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How are you eating that I was sleeved 28/10 and still having trouble with runny mushy food

How do you get a ticker?

Don't stress too much. I took my son out for lunch, he ate and I had a drink (that I only finished 1/4 of). But he got the outing for looking after me after surgery. I just told the waitress I had just had surgery (5 days prior). And she was fine with it

I lost 12 kgs from first weigh to one week from surgery and have not lost anything since

Feeling the same sleeved on 28/10/13 and living on protein shake thru the day 4 tsp of puréed veggies for dinner water, water, water tomorrow is 2 weeks. I'm so over the shakes but trying to keep up the protein the verges feel like a waste of space ???

Hi Rainae. I have reflux tablets I take each morning which helps a lot and smaller mouthfuls or sips

I was warned by the nut to not eat too little as under eating can be just as bad as eating the wrong thing. But looking at posts from veterans there are stalls along the way

I was sleeved with Dr George Hopkins @ Holy Spirit Hospital 28/10/13 HW 121kg (266lbs) SW 117kg (257lbs) CW 108kg (238lbs) GW 65kg (143lbs) (little heavier than my 20s)

I don't think you would want someone that shallow Justin, your better than that

I hope you feel better soon. I am 6 days out and take Nexium for reflux and anti nausea meds I did find that walking after drinking helps I don't have a big yard but I walk around the outside of the house after every drink

Congratulations, I haven't worn a belt in 20 yrs. looking forward to that!

WOW! Just WOW

So happy for you I can't wait to do that my goal is to get a pair of real jeans (ones with a zip and button and no elastic in the waist) and I know it would silly but to be able to wear the work uniform instead of a modified version would be great. Go You!

Sorry typo doggy is nearly 18

Today my regrets are gone. I have had trouble with reflux and nausea but today I got up feeling good (still taking Nexium for reflux). I started the day with a glass of warm water done in 20 mins a couple of bubbles 30 mins later a whole protein drink in 30 mins NO bubbles or reflux took doggy for a walk around the out side of the house 4 times she gave up after the third turn (she is nearly 18) and I feel great!!! Oh and stepped on the scales after my shower one week from surgery and down 8 kgs since surgery 12 kgs since starting preop diet. That's 26 lbs. woohoo I'm on my way

Omg just re read my son is 18 not 1 sorry for the typo

I am pretty new here and was only sleeved 6 days ago. I have been obese (I damaged my back and hip and no excersise and bad food choices makes for extra weight) for some time lost weight put it on and more etc etc. when starting the whole process almost a year ago, the surgeon I chose (I'm in Australia) has a wholistic clinic with him, 2 dieticians, 2 psycs, 2 doctors and a support line. It was a little more expensive but once paid you are a life member. I chose this clinic because I do have a problem with food (would not be here if I didn't) I chose a mantra that I use quietly in my head "If I always do what I've always done, I will always get what I've always got". This works for so many scenarios, using it over the year saw me bring other areas of my life into question. I was bullied at work, I was a sucker for every as*^^^**le out there and I did not know (or not strong enough) to say no or ask for help. I now have a new job where I am respected, I have learned to say NO to things/people that are not good for me and overall happier. I have fears sure, fears this WLS won't work for me, fears my son and I will end up on the streets cause I spent every cent on this surgery lol (actually serious). But every day is a new one and yesterday is done and gone. Cooking tips stick to KISS keep it simple stupid (just a saying not personal). As I have no family my sone was home while I was in hospital (don't panic he is just 18). He used YouTube vids on simple cooking for uni students to fend for himself while I was gone and only had takeaway once. I don't believe you are an alcoholic, I think you just need to understand that you can get drunk on a lot less alcohol than you used to, you head is used to the fact that 5-6 drinks got you drunk and now your body only needs one. Bring back to basics that a normal 3 meals a day and 2 Snacks is what it took to fill your normal day but now your reduced tank can only deal with a third of it and so while the ratio has not really changed the amount has. Not sure what you are studying but if it is finance think of it as while the interest rate has changed the principal has not, the principal always has to be paid first (protien always has to be consumed first). Two stroke motor there always has to be petrol as the additive on its own will screw the motor (what ever your interest there is an equation). I do hope you can get some help, you did not take this journey for nothing remember the reason you started. Get off the merry go round (it's boring) ride the roller coast lots of ups and downs and a whole lot more fun. Good luck and good health to all. BTW thanks to all on these threads for being and inspiration, a voice on my shoulder, a reason to re evaluate and some times just a good laugh!

