I had my sleeve done on 8/12/15. I had very little post-op pain in the hospital, but I'm pretty sure they were johnny on the spot with my pain medications. I also warned them ahead of time that I usually am extremely nauseated and vomit after anesthesia, none of that this time! The worst part of the experience so far has been how tired I was in the hospital---no rest there! I have been home for 4 days now, and am dealing with the "head hunger" I was warned about on this site. I am not getting in my recommended fluids, although I am trying like mad. I have not cheated for the fear of damaging the sleeve. I still feel fatigued, but nothing like in the hospital. The whole thing still remains a dream to me. It seems so weird that this will change my life. I have the incisions to prove to myself that it was done, but my brain hasn't accepted the reality yet. I am super excited for the future me to bloom!

My husband and kids have been a great support system these past few days, as have my friends. Some family still thinks I made a HUGE mistake, but it was MY mistake to make, if indeed it is one.

I will be reading all of your posts for support in this clear liquid stage....already can't wait to get to pureed foods, but you won't hear THIS girl complaining!

Thanks for all the support so far and to come.

Heather

I made that jello but I just can't get past one tablespoon. Also my taste buds have changed. Anyone else? I seem to want savory over sweet. I was the opposite pre-op. The idea of a chocolate chip cookie seems awful. But some chowder right now, that would be awesome.

I'm going to have clam chowder blended of course and lobster bisque

I have been able to tolerate both minus pudding that made me sick oh and black bean soup made me sick too .. It might have been because I added sour cream

I have been able to tolerate both minus pudding that made me sick oh and black bean soup made me sick too .. It might have been because I added sour cream

Isn't it to soon for black bean soup? I can't have that until week 3.

I couldn't get myself to buy the pudding. Lol.

It came blended.. And it was organic .. Lol the pudding was pretty good.

I was sleeved 8/4. Unfortunately I had complications that sent me right back into another 2 1/2 hours of surgery. Surgeon didn't find a leak or anything else as he searched inside me, cleaning clots as he went. I will never know why my blood pressure dropped to 70/30 and my drains were gushing necessitating 2 units of blood.

Bottom line is that I am on stage 1 modified for three weeks!! Just Water, milk, Protein drinks and Jello. I can't abide jello anymore and yes, I am having a "pity party!"

I don't dare cheat for fear I'll end up back in the operating room.

I followed the pre-op rules, seemed low risk and yet here I am. I have really reduced my expectations of when I will be allowed mushies. Maybe late Sept.

Yes, I am lucky to be alive but yet the day really drags as I force myself to observe Step 1. Thank you for listening (as only my boyfriend knows about my sleeve and he's still getting over the scare he had when I went back into surgery.)

Edited August 18, 201510 yr by emma4884

I was sleeved 8/4. Unfortunately I had complications that sent me right back into another 2 1/2 hours of surgery. Surgeon didn't find a leak or anything else as he searched inside me, cleaning clots as he went. I will never know why my blood pressure dropped to 70/30 and my drains were gushing necessitating 2 units of blood.

Bottom line is that I am on stage 1 modified for three weeks!! Just Water, milk, Protein drinks and Jello. I can't abide jello anymore and yes, I am having a "pity party!"

I don't dare cheat for fear I'll end up back in the operating room.

I followed the pre-op rules, seemed low risk and yet here I am. I have really reduced my expectations of when I will be allowed mushies. Maybe late Sept.

Yes, I am lucky to be alive but yet the day really drags as I force myself to observe Step 1. Thank you for listening (as only my boyfriend knows about my sleeve and he's still getting over the scare he had when I went back into surgery.)

Emma4884,

I'm sorry to hear that. You have gotten over that hurdle and you will get through this time. It will be worth it.

Try to experiment with the liquids. Take it one day at a time.

I was sleeved 8/4. Unfortunately I had complications that sent me right back into another 2 1/2 hours of surgery. Surgeon didn't find a leak or anything else as he searched inside me, cleaning clots as he went. I will never know why my blood pressure dropped to 70/30 and my drains were gushing necessitating 2 units of blood.

Bottom line is that I am on stage 1 modified for three weeks!! Just Water, milk, Protein drinks and Jello. I can't abide jello anymore and yes, I am having a "pity party!"

I don't dare cheat for fear I'll end up back in the operating room.

