Any December Sleever's?

[Shine45 8]

How are you guys doing today Shana and Mo Oneal?

[tmountains 6]

I'm scheduled for surgery Monday December 21st. Finally used to liquid diet. Clear Liquids tomorrow. Excited, nervous and a tad scared. Down about 16 pounds in 2 weeks. I admit I had two bites of food but spit and rinsed really well.my clothes are already loose. Instead of thinking, no food for the holidays I'm thinking way what a great gift I'm getting for Christmas!!! Great tool for the rest of my life!

[ivettev001 27]

Is a hunger headache mental or real in this phase? Lol My stomach growled loudly at me when I went to bed on the second day of liquid diet. Lol!! Great ievette001 we are sleeve sisters!!

lol it happens ???? but don't worry you can do it hun. If it happens again you can drink Water or low fat chicken broth (hot) or any non caffeine teas it will help... Or a half cup of sugar free jello... I prefer the chicken broth it calms my stomach. ???? #sleevesister

[annabreke84 42]

Either 12/29 or 12/30 in Beaumont TX

Edited December 19, 2015 by annabreke84

[ivettev001 27]

I'm scheduled for surgery Monday December 21st. Finally used to liquid diet. Clear Liquids tomorrow. Excited, nervous and a tad scared. Down about 16 pounds in 2 weeks. I admit I had two bites of food but spit and rinsed really well.my clothes are already loose. Instead of thinking, no food for the holidays I'm thinking way what a great gift I'm getting for Christmas!!! Great tool for the rest of my life!

I'm so exited for you n me

.. I'm also schedule for Monday... Keep me update. Good luck.

[fatchick84 53]

I've been very overwhelmed and feeling panicky today (being sleeved Wed 12/2). I am literally terrified about the surgery. I just want to wake up and know I'm ok...I've been awake all night just worrying about it.

I can't picture being lucky enough to actually have my weight loss efforts pay off...for whatever reason I just keep thinking what if I am in the 1% of people who has serious complications or heaven forbid doesn't even pull through the actual surgery? What if my attempts at saving my life backfire? I'm feeling selfish for even doing this because I'm afraid of leaving my family.

I'm usually a very positive person but this has just got me all kinds of worked up! I'm an emotional wreck ????

I am feeling the same way. My surgery is on the 29th and I have thought about backing out more than once. Some days I don't worry and others I fear that I will have a leak or stricture and be in the hospital for months. I am a religious person so I have been praying and I hope everything goes smoothly for the both of us.

[SleeveGal 8]

Hi, I'm Jenschubbs,

My surgery date is Dec. 31, 2015. Excited and nervous. I start my 2 week Protein Shakes tomorrow for prep. Just found this site, and am thankful to read what people are doing, how they are doing. It is going to be very helpful to find others who understand the journey. Thanks!

I'm December 31st too!

[Cheeselife 68]

Just a note for anyone who didn't see it, search 'December 2015 Sleevers' on Facebook for extra support!

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[Fat2Phat2016 541]

I'm scheduled for surgery Monday December 21st. Finally used to liquid diet. Clear liquids tomorrow. Excited, nervous and a tad scared. Down about 16 pounds in 2 weeks. I admit I had two bites of food but spit and rinsed really well.my clothes are already loose. Instead of thinking, no food for the holidays I'm thinking way what a great gift I'm getting for Christmas!!! Great tool for the rest of my life!

Good Luck today!

[Mamaabaer 4]

I had my sleeve done on the 17th. I am your typical worry wart, analyze everything sort of people and prior to surgery, I seriously was scared and second guessing myself. I'm hear to tell you -DON'T WORRY !! It will all be alright !

Surgery went off without a hitch. The first 30 mins of recovery was the worst...terrible pain in your upper chest. This is just gas. My stomach which was getting flatter with my previous weight loss now looked like a 6 month pregnant belly !!

Full of gas....

I was in hospital for 2 long days. For me, good because I was forced to not do anything. The incisions really don't hurt, just sensitive to touch. On day 5, only one of them slightly hurt. Coughing is no problem either.

Only really took pain meds the day, although nursing staff come in and out so frequently, I should have knocked myself out so I could rest in between.

Hunger has not been a problem. I'm doing GNC Total Lean, which has amazing flavors, pumpkin spice, vanilla chai, strawberry creme and banana creme which tastes exactly like a banana creme pie I make.

I think the most important thing is you sip sizes. I can tell when my sip is too much. Too big ? Wait 10 seconds and you will get this little pain in your stomach, but it only last a second or two....

All in all, things are good. Not as bad as I had imagined it would be. Tired of course, but keep drinking your Water and your shakes, you got this !!! Happy Holidays to all.... I would like to hear what people are going to be eating on Christmas. I was hoping I can mix mashed potatos, no lumps with turkey gravy into a puree, any ideas ???

[Violet's Mum 5]

Hi Mamabear, I was sleeved on 17th as well. Did it in Tijuana and all went well. Just got home at midnight last night. I feel quite exhausted. Tiny sips of my Protein concoction taking one pill at a time this morning. Breaking them in half, too. Hard, but managing through it. How is your energy level? I feel like a lot of gas is gone, but still some left. I am on clear liquids through Wednesday. I am thinking maybe energy will be better in the "mush" stage.

For Christmas dinner, I am going to try a couple baby bites of mashed potato mixed with gravy possibly. Right now I have no appetite, so wondering if I will even want that. Could also mix the whey protein in the mash potatoes so you are getting the protein in the baby bites. I use pure whey isolate so it won't change the flavor.

[Mamaabaer 4]

Hi Violet! I was wondering how you are. Energy is low too... Dr let me start Protein Shakes on day 3.. also sugar free Jello and unsweetened applesauce. I am not hungry but last night I got dizzy so my dietician told me I need to eat and drink even if I'm not hungry. Think I'm doing warm chicken broth and potato/gravy for xmas... and please keep in contact.... it's nice to have someone to do this with !!

[ivettev001 27]

Hi Everyone... Thanks to everyone that wished me the best ☺❤ Right now I'm feeling better. Still sleepy but good. Just did my first walk! I dnt have problem putting ice or Water in. I did dou had pain chest because of gas but meds help n walking also. Ahhh n my hubby palm my back like a baby n it Did help too lol I'm a little sore, but they say tommorow I will be more... I hope not ???? But I will keep u guys update. How about my other Sleeve sisters here? How are they? Dec 21st

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[ladyperro2 10]

@Shine45. Who is your surgeon and what hospital are you going to?

[soulmusiq210 0]

My procedure is scheduled for 12/28.