African American vsgers!

[byebyefat 262]

Hello everyone, I was sleeved a week ago, and doing ok, what did everyone put on their incisions and congratulations to everyone on their progress or if wasn't sleeved yet ,congratulations on taking the steps to become healthier

Hw 298

Sw 270 (9/14/15)

CW 259 (9/21/15)

Edited September 22, 2015 by byebyefat

[byebyefat 262]

Hey everyone, I am so glad to be apart of this forum. I have a load of thoughts. I am a single mom of a 1 year and I just need to know if any of you guys have been in this boat. I have my last NUT visit on Friday and then the Dr's. office will send off my records for my authorization. I have been told by numerous sleevers that you cant lift for the first 4 weeks??? How is this even possible with a 1 year old at home???? If anyone has any advice please share. I came really far on this journey and I would hate to have to wait 2 or 3 more years.

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I have a one year old as well and 4 other children and I'm one week post op and no way am I able to lift him, it's been a struggle, I bought a stepping stool for him to assist him on my bed, it's been easier for me to have him sleep with me and use the stepping stool for him to get in his high chair, to the sink to brush his teeth etc, best wishes

[brandnewme2015 217]

Hello everyone, I was sleeved a week ago, and doing ok, what did everyone put on their incisions and congratulations to everyone on their progress or if wasn't sleeved yet ,congratulations on taking the steps to become healthier

Hw 298

Sw 270 (9/14/15)

CW 259 (9/21/15)

I made sure I cleaned my incisions a few times a day, and once it finally scabbed over, I used Mederma. Best of luck and congrats on your decision.

[anna9/15 93]

Sleeved on 9/15

[VSG_A_NEWME 16]

My two part stress test is this week....what can I expect?

I'm here for part one of the stress test. The IV is in my hand just waiting to begin..

[byebyefat 262]

Hello everyone, I was sleeved a week ago, and doing ok, what did everyone put on their incisions and congratulations to everyone on their progress or if wasn't sleeved yet ,congratulations on taking the steps to become healthier

Hw 298

Sw 270 (9/14/15)

CW 259 (9/21/15)

I made sure I cleaned my incisions a few times a day, and once it finally scabbed over, I used Mederma. Best of luck and congrats on your decision.

thank you so much, where do I purchase Mederma ?

[brandnewme2015 217]

Hello everyone, I was sleeved a week ago, and doing ok, what did everyone put on their incisions and congratulations to everyone on their progress or if wasn't sleeved yet ,congratulations on taking the steps to become healthier

Hw 298

Sw 270 (9/14/15)

CW 259 (9/21/15)

I made sure I cleaned my incisions a few times a day, and once it finally scabbed over, I used Mederma. Best of luck and congrats on your decision.

thank you so much, where do I purchase Mederma ?

you can get mederma at the pharmacy section of any grocery store, or any Walgreen's, CVS, Rite Aide, etc.

[byebyefat 262]

Hello everyone, I was sleeved a week ago, and doing ok, what did everyone put on their incisions and congratulations to everyone on their progress or if wasn't sleeved yet ,congratulations on taking the steps to become healthier

Hw 298

Sw 270 (9/14/15)

CW 259 (9/21/15)

I made sure I cleaned my incisions a few times a day, and once it finally scabbed over, I used Mederma. Best of luck and congrats on your decision.

thank you so much, where do I purchase Mederma ?

you can get mederma at the pharmacy section of any grocery store, or any Walgreen's, CVS, Rite Aide, etc.

thank you again so much, imma grab some omw home from work today. Have a great day

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

@@BLERDgirl I'm smiling and happy for you! You are one of my favorite people on this site. You give such sound advice. I really am glad you are doing well. Keep up the good work!

I somehow missed this comment. Thank you!

Hello everyone, I was sleeved a week ago, and doing ok, what did everyone put on their incisions and congratulations to everyone on their progress or if wasn't sleeved yet ,congratulations on taking the steps to become healthier

Hw 298

Sw 270 (9/14/15)

CW 259 (9/21/15)

I used scarfade gel. It's pricey but my scars tend to get red and keloid. This flattens them and make them nearly invisible. I used this on my face after I had a very severe case of shingles on the advice of my doctors. Worth every penny.

[Fame 53]

Was sleeved on the sept 28th!

[TammyDTM 391]

@@Fame Congratulations! How are you feeling?

[Fame 53]

@@TammyDTM I'm actually not doing too well... mentally and physically... But I am trying to work through it but it's hard. I got a hernia repair also and now i have spasms near the top of my stomach with every swallow from Water to soft food just everything and even when I am not drinking I have them :/ ( I did see my Doc today). I am mentally drained and it has just been a bad experience but I am trying to stay as positive as I can

[TammyDTM 391]

@@Fame I had a hernia repair also. I found that sitting straight up while eating and drinking helped. I also would take short walks after a meal to help it "settle" better.

It will all get better with time. Keep a positive attitude and keep the big picture in focus!

You'll be alright!

[BohemianBeauty 58]

Congratulations. Glad you're feeling better! I'm hoping to get sleeved December or January.

[BohemianBeauty 58]

I'm due to have an umbilical hernia repaired at the same time