January 2014 Sleevers

[alexisny 45]

To be honest, I still haven't lifted her because they told me not to lift anything over 15 lbs for 6 weeks. She is just about 2 and just about 27 lbs so I am still afraid to chance it, although I hate it and want to hold her every time she asks. I do have my husband put her on my lap when I sit or she will climb up onto the couch and sit on my lap or lay on me. The first week, week and a half though I didn't even have her on my lap because of the incisions healing, it was really hard but I kept telling myself that 2 weeks versus the rest of my life is a very small sacrifice and they are so young at this age that they won't remember. Plus it is perfectly ok to snuggle with your 10 month old as much as they want, it will make you both feel better. Do you have someone that can pick up your little one and put them next to you if you are sitting up on the couch or a bed? The doctor or nurse should tell you upon being released from the hospital how long before you can lift your little one. Wow, surgery is just around the corner for you, you will do GREAT!!! Good luck, remember to walk when they give you the ok to and take this time to take care of you and put yourself first, I know it's hard to as a mommy but it's important.

I have my mother in law for 3 days, my husband for a full week home from work and then I am going to spend the 2nd week at my moms house with the kids. I definitely will have help putting him on my lap. I just feel mommy guilt. Yes I going to try and walk as soon as possible after surgery. It helped me during my 2 csections as well. Thanks for the info!

[Schmincke 118]

My MD says no lifting 10 pounds for another month (sleeved Jan 14). It increases your risk of developing hernias in the surgical sites, so I take it seriously. We have been getting half gallons of milk b/c surgeon said not to lift a full gallon.

Although I am obeying all my rules, I am recovering from my second post-op infection. First one was bladder, from the Foley catheter. It cleared up quick with antibiotics but brought a fever. This second one is mysterious with a fever over 101 that is gone for now, and doc is not sure why; they are keeping an eye out for a small leak possibly because my upper central abdomen is swollen and tender. Keeping my fingers crossed and trusting in good medicine.

Edited January 25, 2014 by Schmincke

[amanda mills 2]

Had my op last tues 21/1/14 & haven't been having a good time ???? in & out of Hosp with vomiting high temps & diarrhea ..... But can drink any Fluid that makes me happy on antibiotics now & hope the next few weeks get better as have to return to wrk in 7 days. Hope ur all doing better than I am x

[CarlaRae 1]

Hi Everyone!

I'm Carla. 43 years old from Poughkeepsie, NY.

I was sleeved on January 8, 2014. So far so good (knock on wood). Just started the pureed stage...actually a little nervous to eat food now. Been browsing the internet for some recipe ideas.

Just wanted to say hello!

[HipsAndLipstick 69]

Surgery is today at 1:30p. Gotta be in the hospital at 11:30. So nervous!!!

[Lynnc121 143]

Surgery is today at 1:30p. Gotta be in the hospital at 11:30. So nervous!!!

Good luck. Keep us posted.

[HipsAndLipstick 69]

Surgery is today at 1:30p. Gotta be in the hospital at 11:30. So nervous!!!

Good luck. Keep us posted.

Thanks. I will!

[dcancel1 14]

Good luck!

[alexisny 45]

I just had surgery this past morning. Everyone is so amazing here, but I had debilitating gas problems as many people encounter and they are giving me 2 different types of anti-nausea drugs for relief because I constantly feel nauseous. I got up and walked around immediately after I was taken to my room. Was horrible but I think I am through the worst of it.

[HipsAndLipstick 69]

Surgery went well. Pain free at the moment w/o medication. Just uncomfortable bc of hiccups and gas. Drinking my liquids. I could go home today if everything is ok instead of tomorrow

[MJM2012 27]

Congrats to both of you...

Im 2 weeks po n 20 pounds down

[frankenbelly51 2]

My surgery was January 7th. It went great and I am down about 20 pounds already. I feel great and am very happy with my decision. Best of luck to all!

[HipsAndLipstick 69]

Omg congrats both of you. Im so looking forward to being a loser!!

[finallythin 18]

Hi all. I read most of the above comments and wanted to jump on the bandwagon of Jan sleevers! I had my sleeve surgery on Jan 23rd and all is really well! Best of luck to everyone and hope we can all stay in touch throughout our first year journey post-op. Ready to kick ass and get into shape!!

[HipsAndLipstick 69]

Yesterday was my first weight in at the doctor and lost 17lbs already!