It's coming up so fast. I'm looking for a sleeve buddy! Ahhh I can't believe it's only 5 days away!

So I added unsweetened chocolate spirutein protein powder with scoop of sugar free chocolate ice cream and splash of half and half made it very liquidy. Tastes like wendys frosty. Got 2 oz in. Got in my vitamin liquid and b12. My incisions have staples which burn occassionaly. Just glad to be home. I'm also pureeing creamy potato soup with extra water. Very good. Can get in 1 or 2 oz of that.

So I added unsweetened chocolate spirutein Protein powder with scoop of sugar free Chocolate ice cream and splash of half and half made it very liquidy. Tastes like wendys frosty. Got 2 oz in. Got in my Vitamin liquid and b12. My incisions have staples which burn occassionaly. Just glad to be home. I'm also pureeing creamy potato soup with extra Water. Very good. Can get in 1 or 2 oz of that.

Hey thats what I do and it's soo good I add mind with my Protein Drink

I'm doing fine. It was surprisingly pretty easy with no major issues. I went to Cancun. That beautiful beach was a great tonic! I had a little issue with a combination of gas and diarrea. I thave found that GasX helps that. I didn't have much gas from the surgery, though--no shoulder pain. I didn't walk enough, but I didn't need to . I found the IV pole awkward to maneuver. Thanks to my wonderful hubby who stayed with me and helped me with the pole! To Ms. Jones (I'm a Jones, too), sorry about your issues. My Dr gave me gatorade for the first few days. The instructions said to discontinue it after day 3, unless you had nausea or diarrea. I still drink it some and it helps. Of course, it is also good for dehydration. And for the coffee lovers. I found a mocha espresso flavored protein called Click. It is awesome! I think I'm going to wait a bit to drink it, but I tried a taste today when my husband made some. I think I have the protein figured out pretty well and the "meal" times, but I am having trouble remembering to keep sipping water!

Hello all!!! WE MADE IT TO 1 WEEK!!!!!!! Its been pretty new but not so bad I must admit... After my 1 incident in the very beginning, I have been doing much better. However, I did have somewhat of an incident I think. My bf went to the custard stand to get me a sugar free slush drink but he came back with something like a gelati (ice cream on the top & bottom). I took the ice cream out as much as I could but figured a tiny bit wouldn't hurt. Long story short, I hadn't gone #2 since surgery & after my less than 2oz of deliciousness & about 20 minutes, I was 1 2 stepping it to the bathroom. No embarrassments or discomfort, it was just a long time spent on the porcelain throne just because I was unsure of what may happen ya know, with my new stomach & all. That was Tuesday btw. Wednesday I cheated again & had a holiday cookie. It was super soft with a super sweet icing on top & it was one of my worst decisions I've made.. Went straight through me & that was it for me!! Strictly broth, freeze pops, & water. Today I started my full liquid stage... Haven't had any protein yet tho.. I've been trying to figure out how I'm gonna cope tomorrow on my birthday... NO CAKE.. NO ICE CREAM... NO FOOD!!!! & still alil sore... How can I possibly enjoy my 30th birthday like this...? Smh Oh well, omw week sleeved & I'm happy I did it.. It's a life long learning process & I'm bouta rock this sleeve! Congratulations to you all!!! We're a big bunch a Great Big Fat Losers!!!!!!!

I'm doing fine. It was surprisingly pretty easy with no major issues. I went to Cancun. That beautiful beach was a great tonic! I had a little issue with a combination of gas and diarrea. I thave found that GasX helps that. I didn't have much gas from the surgery' date=' though--no shoulder pain. I didn't walk enough, but I didn't need to . I found the IV pole awkward to maneuver. Thanks to my wonderful hubby who stayed with me and helped me with the pole! To Ms. Jones (I'm a Jones, too), sorry about your issues. My Dr gave me gatorade for the first few days. The instructions said to discontinue it after day 3, unless you had nausea or diarrea. I still drink it some and it helps. Of course, it is also good for dehydration. And for the coffee lovers. I found a mocha espresso flavored Protein called Click. It is awesome! I think I'm going to wait a bit to drink it, but I tried a taste today when my husband made some. I think I have the protein figured out pretty well and the "meal" times, but I am having trouble remembering to keep sipping water![/quote']

I'm happy your sleeve is working out for you Mrs. Jones! Thanks for the Gatorade tip. Maybe I'll give it a try every now & then.

Girl you made me laugh....I made homemade potato soup but ate teensy pieces of mashed potato. Big mistake. The baby tummy didn't like it. No big incident just some gas pain. Live and learn. Same thing after I got my lapband and ate bread. Baby steps baby steps.

I'm glad y'all are doing well!

Today I had some of the juice from the pork n Beans. And oh my it was yummy. I had a little tiny bit of gas pain, but nothing that a gas-x couldn't handle.

We are all going to ROCK these sleeves!

Yes we are!

Went for my first post op appointment today... My sweet 236 & today I weighed in @ 225. So I'm down 11lbs since surgery on June 28th. My Doc said 11lbs is kinda low but because I didn't have a lot to lose in the beginning it's good. I also don't drink enough water or take in enough calories but I just don't ever have an appetite. Today I had a small slice of pizza.. smh is all I can do

Wow you could eat pizza? Barely can do soup. Went for my post op appt today. I am losing about a pound today which the doc said was really good. I started at 223 and now am 209. Working on poached egg and refried beans.

Just a thought maybe not to eat solids so soon. It could cause a leak which they make you stay in the hospital for months while it heals. Not worth it.

Wow you could eat pizza? Barely can do soup. Went for my post op appt today. I am losing about a pound today which the doc said was really good. I started at 223 and now am 209. Working on poached egg and refried Beans.

I went yesterday for my first post-op appointment... I am also losing about a pound a day! In the words of the nurse, "you are really knocking those pounds out"

I was so excited to hear those words!

Also congrats to you on your weight loss!

I'm also losing about a pound a day. My Dr said I could start soft foods when I got home, but I was cautious and stayed on mostly clear liquids for a week, and now protein drinks for a week. My one "cheat" was creamy natural peanut butter. On the way home from Cancun, when they broke out the peanuts on the plane, it was all over! I didn't eat peanuts, but had to try just a tiny taste of the PB. It hasn't caused any issues. I am now beginning to feel like I want more though, so yesterday I had Greek yogurt AND peanut butter for lunch. The yogurt gave me gas pains, which were relieved by GasX, but I think I will keep trying just a little at a time. I think my tummy just needs to get used to it and the yogurt should be good for digestion. I have also had a little apple sauce. I'm just going to keep tying a little of new things, very carefully!

I ate refried beans yesterday and have been sick all night with nausea. My new baby tummy is very tempermental. I was upgraded 2 days ago to pureed mushy foods which included peanut butter of creamy types. Its good protein my surgeon said. Haven't tried it yet. This morning my tummy is still kinda upset.

I had a little problem with beans too, but tried hummus today at lunch and it seems ok. I have already eaten over 1/2 a jar of natural, creamy peanut butter over the last week. It is a life saver and my tummy loves it! Try just a small spoonful at first.