Hi guys!

I'm one month out today, and would love to hear from any of you that are going to Mexico for your surgery. I read these boards and all the amazing resources that stateside sleevers get and it makes me jealous. And nervous. I would love to chat about how everyone is getting ready, what surgeons and hospitals everyone is using, if you've found a nutritionist to work with at home, etc.

Anyone?? ((((echo))))

Becca

Dr said as long as it's just a sore throat it is ok to proceed. If I had fever or cough he'd might recommend an delay.. So, I'm ok fly out at noon tomorrow!

I am doing fine, just sore (like expected). I fly out tomorrow and can't wait to be home. I do tire out pretty easily still so I try not to do too much.

Revgirl. I haven't had any throat issues. I couldn't even tell it happened.

@@Revgirl, how's your throat today??

@MSbling -- good luck tomorrow!!!! Are you excited? Nervous?

@@wantingabetterlife -- Welcome Home!! I've been thinking about you. How are you feeling after your trip?

Question of the Day for all of us: How are you planning to eat on Thanksgiving?

Answer: So, I will be in the two week full liquids phase. I am planning to have some butternut squash soup and then a pumpkin pie protein shake. I actually feel really good about it.

Your turn!!

Question of the Day for all of us: How are you planning to eat on Thanksgiving?

I finally tried out a creamy soup today, so I'm thinking that's what I'll have on Thanksgiving. And a water type beverage. Always with the water... It should be fine. My family knows about the surgery, and we're keeping the foods simple this year, so I don't anticipate issues. I'm sure the turkey will smell amazing though. Everything smells amazing these days. ????

Becca, I think what I'm dealing with in my throat is thrush. I will be heading to the Dr. Today. It can be caused by antibiotics which of course we were on after surgery. It is not dangerous in any way, it does hurt alot in my throat though. Hoping to get it under control before thanksgiving!

I did promise some wonderful resources. Two I have found online are Bariatric Foodie which has fantastic recipes of all kinds and Nashua Nutrition where I've ordered the most delicious protein shakes/ puddings. I also highly recommend Daiya cheeses from the grocery store. So the recipes I'm using from Bariatric goodie? For thanksgiving I'm making a Chocolate Cheesecake by mixing 2 packets of Nashua Cheesecake mix for every 8 oz. Chocolate protein drink. The whole cheesecake takes 4 packets of cheesecake mix and 2 8 oz. Chocolate protein drinks. Let it set in fridge and enjoy! The other recipe that can be used in the full liquid stage and beyond is what I call Swiss cheese soup. Place 8 oz. of water in a bowl, add 1 boullion cube (I like chicken) then add 2 slices of Daiya Swiss cheese. Microwave for 3mins. Enjoy! When in the puree stage I hope to use this as a cheese sauce to add flavor.

Sorry for the typo! It is Bariatric Foodie

I made it late yesterday afternoon. In about 2 hours (6:45 am pst) I'll leave for the hospital. Not nervous... I'll get nervous right before and I'll try to stall it.. I did it with my csections... I'll be fine...

Good luck!

Made it home okay. It took a lot out of me. I was so very tired but I also had a long trip. Today is much better though!

Surgery was yesterday about 3:00 Was in pain a bit till (dry heaving) about 8:00 when I crashed after a dose of pain meds - I was wore out! I Woke up about midnight- felt fine went a walk and came back to bed. Woke up again at 3:00 am wide awake so decided to update the group.

Passed first leak test, showered, and taken my first serving of liquids. So far doing good just sleepy

Passed first leak test, showered, and taken my first serving of liquids. So far doing good just sleepy

So glad to hear you are doing well. When you discharge and go back to the hotel, don't try to do too much. We went shopping and I was absolutely exhausted and wished I hadn't gone. In the beginning, just doing a little tires you out.

Yea!! We did it! We flew out of San Diego to Dallas on Friday night and made it home Saturday morning about 1:30. Rested, sipped, walked and slept most of the day. I did go to the grocery store for some soup and juices. The docs at INT Hospital in Mexico were surprised that I did so well. I had 3 procedures and only had a very little pain when I first woke up. No nausea or throwing up. Having a little trouble with my blood pressure, but no insulin since Wednesday. Down 14 pounds since this started.

I am 1 day past-op and I was wondering if anyone retained fluids? I hardly have to go to the restroom.