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There were a couple of early days post op where I questioned myself. I think that is gone now. I have optimism for a healthy future.

Dear Sleeve, While I prepared myself for your coming, I did not expect the surprises you brought to me. My O2 was uncontrolled, Alarms continued to go off- waking me up from my rest. The Nurses kept telling me to breath. My poor husband was so worried. We did not prepare for the scare. Sleeve- while I planned for your arrival, I did not expect to go home without pain meds. Doctors . new practice - no pain meds except tylenol- why me. First night home as a nightmare. Vomiting, Pain, unable to sleep. First set of WLS patients where he decided to use this new protocol. Nausea is my constant companion since you arrived. The struggle to get one ounce of liquid in me. The dreaded regret has arrived. When will I feel better? When will my sleeve become my friend, I keep telling myself it will better and I will see benefits from my sleeve. Just not yet...

I am three weeks post surgery. My surgeon told me I could start going back to the gym this week. He asked that I do not do any ab work yet, but I can work my arms and legs.

Bedwards32, How are you feeling?

Dear Sleeve, I have to admit I am getting use to you. I have began to see benefits for having you around. 15 lbs in 3 weeks is pretty good. Sometimes I amaze myself that I had the courage to do this- but glad I did

everyday... sometimes I wish I did not- but it helps me stay accountable to myself. When I allowed my weight to get out of control, I just refused to weigh myself. It was like sticking my head in the sand.. Not going to do that again.

I had GERD before- need medication- and still need it. It is not worse. I did have a hiatal Hernia so that may have help me overall.

3 plus weeks out post surgery. Lost 15 lbs since surgery day. No to shabby. I am finally feeling back to myself. ( maybe 90% energy level) So bored of limited food. Not hungery- but I know we need to get protein in. Any suggestions on new food choices in the puree stage?

Dear Sleeve, Lost 10 lbs since surgery date ( 1 week post surgery) This is why we do this. Still very weak. Looking forward to the next stage of food so I can get more strength/energy. We have learned to live with each other, Sleeve...

Dear Sleeve, Today, day 5 was better having you around. You have made more room in my stomach- so we are sharing that space in my tummy. We successfully negotiated a compromised a treaty on where to draw the line to prevent discomfort for both of Side. I was able to reach both my Water and Protein goal.I is so nice to wake up to my sleeve with an appetite I think we are getting used to each other better. My Sleeve's pain has gone down significately. Now the feeling is much more like a muscle pull or twing Day 5- starting to see the sun shine I relieved a sign from God today that everything was go to be fine. My hubby ad i saw 7 deer in my backyard. 4 of the 7 were babies .Those babies represent the new life i as starting. So far the road has changed- No longer feeling regret> My sleeve has moved in and has stopped some of the disruption. ,

Great news....

I am March 16 too.. very excited - its been long road to get here....

I would like to be added to the facebook Group. 2days and counting......

Absolutely... sounds great,, question What are your go to drinks under the High Protein liquid portion of the diet?

NervousNelly719, I am doing well... I have not had surgery yet. March 16 is my day.. I am so excited. Can't wait.. I hope you feel better and more energy soon. Keep in touch...

I am in the Tampa Bay area- having surgery on March 16... Looks like you have several sleevers nearby

I am right behind you.. How are you doing?

Hello there, My surgery date is March 16. Today, I met with the surgeon for the final time before surgery date. I know that the doctors have to talk about all the risk of surgery, but I was somewhat shocked when he told me that I could come out of surgery with a bypass or m entire stomach removed if complication arose. I prepared to have the surgery but this was the first time I heard of this possibility. Wondering if anyone within this forum has experienced anything like this? A switcheroo... Thanks for sharing

Remember, you are doing this for yourself... no one else. You are doing fantastic.. Maybe the doctor is in a routine- and can't see fabulous results unless they bite him.. lol.. Remember, you are doing this for yourself... no one else. You are doing fantastic.. Maybe the doctor is in a routine- and can't see fabulous results unless they bite him.. lol..

Fight for yourself. You are worth it.

Praying for you.. Keep us posted on your progress..

My file was completed on 1/8. The submission to the insurance company did not take place until the last week of Feb. Insurance company approved in less than a week. Its a waiting game for sure.

Many grocery stores also have scales.