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Has Anyone Else Never Thrown Up?
Liberated Sleeve replied to traceyc's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
None yet thank God! -
I Hear Tell There's Gonna Be A New Sheriff In Town!
Liberated Sleeve commented on Lyra's blog entry in Lyra's Canto
LOL - congrats!! -
Calender Of Encouragement
Liberated Sleeve replied to Shemy-away's topic in Website Assistance & Suggestions
Love it! -
Day 2 Pre-Op Diet
Liberated Sleeve replied to bigkim's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hot bullion or decaf tea helps too with the hunger! -
Thanks for posting! I have been craving a salad so bad but know I can't have one until the diet plan tells me it is okay. After reading yours I will definitely not make the mistake of trying to do it early!! I hope you felt much better after it was all over! Ick!
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Help After Surgery?
Liberated Sleeve replied to Artichokes's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I did have someone at home that could take care of me if I needed it, but I did it all myself. Depends on how well you know yourself and how well you do during the surgery at the hospital. Go to the grocery store before hand and make sure you have everything you need on hand. Fill your prescriptions before hand and have them ready and easy to get to. I had a pen, paper, glucose meter, thermometer and blood pressure machine handy so I could take my vitals and record them for the doctor. Set your bedroom up so it is ready for you when you get home (i.e...have a way to prop yourself up in bed if you need to) or if you intend to sleep in a recliner in the living room for a few days, have it setup and ready. Make sure you have a clear path to the restroom (no cords, rugs, etc that could trip you) Have a path you can do your walking in the house. I had a 10oz bottle that I poured all my liquids into (except my protein shakes) and I used that to measure my fluid intake by making a tick mark every time I finished one (in the beginning my brain was still foggy from the anesthesia). Hope this helps just a little bit! -
Starting Phase Iii Diet - First Real Food Tomorrow - Excited And Yet Nervous...
Liberated Sleeve replied to want2bthin's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats on your weight loss! I am at 19lbs so far since surgery. My ticker is overall since my WLS journey began. I too was on 21 days of liquids and followed it and was very happy. I did kinda miss chewing some food but knew it wasn't forever. If you followed your liquids and didn't have any troubles getting them in you will probably do okay on the foods. Yes you will have some leftovers!! I have done well and haven't really rejected anything I have tried yet. I made some spaghetti and meatballs today and was able to eat 1 meatball (1oz - 93% lean) and 1/4 cup of the sauce (didn't eat any of the whole wheat noodles) along with 1 oz of cheese. I am definitely going to try your pork recipe, sounds good and I hear that pork seems to be easier to get down then chicken in the early days! I think your plan is a little ambitious tomorrow and doubt you will be able to intake all of that at this point, but you never know. Each of us is so different! Good luck and keep us posted! -
Halfway To Goal, 110 Lbs Gone!
Liberated Sleeve replied to BamaXpress78's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
OMG! That is absolutely fantastic!! Keep moving! -
Congratulations!!
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Can You Drink Milk Post-Op?
Liberated Sleeve replied to NJsharon's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I use Soy milk or Almond Milk (unsweetened) in my protein shakes. -
30 Min Water Rule
Liberated Sleeve replied to Leederz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I started this habit before surgery and it was hard for the first couple of days, but then it just became habit. I usually do the dishes and some chores or something else right after eating and before I know it the time has already passed (usually more then required) and I realize I am thirsty. -
Sending prayers to the almighty one that he will guide your surgeon's hands and instruments and you will feel minimal to no pain during your recovery!! Congrats and keep us posted as soon as you feel well enough to post!! Don't forget to walk, walk and walk!! God bless beautiful!!
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Sitting In My Hospital Room.
Liberated Sleeve replied to MoogleQueen's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats to the both of you!! -
Quite A Realization
Liberated Sleeve replied to lyndynojo's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Awesome! And maybe, just maybe 165 is the perfect weight for you! God bless and congrats on stopping the "beat myself up" mantra!! -
Just Got My Date
Liberated Sleeve replied to alovio's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats!! -
Surgery Tomorrow Morning 28Th
Liberated Sleeve replied to SusieQs's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats on your surgery tomorrow! Prayers are going up that God will guide your surgeons hands and instruments and you will be recovering so well that you will ask the same question I do...."Am I a placebo patient? Did you really do the sleeve on me?" The only reason I know for sure they did sleeve me is because I am not hungry at all and I can only eat small amounts when I do eat! -
Congrats!! Always room for one more!!
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Complications - Things Are Not Going Well.
Liberated Sleeve replied to wannabb08's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
God bless you Wanna! Praying for your speedy recovery and that you will start to feel normal again soon! The shot glass idea sounds great and every time you finish one you see you have accomplished intaking fluids!! As IowaAndy said though, if you aren't getting enough be sure to ask to be put back on an IV. Dehydration sucks! -
How Are You One Week Post-Opers
Liberated Sleeve replied to strawberryblue's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Your experience sounds almost identical to mine!! I asked my doctor's PA if I was a placebo surgery! LOL -
Down 19Pds
Liberated Sleeve replied to Always Actnup's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats!! Me too! 19lbs since surgery date. -
Impatiently Waiting For Surgery
Liberated Sleeve replied to Optima's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
No telling what is going on, maybe an emergency. Sit back and relax! Don't get your body all stressed out before your new sleevie arrives!! Congrats!! -
197! 197! I'm Under 200!
Liberated Sleeve replied to Joiebean's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congratulations!! -
Not-Sweet Drink Suggestions
Liberated Sleeve replied to flourgirl's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Decaffeinated Ice Tea! -
10 Week Post Op Visit Today - 80 Pounds Down
Liberated Sleeve replied to Mr_Worm's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wow, 80 pounds since January 12 is amazing!! Keep it up Mr. Worm!