DirtyyMelodies

I never count calories. I just go with common sense about what I choose to eat, and closely pay attention to how full I feel, so I don't overeat. (That's what got me in this mess in the first place! haha)

Don't listen to them. The consequences of NOT doing the surgery are so much worse than what could MAYBE happen if you do.

Wow. I would've been so upset. That's an incredibly inappropriate comment for a server to make. There's a difference between asking a guest if their meal was up to their expectations and outright asking such a personal question.

As someone who just got sleeved and became single about a week prior to surgery, I'm in the same boat as you. I haven't been on the dating scene for almost 7 years now. It's kinda scary, but exciting at the same time. My plan is to stay honest. I'm against the idea of flat-out lying about my surgery; it would mean I'm embarrassed about it, and I feel like starting off a relationship based on half-truths/lies isn't the best way to do it. I plan on not bringing up the topic until the second or third date, unless the other person asks me about it. My surgery doesn't define me as a person, hence why I plan on waiting a bit before bringing it up. However, it's still an important turning point in my life that my partner will have to know about. As someone who just got sleeved and became single about a week prior to surgery, I'm in the same boat as you. I haven't been on the dating scene for almost 7 years now. It's kinda scary, but exciting at the same time. My plan is to stay honest. I'm against the idea of flat-out lying about my surgery; it would mean I'm embarrassed about it, and I feel like starting off a relationship based on half-truths/lies isn't the best way to do it. I plan on not bringing up the topic until the second or third date, unless the other person asks me about it. My surgery doesn't define me as a person, hence why I plan on waiting a bit before bringing it up. However, it's still an important turning point in my life that my partner will have to know about.

How long did it take you guys before being able to drink plain water again? I currently use flavor drops like Mio, and drink G2, but I'm honestly sick of all the flavors. I just crave a good ol' glass of ice cold water, with no after taste!

Oh crap! Sorry to hear that! That's not what I was hoping to hear!

Basically: Drink a ton of Water. Follow your surgeon's instructions. Be patient. I found pre-op harder in the sense that I still had my whole stomach so I was constantly hungry and craving junk, especially since I knew I wouldn't be able to eat it much more afterwards. Post-op still sucks, but eating has now become a chore and I hate it. So it's easier. Kinda.

You're a good person. Mad respect.

Wait... You mean to tell me that I won't be stuck SIPPING for the rest of my life? I totally misunderstood that! Oh my god, you literally just made my day. I miss chugging SO MUCH.

After this i don't want to hear the word Soup mention ever again. I am feeling the same way. What sucks for me am on this liquid phase for 3 weeks after surgery. Sent from my SM-N910P using the BariatricPal App I feel ya. I'm dealing with pretty much the same thing. A week of Clear liquids and broths, then slightly thicker liquids (consistensy still has to be able to go through a straw - without actually using one, obviously) for another 2 weeks or so. I can't. I'm so over this. I'm looking forward to "moist" foods, like scrambled eggs and stuff. I know I'm lucky and shouldn't be complaining, but I just had to rant anyway! haha

Was sleeved 4/4. I'm doing great physically. I'm just SO over the friggin post-op diet. I feel nauseous just looking at soup. I can't bring myself to eat it more than once or twice a day, so I'm not reaching my protein goal, which is not good, I know. I just crave CHEWING something. Even like a good tofu and veggie stir-fry, I'd be stoked. I swear I'm never having broth or soup again in my life after this.

Soooo I just got my confirmation e-mail from my surgeon's office. Kinda freaking out right now, in an extremely good way. I can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel, I have hope again. I had been so depressed for the past year, I had given up on myself; everytime I attempted a new diet, I'd lose 20 pounds and gain back 30-40. Since January 2015, I ballooned up from 2220-230lbs to nearly 275lbs. I stopped going out (except to work), gave up on my appearance (except for makeup; I used to be a makeup artist, so it's my creative outlet). Anyway... I got approved for the surgery date I picked, guys! I asked for April 4th. Since 4 is my lucky number, I thought 4/4/16 was pretty much a sign from above that it's meant to be! I picked Dr Ariel Ortiz at the Obesity Control Center in Tijuana as my surgeon. I had a phone consultation with him last week, seems like a great guy. Excited to meet him in 3 weeks! I could bounce off the walls right now! STOKED!!!!!!

