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My gastric sleeve surgery date is 12/19/23 and would love to connect with others having surgery in December so that we can support each other on this journey. 😊

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December 4th for me. Started my liquid diet yesterday. I don't know if it's because I've cut coffee out or the fact that I'm stressed out with everything, but I can't stop clenching my jaw.

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10 hours ago, Sergeant said:

December 4th for me. Started my liquid diet yesterday. I don't know if it's because I've cut coffee out or the fact that I'm stressed out with everything, but I can't stop clenching my jaw.

I noticed I was gritting my teeth a lot. I think part of it was caffeine, part was stress, but part of it was missing chewing things! sugar free popsicles helped a lot in the evening with this...

My TMJ specialist taught me this trick of holding the tip of your tongue between your teeth. Not biting down on it, but just resting it there on the edge. Mine usually rests there by resting against the back of my top teeth. Over time it breaks the habit of clenching because your tongue is in the way and it is also a nice neutral position for your mouth to rest in...

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Glad to know I'm not the only one to experience it.

Question: Anyone have a fav. broth, Bone Broth, or recipe for one? Started my Pre-op liquid diet on Monday and the weather has been insanely cold. Craving something warm in my belly.

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Had my surgery on 12/4. Not feeling much pain just incredibly weak. I’m not hungry or thirsty and I’ve had a hard time keeping awake. Todays the first day I’ve stayed up longer then an hour. For me, room temp or warmer liquids are easiest to get down. I hate sweet things at the moment.

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