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Ricotta bake. I wish I would have made this sooner on my soft food stage. This recipe gets passed around a lot because it's so good! Just scroll down a bit and you'll find it. There are other good ideas on there as well: http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/2007/08/pureed-foods.html

People seem to handle carbonation differently. Generally it seems most can't have it. The carbonation just doesn't sit well in our smaller stomachs. For others though they can drink some in moderation. I was a Diet Dew nut prior to surgery. Do I miss it a bit? Sure. But I also know I was drinking too much and it wasn't good for me whether it was diet or not. I honestly thing kicking soda is a big reason why I've felt so much better post-op. We all have our own things we struggle with, but this is part of the problem with not facing addictions before the surgery. Getting a sleeve doesn't fix those cravings. For me I've been too preoccupied with everything else going on to miss sodas that much. I have a wide enough drink selection to keep me satisfied. All I can suggest is to keep as much good variety of drinks in the house as possible.

I'm 2.5 months out and check my weight every morning. I've been stalled for several weeks. I've lost 30 lbs so far. Hoping to start losing again soon.

So...here I am..7 days out. I can see now, that last week was a "honeymoon" phase. Didn't miss or want food. Now...I am doing great, but my head is starting to think...jeez...I have not eaten in a looooong time. I am hungry at times. I have a protein shake, and that stops that...luckily those intervals have worked into 3 "meals" a day. But I am stating to miss eating a little. I find myself thinking of really decadent food, that quite frankly I have not had for months...but they are popping into my head. I am starting to mourn, seems early, and I know once I start driving and getting back out into the world this week, the real challenges will begin. Not gonna lie. Scared..and a little sad. I know its worth it, and I knew what I was getting into, but until you are actually here you have no idea how you will feel. Just wanted to vent, and see if anyone else is feeling this way.

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Same here sleeved 2/8 i can down things so quickly without any discomfort. I can down a bottled water in like a .5 hr, even with soups/soft food. I feel like im getting more down than i should but hey im still taking in way less than before surgery

You may be being paranoid, but you have the right to ask questions. When is your f/u appt? Just be frank with your Dr then

@swimbikerun - loved that analogy! Definitely trying to be nice and build him up slowly. We took a few more rests and walked most of the way after he laid down.

Congrats that is wonderful can't wait to be in your spot having surgery

Every day gets a little better and once you hit the puree stage you will feel in seventh heaven lol Congratulations on the surgery and speedy recovery. Kate