Alright December Sleevers, I'm hoping that this title brings more people in so we can follow and encourage each other through our journeys.

I am 40. I'm 5'4" and about 308 right now. I'd like to get to a healthy BMI which would be around 145. I'm hoping for a December 4th or 5th date with Dr. William Johnson.

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Thanks everyone for the responses. Sorry it's been awhile since I got back on here, was traveling. I started soft/puréed food today! Yeah! I had 1 tablespoon of natural peanut butter for breakfast with 1/2 tablespoon of Apple sauce and I had a mini Baby Bel cheese for lunch with 2 whole wheat crackers. It was delish! Everything came directly off my NUT's guidelines. Still struggling with the protein drinks but I feel confident I can find the right balance.

Merry Christmas everyone!

Update: One week since surgery - down 17 lbs. struggling in the intake of protein - left clear liquids at the hospital and have been on only clear broth and protein drinks. Really tired of the protein drinks and have NOT been taking enough.

Hang tough everyone. We can all do this. There is an end in sight.

Surgery was done in south Florida.

Day 11 post op for me and doc/surgeon in ER both informed me that My bloodwork showed signs of pancreatitis (never heard of that condition until today) -- thankfully it's taken care of non operatively ... They are going to get as much fluid in me as possible but unfortunately they'll need to monitor me over the next 2 nights ... Praying I will be out of the hospital by Christmas morning the latest .. Didn't plan on this but thankful I am in the process of healing the problem

Prayers and thoughts appreciated. I shed a few tears already but trying my best to stay strong. We never really know where this journey will take us but I'm hopeful all will go well for me and everyone else in our community

Day 19 here (12/4/13), and down 16.5 pounds. It's slowing a bit, averaging 3-4 pounds a week now with a large first week's loss... I'm happy about that.

My surgeon puts us on 3 weeks liquids before we can start on the puree stage, and I'm going out of my mind. I'm so sick of sweets, it's driving me nuts. I'm drinking a lot of soups, and I confess this weekend I ate a small handful of goldfish crackers with my pea soup. I mashed them up in my mouth until very soft and sipped my soup, so it was like a puree consistency.

I'm just dying to eat something! I cannot wait for Wed. when I can!

--- oh man what I would give for some goldfish or pirate booty or popcorn!!! I'm on 4 weeks liquids and probably wont get to taste tuna or flaky fish until jan 9/10... I may extend my time off from work cause this experience is too physically and mentally draining at this point ...

I'm in ER Now getting fluids possibly due to dehydration and also have tested for low blood sugar

Sandisleeve:

So sorry to hear that you had to get more fluids., I'm sure this will help you to feel much better though. Rest up, you are in our prayers.

I think most of us have been brought to tears several times during this process! When they readmitted me to the hospital for nausea last week, I was actually relieved. I'm sure you will be doing better in no time.

Edited December 23, 201312 yr by cabstewart

In the mushy stage I loved egg drop soup. Protein there and mucho flavor.

Also check this thread out:

http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/291922-alternatives-to-protein-shakes-full-liquids-soft-foods/

Edited December 23, 201312 yr by gmanbat

Sandisleeve

will be praying with you, glad you will be getting the fluids you need to bring you back to par!

get some rest while you are there.

In the mushy stage I loved egg drop soup. Protein there and mucho flavor. Also check this thread out: http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/291922-alternatives-to-protein-shakes-full-liquids-soft-foods/

Thank you gmanbat...I get to move to puréed on Christmas and I have added eggs to the list in order to make this tasty soup!

Day 11 post op for me and doc/surgeon in ER both informed me that My bloodwork showed signs of pancreatitis (never heard of that condition until today) -- thankfully it's taken care of non operatively ... They are going to get as much fluid in me as possible but unfortunately they'll need to monitor me over the next 2 nights ... Praying I will be out of the hospital by Christmas morning the latest .. Didn't plan on this but thankful I am in the process of healing the problem Prayers and thoughts appreciated. I shed a few tears already but trying my best to stay strong. We never really know where this journey will take us but I'm hopeful all will go well for me and everyone else in our community

Praying for you Sandi

Dup. Post

Edited December 23, 201312 yr by MnWin

I'm sleeved and recovery is going well right now

Day 11 post op for me and doc/surgeon in ER both informed me that My bloodwork showed signs of pancreatitis (never heard of that condition until today) -- thankfully it's taken care of non operatively ... They are going to get as much fluid in me as possible but unfortunately they'll need to monitor me over the next 2 nights ... Praying I will be out of the hospital by Christmas morning the latest .. Didn't plan on this but thankful I am in the process of healing the problem

Prayers and thoughts appreciated. I shed a few tears already but trying my best to stay strong. We never really know where this journey will take us but I'm hopeful all will go well for me and everyone else in our community

Sandie Sandie Sandie, smile honey bc WE KNOW that our God is a healer, He is gracious and All Knowing! So I want you to know that with all of the prayers that we here are sending up on ur behalf, u WILL B just fine n up n bck with the healing program soon! Don't rush, even if ur there for Christmas. Use the time get waited on hand and foot while ur getting better. U R right, we don't know where this road will lead us, but it is traveled w friends of faith and we have faith that this will soon b a distant memory n you will b just awesome! Take care, God Bless you and to All a Merry Christmas!

Sandie Sandie Sandie, smile honey bc WE KNOW that our God is a healer, He is gracious and All Knowing! So I want you to know that with all of the prayers that we here are sending up on ur behalf, u WILL B just fine n up n bck with the healing program soon! Don't rush, even if ur there for Christmas. Use the time get waited on hand and foot while ur getting better. U R right, we don't know where this road will lead us, but it is traveled w friends of faith and we have faith that this will soon b a distant memory n you will b just awesome! Take care, God Bless you and to All a Merry Christmas!

-- aww deez you are going to make me cry ...again!!! I believe in all that you say and our Great Physician is Able!!

Great news -- turns out I'll be leaving the hospital tonight after my last bag of fluids!!!! Praise God!!!!!

Sandie Sandie Sandie, smile honey bc WE KNOW that our God is a healer, He is gracious and All Knowing! So I want you to know that with all of the prayers that we here are sending up on ur behalf, u WILL B just fine n up n bck with the healing program soon! Don't rush, even if ur there for Christmas. Use the time get waited on hand and foot while ur getting better. U R right, we don't know where this road will lead us, but it is traveled w friends of faith and we have faith that this will soon b a distant memory n you will b just awesome! Take care, God Bless you and to All a Merry Christmas!

-- aww deez you are going to make me cry ...again!!! I believe in all that you say and our Great Physician is Able!!

Great news -- turns out I'll be leaving the hospital tonight after my last bag of fluids!!!! Praise God!!!!!

Congrats Sandi on getting out tonight (although, I agree, staying in the hospital sounds good to me!)

I recommend DeezJeanz be rewarded the most amazing pep talker award! Always with the positive, awesome responses!

Deez gets my vote for the best pep talker as well!!

I absolutely third that recommendation....Deez is our official inspirer/cheerleader....beyond awesome!