Hi Everyone!

So, today is my first day of liquids and let me tell you, its been a rough day. I had a slight breakdown when I saw everyone eating but I took a minute and reminded myself of the reason I was going through this. So, here I am, looking for support and for motivation to push through this.

I keep reading that peoples experiences with the sleeve has been completely different with that of the band. If anyone can go into more detail I would appreciate it.

hope you all are having a good day!

Just sending positive thoughts your way from someone who can empathize. I'm being sleeved in 2 weeks, and I am 2 weeks into my 4 week pre-op diet. It was very rough at first, but it actually does get easier as time passes. Day 1 I was very week and then I felt fine for about 5 days. Then I had a total meltdown that I wanted to eat mashed potatoes or something. I also had a meltdown that I couldn't sit down to eat with my family. Fast forward a week later and last night I made a complete dinner for my family, sat in the room (but not at the table) while they ate and I felt fine. I will admit to being slightly tempted, but it was easy to resist. I didn't feel hunger at the time so I was good. I still have to do this for almost 2 more weeks, so we'll see how it goes, but I really have my good days and bad.

Good luck! I'll be rooting for you!

Good luck with it Missy. I will be doing the same as you in a couple weeks. Try to think of the end result and how worth it all will be. Keep smiling

Just sending positive thoughts your way from someone who can empathize. I'm being sleeved in 2 weeks, and I am 2 weeks into my 4 week pre-op diet. It was very rough at first, but it actually does get easier as time passes. Day 1 I was very week and then I felt fine for about 5 days. Then I had a total meltdown that I wanted to eat mashed potatoes or something. I also had a meltdown that I couldn't sit down to eat with my family. Fast forward a week later and last night I made a complete dinner for my family, sat in the room (but not at the table) while they ate and I felt fine. I will admit to being slightly tempted, but it was easy to resist. I didn't feel hunger at the time so I was good. I still have to do this for almost 2 more weeks, so we'll see how it goes, but I really have my good days and bad.

Good luck! I'll be rooting for you!

OMG!!! 4 week diet?!?! All liquids?!?! I am on day 2 and I am somewhat more at ease than yesterday but have a killer headache. I am thinking its the caffeine withdrawl, I am a huge coffee drinker (starbucks and I go way back) I know I can have tea, but I am really picky with artificial sweetener so I'm staying away from it. I am dreading being at home for dinner tonight, the smell of food just stimulated every sense and makes you want food even more. I am happy to know that you can get through it!! It gives me hope!!

Good luck on the next 2 weeks, we are on the path to a better and healthier version of ourselves and I am excited!

Good luck with it Missy. I will be doing the same as you in a couple weeks. Try to think of the end result and how worth it all will be. Keep smiling

Positive thinking leads to positive things Trying to stay focused! excited!!!