November 2013 Surgeries

[xkirsty88]

Hi Kirsty, think very carefully about the band, whilst it works very well for some the bottom line is it isn't forever and at some point it has to come out.. In the end you need to do your own research and make a discussion that best suits you. Good luck. X

I am, I hadn't really done much research on the sleeve as I had done lots on the band and that's what I wanted.. Now I'm going to research the sleeve. I asked the dietician what she thought best for me, and she said the sleeve, so lots to reconsider while I wait for the letter to see my consultant! Xx

Kirsty

 

[Flickalicious]

I originally wanted the band but my surgeon said I should have the bypass or sleeve but bypass would suit me best. He knows more than me so I went with it!
After researching im so glad I made that decision. I dont think I would even consider the band now. Its perfect for alot of people but not what I would want from my WLS
Do extensive research because unless things go wrong (and nobody would want that!) Its very hard to change. Good luck hun, its an exciting journey!

Any news from butterfly???

 

[audrasharon]

She was going down at 5pm!

 

[xkirsty88]

I originally wanted the band but my surgeon said I should have the bypass or sleeve but bypass would suit me best. He knows more than me so I went with it! After researching im so glad I made that decision. I dont think I would even consider the band now. Its perfect for alot of people but not what I would want from my WLS Do extensive research because unless things go wrong (and nobody would want that!) Its very hard to change. Good luck hun, its an exciting journey! Any news from butterfly???

I'm going to spend some time researching, I can only do it on my phone at the moment as I don't have internet at home. I shall go to the library or to my mums or sisters some time next week to use a computer. I was always going to consider the professionals opinion either way, sooo. I so glad I've finally been to the seminar!

Kirsty

 

[nicola1723]

Back home and had a 1/3 cup of Swiss bullion and full! Dumped this Morning as they gave me the wrong yoghurt! Feeling pretty uncomfortable still and a fair amount of pain on my left side

 

[audrasharon]

Just thinking about Butterfly. Hope all went well and she not suffering too much pain! X

 

[Butterfly_lady]

All went. Well no real pain just achey xx

 

[Flickalicious]

Kirsty, hopefully it'll all speed up from now!

Nicola, you dumped already? Ouch! How are you feeling now?

Audra, Last I read from butterfly is she's doing good but is very sleepy. She has a diary on here! How are you doing?

Im 10 days post op today. Been out of hospital a week and what a change! Ive gotten more into the swing of things now. Have worked out how much I can comfortably eat without feeling full or still hungry. Getting to grips with leaving space between food and drink and am alot more comfortable in bed! Can almost turn freely and with help of a supporting cushion can sleep on my sides without pain Ive been up and out of bed doing light housework and even been down on the floor (and able to get back up again lol) I still rest and have not attempted any outings yet nor do I plan on driving for a few more weeks!

Today im having my first small glass of chilled pepsi max cherry and my god its good! The bubbles are no different to normal when drinking. Yay!! Im guna cook cauliflower cheese for dinner tonight and guna make up some sugar free angel delight for dessert.

Things are on the up! ^-^

 

[audrasharon]

All went. Well no real pain just achey xx

So glad for you. Your the other side now only recovery stands between you and your new life. Congratulations and rest up! X

 

[audrasharon]

Kirsty, hopefully it'll all speed up from now!

Nicola, you dumped already? Ouch! How are you feeling now?

Audra, Last I read from butterfly is she's doing good but is very sleepy. She has a diary on here! How are you doing?

Im 10 days post op today. Been out of hospital a week and what a change! Ive gotten more into the swing of things now. Have worked out how much I can comfortably eat without feeling full or still hungry. Getting to grips with leaving space between food and drink and am alot more comfortable in bed! Can almost turn freely and with help of a supporting cushion can sleep on my sides without pain Ive been up and out of bed doing light housework and even been down on the floor (and able to get back up again lol) I still rest and have not attempted any outings yet nor do I plan on driving for a few more weeks!

Today im having my first small glass of chilled pepsi max cherry and my god its good! The bubbles are no different to normal when drinking. Yay!! Im guna cook cauliflower cheese for dinner tonight and guna make up some sugar free angel delight for dessert.

Things are on the up! ^-^

Glad your starting to turn a corner Flick. Just seem butterfly's other thread cheers. I'm ok had a few doubts with the stop starting and my husband saying he doesn't want me to do it! But once I restart the diet hopefully I'll get back on the zone. X

 

[Flickalicious]

So here's the cauliflower (and broccoli) cheese with low fat cheese sauce and smoked bacon pieces!
My husband and son's dinner on plates and mine in the small bowl lol Once mashed that portion will probably do me 2 meals to be honest but we'll see how we go

 

[Kimberly]

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[audrasharon]

Yep your nearly there! X

 

[audrasharon]

Flick how you doing?

 

[Kimberly]

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[Butterfly_lady]

Hi guys first day of waking up in my own bed just sipping a cuppa before I have a little potter round I can't be stopping in bed its too boring

 

[Flickalicious]

Hey, im doing good thank you! Feel better than I did a week ago but im still taking it easy. Other than going out last week ive been living in my jammies at home as my clothes are too restrictive. Non underwired bra is still too tight even on the loosest fastening and my tummy that im injecting clexane in everday, twice a day is badly bruised and sooo tender to touch that hurts more than the wounds and surgery itself right now!

Im still having a debate with myself over having real dreadlocks!

 

[audrasharon]

Hey, im doing good thank you! Feel better than I did a week ago but im still taking it easy. Other than going out last week ive been living in my jammies at home as my clothes are too restrictive. Non underwired bra is still too tight even on the loosest fastening and my tummy that im injecting clexane in everday, twice a day is badly bruised and sooo tender to touch that hurts more than the wounds and surgery itself right now!

Im still having a debate with myself over having real dreadlocks!

You'll be able to stop them soon. It will quickly settle then! As for dreads go fore it if you think ifs something you want to do. Give yourself a treat! You deserve it. Glad your on the up!

 

[audrasharon]

Hi guys first day of waking up in my own bed just sipping a cuppa before I have a little potter round I can't be stopping in bed its too boring

Sounds like your doing so well butterfly! Just be careful not to over do it. Our bodies have a way of biting back. Remember lots of relaxing and getting bored is go at this stage! ( that's my nurse head talking) c

 

[audrasharon]

How are you Audra?

Hi Kimberley not do bad still haven't shifted this cold. Started wondering if I'll get none second time around! I know got lots of time yet. But Emily ( my youngest is already snotty again) anyway I'm filling my thoughts with you guys right now. I'll be literally keeping everything cross for you on Tuesday! X