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I'm having Gastric Sleeve July 9th and leaving for a 9 day vacation in California August 1st, we are flying there..

We will be busy the entire time.. A lot of walking..

Does anyone have advice for me.. I would appreciate it..

I really don't want to change the surgery date. I been waiting for this for a long time..

Thanks in advance!

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I had surgery June 2 and by mid week last week, my energy was basically back to normal. You may need to pass on some activities if you are still experiencing the after-surgery fatigue. Go no where without a well-chilled Protein Shake in a cooler and lots of Water. You don't ever know what will be available and that should keep you comfortable. Have fun!

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Thanks so much.. That makes me feel so much better.. I was worried when the surgery date ended up being so close to the vacation I already had bought and paid for.. My Sons in the Navy and got married and we are meeting the families for the first time from Germany, so it will be non stop activity!

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I was sleeved June 9. I've had no pain and other than a couple of days my energy level has actually increased! To me, the timing of your trip looks very do-able. I agree that having Water is the most important thing to remember. I still drink broth too, with unflavored Protein Powder mixed in. Still my go to meal. Hope you have a wonderful vacation!!

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Thanks 2happily..

I really feel so much better now about having it done before I leave.. I shared these with hubby and he feels better about it to.. He is still not completely on board with the whole thing.. But he is supporting me no matter what..

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I have surgery on the same date!

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i would think you will be great by then, just remember to keep a Protein Drink with you at all times AND Water. try also to eat at places that have Soups, softs, etc so you can enjoy the meal with the group. have a great time!

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We will have to keep tabs!

I have surgery on the same date!

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There's a few of us. I created a separate post for us. Not very active though...

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Can you send me the link. I'll join it..

There's a few of us. I created a separate post for us. Not very active though...

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I did a Disneyland trip about the same distance out from surgery and did fine. Brought lots of Protein powder... Could always find Water to mix it with. Got a hotel room with small fridge and kept lots of Greek yogert, string cheese sticks, etc in it. You will be fine!

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Its in the preop section probably right next to this one!

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Get yourself a box if Chike ice coffee and some Protein Shake packs!! They are yummy and taste great mixed with just water!! That's a month out and I was on soft foods then! Soft veggies... Pasta... Eggs... I was lucky I had no issues after the first week whatsoever... I even started at the gym after the first week!! Bring your vitamins!! You will have an awesome time! That's just about when I started feeling normal!! Haha ENJOY!

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Thank You so much for the info and advice and tips.. It's so nice to hear everyone doing well... It truly inspires me!

Get yourself a box if Chike ice coffee and some Protein Shake packs!! They are yummy and taste great mixed with just water!! That's a month out and I was on soft foods then! Soft veggies... Pasta... Eggs... I was lucky I had no issues after the first week whatsoever... I even started at the gym after the first week!! Bring your vitamins!! You will have an awesome time! That's just about when I started feeling normal!! Haha ENJOY!

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Thanks for the info.. I will do exactly that.. Did you get tired very easy? Thanks!

I did a Disneyland trip about the same distance out from surgery and did fine. Brought lots of Protein powder... Could always find Water to mix it with. Got a hotel room with small fridge and kept lots of Greek yogert, string cheese sticks, etc in it. You will be fine!

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