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Thanks everyone. I am sure this is normal, but the pureed stage is rough. I have only one more week, which I think I can handle. Looking forward to a bite of peanut butter tonight!

Thanks for the info. I am in the same boat with the soup and eggs. I think I'll try ricotta today!

I can't wait to buy matching bra and undies from Victoria's Secret.

Are you being a bit too hard on yourself?

Welcome! I lived on here for the first 2 weeks! I'm 3 weeks post op, and feel a lot more normal now.

At 11 days, you are still healing. I would encourage you to focus on the healing before the weight loss. Hang in there.

I've mixed the unflavored powder with yogurt. There is no taste at all.

I really enjoy the broth, as I am sick sick sick of sweet protien shakes! (2 weeks post op + 1 week liquid diet)

Mama, I don't know much about anemia. And no, the Novasure didn't help much with mood swings, maybe a little, but not measurably so. However, I had to take alternating ibuprofen and Tylenol daily when on my period. The pain was so bad, and I am less irritable now.

It is hard. I cheated twice: one bite of cheese and one piece of Werthers candy. Then I realized, it is a slippery slope and I will never stop, unless I stop. So I stayed the course and made it all the way, and I was so proud of myself. If you're gonna cheat, drink an extra shake. Best of luck!

I'm 40 now, and I had Novasure in 2-1/2 years ago. I have been very pleased with the results. I know when I am having a period, but I never need any more than a pantyliner, and most of the time, not even that. I used to have very heavy bleeding and cramping. I no longer feel cramping at all. I wouldn't hesitate one bit to do that again! Hope this helps! Best.

I did feel that way at first, but this week, that has subsided. From what I have read here, it has to do with swelling. When the swelling goes down, the pressure is less. Hope you feel better!

I had a hiatal hernia repair, and I don't think my recovery was any worse. I did take my pain medicine regularly about the first week. On day 6, it was like a switch and I started feeling better and being able to take drinks, rather than sips. I don't have any more specific info on the hernia, as I see my doctor tomorrow. I am 2 weeks post op (today) and I feel great. Hope this helps!

I'm in Houston. I would love to keep in touch!

I am two weeks post op, and I am still using a pillow to support me when I sleep on my side. It really helps, but honestly, I was about 6 days out before I could lay comfortably in any position. At day 6, though, it was like a light switch and I started feeling better all around. Hang in there!

I've lost about 15 pounds, including the 6 from the pre-op diet (one week). I am now 2 weeks post op. I'm a little disappointed because I see all of these 20+ pound losers in the first weeks, and I am only at 9 from the surgery (in 14 days). I hope I didn't do all of this to lose 15 pounds. On the other hand, being 15 pounds lighter does feel great.

I watched too. Big mistake!

It will go away, but it took about 12 days for me. I kept calling my doctor's office asking if it was normal. I took my pain meds fairly regularly, and it helped with the shoulder ache.

I think this is normal due to the IV (even at 158). Much rest and speedy recovery to you!

Your post gave me goosebumps! I am hoping to run someday too. And I am thinking maybe I'll try that Jillian Michaels workout. Great idea! Best to you, let us know how the 5k goes!

Wow, have you talked to your VSG surgeon? I would try to get an opinion from another doctor who has more experience with the WLS before making a decision. Best of luck!

I'm almost two weeks post-op I have experienced some nausea. My doc gave me nausea pills that dissolve on my tongue, and I have used those twice, so stop the nausea after taking my Vitamin. I have always suffered from constipation, and I think my acid reflux is worse when I am. I've taken Milk of Magnesia twice since surgery to relieve it. I don't "go" a lot, as not a lot is going in. And I agree with whomever said what goes in is what is coming out. It is all liquid thus far. I also think drinking enough Water helps with the constipation. The worst days were during the first week, and now, I feel fairly normal again, but I am looking forward to non-liquid food in the next couple of days!

Greek yogurt is higher in protein that regular yogurt. Don't know if they have it where you are, Sally, but worth looking into.

I don't know with your BMI, but I started at 220 lbs and I am 5' 2" which made my BMI 40. I have lost 14 pounds in 2-1/2 weeks and I do feel much better. Have you considered trying a week or two weeks of the liquid diet to see if you can lose anything that way? It would not hurt to meet with a surgeon and get some advice before making a decision. Best of luck to you!

fitbottom, My first thought is to be certain you take the liquid Tylenol on schedule and don't let the paid get ahead of you. I am 11 days post op (with a hernia & diaphragm repair too) and I am still taking the pain meds two or three times a day. I get a heavy/full feeling in my abdomen, and sometimes I just generally ache. The pain med staves off the ache, which does help with a general feeling of well being. The day I turned the corner was day 6, and it was after I made myself choke down a second Protein shake for the day. I had only been drinking one up to that point. The additional protein really helps. This is more difficult than I expected, but alas, it is not insurmountable. Hang in there, and be sure to get the help you need from your doctor to feel better. Oops, "pain" not "paid"