southerngirl

Hey! Just wondering how everyone is doing? I am almost at goal! I feel so great! Energy to play with my kids, and I love to wear clothes and go places now!!! I've lost 70 lbs so far!

He does not use a catheter. As soon as I was taken in my room from surgery I was assisted to the bathroom. That was a concern for me too! He was great! The surgery went smooth and the nurses are so sweet.

It was the best decision I ever made! I thought the same as you and believe me it works and is worth it! I've lost 50lbs since my surgery in April. I don't deprive myself of anything but I eat healthy. Like if I want to order a dessert then I do because I know I will only eat one bite. My friends and family have developed the same habit. We order one dessert and we all get a bite. But you will crave healthy food as you start to see the results! Good luck to you!!

I felt bloated for the first few days but walking immediately after surgery helped me. I went back to work within 4 days and was fine. I was a little tired by the end of the day. As long as you sip all day and walk around some you'll be fine.

I too have had problems with getting in enough fluids. Now I have developed a kidney stone for the first time in my life from being dehydrated!!

Hat can I eat? I'm having a hard time.

You described it perfectly! The anesthesiologist is also a cardiologist. He looks like a kid but is highly skilled and when I heard that I was instantly impressed and at ease.

Hey! I think we can do cottage cheese next. It makes my mouth water!! I just started creamy soups. It takes me about a half an hour or more to eat 1/2c! Lol I've also lost 20!!!! It hurts when I eat too big of bites or when I'm done. But not hungry. My head just tells me I want stuff. Beans are gonna be so good!! Glad you are doing so great!

Does anyone remember the thread about the ricotta and tomatoe sauce. Looking for that recipe.

I totally just had a freak out for that moment thinking holy crap I just cut off half my stomach. But I feel confident and great!!! It was just a minute freak out. Haha! I feel like this is the best decision I've made.

Praying for all those starting their new journey of recovery and all those going into surgery! April is time of renewal and fresh beginnings! All of us April sleevers will be successful and healthy! Stay strong!!

Wow! It's been a month already for you? I remember when you went!

M trying to figure our if the big tight feeling or sharp rumble feeling kind of like a big bubble caught is the feeling of being full. Otherwise how do you know? I'm never hungry so I'm not sure if that's eat? If so I am on my 5th day post op and can only have two small bites of soup. Then wait about 15 to thirty and have two more bites of soup(broth). Does that sound normal?

Congratulations!!! I knew you would have a great recovery!!

Good luck! It will all be fine remember to cough and deep breath after surgery even if you have to brace a pillow! You'll be great!