JodieC

Thanks for all the replys everyone! Olivia I definitely think you're right.. I need to up my calories. Hopefully when I start mushies in a few days it will jumpstart things again.

How long to plateaus last? I'm 17 days out from surgery and the scale hasn't budged at all this week. I'm down 30lbs, 16 from surgery. Logically I know that it will eventually move again because I'm hardly taking in any calories. I think my body may be in freak out mode. I've been doing a protein shake for breakfast and soup for lunch and dinner. I've been walking and drinking a lot of water as well. For those that have hit plateaus, how long did it last? What seemed to get you through it? I'm trying not to get frustrated. Thanks for your help!

Mine was waaaay late! I think all the changes our bodies are going through must have something to do with it.

Hey Olivia! We talked with Dr. So and he said that we can have anything that fits through a straw.

I'm nearing one week post op and feel like a walking zombie today. The dr. said I could have drinkable yougurt today, but I still feel so lethargic. I can start protein shakes tomorrow, so I'm hoping that will help. Am I the only one that wonders if this will all be worth it? Fat and happy seems like a good choice right now, but my judgement is questionable at this point. Is anyone else having difficulty sleeping? Ugh. This is quite the debbie downer post. I returned to work today and it was ok. Someone please tell me that this gets better. On a lighter note, I am down 22lbs!

I'm doing so much better! We got home yesterday. My dad had zero problems, but my mom and I had quite a bit of puking. My mom was still pretty sick today, but finally stopped puking this afternoon. I'm so glad it's over! How has your post op diet been going? I tried the Protein Water but it feels like it gets stuck half way down. So far it's been mainly water and Vitamin water zero. I've tried chicken and beef broth but I'm just not a fan. How many more days until you're on full liquids?

Bit bad = not bad

Ok I made it! Feeling pretty good. A little nausea but bit bad. So far I've only taken small sips of water, but I would really love a littl apple juice over ice. My mom and I slept next to each other last night and my dad is down the hall in a romm. Everyone seems to be doing well.

Thank Genepha! Wow I can't believe that you're down 20lbs in 10 days! That's awesome! I'm still waiting - they just took my dad back. It feels like a looooong day, but I think it's mainly because we aren't allowed any liquids.

I saw Olivia today and I think she's flying home tomorrow.

Thanks guys! I'm just waiting now. I finished with the bloodwork and EKG, so now it's just waiting. My parents are also having the plication today. I'll keep you posted!

My surgery date is tomorrow, Feb. 17th! I'm excited about it, and praying that everything goes well. Hmm, it's almost midnight and I should be sleeping but I can't!

Olivia I hope things went well today! I've been thinking about you today and hope you're doing well. I'm freaking miserable today!! This all liquid diet is killing me. I've been doing the two protien drinks and a healthy choice steamer for the pasts 10 or so days prior to today. Thank goodness I just have a few more days.

Genepha thank you so much for the tips! I will definitely pack all those things. I'm getting so excited!

Woohoo! I'll be thinking about you tomorrow Olivia! Hopefully I'll be able to meet you We are coming in on Thursday morning.