Joni

Kellie - yesterday I thought I was so cool, I had energy and was making plans for a walking program and all that. Today, I'm exhausted. I made it to the corner and came back with a stomachache. I've had diarrhea and been laying around with a heating pad on my tummy. The chicken broth I've been loving made me sick. I've got to get down 2 more protein drinks today, but mostly I've been sipping water. I also had a little cream of wheat, like 4 bites. I'm full today with an empty stomach. Hope tomorrow is better.

Congrats Jimmy and all other April sleevers!! We did it - Yea! 8 days postop here and doing good - diarrhea today and feel full with nothing in there

yep, it took me a week to go. Surgeon was not concerned. Advised me to take stool softeners every day, and on day 6 told me to take a laxative like Milk of Magnesia. I did, and the next day I had a bm. Don't think you need Gasx when you don't have any gas!!!

Yes, thank you. That list will come in handy.

kellie - I'm not at soft yet cuz pureed is going to come first next week. I'll just take regular food and blend the hell out of it so It's a liquidy consistency. Even though that will look gross, I bet it will taste good. Have you guys heard of "the world according to eggface?" I got the tip here somewhere and visited her website. She had WLS years ago and has tons of recipes for us. She has a section on pureed foods that looks really good. I'll be using some for her recipes for sure.

tj mom - good luck to you and congrats! newhope - I'm rooting for you!!

I agree with dogmom, you're an inspiration. Congrats on the soft foods. I plan to stick with doctors orders mostly, but if I sneak something a little more solid here and there, I really don't think it will hurt. Notime, the juice from fruit mixed with plain high protein yogurt sounds AWESOME. I am definitely going to try that. Thanks for the tips. Let's definitely keep in touch. It looks like the 3 of us and Kellie are the only ones really communicating here, but as long as you're willing, I definitely want to - after all, we are SAME DAY SISTER SLEEVERS!

Pookey is that refrigerated? where do you get it?

Great news! congratulations on your nice surprise.

You, dear Forensikchic, are an inspiration to sooo many of us! I appreciate you and your input. I am 1-week postop and practically live on this website right now. I too am a stress and boredom eater, and will need to find new HEALTHY outlets for these feelings. Hope you stay around here forever!! Thanks

Good idea cuz I'm 1 week postop and I feel the same. I'm going to try the SF candiies. Thanks so much!

beef broth too. and SF jello.

Maybe you're lactose intolerant now? there is lactaid milk in stores. also, there are pills you can take. Might be worth a try then you can continue with the Protein powder you like. I also like Syntrax nectar. There are a lot of flavors and you can mix them with Water. I found the strawberry kiwi good and am waiting on my order to be delivered. If the flavor is a little strong on any of them, you can always add more water. There is a sample pack you can order for 13.00 that has all the flavors included.

Well, made it through the first week! Bored with allowed foods now. Getting tired of protein drinks. One more week until pureed - don't know if I can stand it but almost don't care either cuz I'm really not hungry, I just want "something good." From reading,it sounds like I'll just get over it and learn to eat not for enjoyment anymore. Feel a little sad about that. Oh well...

yes, absolutely you can have the broth after you strain the pieces out. That is then considered a clear liquid.

oops - I just saw your pic - so I meant brother not sister!!

I totally agree with the others. I would be much more inclined to work with you than some skinny minny who's been that way all their life...lol!! Your experience, history, and journey will be such as asset as a trainer. Wish you lived close to me sister!! Good luck, I bet you'll be the best of the best!

Anything can be pureed if you can blenderize it to a thin consistency. So the chicken can be pureed as well as the spaghetti, although that sure would be a lot of carbs so soon after surgery. I was sleeved on Mon 4/23 and will be on full liquids another week before puree phase. As we know though, surgeons are soooo different in what they require us to do or not do....... keep on workin' it!

Okay people - How about checking in and telling everyone what's going on right now? I'm feeling a little stronger each day (I think ), but am tired. I'm not doing much at all except for walking. Otherwise, I am in my recliner watching TV and playing on the computer. I'll be off work for this week still. I find myself thinking about food a lot even though I am not hungry, especially pizza. Don't see my surgeon until the 15th. I basically feel good except for the spasms I get, and soreness. Is anyone back to work? How's eating? Are you getting a lot of rest? Please tell me what's happening!! Hugs to all. Joni

First, my heart goes out to you for all the pain you've endured. I am newly sleeved (4/23). I congratulate you on making this decision and taking charge of your life. You're right, you need to get healthy and play/run with your kids. You've come to the right place on this forum -you'll find so much support and caring here. Good luck on your journey.

My sister told me this - if you don't let others do favors for you or ask others for help, it really is wrong. When we allow others to help, we are helping them. They are then able to give freely, making themselves better individuals. We are all here to do for others, love each other, care for each other. Why should you not allow those in your life who care about you to show it? Maybe you don't feel you truly deserve it? Well, YOU do, as we all do. I think once you allow others to help, it might get easier. You will feel better, and those that are helping you will feel great for having done so. Bite the bullet, and let others do for you. Good Luck. Hugs to you.

doreykin - what exactly is the chicken broth you're getting at Sam's? Thanks

Sleeved 4/23 -and I'm taking in 3 (8 ounce) Protein Shakes a day for a total of at least 68 gm protein, homemade chicken broth, carb master yogurt, thinned cr of wheat, thinned mashed potatoes, and Water. I can eat 6 to 8 ounces of broth or a 6 oz yogurt at one time. cr of wheat or potatoes are about 1/4 cup. I spread all of this out from 10a to 1a. Yesterday I took a teeny bite of a roasted potato, chewed it, and spit it out. Then I had a teeny piece of chicken and chewed it to nothing. My daughter had brought food home from a party and I couldn't resist. Just that little teeny bit was satisfying, so it worked for me. I totally understand licking the food!

I use a whole chicken and sometimes a package of wings too, water to just about cover the chicken, couple carrots, couple celery stalks with leaves, one onion, 6 peppercorns, about a teaspoon of salt - let that come to a boil then turn down to simmer for a few hours. Strain the soup, put in frig overnight. Skim fat off top that has solidified during the night. Makes a wonderful soothing broth. Oh, I also sometimes use 15 to 32 oz of canned chicken broth to make more, and if adding at the beginning it loses the can taste completely.

Oh no, you're definitely not alone. Unjury Chocolate Splendor which I HAD thought tasted just like chocolate milk, today suddenly tasted like chalk. Beef broth also tasted wonderful 2 days ago, not so good today...... I ordered some Syntrax Nectar Strawberry Kiwi and Protein To Go french vanilla latte shots which should be here Tuesday, I'm hoping those will taste okay.