I vowed I would do this alone without signing up to support groups - not for any other reason than a false sense of "I've got this!" Well , day 5 post op - "I ain't got a thing!" and I'm full of so many questions, uncertainties and mixed emotions. [emoji22][emoji20] If someone could please give me some guidance I would be incredibly grateful...I don't want to do this alone...

- I don't know what hunger is anymore? Am I hungry or is my tummy just making weird sounds?

- Friends/associates said that couldn't eat/drink anymore than 100ml in one sitting..why can I? Will I be the first this has failed for?

- Still feel sore and weak.. is this normal?

- How do I know if I'm full?

- Did anyone else get the 'blues'?

Hey Kaddy!

First off, congratulations on even getting the surgery!

For the first week or few weeks I should say, your stomach is still healing and may even still be swollen, which means you won't feel hungry. Even after the swollen tissue returns normal, you'll feel full, however, you have to remind yourself to eat and get that protein!

Everyone's stomach size varies, even though they removed 75-80% of your stomach. You might be able to drink more but your only supposed to take sips here and there to prevent becoming full and having discomfort.

You'll still be a little sore bending over, twisting your body and even laying down, it's all normal, and yes, you may feel weak due to lack of sleep and energy, try to take naps here and there.

When you eat/drink, you'll begin to feel your stomach get discomfort and almost like a pain in the chest like foods stacking up in the stomach.

If you want to personally talk, shoot me a message! We are all here to support and help each other love!

~Shaun

Hi Kaddy,

The first week is scary, right? I remember feeling exactly the same way. "Is this normal?". I feel like hell...how come other people are up and running marathons the week after?

Everything you are feeling is normal. The surgeons may be able to breeze through these operations with ease, but to your body, this was major. Inside, your stomach will be sore and swollen for many weeks. Your whole body may be weak and tired for many weeks too as you recover.

The blues are totally normal too. Your body has been through a major trauma and it is reacting both physically and mentally. Normally you would soothe it with food, but you can't and that is a big adjustment. Carb intake is really low right now and your hormone levels can also be reacting. It will all level out.

The first week or two, hydration is your number one priority. As you are able, switch over to focusing on your protein.

I remember thinking I could eat more than others and was scared that I would not be successful. Now, I'm really happy that my sleeve wasn't so small. The sleeve relaxes a little over time, but not that much. In the first few months I was able to eat 4 ounces. Now I can eat 6 ounces. Its my new normal and something I can live with for the long haul.

Best of luck! I'm glad you reached out.

Today is my 4th day post op. Feeling ok. Walking around a bit and only managing some yogurt or fat free sugar free pudding. Will try a no fat cream soup today. Still get sharp pains once in a while which I attribute to the gas. Tired and napping here and there, but definitely have some energy. Incisions are a little sore but not problematic.

I do struggle with getting enough water. Am trying, but not hitting 64oz a day. Need to work on that

Good luck to everyone ??

14 hours ago, Kaddy said:

I vowed I would do this alone without signing up to support groups - not for any other reason than a false sense of "I've got this!" Well , day 5 post op - "I ain't got a thing!" and I'm full of so many questions, uncertainties and mixed emotions. If someone could please give me some guidance I would be incredibly grateful...I don't want to do this alone...

- I don't know what hunger is anymore? Am I hungry or is my tummy just making weird sounds?

- Friends/associates said that couldn't eat/drink anymore than 100ml in one sitting..why can I? Will I be the first this has failed for?

- Still feel sore and weak.. is this normal?

- How do I know if I'm full?

- Did anyone else get the 'blues'?

I did not know hunger 5 days post, my tummy made odd noices, hurt, you are still healing so i would not take those for hnger riight now.

Some people can drink alot some people can not , if you can be greatful.

i felt week for some time maybe 2 weeks.

just do not over do it and dont worry about full , i got chest pain at first when i over did the broth lol

and yes the blues i feel are normal but consult your doctor, but ys i felt quite down alot of hormonal changes. take it easy

5 days post op here as well. So confused, when do I eat, when do I drink. I am on full liquids so what exactly is eating anyway. 2 full weeks of full liquids I never thought it would be so hard and I am only on day 2 of full liquids.

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Hey Kaddy!


First off, congratulations on even getting the surgery!

For the first week or few weeks I should say, your stomach is still healing and may even still be swollen, which means you won't feel hungry. Even after the swollen tissue returns normal, you'll feel full, however, you have to remind yourself to eat and get that protein!

Everyone's stomach size varies, even though they removed 75-80% of your stomach. You might be able to drink more but your only supposed to take sips here and there to prevent becoming full and having discomfort.

You'll still be a little sore bending over, twisting your body and even laying down, it's all normal, and yes, you may feel weak due to lack of sleep and energy, try to take naps here and there.

When you eat/drink, you'll begin to feel your stomach get discomfort and almost like a pain in the chest like foods stacking up in the stomach.

If you want to personally talk, shoot me a message! We are all here to support and help each other love!

~Shaun

Thanks Shaun! Great info!!!

