Calling all October sleevers!!

[sug7768 5]

Dont feel bad, Amb. I got very detailed instructions as well but never saw or was told anything about the teaspoon. Rainbow, the way you talk, you come off very angry. Instead, be supportive.

[Beckik 13]

50 minutes ago, amb052492 said:

Sorry I guess I wasn't very clear. I have a booklet that I am trying to follow. My first week was Clear Liquids, right now is full liquids, next week purée, then soft foods and so on. The gave me several examples of what to try. My issue is that anytime something touches my stomach, I get almost a stomach virus sensation. My stomach knots up. Protein Drinks come right back up. I have gradually been trying something new each day but I've found that there are more things that hurt me than ones that go down okay. I was curious if anyone else experienced this and if it is just temporary?


Sleeved 10/10/17 • HW 280 (3/1/17) • SW 259 (10/10) • CW 242 (10/21) • GW 180 (TBD)

You may want to talk with your surgeon. Its normal to have difficulty adapting to foods, again, but at two weeks out, you shouldn't be having this much nausea and vomiting. You may have a structure, or some other complication getting in the way of recovery.

[Oct2017as 10]

4 hours ago, Oct2017as said:

Had my surgery Oct 19 ..2 days out not feeling to well since coming home. Still have a lot when i try to eat and i get some weird pains right under my chest. Hoping it gets better.

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Sorry i still have a lot of pain when I try to eat or drink.

[Rainbow_Warrior 996]

39 minutes ago, amb052492 said:

I didn't get instructions like those

At the first interview, they also suggest:

(A) Use side plates and, at first, just a 25%-30% 'covering' of food

(B) Use a two-tine cocktail fork, NOT a regular fork

(C) Use a teaspoon to regulate liquids into your mouth, NOT a soup-spoon

These will minimise the 'assault' of food-load on you newly limited stomach.

[Wendy g 3]

I am on day 12 of clear liquid and Protein Shakes surgery is set for 10/25. I am doing a conversion they are taking my lap band out and doing the sleeve

[amb052492 84]

You may want to talk with your surgeon. Its normal to have difficulty adapting to foods, again, but at two weeks out, you shouldn't be having this much nausea and vomiting. You may have a structure, or some other complication getting in the way of recovery.

I just went for my first visit a few days ago and she didn't seem concerned. I will try to call and tell her it is still going on. Thank you!


Sleeved 10/10/17 • HW 280 (3/1/17) • SW 259 (10/10) • CW 242 (10/21) • GW 180 (TBD)

[NicholeO 2]

I am so glad to see so many posts in this thread - my husband and I are scheduled for 10/31. How is everyone doing?

[nicolevsg2 20]

Okay.
Did you get the very clear instruction to put about half-a-teaspoon of liquid into your mouth at a time then wait 30-50 seconds before putting the next one in?
I have instructions here on mine:
(a) eat about 0.5 of a level teaspoon at a time OR sip extremely small amounts. Take a short break, typically 30-50 seconds before the next 1/2 teaspoonful.
( never gulp
© do not use straws; you risk getting too much air with your food
(d) allow your 'new' stomach time to 'accept' the amount it can handle
(e) do NOT be afraid to burp -- keep a paper serviette handy as, in the early days, you may get regurgitation.

Thanks for taking the time to share! My date is 10/24. So excited and nervous. Haven’t heard of that tip before and I appreciate all the info I’m getting from everyone here. Thx!

[Bruno1966 20]

6 hours ago, Rainbow_Warrior said:

When I had my 6am meds the day after surgery (and had been using the 'bottle' under the bed covers for urination) they asked me if I might like to try standing up "a bit later" and "maybe walk yourself to the toilet and shower".

I agreed that I'd be happy to try.

So I sat up on the edge of the bed after 7am. I went for a walk to the nurses' station (15-20 metres) and back. Later on, I went to the toilet. At about 10am, after the doctors had done their rounds, I went to the shower.

The nurses on duty sent a tiny 19 year old nursing assistant in to assist me. I had a shower chair which I used for the first minute or two while I "soaped up" but I felt okay about standing to Shampoo and to rinse off. I towelled myself dry and dressed myself.

All the while I had the availability of assistance but did not require it.

I am sure if you ask, Bruno1966, that you'll find that you will be supported or assisted if you are unable to do it yourself.

Thank you

[Rainbow_Warrior 996]

1 hour ago, Bruno1966 said:

The nurses on duty sent a tiny 19 year old nursing assistant in to assist me

(Requoted from my earlier post)

In saying that she was in the shower area with me for 15-20 minutes, there a few observations:

1. There was no way, not so much as a snowflake in hell that this 45kg (99lbs) young woman could have been expected to catch me falling (158kg or 349lbs).

2. She was not put there for her viewing comfort or pleasure (unless she was a masochist). A retired morbidly obese male patient's shower would not be a duty one would rush to sign up for.

3. I think she was eternally GRATEFUL that I was so independent about washing and drying myself.

Edited October 22, 2017 by Rainbow_Warrior

[Hendeda1 9]

32 hours to go (GMT) feeling pretty chilled. Made it through the 2 week pre op, lost just over 15 pounds in the process. Had a low period midway which I think was due to dehydration. Otherwise it gets easier as your body accepts the diet . My stomach did enquire if my throat had been cut on the odd occasion😂Downside wás no real energy to do much apart from catch up on all the tv shows that I had recorded. I know the hard part starts soon but I feel the pre op diet is a damm good starter for the rest . Good luck to everyone starting this journey 👍🍾

[Bruno1966 20]

1 minute ago, Hendeda1 said:

32 hours to go (GMT) feeling pretty chilled. Made it through the 2 week pre op, lost just over 15 pounds in the process. Had a low period midway which I think was due to dehydration. Otherwise it gets easier as your body accepts the diet . My stomach did enquire if my throat had been cut on the odd occasion😂Downside wás no real energy to do much apart from catch up on all the tv shows that I had recorded. I know the hard part starts soon but I feel the pre op diet is a damm good starter for the rest . Good luck to everyone starting this journey 👍🍾

Good luck Hendeda! Keep us posted. I’ve got five days to go so jumping in right behind you.

[Hendeda1 9]

Will do !

[arcwls 27]

It continues to surprise how differently everyone reacts. Makes me wonder if we all have different tolerance levels for pain, if it is about your surgeon, how well prepared you are? Wish there was a clear answer but doubtful one exists. My 6 day jitters grow. Am I the only person to have doubts and think what the F am I doing? Get your **** together, work harder and in spite of all your continuous failures at weight loss you got this?

Yup I have these thoughts!

I use to be pretty average 70kg (150-160 lbs) most of my adult life but in the last 18months have gone up to 90+ (210 lbs) and it's from the psychological connection I have with eating so I know this surgery will stop all this binge eating/ fasting/ disordered eating. I know if I tried I could lose this weight again on my own, however I am so tired of my psychological state impacting my weight loss/ gain. If I'm in a toxic, abusive relationship I am at my lowest weights, then when I'm happy, I pile on the weight. This surgery will just level this out so I can be happy in my relationship (current one is great) and no longer feel self conscious in myself. Actually enjoy the rest of my 20s. This is what is pushing me through!

I'm glad to find out I'm not the only one having cold feet!!

[njgal 535]

Good luck to all my Oct buds due this week!