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hi NewMrsSmith - at two weeks out I was having melon with my yogurt. Of course it was small small amounts but I liked honeydew, cantaloupe and watermelon with my yogurt. Really yummy combo for me.

My doc said to start I can use Tums until I find one I like. So I keep trying different kinds - but right now, I agree. Most are chalky. Waiting for others to chime in.

hi!!! I am six weeks post op - and my period was last week. I swear.... my entire uterus came out during my period ( I know TMI). I honest have not bleed that much since I misscarried over 10 years ago. WOW!!! And the cramps - were so bad. According to my surgeon, the periods are a mystery after surgery. So anything can go. Here is what I did.... When the cramping was bad (and yes, I wanted to wrap myself in a ball and die) - I got up and walked around. This really helped - sure at first it sucked but it did let up after a few minutes of walking. Night time was the worst - so I just went up and down the stairs when I woke up. And this first period was 9 days - can you say - kill me now!!!

I had the same issue - 400 ish calories during liquid phase. My NUT stressed - Protein. If I get my protein numbers she did not really care about the calories. My target for protein was 65 - 80 g. Usually two Pure Protein shakes and I was done for the day. During soft food phase was another story. I was getting my calories but not my protein. So I had to really pay attention to my soft foods in order to meet my protein. My solution - I still (6 weeks out) have a Protein shake each day.

Hi - I am 6 weeks post op now and I use sugar free mints to help with my crazy bad breathe. I find the mild flavored ones are fine - but the strong ones like Altoids make me nauseous. I am staying away form gum - just in case I swallow it.

hi!! I too am a Marche. Surgery Weight: 330 Current Weight: 291 Concerns: I still cannot understand my crazy breathe. I know its the keytones but others in my support group do not have this problem. And I am getting heartburn again - oh well. Prilosec here I come again. My first period was really BAD - wishing next month is not too bad. And I am really sad - when I go to restaurants. I really miss eating food but I am getting better with this. Joys: All my clothes are too big. Love it!! Have not gone shopping yet but will soon. Exercise: Pilates every morning - trainer on Saturday. Mob-Friday every night - elliptical or bike for 40 min. Getting faster each week at the gym. Weekedn - try for a 2-5 mile walk or hike.