Lea Anne

I've noticed recently that I've begun to think unhealthy thoughts about eating. I had a Protein shake tonight for dinner because I feel like since I've hit stage 4 and began to eat regular food, the speed of my weight loss has decreased. Then I remembered that I had a piece of donut (the size of a quarter) because I was craving chocolate and now I feel guilty. I felt guilty after a party this weekend, too, even though I really didn't eat that poorly. There were many times before the surgery that I wished I felt guilty for eating and wished that I had anorexia instead of the urge to binge. Now that I'm eating healthy and doing really well on this journey, I feel like I don't want some sort of psychological intruder messing with my mind. I've spent years working on my self esteem and to suddenly doubt myself just isn't me. Has anyone else had these feelings of guilt or wanting to "punish" yourself for not eating right? Just typing this brings tears to my eyes like I'm actually being punished by someone.

thank you all for the encouragement. i understand the "all or nothing" perspective because that was me for many years. my mind needs to keep up with my changing body!

yes, my right was much worse than my left and that's where my biggest incision was. try not to over do it and talk to your doctor if it worries you.

try not to worry about the future because you'll have a long road to go down before you get there and it will probably give you perspective that you never thought you could believe. remember that you will not fail. you may have slip-ups or bad days but this does NOT mean failing! go to support groups if your hospital/program offers them -- pre and post op. good luck!

super sexy panties! haha

call first thing tomorrow to be sure but I was never asked about being on my period and i think they would have if it were an issue. good luck!

I'm having a really hard time finding a chewable or liquid B complex Vitamin that contains 100 mg of B1. I've checked with vitamin stores, pharmacies and searched all over online. Even Bariatric Advantage's chewables are much too low (3-6 mg) in B1. I thought of getting a chewable B complex and then B1 by itself but again, the levels are much too low. I really don't want to buy the capsules and have to crush them in fear that they will taste horrible! Can anyone make recommendations?

Im really surprised that the doc didnt give you a liquid or crushable! Going off an antidepressant is tough enough but it must be horrible while recovering and having all of these post op feelings. Dont be afraid to speek up and tell the doc you need something!

I had that taste too so i sucked on sugar free Werthers hard candy and sugar free mints.

I had that taste too so i sucked on sugar free Werthers hard candy and sugar free mints.

I was sleeved 4/26 and returned for half days on 5/8, full days 5/14. Im so glad i did only part time at first because I was exhausted by noon.

Such a sad time You must be a strong person to cope in a healthy way. Keep it up!

Thats fantastic!! Congrats!

Ive done the same thing with a jar of salsa. The chicken gets so moist and flavorful. Ive even shredded the chicken breasts and made tacos or burritos.Romaine lettuce worked as a sub for real taco shells. Or you could just make a taco salad.

Oh keep taking your temp to make sure you dont have a high fever. Anything over 101 and you should really call your doc.

Sounds like the flu but since you're having pain I'd call your doctor to be sure. Do you have any anti nausea meds left? Try sipping on a small glass of Welchs 100% grape juice mixed 50/50 with water. Its great for nausea and will get some fluid in you. Hope you feel better!

My problem with the Lortab was the burning sensation and immediate nausea. I tried to wait 6 hours between does so i could take Zofran right afterward. But within 10 minutes my pain was so much better so the side effects were worth it to me.

I was on another blood thinner, Lovenox, for 2 weeks after surgery. The shots werent too bad but the bruising was terrible. I'm not qualified to handle needles!

I do a 50/50 mix of Welch's 100% grape juice and water...maybe about 6 oz and sip on it. It gives me a little boost but also curbs nausea almost better than the zofran.

chocolate pure protein or muscle milk. i get them from WalMart.

Thanks! I had mine april 26th so i'm just over 4 weeks out. Dr. Cahill is a great surgeon and in his program, you have 2 weeks of clear then 4 weeks of protein shakes before starting blended soups, yogurt, etc. So there are days that i'm absolutely sick of the shakes and I've resorted back to chicken broth for something savory. I totally agree that it's HARD!!!!!

Has anyone else experienced pain in one or both of your hips after surgery? I'm 4.5 weeks post op and I have pain that I never had before. I'm down 50 pounds and you'd think that would make it better for my bones and joints! It seems to get worse every day - at first it was just my left hip the last 2 weeks and now my right hip hurts. Maybe just because I'm overcompensating...I don't know. I haven't done any exercise except walking and even then, I'm not walking all that much. I've tried tylenol and icy hot rub. They help a little but I'd love to know the cause. Thanks!

yes, it surely does suck and i hate being hungry. but down 5 pounds is great! congrats and just keep doing the liquids. they suck but they work!!

people and their opinions and know-it-all attitudes never cease to amaze me. you did what's right for YOU and not anyone else.