Lainey3074

Why do you feel the need to tell him? "Diet and exercise" is my go-to answer!

How awesome is that!!!!!! I am doing good but it sounds like you are doing great!!! Keep us informed! Let's take this journey together!!!

I sincerely appreciate the advice. The meal plan for this stage from my NUT includes soft, juicy meats (chicken salad, egg salad, juicy lean meats, moist fish, etc.). I don't know how things are going to go from meal to meal. Last night, I had baked Swai and it went down fine. I had the exact same fish for lunch and it wasn't so good. It's all definitely a learning experience!

Ok....it may not be the chicken....it's probably my swollen tummy. I'll give it a couple weeks then try the chicken again.

HW: 267 SW: 245 (12/18 ) CW: 223 22lbs since surgery 40lbs total since May!!!

AWESOME!!!!!

After getting sick time after time, I now realize that I can't eat chicken! Can't imagine my life without chicken but that's the way it's gonna be! But, I am down 22lbs post-op and 40lbs overall!!!

CONGRATS!!! See you on the other side soon!!!!

Semply, I went through the same discomfort where anything other than saliva hurt going down and it caused me not to want to swallow anything. But it definitely gets better. I'm 2 1/2 weeks and doing much better!

I pressed past it knowing that God opened this door for me. I believe that if He brings you to it....He'll bring you through it!!! When they wheeled me into the OR, I was crying tears of fear but I also told God that I trust Him!!!

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!! Your message from God, "And again I say unto you that if thy right hand offends thee cut it off" just hit me like a TON OF BRICKS!!!!! Thank You Lord for revelation!!!!! MY GOD IS AWESOME!!!!! Thank you Sandy!!! That blessed my socks off!!! I'm 2 1/2 weeks post-op. I just wanted to know how everything is going for everyone since the original post in 2009? BLESSINGS TO YOU ALL!!!

Hi all, I, too, am a believer!!! I am 2 1/2 weeks post-op. Not looking to mentor as I am still in the infancy stage but I'm always looking to meet new friends. Are you all on. MFP? If so, friend me....elainejohnson3074@gmail.com! Praying for you!!

You can do it. It is definitely not going to be easy but if I did it, ANYBODY can!!! One day at a time.

Elainejohnson3074@gmail.com.....send me a request on MFP!

Elainejohnson3074@gmail.com.....send me a request!

THIS IS BANANAS!!!!! If a person feeds an addiction, they'll eventually want more! When chewing and spitting no longer satisfies, then what?!?!?! Weight gain is inevitable!!!!

Hi butterfly....HNY!!!! I was sleeved on the 18th. I've been eating soft foods since yesterday. It doesn't hurt when I swallow but it will hurt if you don't chew good and eat a little at a time. Make sure you follow your NUTs plan as many plans differ.

Also....creamy soups with chunks strained or blended....can't go wrong!

JUST had egg drop soup. I took in about 75% of the broth and if tiny shards of egg made it onto my spoons I looked away! It was SO GOOD!!!!

CONGRATS!!!!! It will ALL be better soon. Just hang in there and take it easy.

I had one on the 24th. Then, I was 7 days out. It was a nice treat but I was only able to handle about 1/2 in 2hrs. I'll certainly go again.....maybe tomorrow!

Me too!!!!

DC Born, I am in the middle of my 2-week post op diet, which is a struggle as well. But hand in there....we can do this! Question...you are DC born....are you still in the same area? If so, which hospital?

Ree, I was sleeved on the 18th as well. Once I made it home on the 19th, I laid in the bed until last night. I had no desire to walk or move but once I had some Tylenol, I was able to get up and take a shower. Tylenol has been very helpful with the pain. I alternate between the Tylenol and Percocet. I was able to get out a bit today with my husband. I came home and took a nap. I plan to go out for a spell again tomorrow. Not overdoing it though.

Thicvick, you'll do fine! I'm not going to lie and say its easy because it isn't! But I will say you will do fine! I'm at day 3. I got up, dressed and headed out with hubby. I even made the bed! After his appointment, we're gonna run by Target and Redbox and it's back to bed for me. You have to take it easy!