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I had vodka mixed with flat water the other weekend (8 wks post op). Didnt feel hungover or get drunk. Felt better than drinking dry white wine which my surgeon cleared me on.

Wow! Boston Marathon thats amazing!!! Way to go! What an accomplishment!! I donated to your cause and will see tomorrow if this is a charity my company will match!! Best wishes!

You look so cute!!!! Great work! Glad you are feeing good!!

Hi there! I am 8 days post-op. It took me hours to do my protein shake. It actually still does. I had 2 scoops in 12 oz water which met my daily requirement. Probably 3 hours or so. Water is just the same-takes me a long time. My first two days of post op though i just did clears meaning no shakes. So i was able to get my water in. Felt very weak and was grateful for day 3 when i had more substance. Protein and water is super important so I make the best effort to get it in- im usually right on the mark by end of day. Good luck!!

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Congrats!!! Im 5 days out. Each day gets a tiny bit better. Ive been plagued by a dull headache the last few days. Either its caffeine withdrawl, or i need to increase my water. I used to slam water bottles preop. Now it is taking me hours to get halfway thru one.

I havent heard of this either. A waist trainer is tight-right?! That would reallly irritate all the incisions. Maybe after 3 months but not right away.

Had surgery on 9/15. Moved to stage 2 when home from hospital but did 2 days of clears. Feeling woozy and nauseous still, very faint. Walked to grocery store and might have over done it as i about fainted when i got home. Been retching alot but no actual vomit- this hurts my incisions. Not sleeping well either. Getting my water in little by little. Prefer room temp water. Perhaps if i do some peppermint tea i will feel better. My mutivitamin came in mail today so maybe taking that will help as well. Im taking my calcium and b12. Using very little pain meds, i sip childrens liquid Tylenol at night.

I think you look great!! Super cute! Remember you did this for you and no one else!! Congrats on your success! I also have similar stats to yours but am only 3days post-op. Your hair also looks really healthy and shiny! Youve been taking good care of yourself!

Had my surgery Friday Sept 15. At 730am i drank a g2 (gatorade zero) in purple (NOT red). Was at hospital at 1130am. Had to give urine sample, change into gowns, fill in a few forms. It was very difficult to give urine sample as i had barely any liquid in me. Got a weigh-in and was down 12lbs from the pre-op diet- that was exciting!! Met with surgeon/anesthesiologist and their assistant and chatted for 10 mins. They commented on my tan lines, haha. Wheeled to OR around 1:45. Got a clip on my ear and another patch behind my ear for naseau. Had some problems finding a vain, but after a few pokes they got one. Got oxygen in my lungs and then the sleep drug kicked in- was out like a light. Luckily no problem waking me up. Was in a general holding area for a few hours- this was around 8pm- im not 100% how long surgery was. I talked to surgeon when I got out but dont remember much. I did ask how my liver looked, but forgot the answer. Went up to the gastrointestinal floor where i shared a room with 3 others- that was NOT fun. Lots of beeps and bells and noises. Begged for water or ice cubes, my mouth and throat were so so dry. They remained dry all night as nurse restricted my intake. Walked a tiny bit, used restroom, slept more, read on my phone. Pain wasnt too bad, but i about screamed when i saw my bare stomach in a mirror- 4 incisions and tons of bruises. I didnt sleep well as there were so many noises, the other patients in room had some problems so people were always coming in. I also was unsure of what position I could sleep in since everyone has said they slept in a recliner. Ive been sleeping flat on back and that feels good to me. Did more walking the next morning, ate some broth, met briefly with some Drs who looked at my incisions and was discharged around noon. Dont bring too much to hospital- you wont need it and will be a pain to lug around. Also every few hours in night you will get a temperature and blood pressure test. Came home, napped, showered, used my breathing 'toy' and went to pharmacy. Have felt dizzy/woozy/headachey the last few days but i know i just need more protein. Good luck to you! Hope it goes smooth!

I am 3 days post-op. I barely use the pain meds. They are not necessary in my opinion. I have childrens liquid tylenol that i sip on (its very cherry and actually a nice treat!). I wish you a successful surgery!

Can you pull capsule apart so there are only the beads that you swallow? Maybe even breaking the pill down into quarters would help.

We are surgery day twins! I lost about 12lbs on preop diet- put a big smile on face. Surgeon and anastheliogists even commented on my upbeat attitude! Dry mouth during overnight in hospital was awful. I have this coming week off work, trying to stay hyrdated and getting some walking in. How are you doing? How are you sleeping?

Thats amazing!!! I went to great adventure last year in N california and couldnt fit on any rides. Humiliated and devastating. Your post reminded me of something i have to look forward to again! Im 2 days post op.

I have felt urge to vomit as well after meds/water. I am 2 days post op and cannot get any crushed vitamins down. Im on clear liquids for the next week- how can i get my vitamins in?