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Ok! Thanks! That makes sense! I just worry about sabotaging myself already!!

I was also wondering what everyone's hunger has been like? I have noticed myself getting hungry after about the first 2 weeks post-op but today is my first day back at work and I had 1/2 c. cottage cheese for breakfast at noon (work 2nd shift) and now I feel hungry again. I am a stress eater, so wondering if I am actually hungry or just stressed and experiencing head hunger from being here at work. Any thoughts?

Well, I mix 1/2 plain Greek yogurt with 1/2 flavored (lowers the sugar level to acceptable limit), and eat off that a few times or I would just get light and fit and have that. Both of those would not be good for lactose intolerance though. I don't know of any yogurt that would. Maybe you could ask your Doc about taking Lactaid to see if that helps? You would prob have to crush it, but all the dairy products really saved me when it came to getting in any protein or nutrients, so might be worth it.

Hi! I've already had my surgery on 12/13/12, but there are a wealth of people, info, and support on here, it helps me tremendously!! That being said, there are threads for people who have their surgery scheduled and I think ones for people who are just starting the journey, if you look around. That being said, if you want, friend me. I'll help you in any way I can! Oh, I'm 33 y/o by the way and am in PA.

Hey, looking over my food diary/notes, I was the exact same way a week post-op. My pouch seemed very sensitive to different textures and I could NOT take the taste or smell of any shakes at all, to the point of gagging. My nut told me to focus on fluids that didn't upset my stomach and not worry so much about getting all the protein everyday. I think that week was the hardest for me. I tried everything! I seemed to eat a lot of yogurt then, so maybe try that for a few days? It really does get better I promise!! I think near the end of my second week I started to feel less "pukey". Lol. Hang in there!!

Oh, ok. This would be my first since surgery too. And did you get breakouts before with your period? Mine are always these little tiny zits in patches if I get them. I rarely get one or two large ones anymore. I have that spot treatment that I will put on my breakouts for about 3 days or so and it seems to clear them up for me. Lemme look and see what it is I have exactly.

I was wondering too if anyone has had any issues with their periods either not coming or seeming to take it's good old time? I have had symptoms of my period coming for about 2 weeks now, cramps and all, but no dice. Anyone else's cycle change or get funky?

I'm not having any problems with it, but I bet it's just due to the hormonal changes that come with losing weight so quickly. Not that that helps cause I HATE breakouts! But maybe an answer at least....

Awwwe!! That is soo sweet! Congratulations!! I wish both of you a long, happy marriage!

Wow!! You look like a completely different person!! Handsome too!! You single?!? LOL!

And soo glad those of you with some complications are getting answers and are on the road to recovery!! We've all been praying for you!! I have been doing pretty well, except my period is due but is not coming, just cramps, which along with my goofy new tummy is slightly uncomfortable! But, considering what some of you have been through, I'm not complaining! I cannot wait to have my diet advanced on Tuesday. I'm still struggling to get all my protein in cause I HATE the shakes and we can't really eat a whole lot that is really high in protein. I'm also starting to taste the Unjury...ugghh! And the protein shots are nasty to me too, so....yeah!! Come on Tuesday! It was also nice to read that some of you are also having cravings for other foods. I smelled pizza the other day and my mouth started watering! Lol. You can purée pizza, right? Anyways, glad everyone seems to be healing and doing well. This forum is a life saver, such a great support! Have a nice Saturday all!

Prayers for you Lisa! Glad you are getting the egd done and hopefully that will answer/resolve your issues.

Darnit!! Wish we could all go! I could use some retail therapy!

Ommmgg!! I'm sure I'm not alone when I say I am SOooo happy to hear from you!! Please take care and get better soon. You are part of my prayers everyday!! Keep your head up!! Things will get better!!

LOL!

Ohh!! Yay for you!!