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Hello all!

I’m Emily, and this is my very first post on this forum. My mom introduced the site to me last month after she had her gastric sleeve, and I just recently had mine; 2 days ago to be exact. I’m still in a massive amount of shock that I actually did this for myself. I’m adjusting pretty well, and thankfully I haven’t had Protein Shakes taste too funky yet.

I just wanted to introduce myself. I hope all of you have a wonderful day! :)

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Hi Emily, Congratulations!! My surgery is in less than 48 hours. I am sitting here now drinking Water and trying to imagine what 72 hours from now looks like. Thank you for posting!! Have an awesome day!!

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Hi Emily my sleeve surgery was on 2/23 so not too much ahead of you. I have to say I am still pretty sore, but also still happy with my choice. The first day I came home from the hospital, I had the frothys and could not keep anything down. Each day since has gotten better. Today is day four and I am up to two Premier Protein shakes and a Protein Water sipped very very slowly. Tylenol extra strength and an ice pack on my belly are also sanity savers. I hope you are doing well too.

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9 minutes ago, LisaZar said:

Hi Emily my sleeve surgery was on 2/23 so not too much ahead of you. I have to say I am still pretty sore, but also still happy with my choice. The first day I came home from the hospital, I had the frothys and could not keep anything down. Each day since has gotten better. Today is day four and I am up to two Premier Protein shakes and a Protein Water sipped very very slowly. Tylenol extra strength and an ice pack on my belly are also sanity savers. I hope you are doing well too.

I’m definitely sore, too. I had some trapped air so it’s been a bit of challenge to get comfortable, but overall I can’t complain. I can’t believe I did it, but I think it’ll be the best decision of my life. I’m happy with the choice I made, too.

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