*takes A Deep Breath* My First Post

[blossom12 11]

Hey there! You can just call me Blossom. I'm 21 years old and I was sleeved on July 2nd! My surgeon is Dr. Neil Floch and he is a God send. Very kind, funny and caring man and I am so grateful that he did my surgery. He made me feel so safe before getting the procedure, if someone else was doing it I probably would have backed out. Hm, I'm not sure what else to write so I'll just say whatever comes to mind.

Being only 4 days out, I am doing surprisingly well. I figured I would have more pain and be this miserable bedridden person, but I’m the exact opposite. I did have very strong pains due to the air they pumped me up with, it was beyond uncomfortable, but that feeling is all gone. That was actually worse than the actual procedure itself. What helped was all the walking I did. A couple hours after surgery and I was already walking around the east and west wing of the 6^th floor of the hospital lol

The first day I came home I was weak and tired because I no longer had the IV keeping me hydrated, but now I’m waking up early making sure I take my Vitamins and the right amounts of fluids as well as walking around every couple hours I feel fantastic. A little sore, but fantastic. I can’t wait for finally get out there, work out and live my life the way I was meant to live it. No more couch potato here! Before I was embarrassed, I felt like getting this surgery was the easy way out, but it’s not, it’s a helpful tool and takes a lot of hard work if you want to see real results. Also, I’ve already lost 7lbs! whoot! Lol

xx Blossom

[smallvegan 36]

Welcome! I get my sleeve in August and I can't wait. Thanks for sharing your story!

[blossom12 11]

Welcome! I get my sleeve in August and I can't wait. Thanks for sharing your story!

Thank you! Getting the sleeve was the best decision ever and it's only been 4 days! Just make sure you walk, walk, walk! that REALLY helps. BUT don't over due it, too. Good luck!

[SaraLaughs 23]

I'm glad to hear you are doing so well. Thank you for the advice. I'm hoping for mine in September.

[Mommymook 16]

Welcome! Im still preop and reading people stories reminds me why I'm doing this! Can't wait to join you on the losers bench.

[Audrey523 55]

Welcome! I get my sleeve in August and I can't wait. Thanks for sharing your story!

Hi laura. Come check out our August sleeve thread. There are a ton of us! We keep a chart. When's your date?