Phillygirl_in_DE

Hi, went well, on Dilaudid and feel even betteri0. She's gonna take it away. I've been walking and have a clear liquid tray. All my liquids went down easily. They said it's normal to be ok. Prob go home tonigh or on morning. Nurse just took away the PCA (pain pump) so well see. I just got some b enadryl for this rash I haVE under each eye and forerm. Glad you are doing so great!!! I am excited for my next chapter in life. Good luck for a quick and easy recovery! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I just walked at 2 pm . . Prob walk again at 4pm cause I have til then to pee... No go my first attempt . . Praying for pee!! Lol have some serious gas pain mid chest and back. But I feel so good mentally I am just pushing through it. Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Thanks!!! I just got all checked in.. Good luck to you too! Maybe I'll see you walking around the unit Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I'm wide awake at 2:30 am! Having trouble sleeping... oh my nerves! I'm in Delaware... Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

So glad all went well and you are home! Take care! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

That's crazy!! You're doing great! I hope I feel that good 3 days post-op. Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I bought them today!!!! Thankful for my forum friends!! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Me too ! I'm trying not to think about it! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

You are not alone! The first time I "saw myself" was my reflection in a store window. I was in shock! Then there is always the dreaded family affairs and trying to buy clothes... It's an eye opener for sure... I left many clothing stores in tears many times. Tomorrow is my sleeve day and I can't wait to start my life! Good luck to everyone with your journey! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Good luck to everyone today. You will do great! This is the first day of the rest of your life! Embrace it! I'll be there tomorrow at 530am. ???????? Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Shell, @@rachelalvogel @@sleever314 @@tyra76Good luck tomorrow ladies! I'll be at hosp at 530. Wish you all well and I will be thinking of all of you! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

@@thundermama thinking about you.. Good luck today, I know you will do great! This is the first day of the rest of your life. ???????????? Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

@@thundermama that's great, 11 pounds is awesome! I'm down 8.5. I also just noticed how the girl at office told me to start a day too early on Optifast... so I think Monday I'm going to have to go to CHRIAS and buy 6 shakes cause I'm short a day... ???? I have been having a headache for 3 days now, think it's a combination of lack of caffeine and pollen. I just can not believe that it is almost time! Bloodwork done. Excited, nervous and just in disbelief! When I think about being wheeled back to OR on Tuesday morning I feel panicked. Just trying to be chill. I went out yesterday and got the Protein shakes (@costco) no added sugar applesauce (for meds, SF Popsicles, SF Jello and some cream of chicken Soup. Also got the optifast Vitamins from amazon to start post op. I work this weekend so I think it's gonna fly by. What's your show time on Monday? Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I have literally told 4 people. I know everyone at work will be all this and asking me what's going on... but I look at it like this.. would I go around telling people I'm having a nose job or face lift?? No.... so I will keep it private... my surgery date is March 29th btw... Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

@@thundermama how are you doing with the Optifast?? Down to the wire! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Show time at 530 am, surgery time 730... I'm getting nervous! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

@@rachelalvogel what time is your surgery time on the 29th? Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

@@thundermama I survived my first day at work on the Optifast. I'm a nurse and work 12s so it was a struggle with all the cupcakes, Cookies and coffee around me...but I did it and back in today for another 12 hour shift. For me, this diet got so much easier after day 3. Ahhhh Chinese!! That is a tough one! You did it. Your doing great though, I'm only down 5#. I'm am getting real nervous too, I can't believe we are almost 1 week out! I try not to think too much about it cause I feel like I'm gonna freak out... Hang in there!!!! ???? Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

You need to call the doctor. Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

We are using Optifast because that is what's required by our surgeons. If you can choose your own Protein Shakes I suggest Premier Protein. I like all flavors, choc, vanilla and strawberry. You can get them at Sams club, costco and I think walgreens or cvs. These are the shakes I will use post-op. Good luck to you. Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I'm the 29th as well, with Dr Peters. I will be there at 530am! Good luck to you! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

@@thundermama , woo hoo! 6.8 is awesome!! I feel good today. I had a very good day yesterday, being out really helped! I'm stuck inside today (day 4) doing homework and laundry (ugh!) and am just trying to stay focused. I'm down 4.5, and I will take it...considering I screwed up on day 2. Hope you feel better! Hang in there! Is tylonal helping? I started drinking hot chicken broth from my coffee mug... Love the feeling of a warm belly again! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I believe so. It is part of their program. And they sell it. They do ask if you have diabetes or soy allergy, so maybe you would do something different if you had those issues. Not really sure. Good luck! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Yes, I am also on day 3! I'm hanging in by a thread! Surpringly I lost 3.5 # and I did cheat yesterday. But am focused today, spent the day out shopping and didn't think about food at all! Just bought a boat load of SF Jello. Hang in there, you are not alone Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Oh geez! I was way off! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App