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Ive seen many people say they love popcicles and cold drinks post op. But my nurse told me not to cause the cold temp makes your stomach contract and you dont want that while its healing. In my head it would seem the cold would help swelling of the stomach. Any thoughts?

Had my surgery yesterday. Incisions are pretty sore and the gas is uncomfortable. They found a small ulcer while doing the surgery that she fixed for me. Barely getting my water in, hurts when it hits my stomach. But from reading on her everyone says it gets better each day. So ill just keep breathing, walking, sipping, and taking my meds!

Cfgirl...your hit the nail on the head!

Non scale victory

Feels so surreal. I got my clear fluids, vitamins, protiens, broths, soups... Starting to get nervous/scared. I know i have pain coming my way, starting to freak out. Any last moment words of wisdom?

Thanks for the advice!

as long as i can get up im good, my older son can carry him to bed/highchair/car seat. My plan is to be as active as I can while im on hospital drugs so i recovery quicker. Wish me luck! Surgery tomorrow!

goid luck tomorrow!

Im freaking out. I have no help day 2 and 3 after surgery which is the 18th! Im thinking of keeping my 6yr old home to help. But can I really do this...

Mine is the 18th! How do you create a group tho....Facebook? I dont know how to do it on here :/

Im setting up my living room so everything i need isnt too far. Are you able to get up off a chair and walk day 2 and 3? If not, ill be taking LOTS of meds so I can. Ugh!

Just found out ill have no help day 2 and 3 after surger. I have a 9mnth old! What am I going to do. Maybe ill keep my 6yr old home to help me. This really sucks

Thank you!

My stepmom had gastric bypass and she too gained back the weight but she eats EVERYTHING your not supposed to. You have to be ready to change your life. Our "normal" doesn't work. Weightloss is a lifetime battle with or without the surgery.

Isopure has a clear protien drink...GNC has it

Clear liquids=see through So broths, 0 calories sport drinks, water, ice, water.....oh and water. Bleh. I start this tomorrow too.

I had the same thoughts....i wanted to eat everything id miss. And I did, but now I just miss them MORE cause the memories are so fresh in my head. Horrible. I know. My advice, start now. Your only cheating yourself and your worth more!

I have 2 days until surgery! Im 29 from Seattle. I am also a food addict and have been involved with OA. My next goal after surgery is counseling. I know if I dont change the mental....I cant expect success in the long run. Knowing your weakness is one thing but learning to overcome it is another. I wish you the best of luck, and remember to stay positive. Its amazing what a good attitude can achieve

I'm having mine done 11/18 too! Almost here!

My NUT says what the surgeon wants her to say but then tells you the truth. I love her! I too believe the medical industry is behind the times in obesity but I think it more has to do with insurance companies, prescription drug companies, $$$$, and politics.

My BMI is at 40 now, the last 10 yrs ive been between 200 and 250. Insurance is covering my surgery even tho I have no co-morbiditiys. Very grateful. Ive been able to lose 40...30...20lbs but ALWAYS get it back. Im ready to ROCK my sleeve! Ive researched a lot and have noticed many lower BMI sleevers have reached goal in about a year. Excited! Hard core for a year, it will fly by and Ill be happier, healthier, vibrant, and confident! Woot woot (surgery in 2 days...hence the delirium)

Im really glad I read this post, my surgery is in 3 days and its good to hear whats coming!

Im 245, in day 2 of pre-op diet. Will be sleeved in the 18th of Nov. What is a good goal? How much could I possibly lose before the new year? I want to make the best of my "honeymoon" period.

Im 245, in day 2 of pre-op diet. Will be sleeved in the 18th of Nov. What is a good goal? How much could I possibly lose before the new year? I want to make the best of my "honeymoon" period. I do best with goals

My surgeon says 134 is my goal, I think I was 13 the last time I weighed that. Im just wondering about a goal from November 18 to January 1st.,,