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A little tight in the am

Hi everyone... I was wondering if anyone else has this problem? In the morning I have to wait a couple of hours to eat breakfast. I have no problem with liquids, but the mushy foods are a smidge tough to get down. After a few hours I have no problem.... in fact I then need to watch how much I am putting in my mouth.. Take care, Nikki
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one week out !!!

Well this week has been such an adjustment to the way I used to live. I didn't realize how often I would put something in my mouth with out even noticing. My tummy is still a little sore and I have wicked heartburn. I am forced to wear some pretty un-sexy granny panites to make sure there is no rubbing on my incisions. I am craving meat. I have almost had it with all these super sweet shakes. ground up chicken and a little mashed potatoes sounds blissful right now. I hope everyone is doing well! Nikki
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Hola I'm back from Tijuana

well, I did it !!! I am 4 days post op and feel pretty good. It was such a journey to get this done I am super glad to be home.   I had my surgery done at the Jerusleam Hospital in Tijuana by Dr.Almanza. HE WAS AMAZING !!!!! I am soooo pleased with the treatment that I received at the hospital as well as the recovery house.   I had my surgery Sept.2 at 3pm and was up with little pain less than 24 hours. I was sitting and talking to all the new patients at 10 am the next day. The staff were so professional and the hospital was very clean.   NOW.... let me tell you a little about the first 10 hours post-op. YOU WILL FEEL LIKE YOU ARE DYING...lol seriously. I was in super pain, pain like I have never felt. The gas pains are CRAZY! :crying:Gas x strips were a waste of time for me. The only and I mean ONLY thing to get rid of the pain is to walk and walk. My hubby came with me and had me up every hour on the hour for a walk. It really helped. I will blog some more about all the tips and advise I can pass on.   Take care, Nikki
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I'm off to start my journey....

I am off to tomorrow to start my two day trek to Tijuana. I can't believe it's finally here. I have been waiting what seems like forever. I have been planning and researching to my hearts content... but... now.. I seem to have forgotten everything I was reading.   I all of a sudden don't feel prepped yet. I'm sure it happens to everyone..lol..   I am sad to leave my little one with my parents and I had to tell her I was going to a nursing meeting for a few says. She is not ready to hear that mommy is having an operation. My dear hubby will be by my side the whole time. He is off to the movie store to pick up some DVD's for the hospital for me.:huh0: He is such a gem. I am so lucky to have him. i will blog when I get back to let you all know how it all went. Take care, Nikki
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one week today.....

It's officially one week today that I well be getting the sleeve. It seems like forever that I have been waiting.   I have quite the trek to get to Tijuana for Sept.2. I will be leaving Winnipeg (Canada) on Aug 31. to go to Grand Forks ND to stay the night. My flight leave from Grand Forks at 0600. I will be stopping in Denver then a connection to San Diego. I will stay the night in San Diego and be picked up at 0700 the next morning to go to Tijuana. YIKES !   I know it seems like a bit excessive but I soooo need this surgery.   Thanks to everyone who has blogged about their experiences, I have picked up a few great tips. Take care, Nikki
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Can't wait

I am 5 days in my pre-op liquid diet. Things are going pretty well but every time I turn on the TV they are showing some yummy food. YIKES! I need to keep busy right now. I find the busier I am, the faster the time passes. I am scheduled for Sept.2. I CAN'T WAIT....:huh0:
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i think I might cahange my mind

Hi there, I was scheduled for lapband surgery for two weeks. I have just started my pre-op diet. I am Canadian and have to go to Mexico to have the surgery because it is about 18000.00 here. I will have to go to a fill center in the states to have my band filled and no MD will do it for me here. The closest is in MN about an 8hour drive away. I was talking to a few people and they suggested the sleeve because it has less maintenance. I called the clinic in Mexico and they also stated it was a better idea. Does anyone have any thoughts on this?:huh0:
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