Not sure what the "scientific name" is for it, but I believe they did. (Prescription is super far, and I'm too lazy to get up and go get it! haha) They told me to take Inhibitron twice daily instead of once to help with the reflux.

Well, folks, it's too bad I can't change the title of this thread, because it's happened! I'm sleeved! Sorry it took me a while to update, but posting from my phone while abroad was a hassle, and to be honest I was too lazy to type out a wall of text on it... haha! I just got back home today. Trip went AMAZINGLY. Everything was perfect. The clinic, staff, and Dr Ortiz were all stellar; I can genuinely say I got better care with them than I would've gotten in Canada at my local hospital. I highly, highly recommend them to any lurkers that might be reading this. On the day of surgery, I got a bit nervous. The fact that it's a permanent procedure was a bit daunting, to say the least. The worst was when I was wheeled into the OR and layed on the operating table. I couldn't help but think "What the eff am I doing, this is crazy...". But then, Dr Ortiz walked in, and made me feel a whole lot more comfortable. His good mood really eased up the tension. Then, one of the anesthesists did his thing, and before I could realize it, I was out. When I woke up in recovery, I remember actually being annoyed by all the noise around me; I had 'forgotten' what had happened, and felt like I had been woken up from a nap! I thought "Man, why is everyone being so loud? I'm trying to sleep, here!" haha. Then, when I slightly moved and felt the tightness in my stomach, I realized "Oh sh*t, it's done! I'm sleeved! No going back now...!" Recovery went well, had some nausea and gas pain (I was so incredibly thankful you guys suggested so strongly to bring Gas-X! I brought the strips and they were GODSENDS). Everytime I went to the restroom while in the hospital, I tried to walk around the clinic 3-5 times before heading back to bed. Fast-forward to today, 6 days post-op... I feel fine, except my stomach still feels quite tight (that "pulling" feeling whenever you get up from bed or from a chair, ugh) and a bit swollen. But I think it's normal for the first week or two. Oh, and the acid reflux. Not fun. Never had it before. Guess I'm one of the unlucky ones. Overall, things are going smoothly... I'm in this weird phase where I'm like "Are you sure this was a good idea? You just completely altered your life forever, no going back.", but I also know it's for the best, so I think it's just about getting used to it. Can't wait to actually CHEW on food, though. I'm sick of Soups and broths! haha

Already packed! Borrowed my sister's old maternity pants! Thanks for the good wishes! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

D-day's here! I'm packing my suitcase, leaving for the airport in a couple hours! It's 10:45pm, and I just finished my laundry... Can you tell I'm a procrastinator? haha I'll be leaving for the airport at around 2am, don't really plan on sleeping. I'll have plenty of time to kill on my flights. I went to see my dad today to say goodbye. It was hard. I've never seen him so worried in my life; he's a retired police officer/VIP bodyguard, not exactly the type to showcase his feelings. He's terrified about the surgery, the fact that I'm going to see a doctor in Tijuana, etc. I've been trying to explain to him that the surgeon I chose is actually more qualified than the ones in our area, but he's not having it. I'm really hoping to be successful and motivate him; he's about 200lbs overweight and I'm concerned about his health. Anyway... Back to packing! If there's anyone online that sees this, please feel free to reply with suggestions of what I should bring to the hospital! Cheers, guys!

Sweet! Just two days after me! Are you excited? I know I am! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Losing weight in my feet would be AMAZING. I wear a size 11, and most stores here only carry up to a 10. I doubt it'll happen, though. My feet aren't really fat... Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App