Hi Kaddy,
The first week is scary, right? I remember feeling exactly the same way. "Is this normal?". I feel like hell...how come other people are up and running marathons the week after?
Everything you are feeling is normal. The surgeons may be able to breeze through these operations with ease, but to your body, this was major. Inside, your stomach will be sore and swollen for many weeks. Your whole body may be weak and tired for many weeks too as you recover.
The blues are totally normal too. Your body has been through a major trauma and it is reacting both physically and mentally. Normally you would soothe it with food, but you can't and that is a big adjustment. Carb intake is really low right now and your hormone levels can also be reacting. It will all level out.
The first week or two, hydration is your number one priority. As you are able, switch over to focusing on your protein.
I remember thinking I could eat more than others and was scared that I would not be successful. Now, I'm really happy that my sleeve wasn't so small. The sleeve relaxes a little over time, but not that much. In the first few months I was able to eat 4 ounces. Now I can eat 6 ounces. Its my new normal and something I can live with for the long haul.
Best of luck! I'm glad you reached out.

"Normally you would soothe it will food..." how incredibly true!! It's like I'm lost! Even in the hospital while the meal trolleys were coming around it felt 'weird' not having a tray of food infront of me like everyone else - rather, a cup of lemon cordial! I guess there is a food mourning phase..?...it makes me realize the psychological 'habits' are still pinging but I don't have the desire (nor capacity anymore) to follow through..
I'm very thankful for your reply, it really helped me sigh with relief to read that what I'm going through is normal Is it also normal to feel like biting into something?? lol

Today is my 4th day post op. Feeling ok. Walking around a bit and only managing some yogurt or fat free sugar free pudding. Will try a no fat cream soup today. Still get sharp pains once in a while which I attribute to the gas. Tired and napping here and there, but definitely have some energy. Incisions are a little sore but not problematic.
I do struggle with getting enough water. Am trying, but not hitting 64oz a day. Need to work on that
Good luck to everyone [emoji1303]

Hi Janet! I'm napping a lot also.. I find the warmer fluids to be quite soothing.. I was struggling with the water intake but since squeezing fresh lemon juice in it and having it icy cold - it's super easy and satisfying now (obviously I can't gulp)

Good luck to you also and congrats

I did not know hunger 5 days post, my tummy made odd noices, hurt, you are still healing so i would not take those for hnger riight now.

Some people can drink alot some people can not , if you can be greatful.
i felt week for some time maybe 2 weeks.
just do not over do it and dont worry about full , i got chest pain at first when i over did the broth lol

and yes the blues i feel are normal but consult your doctor, but ys i felt quite down alot of hormonal changes. take it easy [emoji4]

Thankyou! Yes - I experienced that chest pain with my last 'meal'... I'll be super cautious with my next.

5 days post op here as well. So confused, when do I eat, when do I drink. I am on full liquids so what exactly is eating anyway. 2 full weeks of full liquids I never thought it would be so hard and I am only on day 2 of full liquids.

Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app

Yep! Same here! I have a diary to track my intake now - it's really helping.

The cream of chicken soup and cream of potato soup went down fine. About 10-15 small spoonfuls and i think I'm done. Will cap the night with a protein shake as I'm only at about 32g for the day.

Like someone mentioned above, I do miss "chewing" something. I crave something like a pretzel rod LOL. Oh well..... one day at a time friends. We can do this! ❤️

The cream of chicken soup and cream of potato soup went down fine. About 10-15 small spoonfuls and i think I'm done. Will cap the night with a protein shake as I'm only at about 32g for the day.
Like someone mentioned above, I do miss "chewing" something. I crave something like a pretzel rod LOL. Oh well..... one day at a time friends. We can do this! [emoji173]️

Absolutely!! Rest well tonight [emoji173]️

I vowed I would do this alone without signing up to support groups - not for any other reason than a false sense of "I've got this!" Well , day 5 post op - "I ain't got a thing!" and I'm full of so many questions, uncertainties and mixed emotions. [emoji22][emoji20] If someone could please give me some guidance I would be incredibly grateful...I don't want to do this alone...
- I don't know what hunger is anymore? Am I hungry or is my tummy just making weird sounds?
- Friends/associates said that couldn't eat/drink anymore than 100ml in one sitting..why can I? Will I be the first this has failed for?
- Still feel sore and weak.. is this normal?
- How do I know if I'm full?
- Did anyone else get the 'blues'?

So glad I am not the only wondering if I am doing things right or if the growling is hunger or just what my stomach does now! I am almost 4 weeks post op and it is like I don't know my body! I have been battling fatigue and I am back to work, as well! The past 2 days I have had the blues. Or grumpiness! So glad I stumbled upon this app and other people who decided to take control of their life! Now to figure out what in the heck the noises are and the amount of food I can consume! Slowing down my eating pace is a challenge for me! Any suggestions?

So glad I am not the only wondering if I am doing things right or if the growling is hunger or just what my stomach does now! I am almost 4 weeks post op and it is like I don't know my body! I have been battling fatigue and I am back to work, as well! The past 2 days I have had the blues. Or grumpiness! So glad I stumbled upon this app and other people who decided to take control of their life! Now to figure out what in the heck the noises are and the amount of food I can consume! Slowing down my eating pace is a challenge for me! Any suggestions?

Hiya! I'm a bit of an app freak - there are loads of Bariatric apps! I've just downloaded one that is a timer and reminds you to pause etc. I'm about to try it out. It's called Bariatric Meal Timer

I just looked and the Baritastic app that I have been using for reminders and journaling had a good timer! I will definitely have to try it! Thanks!