What a difference a day makes!

[barbannn 4]

WOW. I feel so, so SOOOO, much better today. Got up this morning and was rearing to go! (I still could burp or toot a sailor under the table, but could laugh about it today!) Yesterday, it was hard to see the roses, so much better today! I went to bed about 7 and I think the rest was a gift. I guess after all the abdominal anesthetic and the better pain-killers from the hospital dissipate, the real "ouch" sets in. I am glad I stayed in Dallas for those couple of days. I stopped every 45 mins. on the drive home today and am now ready for a nap. I look about 3 months prego today. Thanks for all of your support through the rough time. I did it! YEAH! What a great start for 2010!

[Tiffykins 673]

Barbann, I'm so happy to hear you are feeling better. Each day gets a little easier, and you'll start feeling more like you.

Cheers to your new life in 2010 ! ! !

[longhorn 11]

Great news barbannn. I'm sure your'e glad to be back in Austin. It sounds like big improvements come quickly over these next few days. Hang in there. You are doing great!

[rcarter76 0]

Both you gals are golden, the tough part is over! Just remember to hydrate and walk, those are really important! Welcome back to Austin! Austin Losers in 2010!

Hope to see you soon!

Rachel

[Tracy46545 6]

BarbAnne,

glad you're on the mend. I had a day like that too....My surgery was on a Monday and on Thursday I was very emotional, feeling dizzy, achey and just overwhelmed. I got discharged from the hospital and went to the hotel and basically hibernated for 23 hours. What a difference! I felt strong enough the next day to handle my flight home to Chicago and even went to a meeting the next day. I couldn't have done it without my "fall apart" day.

Keep on mending!

[i1Linda 15]

Yay! Glad you are feeling better and have made it home safely. Being home always makes me feel a little better. Keep walking, keep sipping. Each day gets easier.

[annak4 1]

Hey Barbara! Glad you're home safely and feeling better. Everyday will get better. I feel pretty normal now. Keep up the good work!

[Deb 0]

Barbann I know exactly what you mean. I had surg the same day and I feel Like a new person today.

[cajun 46]

Barbann, glad you made it home safe and sound. It was wise to take it slow. Every day will get better now, with a few bumps in the road here and there. Lean on your friends here and we'll help as much as we can.

[chi-chic 0]

HI I am a newbie. I was sleeve on 12/29 and discharged on 12/30 no drain, etc. First day (12/29) was horrible, due to paralyzing nausea. After going through 2 rounds of 3 different nausea meds and a nausea patch I woke up on the next take ready to get started.

Each day I wake up better than the day before. First day home (12/30) barely got in Water and no Protein, only Jello. Day 2 at home 12/31, I got in about 20oz Water, and some pureed Protein. Today, Day 3 I have gotten in about 40GMs protein 30oz water/fluids. Wounds feel better each day to, I am able to sleep on my stomach only taking extra-strength tylenol.

Walking has been the easiest thing through this all. Frigid cold spell so not able to walk outside, but walking the hell out of the house. Feel up to going out tomorrow, maybe to gym to just walk slowly, but for a longer time.

Thanks for listening(reading)

CC:blushing:

[barbannn 4]

Chi-Chic,

Wow, I have only had two bouts where I actually threw-up, lots of feeling like I "need to," but I am so sorry you are having such a struggle. I try and tell my mind when I am on the verge of urping, "You just worked for 2 hours to drink that Protein so your body can heal, DO NOT THROW UP!" I also burp - A LOT. It seems like if I can get the pressure to subside, it reduces the urge to throw up. However, if anything comes up with the burp, then I lose my Cookies. Sorry to be so graphic, but only on this site do we share these intimate details, right?I hope you are feeling better today! I am wondering if I will ever poo?

[i1Linda 15]

HI I am a newbie. I was sleeve on 12/29 and discharged on 12/30 no drain, etc. First day (12/29) was horrible, due to paralyzing nausea. After going through 2 rounds of 3 different nausea meds and a nausea patch I woke up on the next take ready to get started.

Each day I wake up better than the day before. First day home (12/30) barely got in Water and no Protein, only Jello. Day 2 at home 12/31, I got in about 20oz Water, and some pureed Protein. Today, Day 3 I have gotten in about 40GMs protein 30oz water/fluids. Wounds feel better each day to, I am able to sleep on my stomach only taking extra-strength tylenol.

Walking has been the easiest thing through this all. Frigid cold spell so not able to walk outside, but walking the hell out of the house. Feel up to going out tomorrow, maybe to gym to just walk slowly, but for a longer time.

Thanks for listening(reading)

CC:blushing:

CC -

Congratulations and welcome to VST. It sounds like you are doing great. Each day gets better and once you are totally healed, it gets GREAT. Keep us posted on your progress. And again, WELCOME! :w00t:

[chi-chic 0]

Thanks Barbarann and i1linda for the welcome and support.

I am following closely the posts of my same day sleevers for update, tips and tricks. I seem to be a little behind (nausea, etc.) but i feel like I am doing great!!. No more nausea, walking like a champ, Protein & Water in, poops out, and weight off!:biggrin0:

[thinoneday 445]

i am so glad your feeling so good hon! Me too! Now i am learning about my new tummy. . . very interesting. . .