Thought I'd start a thread for those that are having their surgery July 26th so we can all vent/compare how we are feeling at each stage of the journey. How is everyone feeling at this point? I keep getting this question: Are you stressed or excited? My answer is both!

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Has anyone else been to their post-op appt.? How is everyone doing? Any good weight loss numbers yet or good progress? I do not have my appt. until Monday and do not want to step on a scale until then. I hope it is good news!

Yes. I am still on liquids but I have lost 17lbs since surgery.

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Please tell me what and how much you all are eating at this point. What does a typical day look like?

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Please tell me what and how much you all are eating at this point. What does a typical day look like?

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I don't know what an average day is SUPPOSED to look like really, but what I try to do is one protein shake (30 g protein) and something else like a yogurt or a pureed dish (refried beans, eggs, yogurt) for about another 15 g of protein, and as much water (usually flavored) as I can stomach. I know that I am not up to my goals just yet but it is a work in progress.

I try to get 2 protein shakes in a day for 60grams of protein. Sometimes I only manage 1.5 because I'm getting sooo wore out of protein shakes! Yesterday I had 1/2 a scrambled egg with a little cheese for breakfast, a protein shake for lunch, about 1-2oz of ricotta cheese bake for dinner.

If you haven't tried the ricotta cheese bake I HIGHLY recommend it.

I have my first follow up with my surgeon on Monday.

I drink approximately 2 bottles of water a day. I know i need more

Today i had a 1/4 of a slice of low fat meatloaf. I was so excited i couldnt take another bite even tho it was so yummy!!

1 protein shake. Tryin to get my protein in. Its hard!!!!

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Thanks ladies. I'm getting my water and protein in but I just feel like I'm flying by the seat of my pants! I want this to work so bad and I'm afraid I'm going to screw something up

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I'm supposed to start pureed tomorrow, but just couldn't stand to wait one more day so am currently having cottage cheese. Was soooo missing the savory side of things with all these sweet protein shakes and flavored drinks. Even the cream soups weren't cutting it anymore. It's been 4 weeks of liquids total and I'm so ready to move on. I know there are a lot of recipes available for me to start trying, but what did you (or are you) all personally eating?

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I started puréed last Tuesday and honestly I haven't really done puréed at all besides some yoplait Greek whips, eggs and mashed potatoes. Honestly I have totally cheated and been eating chicken and beef and cheese with no trouble. I don't suggest anyone try it but I have been okay so far. I really haven't been able to eat more than a few bites of anything at one time. I hope you get some wonderful recipes for puréed!

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I'm supposed to start pureed tomorrow, but just couldn't stand to wait one more day so am currently having cottage cheese. Was soooo missing the savory side of things with all these sweet protein shakes and flavored drinks. Even the cream soups weren't cutting it anymore. It's been 4 weeks of liquids total and I'm so ready to move on. I know there are a lot of recipes available for me to start trying, but what did you (or are you) all personally eating?

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I have been eating cottage cheese, yogurt, refried beans (pintos and cheese from Taco Bell are amazing!), soup, egg salad, scrambled egg with cheese. I want to try the ricotta bake.

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@@Rocshae Please be careful. The reason for the puree at this stage isn't only about what your stomach can tolerate but this early out you are still healing and have a large incision with staples. Small pieces of food can get stuck in a staple or suture line and cause significant complications (you wouldn't necessarily know right away or even days later.) It's dangerous not following the plan. It's really not worth taking a chance.

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There's a Facebook group for us July Sleevers! Here's the link

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1784155218475890/

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When i click the link for the facebook page it says not available :-(. Can anyone help?

So i was worried about the 3 week stall..so yesterday i had my hubby hide thebscale. Im going to weigh only on the 1st and 15th of each month. Wheeew. Feel so much less stress!!!!

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When i click the link for the facebook page it says not available :-(. Can anyone help?

So i was worried about the 3 week stall..so yesterday i had my hubby hide thebscale. Im going to weigh only on the 1st and 15th of each month. Wheeew. Feel so much less stress!!!!

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I've seen posts like this b4 n couldn't use the link either. Always wondered if it was a scam or something. Maybe this app wont let us follow links?

Good for you on slowing down on weighing yourself. I feel like at this stage we are following program, for sure our pouch is restricting and our bodies are gonna do what they are gonna do. We are bound to go down and not up. It'll make you crazy to compare to other peeps cuz we r all gonna hit that plateau differently. It is fun to weigh once in a while though. Have you taken measurements? I did b4 surgery...I need to re measure n take some after photos. That will be fun to see too. You are doing great...keep on keepin on!

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When i click the link for the facebook page it says not available :-(. Can anyone help?

So i was worried about the 3 week stall..so yesterday i had my hubby hide thebscale. Im going to weigh only on the 1st and 15th of each month. Wheeew. Feel so much less stress!!!!

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I've seen posts like this b4 n couldn't use the link either. Always wondered if it was a scam or something. Maybe this app wont let us follow links?

Good for you on slowing down on weighing yourself. I feel like at this stage we are following program, for sure our pouch is restricting and our bodies are gonna do what they are gonna do. We are bound to go down and not up. It'll make you crazy to compare to other peeps cuz we r all gonna hit that plateau differently. It is fun to weigh once in a while though. Have you taken measurements? I did b4 surgery...I need to re measure n take some after photos. That will be fun to see too. You are doing great...keep on keepin on!

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Thanks girl. Great idea to take measurements!!! I know my clothes are a lot looser and instead of xl shirt (it swallows me now) im in a large!!! Slow and steady wins the race. So proud of u Deb!!! We got this.

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I think my large incision is infected. Its super painful. No fever tho. I see the doc Monday. Should i wait til then or go sooner? Ughhh ive been doing so great. I dont want a complication. What do u guys think ? Irritated or possibly infected?????

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