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Hang in there, it gets better. for gas I used dissovable gas-x strips, they worked wonders. Im almost 3 weeks post opp and feeling great

He said no lifiting for six weeks...kicking not so sure. I put pillows all over my stomach just in case my son decides he wants to run into me. We keep telling him that mommy hurt and he has to be gently. that calms him down and he stays away. He understands gentle Still hard though cause you want to give them a big hug and not be afraid he'll hit you in stomach

Thanks I agree

Thats awesome! I took 7 days off work. Going back mon the 18th. good thing is I have desk job that doesnt require any heavy lifting or strain I am 4 days out and I feel pretty good, so Im sure by the time I go back I can handle it. a bit of advise the most painful part after surgery was gases, nurse recommended gas x disolvable strips, worked great. much better now.

Had surgery thursday and all went well, had trouble sleeping a couple of nights. Pain was managable and I only stayed one night. I am on clear liquids until monday and then I can start phase two with shakes. Looking forward to eating a plain yogurt post op I was 318 and in 4 days I have lost 7 lbs. That helps me stay motivated. I have a 2 year old boy, and the hardest thing is not being able to carry him, but in due time he'll have a healither mommy

On my way to hospital today is the day :-) nervous but I know this will change my life for the better

I was told to start preop diet 2 WKS before. shakes, broth, sugar free jello and drinks, and plenty of water. Its been hard but the Dr says it makes you much healthier for surgery because it reduces fat around liver. also prepares you for life after surgery. I am on day 7, its a bit easier know but praying my way through it.

My dr told me that the pain you feel with a csection is much worse. He said if you got through that youll be fine with wls hope that helps

Right there with you. my surgery is feb 7th. I have moments when I say maybe I shouldnt, but then I snap back into reality and say no I need this and Ive come this far. Ready to start a new life praying all goes well for you, dont give up !

Thanks so much. that helps alot. very glad to hear other testimonies from people with same surgeon

Thats great to hear. my sister did lap band with him, but Ive chosen to do sleeve. I had a question, did you have staples on incisions, if so how long to remove them?

Having my surgery with Dr Del Pino. How was your experience ? anything I should look out for?

I will be praying all goes well. This isnt an easy decision. But I always say to myself if my Mom had been given the opportunity to take control of her weight she would still be here. I want a healthier Mom for my son, and I want to be around to see my grandkids

Nervous and scared. This has been a long journey, and I feel like I am finally near the end and ready to start this new life. I have struggled with weight my whole life and I finally asked for some real help.