Hi I'm new here. I followed this site pre op and did post once cause I was scared. I had surgery on Monday 28th Oct 2013 and was sent home on The Wednesday. I have to be honest my body does not deal with anaesthetic well and I am allergic to morphine so recovery was a shiet to deal with (only panadol thru IV). I retched until Late Tuesday night and did not have my swallow test till Wednesday. I am grateful to the fantastic nursing staff who looked after me without prejudice rubbed my back and kept me focused. I have a spinal problem and loosing weight will help me, not being able to excersise caused more weight gain along with the bad food choices that comforted my constant back pain which only got worse the heavier I got. I have had great support from my 19 yr old son and my brother. I did regret in the first 3 days doing this but each day has gotten easier, and I am determine to make my life better. I weighed in at 121kg (266lb) and 152cm (5ft). 4 week preop diet I only lost 4 kg. I went in optimistic but worried this would not work for me and some how I would be a failure. Today is day is day five and I weigh 113kg (249lb). Eating is not easy each day I manage a little more (I'm actually not hungry but I do dream about a big chicken and salad sandwich lol). Realistically that is just my head talking and I know this because my stomach says there is no room in here for anything but that tablespoon of soup you just had now get up and walk it off (walking also helps with the reflux along with the reflux pill in the morning). My days are filled with several activities to span out the day and not think about food, a glass of warm water (sipped slowly) to start the day. A walk around the house with my old faithful dog. Take my pills, sip a protein drink another walk around the house. Have a scroll on FB and do a crossword or puzzle while sipping another glass of water. Another walk around the house with doggy (she thinks I'm crazy). Watch 30 mins of TV and have a hydro lite ice block. Another walk around the house. More puzzles (keep the mind active so it does not dwell on misery). Lunch, walk, TV. Catch up with my son and what he has done for the day. Another walk more water. Blah blah blah. The advantages at the moment. I am not spending any money cause I can't go out right now and food purchases are minimal. Saving for the clothes I will have to buy (how exciting). My doggy is getting extra attention. As for friends I have one great friend who has supported me from the start no questions, and the ones that I have lost I figure they were not friends anyway. Be positive, always start the day as a new one, not a roll over of yesterday and don't be afraid to ask for help. My new daily mantra 'if you always do what you have always done, you will always get what you always got'. Change it up. My yard is not big but I try to look at something different in the garden every time I go out there and appreciate being here and knowing that the better my health the more I will see of my son's life. Well done to everyone's daily achievements before we know it we will be enjoying our new bodies, buying off the rack CHEAP clothes and laughing because the meal out was only a starter that cost $8, a seat on the bus or train was easier to sit in. Good luck everyone

Thanks BerryChic. I'm just learning how to use this site. I've read so much with what the dr has given me I think I have overload. I had an appointment booked for Thursday with the dietitian and was looking forward to it but the office rang and said due to problems they have to make it a phone appointment. Oh well still looking forward to the surgery. Good luck with yours, a step into a new life.????

I'm just joining and due for sleeve surgery 28/10/13. First weigh in 122kgs I am having trouble with the pre op diet started 2 weeks ago I was doing well with shakes and salad or veggies and lost 5 kg, but on sat night I had a blow out I drank 1/2 can of coke and ate chocolate then after going out with my son I had a mcdonalds burger. I have been exited about surgery and now I am just scared. I have 13 days to go and worried I can't maintain the pre op diet the shakes are now making me feel sick, I have tried not to think too much but it is all I can think about.