up chicken and a little mashed potatoes sounds blissful right now. I hope everyone is doing well! Nikki

Hi there everyone. I made it back in one piece. I had my surgery Sept.2 in Tijuana done by Dr. Almanza at Jerusleam Hospital. The experience was GREAT!!! He is a fantastic Doctor and his team are all amazing. I was CRAZY sore after surgery. The gas pains were NUTS!! I had my loving hubby with me and he got me up pretty much every hour on the hour. Thanks to him, the next day I felt a million times better. I am very fortunate to have had a great support team. I hope everyone is doing well!!!:smile:

well, I did it !!! I am 4 days post op and feel pretty good. It was such a journey to get this done I am super glad to be home. I had my surgery done at the Jerusleam Hospital in Tijuana by Dr.Almanza. HE WAS AMAZING !!!!! I am soooo pleased with the treatment that I received at the hospital as well as the recovery house. I had my surgery Sept.2 at 3pm and was up with little pain less than 24 hours. I was sitting and talking to all the new patients at 10 am the next day. The staff were so professional and the hospital was very clean. NOW.... let me tell you a little about the first 10 hours post-op. YOU WILL FEEL LIKE YOU ARE DYING...lol seriously. I was in super pain, pain like I have never felt. The gas pains are CRAZY! :crying:Gas x strips were a waste of time for me. The only and I mean ONLY thing to get rid of the pain is to walk and walk. My hubby came with me and had me up every hour on the hour for a walk. It really helped. I will blog some more about all the tips and advise I can pass on. Take care, Nikki

Tomorrow I leave to start my two day trek to Tijuana to have my surgery. As I posted a while back, I am having the gastric sleeve done. I can't believe this time had finially come . I want to thank everyone for all of there amazing stories. They have filled me with hope and have settled my fears. I will blog when I get back to let everyone know how it went. Take care, Nikki:thumbup:

I am off to tomorrow to start my two day trek to Tijuana. I can't believe it's finally here. I have been waiting what seems like forever. I have been planning and researching to my hearts content... but... now.. I seem to have forgotten everything I was reading. I all of a sudden don't feel prepped yet. I'm sure it happens to everyone..lol.. I am sad to leave my little one with my parents and I had to tell her I was going to a nursing meeting for a few says. She is not ready to hear that mommy is having an operation. My dear hubby will be by my side the whole time. He is off to the movie store to pick up some DVD's for the hospital for me.:huh0: He is such a gem. I am so lucky to have him. i will blog when I get back to let you all know how it all went. Take care, Nikki

i totally agree with your blog. I am a nurse and I feel like people are looking at me thinking....Hmmmm... I don't really want to take health advise from her. I'm not sure why we do this to ourselves? I get my sleeve in 5 days and I am getting a little nervous. Keep blogging, I really enjoy the updates.

It's officially one week today that I well be getting the sleeve. It seems like forever that I have been waiting. I have quite the trek to get to Tijuana for Sept.2. I will be leaving Winnipeg (Canada) on Aug 31. to go to Grand Forks ND to stay the night. My flight leave from Grand Forks at 0600. I will be stopping in Denver then a connection to San Diego. I will stay the night in San Diego and be picked up at 0700 the next morning to go to Tijuana. YIKES ! I know it seems like a bit excessive but I soooo need this surgery. Thanks to everyone who has blogged about their experiences, I have picked up a few great tips. Take care, Nikki

I feel this "NEW" sensation in my stomach and I had to stop and think about it for a sec. Then a light bulb went off and I was like, Hmm.... I think that is hunger pains. It has been forever since I felt that pain. It always seems that I feed my belly prior to getting really hungry. Sad but true. I'll be honest, this new sensation is not my favorite but it reminds me of my goal. It's the end of my first week of liquids and I am trying to stay focused!!

Hi there. I am going to Tijuana Mexico on Sept 1. I am sooo excited to have my surgery. I live in Canada and my only option (other than paying 18000 here) is going to Mexico. I have spoken to several people who went south to have their surgery done and are very happy with their results. It you have any questions, don't be scarred to ask. Good Luck on your decision!!! Nikki

I am 5 days in my pre-op liquid diet. Things are going pretty well but every time I turn on the TV they are showing some yummy food. YIKES! I need to keep busy right now. I find the busier I am, the faster the time passes. I am scheduled for Sept.2. I CAN'T WAIT....:huh0:

You are doing so well!!! Great Job. Great advise about keeping on top of the pain meds.

You sound like you are doing great!!!!

I am about a week into my two week pre-op diet of liquids. I also miss food. I have been having a lot of tomato soup. I am trying to keep my eye on the prize. It's tough....lol.. I'm with ya

After many long discussions with my hubby and my family, I have decided to go ahead and get the gastric sleeve operation. I wanted to get the lapband but since I live in Canada and the nearest fill center is an 8 hour drive..... I did all the calculations and decided to get the sleeve. It has much less maintainance for me. The pre-op and post-op diets are very similar. I called the facility where i am having my surgery (Sept 2) and they said it was no problem to switch procedures. The cost is not much more . So considering having to travel 8 hours stay the night in a hotel and doing this several times a year plus the cost of all the fills, I decided to go this route. I hope to stay on this site as everyone is SO AMAZING!!! I went on the gastric sleeve site and well...... lets just say you all are such beautiful and motivating people. I'll keep blogging to help me stay motivated and to read all of your wonderful stories. Take care, Nikki:smile2:

Awsome job!! I can't wait for my boobies to shrink. They practically choke me at night ..lol