Thought we could all convene here after our Feb sx so we could stay in touch....

Skip the mashed potatoes!!! Purée some Turkey meatballs and a 1/2 cup of marinara!!! 17 grams of protein!

Bored with chocolate & vanilla? I sure am!

I just made a chocolate protein shake but added a tablespoon of reduced fat peanut butter (8 g protein) before I blended it in my Ninja. Oh, yum!!! Can you say Reeses Peanut Butter Cup?

Three weeks on "full liquids" plus 3 more to go! I have got to find some ways to dress these shakes up!

Anyone else have some ideas to change up these chocolate & vanilla protein shakes? Has anyone tried a drop or two of peppermint oil? How about instant coffee for a mocha flavor?

try some almond flavor and some coconut flavoring for an almond joy

Question/concern:

I am 1 week out---sleeved on the 25th-- and I keep reading that everyone one can only eat part if a Popsicle or 1/2 there lil jello or A few bites of yogurt or pudding etc.....

I don't seem to have this issue-- I'm not really hungry and am still doing the clear liquids- I'm scared to move to quick and mess anything up .

I can have a full Popsicle and jello etc I can easily have 2 oz of liquid at a time and in guess I'm worried that is not normal or something I'd wrong w me-- I've even accidentally drank big drinks instead of the lil sips that we should and it doesn't seem to bug me---

Will this be an issue later do u think? It just doesn't seem 'normal' like others experiences......,

Thanks!

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TMI: I dread that my cycle has started. I didn't want to have to exprience that with recovering from surgery so close.

lol i fibbed and told them my period was just ending because i didn't want to be underwearless! so they gave me mesh panties and a pad. haha they had to cut them off me the 1st time i went potty after surgery cause i got tangled in them as i tried to pull them down.

Hi all,

I was sleeved on 2/22, spent one night in the hispital and am home. I have been able to distinguish gas pain from the surgery pain. The gas pain is sharper, as it comes and goes The surgery pain is simply the feeling of tightness. My surgeon described the sleeve discomfort perfectly. he said the sensation is similar to putting on brand new leather shoes. There is limited flexibility and a feeling of tightness. My diet consists of protein shakes, non fat yogurt and sugar-free Popsicle s. I need to walk more and drink more water.

I would appreciate any/all advice for the following questions:

1. How do we deal with work clothes? It's too expensive to buy new clothes every time we lose 10 pounds. I work in an office, so sweats are not an option.

2. Juicer preference. There is a ton of information on the Magic Bullet and Ninja. Do you use either? which do you prefer? Why?

3. What is your most comfortable sleeping position. Trying to get comfortable isn't easy.

Thanks in advance!

my hubby had his surgery in mid-december and works in an office as well. he had a couple sizes of pants/shirts simply because he lost/gained from previous diets so that has helped but now he is actually having to purchase clothing since his smallest clothes were baggy/hanging on him. our game plan is to purchase 1 pr pants in a neutral color/style and 2 shirts as needed and wash clothes each night. and to buy them very slightly snug then buy the same neutral color/style when they are too baggy. his belt was interesting- he had to buy another right away but since its all leather it's easy to have another hole put in and shorten as needed. hopefully it gets him through the most drastic of the weight loss.then the fun shopping starts !

Good morning! I am on my last week of liquids! I have had my refried beans and mashed potatos already! Trust me' date=' I understand. Hang in there, we will make it! <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />[/quote']

I'm 4 days post op and I know how you feel. I'm ready for some real food. Might not be a big amount but just a little sounds good Will get to try soft foods after Thursday woohoo!!

Question/concern:

I am 1 week out---sleeved on the 25th-- and I keep reading that everyone one can only eat part if a Popsicle or 1/2 there lil jello or A few bites of yogurt or pudding etc.....

I don't seem to have this issue-- I'm not really hungry and am still doing the clear liquids- I'm scared to move to quick and mess anything up .

I can have a full Popsicle and jello etc I can easily have 2 oz of liquid at a time and in guess I'm worried that is not normal or something I'd wrong w me-- I've even accidentally drank big drinks instead of the lil sips that we should and it doesn't seem to bug me---

Will this be an issue later do u think? It just doesn't seem 'normal' like others experiences......,

Thanks!

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I am 2 weeks out today, and I found that I could easily eat/drink without feeling "full" immediately. My surgeon said I just tolerated liquids better than most and that was fine. I started mashed potatoes, pureed chicken with mayo, and eggs earlier than I was suppose to. My surgeon told me it was fine as long as i could tolerate them. You are not alone.

I am 2 weeks out today' date=' and I found that I could easily eat/drink without feeling "full" immediately. My surgeon said I just tolerated liquids better than most and that was fine. I started mashed potatoes, pureed chicken with mayo, and eggs earlier than I was suppose to. My surgeon told me it was fine as long as i could tolerate them. You are not alone.[/quote']

K thank you ! Iv was feeling a freak of nature! LOL

Although I'm actually a big scaredy-cat and Could have started full liquids 4 days after surgery but I'm still doing clear liquids cuz I don't wanna mess anything up!

Thanks for making me realize I'm. Not alone-- others say that they are soooo ready for full liquids or yogurt or something more substantial and I'm actually just fine way lil liquids .... Maybe I am still weird !

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I was told 100% juice. Sf jello sf Popsicles broth and some full liquids. Tomato soup is my friend. Gatorade crystal light and things like that. We where sleeved same day

You had it done in the 28th as well? How are you feeling? Do you still have air bubbles? Ive been drinking cranberry juice and chicken broth i haven't tried the jello which i might try because i need some type of texture lol

On plane leaving Tijuana Mexico sleeve surgery went well on my way to chi-town we be very happy to see my girls

I had my surgery on the 26. I had a few problems with the drain tube. I have been trying like heck to get all my liquids in.

I am 2 weeks out today' date=' and I found that I could easily eat/drink without feeling "full" immediately. My surgeon said I just tolerated liquids better than most and that was fine. I started mashed potatoes, pureed chicken with mayo, and eggs earlier than I was suppose to. My surgeon told me it was fine as long as i could tolerate them. You are not alone.[/quote']

Yup! Same with me!

I had really no pain at all either. The nurses were telling me it all depends on your tolerance. I was walking laps and floors of the hospital a few hours after recovery and haven't had to touch my pain meds. I wouldnt be able to have sex yet. Just thinking of it makes me hurt!

I'm 6 days out. Wife is dying to have sex. I feel like I can do it...creatively.

Advice?

lol i fibbed and told them my period was just ending because i didn't want to be underwearless! so they gave me mesh panties and a pad. haha they had to cut them off me the 1st time i went potty after surgery cause i got tangled in them as i tried to pull them down.

Lol I was clearly finished the day of surgery and later that evening I get up to go to the bathroom and aunt flow decided she is going to stay 2more days while in the hospital