Question

So I am hoping to be sleeved sometime in June.  I have some  vacations planned for August.  I was just thinking how I will be able to handle my new pouch.  Will I be able to have a drink?  How does being sleeved word with even just having a glass of wine?  If so,  How long after surgery is it  allowed? 
 

I asked this same question when I was in my support group. This lady told me she didn't have a glass of wine until a year out.

  WOW!!!

Wow so your body will have less than 2 months to heal before you go on vacation.  You are brave, I didn't go anywhere for a good year also because I was too afraid of being too far from my surgeon in case something went wrong.   As far as drinking that early out GIRRLL that alcohol is gonna hit your ass like a brick.  You know it only takes a few sips to get you tipsy after surgery.

If you decide to go on vacation just be extra careful and make sure that you give your body the rest it needs.  Many people feel like oh I feel pretty good I can get up and go but you have to realize you done had your insided re-routed and it needs time to heal on the inside. 

Thanks so much Lee.  You are probably right.  It's bad enough I'll be away from home.  So I better just strut around vegas sippling a glass of water and pretend like it's Ciroc.  Then I'll be in Myrtle Beach for a few days.  I know I can handle that but Vegas.... Tha'ts a different story.  Oh well!!

Vegas will be hard,  I know I go at least 4 times a year, but I only live a hour and 15 min away.  But just take it easy.  If your going to drink something in Vegas make it worth it have a Strawberry Dacquri from Bellagio.  

Your vacation is in the U.S. to that makes me feel better.  Just take it easy and have a good time.  But aso keep in mind that you just had a surgery to help you control your weight and you don't want to start allowing yourself bad foods so early out.   You can totally eat well in Vegas.

 Okay I can't lie, I had a 3 sips.. and when I say sips I really mean little sips of wine on Sunday and yes I was tipsy right away but the buzz only lasted about 20 mins before it was totally gone. Honestly I won't be sipping anymore anytime soon because being buzzed that quickly was interesting but not fun.

As far as traveling, I'm 6 weeks out now and I really think I would do fine traveling.  I would just stick to food I know though and make sure to have protein shakes just in case.  But you never know how you're recovery is going to be until you're post-op.

 You got great answers, Just take it ez and do some food testing of what works good with you before you go. Best wishes.

Thank you all.  So right now I am praying for a quick recovery.  I have been making sure my room has a fridge so that I can keep my protein drinks available.  To be honest, I am looking forward to not spending lots of money, like I usually would on drinks and buffets.  I really don't think I am going to be spending as much as I would normally.

I travel regularly including a vacation two months after surgery.  Its not hard if you make up your mind that your procedure is more important to you than the day's food and drink.  It will all still be there in the future.  For some people temptation is too difficult.  Only you know if this is an issue for you. 

In my experience:

-  Protein first.  That is the rule.  At least it is for RNY.  If you stick to tender, fully cooked, lean protein as your main dish you should be too full to screw up. 

-  You can almost always find foods if you are in typical American/ Western enviornment but you may need to get creative and have a back up plan. 
   -  I always kept a few emergency "feedings" with me for the first two years.  Always.  Often still do when I think there may be a need. 
   -  Order meals you can easily 'disect'.  Descretely move around the disallowed foods and eat the portion of the dish that is on your plan.  I've done this in fine dining establishments with no problem. 
   -  Keep a few plastic forks/knives/spoons with you for fast food meals that don't supply them.  This way you can easily 'disect' sandwhiches, wraps, and other grab & go items.
   -  Ask about ingredients.  There is a lot of hidden sugar, starch, and fat out there.

-  Do not experiment with new foods.  Stick with what you know you tolerate well.     
   -  Make sure the texture is right for your needs.  If in doubt skip it.

-  In my un humbled opinion forget the booze.  It slows weight loss and your reaction to booze may be unpredictable.  Many surgeons restrict alcohol for the first year.