I had surgery on Thursday

[Nancykins99 5]

I was just wondering if anyone knew when I should be able to sleep on my side. I was able to come home yesterday. I'm still struggling holding my liquids down and with pain of course. I'm assuming this will be my norm. Just trying to make myself be able to sleep better as I'm waking up with a still neck .

[Shells_Almost_There 357]

Some were able to do it faster than me - I couldn't sleep on my side, even with the help of a body pillow, for 3 weeks. It was such a relief when I could finally do it! Be sure to take even smaller sips if you're struggling to keep the liquid down. These next 7 to 10 days will hold some challenges, but take your liquid Tylenol and whatever pain meds you have from your doc as long as you need to. Things will improve - hang in there!

[SkinnyScarlett 57]

Hi Nancy and congratulations on your brave decision to change your life!

When I came home from the hospital I slept in a recliner for a week. I'm a month out and it took me about 2 1/2 to 3 weeks before I could sleep comfortably on my side and stomach.

Like Shells said, try taking smaller sips. I couldn't get all my Protein or Water in and still struggle some days. But, I will say - it does get better! Once I hit my 3-4 week mark, I felt remarkably better. I'm still on mushy foods for two more weeks, but I can tell that my whole way of thinking about food is changing. For example, brunch with friends yesterday include cake. I had two or three bites and that is all I wanted. It's my new normal way of eating - I don't want to nor do I have to eat everything on my plate. Freedom from food....I love my sleeve.

Good luck on your journey. Hang in there - it WILL get better.

s.

[Nancykins99 5]

Thank you ladies I guess it doesn't help misplacing my options book with all the info regarding the post op dieting. I'm relying on what they have me yesterday and the post op folder.

I think I do have to find somewhere better to sleep. I did def get better sleep then the hospital though.