CJ's mom

It went really well! No nausea, not much gas, some pain and discomfort but I definitely think my c-section was worse. I've been getting most of my protein in as well as my fluids. I noticed today I've been "hungry" but have been satisfied with an ounce or so of soup. Today I had 3 shakes and about 2 oz of soup. It almost feels like I shouldn't be "eating" this much so soon. I also went on two walks today...those definitely help! Oh and last night I was finally able to sleep on my side for a while! Yay!! Overall I would have to say my experience has been excellent. I'm extremely blessed! What about you? How much have you been eating, walking? Any major pains?

That's awesome! How long ago was your surgery?

I was sleeved on the 12th also and have had a pretty good recovery so far. No bad gas pains and I've been getting about 2 shakes a day. I've also been able to have a couple ounces of tomato soup which is a nice change to the same old shakes I've been on for a couple weeks. The one problem I seem to have occasionally is the pain under my breastbone if I drink something too fast. At this point it's all about learning how my new body is working. I have been salivating over recipes that I can't wait to try and watching the food channel a lot though LOL

Hi ya'll! I was sleeved on 11/12/12 and have noticed I'm having these crazy loud stomach noises. It's like a mixture of grumbling and digesting but it super loud...LOL Has anyone else had this issue?

I'm just hoping it doesn't do it in a business meeting or during the quiet part of a movie...scary! LOL

I figured it was part of the "process". We all just sit around an laugh at how incredibly loud it actually is. There's no pain at all thank goodness!

My doc told me I only needed a multivitamin and a B12 - no calcium. It sounds like most of you are also taking calcium. Wonder why I don't have to....

I'm waking up about every 4 hours or so. My problem is my back hurts from the constant pressure of not being able to turn on my side while sleeping. So I have to get up and move around some and by that time I'm awake. I wonder how many days post op we feel ok enough to sleep on our side?

Heading home from the hospital today! Everything went well and although I'm still in pain I'm ready to go home. So far so good!!

You can do it! It's gonna be hard...not gonna lie...but I promise you can do it. I lost almost 14 lbs on my 7 day liquid diet and at times thought I was going to starve to death but if I can do it you can do it!

You can do it! It was hard...not gonna lie...but it's worth it. I lost almost 14 lbs on my one week liquid diet. You got this!!

Passed my swallow study this morning!

Hi y'all! Surgery is done and I'm in my room. Had some serious pain in the beginning but now with all the meds they have in me I'm feeling ok. My largest incision hurts some but the majority of pain I feel is in my chest which I guess is from the gas. Been drifting in and out of sleep for the last few hours but I'm awake now and even walked a little bit. Thanks to everyone for their prayers!

Well it's here...November 12th....my new birthday! Sitting in the waiting room ready to start my new life. Surgery is scheduled for 1 and I'm actually surprised I'm not more nervous. I feel very peaceful and calm. Good luck to you all getting sleeves today!

Clear liquids for me today. I did a little shopping but started feeling really tired so now I'm relaxing at home and finishing up some laundry before I pack for tomorrow. Hope this day goes by fast!

Ok that didn't look right but you get the idea lol

I'm taking my cell phone and laptop, toiletries, pajamas and a couple books. I'm sure there's something I'm missing...lol What about you?

Me too! I have to be there at 9 for a 1pm surgery. Everyone keeps asking me if I'm nervous or scared but right now I'm just excited. Wonder if the nerves will kick in tomorrow....

Hugs!! You'll do great!

Hey November sleevers! Just had my pre-op this morning so everything is set for surgery on the 12th. I'm super excited but also a little nervous. Honestly, mostly right now I'm just hungry! This week long liquid diet is killing me and I still have a few days left. I have given in a couple times and had a reduced fat cheese stick but other than that its protein shakes and broth for me. On the plus side I'm down 5 lbs since Sunday! Good luck everyone!

I'm on day 3 now and I've found I'm definitely not as hungry as I was on the first day. I think some of it is in my head but most of it is just plain ole hunger pains! I know ya'll can relate! We can do this!!

I started my pre-op liquid diet yesterday and I'm starving! I'm allowed 7 protein shakes a day which sounds like a lot until that's all you can have LOL! I hear it gets better within the next couple of days so I'm counting down. Surgery is scheduled for November 12th. Hope you have an easier time with the liquid diet than I am ????

Congrats Jessie! I'm scheduled for surgery one week from today so please keep us posted. I want to hear everything! LOL

I'm on day one of the liquid diet also. Surgery scheduled for the 12th. I get 7 shakes a day and any clear liquid like Water or broth. I've lost track of how many times I've looked at the clock today to see when I can have my next shake and can't believe how many tv commercials there are for food! LOL!