Let's make this the official January surgery date thread. I will be having my surgery on 1/31/2020. I was certain that I was going to have the vsg, but I'm learning more and leaning towards the rouxny (rny) gastric bypass. Whatever you decide, let's get this thread started and support one another. I'm just starting it, but anyone can feel free to jump in and keep it going ?.

I’m having surgery in 2 weeks (February), and wondered if I could ask you guys who have just had your surgeries as few questions...

1. My doctor says I can likely be back to work in 7-10 days. I’ve had my gallbladder removed and I felt like I was ready to head back to work after 3 days. Is 7-10 days after realistic? (I teach kindergarten, but can head to the washroom when needed and avoid lifting for the first few weeks as I have a full time EA this year).

2. Did your cravings drop after surgery? I’m 1 week in to my 3 week pre-op and not craving sugary foods. I think maybe because the protein drinks are sweet. But the cravings for savoury things is intense (cracker and cheese, steak, etc). I’m seasoning my roasted veggies and it helps a little. But when you have to make 3 meals/day for your family and see and smell the food, it doesn’t help much.

On 01/26/2020 at 10:41, ResaRoo said:

I’m having surgery in 2 weeks (February), and wondered if I could ask you guys who have just had your surgeries as few questions...



1. My doctor says I can likely be back to work in 7-10 days. I’ve had my gallbladder removed and I felt like I was ready to head back to work after 3 days. Is 7-10 days after realistic? (I teach kindergarten, but can head to the washroom when needed and avoid lifting for the first few weeks as I have a full time EA this year).



2. Did your cravings drop after surgery? I’m 1 week in to my 3 week pre-op and not craving sugary foods. I think maybe because the Protein Drinks are sweet. But the cravings for savoury things is intense (cracker and cheese, steak, etc). I’m seasoning my roasted veggies and it helps a little. But when you have to make 3 meals/day for your family and see and smell the food, it doesn’t help much.

Are you having VSG or RNY?

39 minutes ago, ResaRoo said:

I’m having surgery in 2 weeks (February), and wondered if I could ask you guys who have just had your surgeries as few questions...

1. My doctor says I can likely be back to work in 7-10 days. I’ve had my gallbladder removed and I felt like I was ready to head back to work after 3 days. Is 7-10 days after realistic? (I teach kindergarten, but can head to the washroom when needed and avoid lifting for the first few weeks as I have a full time EA this year).

2. Did your cravings drop after surgery? I’m 1 week in to my 3 week pre-op and not craving sugary foods. I think maybe because the Protein Drinks are sweet. But the cravings for savoury things is intense (cracker and cheese, steak, etc). I’m seasoning my roasted veggies and it helps a little. But when you have to make 3 meals/day for your family and see and smell the food, it doesn’t help much.

The real hell is putting away the groceries . My stuff , blah. Rest of the family, ultra processed high fat high carb sugar up the ying yang... Yum ! Then I think they are morbidly obese and diabetic and I am not anymore . lol

Sorry - I’m having a MGB.

1 hour ago, ResaRoo said:

I’m having surgery in 2 weeks (February), and wondered if I could ask you guys who have just had your surgeries as few questions...

1. My doctor says I can likely be back to work in 7-10 days. I’ve had my gallbladder removed and I felt like I was ready to head back to work after 3 days. Is 7-10 days after realistic? (I teach kindergarten, but can head to the washroom when needed and avoid lifting for the first few weeks as I have a full time EA this year).

2. Did your cravings drop after surgery? I’m 1 week in to my 3 week pre-op and not craving sugary foods. I think maybe because the Protein Drinks are sweet. But the cravings for savoury things is intense (cracker and cheese, steak, etc). I’m seasoning my roasted veggies and it helps a little. But when you have to make 3 meals/day for your family and see and smell the food, it doesn’t help much.