I followed the pre-op rules, seemed low risk and yet here I am. I have really reduced my expectations of when I will be allowed mushies. Maybe late Sept.

Yes, I am lucky to be alive but yet the day really drags as I force myself to observe Step 1. Thank you for listening (as only my boyfriend knows about my sleeve and he's still getting over the scare he had when I went back into surgery.)

I went into surgery fully expecting something to go wrong, but thankfully it didn't. I am sorry you are struggling. It will make it that much more worth it in the end. None of us should cheat. We don't want to cause any complications we can avoid. As far as forcing yourself to stick to step one....I think most of us are there, I know I am. Thinking of you.

I was sleeved 8/4. Unfortunately I had complications that sent me right back into another 2 1/2 hours of surgery. Surgeon didn't find a leak or anything else as he searched inside me, cleaning clots as he went. I will never know why my blood pressure dropped to 70/30 and my drains were gushing necessitating 2 units of blood.

Bottom line is that I am on stage 1 modified for three weeks!! Just water, milk, Protein Drinks and jello. I can't abide jello anymore and yes, I am having a "pity party!"

I don't dare cheat for fear I'll end up back in the operating room.

I followed the pre-op rules, seemed low risk and yet here I am. I have really reduced my expectations of when I will be allowed mushies. Maybe late Sept.

Yes, I am lucky to be alive but yet the day really drags as I force myself to observe Step 1. Thank you for listening (as only my boyfriend knows about my sleeve and he's still getting over the scare he had when I went back into surgery.)

I had my sleeve on the 14 th. I'm getting about 48 oz in today. I'm only allowed water, broth, tea, sf jello, and diluted juice until 26th. I must be having head hunger since all I want to do is eat when I walk into the kitchen. I'm still having cramps with cold liquids.

hi

I like this thread, I like all you guys are honest, and I am going to Tijuana on Sunday, surgery Monday. While I have you wonderful peoples attention, I would like to ask a question. RAw truth is what I need. I have been so negative about this whole thing. Not in the moment with any goals, like Im going to lose 10 pounds per month till MYGOAL? My lovely husband flipped on me finally last night ( ina good way) and said, r u even excited? Why are you doing this if you are so negative about it being a great opportunity to be happy healthy and thinner? I just cried. I am just crying. I heard that again from a co worker today. WTF? I didn't even know, I haven't been excited, Ive been in a fog. What have your goals been, if any? Did or has any one felt like this unintentionally or other wise....uggggggggggggggggg, maybe Im truly scared to get this fat off of me after all

Leonar I'm with you I totally understand where you are coming from. I too am in a fog. Scheduled for September 21st also in Mexico. I have just so many mixed emotions. You hear good stories then the dreadful ones like the one mentioned on this thread and wonder if you are making the right choice. You think to yourself maybe I could do it this time eat better exercise. Maybe I could for a while just because of fear of not even going thru with surgery but once that passes I'm sure I will go back to bad habits and start my cycle again like I have all my life. But just want you to know you will be in my prayers along with everybody taking this journey. It's just a hard situation. When I told my older son of my decision about WLS and that fact that I'm doing it in Mexico he said no mom your crazy. He tells me why can't I accept that God send me chunky style.

Sorry totally misspelled your name.

I was sleeved on the 12th also

I was sleeved on the 12th also

cool another twin how is the recovery going??

Leolar and Solly33

There are a lot of emotions that you go through. Instances such as watching food network at my son's doctors office and being like I can never enjoy trying out all these recipes if i go through this. Or the mere fact that going out to a restaurant will never be the same again or that Sunday BBQ. I'm a foodie. And that part of my identity will forever be gone.

And the first few days after surgery, I did have regrets. And others I know did too. I think this process is the hardest thing I have ever done. But I know why I am here. I know that eight weeks ago, I was in food coma, couldn't fit any clothes or had the energy or desire to take my toddler to the park. I was absolutely miserable. And today, post surgery, I have taken him out nearly every day to the park for hours to play. And soon, when cleared, I'll be able to run after him and not sit on the sidelines of his life or my life. At my biggest, I had stopped being an active participant in life. Now, food is no longer as big of a focus. Everything else is including my health, my job prospects and most importantly my family.

Make sure this is right for you. There's no going back. What do I miss so far? Chugging Water on a hot day. Lol. Silly but that's all I want. Good luck to you both. We are all here if you need us.