MIMamaof2

My surgeon and NUT encourage sipping through meals. They feel it helps the foods go down better when you're newly sleeved and it helps you meet your Fluid requirements. Years ago (Dh had RNY in 2005) the same surgeon said no drinking 30 minutes prior and 30 minutes after.

I've been stalled. The scale isn't budging but my clothes are getting looser every day. I refuse to check the scale for a couple of days because I was so discouraged. Good luck!

I am 4 weeks post op and use Bariatric fusion. They come in multiple flavors. Dh prefers cherry and I prefer Wild berry or strawberry. I buy them at my surgeon's office. http://www.bariatricchoice.com/bariatric-fusion-bariatric-vitamins-172.html

I stalled at 3 weeks

1. How long was your 'clear' liquid stage? 1 day pre-op and 2 days post-op 2. How long was your liquid stage? 2 weeks pre-op and 3 weeks post-op 3. How long was your 'smooth/mushy' stage? NA 4. How soon did you transition to 'regular/normal eating? Soft Proteins 3-8 weeks post-op then transitioning to harder proteins, fruits and veggies from 8 weeks to 6 months. 5. What was your SW? 313 before 2 weeks of liquids pre-op 300 at surgery 6. How much had you lost at 1 month? 35 lbs the last I checked (4 weeks tomorrow)

I'm 2/18 and have found that I have to eat slowly and chew thoroughly. The worst I've had is just a bad stomach ache.

Ensure Protein. I've resorted to these because I am lactose intolerant post op.

I am 3 weeks out and incision hurts if I over do it.

I would caution you against straws. My surgeon says no straws for 8 weeks.

I just placed an order. He wanted to try Peanut Butter chocolate. I also ordered some Quest bars. If he doesn't like them, I can start eating them in a month. thanks for the tips.

I asked my dh (also a bariatric patient) why the heck I did this to myself quite often the first few days. It's getting easier. I was so excited to start soft proteins! ALso, I found I was lactose intolerant after surgery. I could tolerate the Protein juices and Ensure Protein shakes. My surgeon suggested I use a Whey Isolate Protein powder and decide between Soy (which is not good for thyroid issues) or Almond. I went with Almond until my brother suggested Lactaid Milk. I now use that for the extra protein. It does get better! Good luck on your journey!

I am so glad you mentioned the big incision on the left! I'm also 3 weeks out and my dh cannot believe mine still hurts. Bad sometimes! I've resorted to taking pain meds when it acts up. Walking the dog a mile today mine started to hurt!

Feb 18th Just starting soft Proteins and caught a tummy bug on day 2. I think it set me back because I could only tolerate liquids for 2 days. I haven't found anything I can't eat but cottage cheese sets very hard. Loving cheese sticks!! I love Bariatric fusion Vitamins. They have everything I need in 4 chewable tablets a day. I have been walking. I walked the dog just over a mile today. I do have one incision that still hurts. Does anyone else find this? My fat jeans hang on me and I went to a smaller pair in my closet and today I noticed that they are loose!

My Dh has been looking for a good Protein bar. I'm only 3 1/2 weeks post-op but he's 11 weeks.