I had VSG and I have a desk job. I am ready to go back to work tomorrow. I don't have the same energy used to as I am averaging about 500 calories per day. I have zero cravings and no hunger. But I feel I can handle working. As long as you can get in 64 oz of water and meet your protein daily goals you probably should be able to go back to work. If you have a job that is more strenuous you probably will need more recovery time. Also keep in mind, no lifting more than 10 lbs for the first 4 to 6 weeks until you incisions heal.

Question—my surgery (VSG) is Tuesday. For the 8 days pre Op I’ve been blending a handful of ice cubes with premier protein shakes ( so it’s like a milkshake) Will I be able to do this after Tuesday as well!??

Also—I’m stressing over the hospital stay. How long (fellow VSGs) did you have to stay in the hospital???

On 01/26/2020 at 10:39, Taj said:

Fantastic!! Congratulations!! Can you tell us what your eating and exercise plan is? I’m really getting anxious because my scale hasn’t moved in a full week. 3 weeks post-op and still at the same 24 lbs I was at on my two week post-op appt.

I am really just focusing on getting all my fluids in. I do a lot of crystal light with water. I have been struggling with the protein piece of it. The premier protein shakes make me sick to my stomach. I try to get 1 shake in and make up the rest of the protein with Greek yogurt. As far as exercise I am not doing anything more than walking my dog in our neighborhood. I wouldn’t stress about being stuck I’ve heard that the 3-week stall is very common.

I had endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty on Jan 22! From Hurricane, WV!

Has anyone experienced having diarrhea after introducing protein? I’m supposed to be taking miralax - but having diarrhea so I’m not taking it!

On 01/26/2020 at 13:44, journeyytovsg said:

I am really just focusing on getting all my fluids in. I do a lot of crystal light with Water. I have been struggling with the Protein piece of it. The Premier Protein shakes make me sick to my stomach. I try to get 1 shake in and make up the rest of the protein with Greek yogurt. As far as exercise I am not doing anything more than walking my dog in our neighborhood. I wouldn’t stress about being stuck I’ve heard that the 3-week stall is very common.

Thank you so much for the encouragement. Makes me feel much better to hear that this stall isn’t unusual. I bought keto sticks and I’m actually in moderate Ketosis with no weight loss this week so that really bothered me. I’ll just keep doing what I’m doing and know that it has to go down eventually. Congratulations, again!!

On 01/26/2020 at 11:28, walkthewalk said:

Question—my surgery (VSG) is Tuesday. For the 8 days pre Op I’ve been blending a handful of ice cubes with Premier Protein shakes ( so it’s like a milkshake) Will I be able to do this after Tuesday as well!??

Yea u can still blend ur protein drinks. If you add any fruits etc make sure to Stein them to catch seeds etc.
I had to stay one night in the hospital.

On 01/26/2020 at 11:44, journeyytovsg said:

I am really just focusing on getting all my fluids in. I do a lot of crystal light with Water. I have been struggling with the Protein piece of it. The Premier Protein shakes make me sick to my stomach. I try to get 1 shake in and make up the rest of the protein with Greek yogurt. As far as exercise I am not doing anything more than walking my dog in our neighborhood. I wouldn’t stress about being stuck I’ve heard that the 3-week stall is very common.

You can try ensure MAX PROTEIN they settled with me a lot better than premier. Just make sure you only drink the MAX PROTEIN ensure the others r too high carb and fat.

I am really just focusing on getting all my fluids in. I do a lot of crystal light with water. I have been struggling with the protein piece of it. The premier protein shakes make me sick to my stomach. I try to get 1 shake in and make up the rest of the protein with Greek yogurt. As far as exercise I am not doing anything more than walking my dog in our neighborhood. I wouldn’t stress about being stuck I’ve heard that the 3-week stall is very common.

Have you tried the fairlife core? It literally tastes like a milkshake

On 01/26/2020 at 14:28, sarahSingh91 said:

You can try ensure MAX PROTEIN they settled with me a lot better than premier. Just make sure you only drink the MAX PROTEIN ensure the others r too high carb and fat.

I will try that. Thanks for the suggestion!