Bert_n_ernie

Ok, I'm in the process of passing a kidney stone. Any recommendations or advice on how I can avoid them in the future. This is the 2nd one I've passed in my life. The first one was a week after I gave birth to my twins so it was no surprise when I learned I had one. This one though, I have no clue what caused it. I've never been diabetic or had other kidney problems. I'm staying well hydrated. New Life Started 07/24/12

They were calcium related. Both times I've passed them I have been on a calcium supplement. I also eat a lot of cheese & yogurt. I had to back off on the calcium. New Life Started 07/24/12

I'm about to go add all of you. My mfp username is lulupossum New Life Started 07/24/12

What's your mfp username so I can add you? New Life Started 07/24/12

I take effexor capsules every day. My surgeon told me to just open the capsule & swallow the granules. My capsule is pretty big tho. New Life Started 07/24/12

Hope you feel better soon. New Life Started 07/24/12

When I called later & learned he had passed I quit then & there. New Life Started 07/24/12

I have become the same way lol. I love that Cookies, cakes etc... Have lost their power over me. Now I just have to tackle the holiday season. I've always been told I should open a bakery or confections shop. I do it all, cakes, cookies, pies, crumbles, crisps, pumpkin rolls, jelly rolls, red velvet rolls. Well, now... Everyone is requesting they're annual favorites & baking is not something I have done since my surgery. It's a labor of love. I love baking, I love the taste of the things I bake. I'm afraid of ruining everything. New Life Started 07/24/12

I had all of those comments as well. I didn't let them get to me. My grandmother has always been my biggest nay sayer. She used to get a kick out of telling people I was a gentle giant. She tried her damndest to talk me out of it. Then I dealt with my vain twig sister, she makes digs at me & my other sisters who also have weight problems. She revels in us being overweight. When I was skinnier than her as a teenager she used to call me lard butt & pizza face. She cannot stand other people being thin because it will take the attention off of her. She's 6 ft 165 lbs and constantly talks about how fat she is. So, basically what I'm getting at is, people like this can't stand to see you succeed. So, go forward, rock the new you, & finally shut the nay sayers up. There's always going to be negative people in life, don't let them stop you. I also had a few people tell me "i know this person that regrets having it" I've never met a regretful bypass veteran & I guarantee I know more of them than they do. If you do get to feeling down, log on here & we'll pick you right back up. New Life Started 07/24/12

I'm all teary eyed now. Definitely makes me motivated. New Life Started 07/24/12

I don't work right now but I would keep a glass of Water on ice on my med cart and drink between each patient. Idk if you have a med cart or not. As for the Vitamins, take them before you go to sleep. Your body absorbs them better while you are sleeping because your peristalsis is slower. New Life Started 07/24/12

I'm having the same problems. I tried protection supplements but so far they all make me dump. New Life Started 07/24/12

I just downloaded it and need some buds. Add me please lulupossum New Life Started 07/24/12

I talked to Dr. & he cut my Calcium down . New Life Started 07/24/12

Although... On second thought I could go run a marathon & tell myself the clapping is my fans cheering me on. Bahahaha! Sorry, I had to get that out of my system. Thanks for the recommendations. New Life Started 07/24/12

Of shame. I went running with my sister and heard what sounded like clapping. Yeah.... It was my boobs slapping together. I'm so embarrrassed, I need a new bra, and fast! Any recommendations on good ones? Now that I'm skinny enough not to shop at Lane Bryant, I don't ever wanna go there again. Lol New Life Started 07/24/12

Lately I have been feeling down. In 2 months I have only lost 45 lbs. I thought it would be more. I thought I would lose faster. I am trying to get the stupid Protein in but I can't hold anything down. Freakin chips & dip goes down great, I learned that with tortilla strips and guacamole. Greeaaat, right. Why can I get that down fine but not a Protein Drink? I've tried so many different brands. Then dealing with a hell of a kidney stone. I still have 100 lbs to lose, I just don't want to lose ky muscle tone in the process and if I can't get the protein that's what's gonna happen. I have a lot more energy than I did a month ago. I still firmly stand by my decision to have the surgery. I love having the energy to climb rock hills and do cart wheels. I actually went down a slide and swung on a swingset. My kids were so excited, I was playing with them not just watching them. Sorry for rambling. New Life Started 07/24/12

Ok, I'm lactose intolerant. Someone please help me find a brand of Protein supplement that is not milk (whey) based. Thanks New Life Started 07/24/12

*soda lol, attack of the big thumb New Life Started 07/24/12

I hadn't even planned to drink Sosa ever again. I was out with my kids & was dieing of thirst. My dad had a drink on ice & handed it to me. I drank it not even asking what it was. It tasted sooooo good I drank more than I should have. I didn't dump either which I wish I had because then the temptation would be eliminated. New Life Started 07/24/12