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I have NEVER been able to do 64 oz of liquid a day even without a pouch. Im just not a drinker. I'm drinking as much as I can and making sure my urine is pretty clear which means I'm hydrated. (I know TMI) I try to do no less than 40. The PA told me that was the min. It's just hard...

Awesome!!!

Actually I really can't wear skinny jeans. I'm very heavy in the thighs and knees. I have to buy two sizes bigger to get them past my knees and then then fall down at the waist. It's not that I won't I really can't with out paying a bunch in alterations. This has been when I'm a size 8 or 18. I can't wear pencil skirts either. It's just my body type.

Good luck tomorrow!!! Prayers be with you!!! :-)

Eva! That's wonderful! Prayers for you as well :-).

It has been invaluable!!!

I was having a conversation with me bf and she had rny about two years ago. She's in a size 8 but has really skinny legs and arms. She is an apple. I am a pear. She can't comprehend I will probably never wear skinny jeans like hers. Just different body types. Eons ago I was an eight and couldn't wear them. No big deal to me but something Ill have to deal with.

I'm reading this and smiling. I had some yogurt today! It made me happy too! It's the small stuff. Happy for soft foods lol

Welcome! Yes there are tons of 'hoops' but they are all for a reason. This is a big step as you already know. :-). This is the best place!!

We are all here to help! Let us know what specific questions you may have. :-)

I'm wondering if it is where the stomach is? Mine seems more to the right though. Yes it is a deep tissue pain. It's what is keeping me on light meds now.

Miris, Breath deep it will be all over soon. You are right. It is every emotion you can imagine. You will be fine! Good luck to you!

Nice job ladies! You are all my inspiration!!

Hello all! Glad to hear we are all progressing. Today I can switch to full liquids. Scared of milk (Stephanie I'm glad you posted that and good luck at work). May try some lactose free protein today. The one I have is very thin. Glad all of you are losing!!! I'm a week from RNY but only three from my stricture surgery so I still look like a Macy's day float lol! I don't really have head hunger but I watched my hubby make turkey sandwiches yesterday like my dogs do! :-)

Sodas are no nos after bypass because of the gas and stretching your pouch. Popcorn would be really rough. Being a week post op I'm cringing lol. I would think eventually a puff kind in small amounts maybe ok. Also I found these great popcorn Special K chips. I'm about six months from them now but I will use them as a substitute if I need too.

unjury chicken Soup is a must. It's clear and pretty good. So is their strawberry blast and unflavored. Unflavored is good for any regular food you strain like soup. Popsicles are a life line!! I have g2 low cal for electrolytes. Cream of wheat (can be made very thin for liquid stage). It's nice for a change. Decaf tea. Right now I'm having lemon zinger. I bought little Pyrex "shot glasses" they are 1.44 at Walmart and are great for portion control since your pouch is wacked. Small tupperware for all the leftovers. :-).

I think mine had a form I had to sign form him to be able to make decisions while I was incapacitated.

Peachee: well said! Thoughts and prayers for your quick recovery!!

Hey guys.. I had a rough week. Two surgeries. The second was for a quickly formed stricture from a staple. Anyway, the pain, vomiting and fear of the second surgery made me do into a deep feeling. I was afraid I was being punished for vanity. Yes I said it. I did this to be healthy but there is the cry of the skinny jean too. Am I alone?

No but it's not bad idea esp if you have small children. Peace of mind..

Mine was the worst I've had in years and started two days after surgery. I was about a week early. It was pretty bad. Ugh. I can see me having another one.

Amanda, it maybe the raspberries. The seeds can be very irritating and you are not that far out. Are you ok now? I'd do liquids for a day to settle your pouch and call the dr if you are still sick. ((((Hugs)))))

Thanks guys!! I appreciate it. I just rem my dr telling my husband after surgery that I had 'perfect anatomy'. I thought wow and you just wrecked it. Yes I did this for health and a better life with my hubby but I also did this for my mental state and some looks. :-). We are all worth looking better and feeling better about ourselves.

Also, some people needs a few carbs in their diet it seems to help. :-). Hope you feel better.