I was sleeved 3.27.19 -

I also had a Hiatal hernia repaired. This was the source of an enormous amount of pain.

I had very little in the way of pain both internally and incision site otherwise.

I found that using a compression band was very helpful in terms of my mobility. I also wore compression socks at night along with the band.

Today I continue week two of my full liquids phase - and it suuuuuuuucks.

I AM HUNGRY. I am also disappointed b/c I looked forward to the whole hormonal absence no appetite thingie. That is not the case for me.

I follow very strictly the diet/timeline provided me by my doctor and I don't find it fulfilling or satisfying for that matter. In addition I thought I would be down another ten pounds by now, but I understand there are slow losers and my time will come.

I walk a bit every day, and I am waiting for my office visit on 4/19 to discuss stepping up the exercise, hopefully that will help. By then I will be able to have eggs for breakfast and applesauce!

I have perused the menus for future reference and they leave me hopeful for future culinary satisfaction.

Please share your experiences with me. How did you cope with this phase (those who experience hunger)?

What were some of your coping mechanisms?

So far so good - but still hungry.

I did find Bigelow Honey Ginger Tea is a fantastic probiotic!

Hi! I had my surgery the same day as you. I have 3 more days of clear liquids then my follow up with nutritionist and surgeon on Wednesday. Unlike you, I've been blessed to have absolutely NO hunger. I do spend time planning bariatric friendly recipes I will be able to eat in a few weeks. Somehow it helps me get thru the endless shakes and fluids. I have not lost tons of weight because I gained 10 pounds of water weight in the hospital. I'm losink ar a rate of a pound a day, which I'm happy with. I am supposed to walk at least 3 times a day, but have only managed 2 times. Still have a little bit of pain. All in all, my recovery is bettet that I expected.