June 2014 Sleevers Check In!

[brownj15 9]

I had surgery on Wed. It went well and I got home late last night. Have some gas pain in shoulders but belly pain is fine except for when I sit up, etc. Not getting a lot of fluids in yet but I am working on it. Just really sleepy from the pain medicine.

[jjinWA 511]

Congrats to those that have been sleeved! I am eager to get mine done... began pre-op diet Tuesday the 3rd, surgery the 17th. Just had my scope and all looks good to be cut out! Getting excited and nervous.... I was bad and read the complications section and of course put me into second guessing my decision. God speed to all of us!!

I hear you! I read those threads in that forum as well. Big Mistake! Scared be big time. I too said that it gave me pause as to whether I am doing the right thing. I put that out there and I was quickly told that if I felt that way, then don't have it! Ha... Nice. Anyway instead I talked with my surgeon and explained my concerns. He of course started off by saying all surgeries have risks. He answered all my questions and definitely brought me back to a more normal reality. Keep in mind that there are thousands of use on this site. There will be a few with issues. But go back to the threads of those of previous months and years that have already had the surgery and had good results. If you follow plan as prescribed and follow post op instructions your risks go way down. Keep telling yourself that. I am not going to simply tell you that if you have doubts, don't have it.... Instead I am going to say go for it! It is a start of a new life! You will be fine. I say this to myself every day. And stay away from those threads about complications. :-). Good luck!

[Sassypants92201 76]

My surgery is on Monday June 9. I am getting so nervous. My oldest son keeps asking me "why are you choosing to have surgery? Don't most people only have it done when they need to?.".

I'm ready, though.

[jjinWA 511]

God speed to a quick and happy recovery to all of you that have had your surgeries this month. Good luck to all of those that remain scheduled for their surgeries this month. I start my prep diet one week before surgery on the 17th. For me, that will be when this all becomes more real for me. I do have a question for anyone that can help me... I know the diet the first week AFTER surgery is clear liquids... Should I be starting my Vitamins that week also. If yes, these would obviously be in liquid form. How long before we can graduate to the chewables?

[MommaCEO 45]

God speed to a quick and happy recovery to all of you that have had your surgeries this month. Good luck to all of those that remain scheduled for their surgeries this month. I start my prep diet one week before surgery on the 17th. For me, that will be when this all becomes more real for me. I do have a question for anyone that can help me... I know the diet the first week AFTER surgery is clear liquids... Should I be starting my Vitamins that week also. If yes, these would obviously be in liquid form. How long before we can graduate to the chewables?

In my 3 hour pre op class this is what I was told. Clear Liquids for a day or two after, each person will have unique orders. After clear liquids then Bariatric Protein. If you are on the Bariatric protein you will be getting the vitamins you need. Store bought protein powders don't have the vitamins. You don't need to worry about vitamins until you go to phase 1 foods, mushiies in about 2 weeks.

[wittygirl 28]

I'm June 16th...just 10 more days!

[star21nd 34]

My surgery is on June 18th...been on 2 week liquid pre-op diet for 3 days now and doing a lot better than expected. Im so excited to open a new chapter in my life book!!

[Mary Cade 23]

My surgery is June 24 I am excited

[stacielynntate 88]

My surgery is on June 18th...been on 2 week liquid pre-op diet for 3 days now and doing a lot better than expected. Im so excited to open a new chapter in my life book!!

mine is also on the 18th. Can't believe it's just a little over a week away.

[stacielynntate 88]

God speed to a quick and happy recovery to all of you that have had your surgeries this month. Good luck to all of those that remain scheduled for their surgeries this month. I start my prep diet one week before surgery on the 17th. For me, that will be when this all becomes more real for me. I do have a question for anyone that can help me... I know the diet the first week AFTER surgery is clear liquids... Should I be starting my Vitamins that week also. If yes, these would obviously be in liquid form. How long before we can graduate to the chewables?

I had to do a pre-op

class as well. And was told day 1 in hospital is multi Vitamin, B1 and D. Then 2 weeks after surgery to add back in the Calcium and Iron. I can do chewable a already after surgery they say. Double check with your dr to be sure that way you will be all set to go.

[J__ford 21]

Alright 4 days out and I will be sleeved. Can't believe that the day is almost here. Anybody else having their surgery on June 9.

I'm June 9th also!

[tbrous65 10]

June 16th.... and I can't wait

[jjinWA 511]

In my 3 hour pre op class this is what I was told. Clear liquids for a day or two after, each person will have unique orders. After clear liquids then Bariatric Protein. If you are on the Bariatric protein you will be getting the Vitamins you need. Store bought protein powders don't have the vitamins. You don't need to worry about vitamins until you go to phase 1 foods, mushiies in about 2 weeks.

Thanks for the info. I had an appt with my NUT today and she explained taking liquid vitamins that first week was not necessary. So you both provided me with the same answer. Nice! :-)

[jjinWA 511]

I had to do a pre-op class as well. And was told day 1 in hospital is multi Vitamin, B1 and D. Then 2 weeks after surgery to add back in the Calcium and Iron. I can do chewable a already after surgery they say. Double check with your dr to be sure that way you will be all set to go.

Yes, she my NUT explained to me that chewable even in first week was ok. She said doc would require Vitamins just as you mentioned here. Thanks! It is helpful to know I am on the right track and will be ready to go when my day comes!

[ChristmasJanet 74]

ColoEmpress That is so fantastic! I am glad you are doing so well. Thank you for sharing!