I had the gastric sleeve done on 4/16, hoping to be able to get more than a 2 ounces of the protein shake down.

It's hard in the beginning! The protein goals are definitely something you have to work up to. go slow and know that in the first days staying hydrated is the most important, so concentrate on your water intake.

Good luck to you

I was sleeved on the 15th. Leaving hospital today. Laura is right, focus on the water. I used the 1oz. Medicine cups to make it easier to sip and measure. This is going to be great! I love this site and its members!

Good luck Jenn and Melissa. It is a slow journey.

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I was on Clear liquids for 4 days when I left the hospital.

When I went to full liquid, premier chocolate shakes were my best friend along with Popsicles.

It's hard in the beginning! The Protein goals are definitely something you have to work up to. go slow and know that in the first days staying hydrated is the most important' date=' so concentrate on your Water intake.

Good luck to you [/quote']

Hi..I was sleeved on the 16th. I have been trying to have lots of water and chicken broth. While in the hospital the surgeons assistant told me to take my shakes as well when I get discharged. I'm a little confused as my shakes are not clear..is this still ok? Of course the doctors office is closed until Monday.

Hi..I was sleeved on the 16th. I have been trying to have lots of Water and chicken broth. While in the hospital the surgeons assistant told me to take my shakes as well when I get discharged. I'm a little confused as my shakes are not clear..is this still ok? Of course the doctors office is closed until Monday.

That does sound confusing!

Did they give you a hand out with the first weeks diet on it?

Hi..I was sleeved on the 16th. I have been trying to have lots of Water and chicken broth. While in the hospital the surgeons assistant told me to take my shakes as well when I get discharged. I'm a little confused as my shakes are not clear..is this still ok? Of course the doctors office is closed until Monday.

Your shakes will be fine. If they are too thick make them with water, instead of milk.

I agree, follow doctors order. Thin them out with water or skim milk