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I really like that quote too! Your grandma is the best!! Love it!

Egg white protein powder mixed in with Greek yogurt ( any flavor )

You need a support system right now. Do you have anyone? Reach out for help when you need it, you will be so happy with your weightloss soon and you will realize he is a jerk that you don't need. I know right now it seems impossible but your life is on its way to becoming better and better. Be ready and smile for yourself and your child. If you ever need to just talk send me a message.

Ok thank you! I'm going to drink some gatorade. I have had low potassium on my blood work but this was before surgery. Thanks so much for the advice!

I am so going to 7-11... That sounds amazing!

How big are the cymbalta pills?

I'm just about 6 weeks post op and I LOVE the people on this site! My question is, I keep hearing people use the term sliders. What is this? I'm just curious to know from what I know so far its foods we should avoid but what does it mean if a food is a *sliders*

Oh I can't wait to be able to do that!!! That's awesome!!! )

I haven't researched lexapro but the switch from pristiq to lexapro was a smooth one for me.

Has anyone used this to up their protein intake? I was going to give it a try, wanted to see what yall thought about it?

Ps - instant mashed potatoes are easier to digest and maybe minus the gravy for a while.

I would think that you should consider your diet to be the same as someone 3 weeks out. Since you just had surgery on an area that just had surgery then you are most likely swollen and still healing. Start to baby your stomach as if it is only three weeks out. Go back to protein drinks and/or broths with protein powder added. Sip your fluids again and take no more than an ounce of broth or cream soup at a time. Now this is just my thoughts, but checking with your doctor is best. I do think your stomach is just healing again and needs tender care and time. I sure hope this helps I'm so sorry you are going thru this, have you asked your doctor?

How long ago was your second surgery? I would think you would need to restart your liquids to mushy to soft foods routine again since your stomache is healing from another surgery. If it was on your stomache? I stay upright for about 30 minutes at the least after eating or drinking anything. Can u tell me more about your second surgery? I'm 6 weeks out and just got approved for soft foods. On week 3-5 I was on mushy foods.

That is Awesomeeeee!!!!! woot woot!!

Right after surgery is definitely not the time. I have taken celexa and zoloft, those were two of the *easier* ones to come off of but effexor and pristiq and those time released ones are hard to come off... Just switch for the time you need to heal and take a substitute then u can go back. As for the weight gain I haven't had any problems, I do know going off it caused me a lot of problems. IMO I think its best to stay on them.

I can probably take it normal now, I haven't switched back as of yet. My Dr. Prescribed me 3 months of lexapro. The time release crushed is horrifying, it made my heart race, sweat, and I was so sick. I would definitely consult with your surgeon on what to take, but don't go without. I went without and was doing really bad..as soon as I started back on an anti depressant I was good.

I went a week without my prestiq too and I was miserable. I'm so thankful my Dr called in the lexapro.

I was on prestiq, same thing, I vomited every time. They called me in lexapro, its tiny and can be swallowed whole. Life saver!!!

My stomache has a very empty feeling at night, it feels like I'm hungry but its there even after I have a snack. It's really a yuck feeling to try and fall asleep with, anyone have insight to what it may be? I do take dexilant in the morning for acid stomache. Any ideas?

Thank you! I'm going to try some warm milk right now. I keep staying up way to late because my tummy feels so icky.

We have in n out in Texas now. I haven't tried it yet but there is always always a long line! Must be good Popcorn for dinner sounds fun!!

Glad everything was okay! Get some rest and fluids

*waves to everyone*

My back started hurting really bad and I had to start really drinking my water. Try to drink more water and start taking your chewable vitamins. I take flinstone complete they have it at the drug stores (walgreens, cvs) it will get better but focus on helping your body heal. Give it water and protein drinks.. I use premier chocolate ready to drink. Or add protein powder to whatever cream your eating.... This is just temporary, remember that, just give your body a chance to heal Water and protein

I had my surgery may 15th I'm ok but think ill feel better with more time, I hope. My stomach still bothers me a lot. How is everyone else?