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I was on liquids only for 1month. Now I am on soft foods for 6 weeks, meaning all my food has to be puréed. My Dr is pretty strict and that's ok by me. I will be 5 weeks out on Wednesday. I can only eat 2 oz at a time. My first day when I was so worried about my stomach I guess I didn't purée long enough plus I tried to get closer to 3 oz. just had to learn my limits. I definitely cannot have any veggies for now and won't be able to have fruit until I lose my weight. I have to really work at getting my protein plus water because of the 30 minute rule. I set a timer usually so I remember. So glad I did this! My energy level is higher than it has been for years!

Sounds like your in a good place. I have to stop at 2oz. We made baked beans today. They went down easy and tasted so good. My taste is really different now. I tried some sugar free pudding but hated it. It was my favorite flavor! I even took down some recipes today for pizza made with veggies for crust, and I always hated veggies. I can't have veggies yet but I have an idea I might like them.

I tried 2oz ground chicken moistened with a tbsp lemon sauce. I ate about half and now I'm too full and uncomfortable again. I wonder if it's just too soon for my stomach to digest meat. I can eat about 2/3 of 1 egg with 1oz cheese without making my stomach hurt. Guess it would be better to go back to some liquid protein. I tried cottage cheese for lunch and just 1 oz was enough, I was full. Definitely not getting enough protein at this rate.

Biggest shocker - I was at the VA with my husband. The bathroom had a full length mirror on the back of the door. I didn't recognize myself. Pants baggy, sagging everywhere and my shirt falling off my shoulders. I was so embarrassed to realize I looked that way! I had a play to attend that evening so I took a chance on JCPenny and actually found a nice pair of fitting slacks! First time I had shipped successfully in a retail store and not there largest size either! Shopped in my closet for a better fitting blouse and jacket. I felt like a new person that night. A great outcome from a most embarrassing moment.

I just started soft proteins yesterday. 1 egg with 1oz cheese was a little too much at one time. Hubby thought I should get more protein so measured out 3oz deli beef for lunch. Didn't eat it all and am still feeling stuffed. I don't think I will vomit, but my stomach actually hurts. Is 2oz at a time a more realistic goal? I am not eating any carbs.

My first night home, one day after surgery, I thought it would never stop. And, what a mess every time. It took a few days, but one I got the 30 minute rule down pat, drinking my shakes slowly and not counting my 30 minutes until I drank it all, I was better. I am only able to handle 4 oz of protein 3x per day. I spent most of my time the first two weeks trying to change that with no success. My Dr said it was fine though and just stopping the experiments helped. Wednesday will be my 4 week anniversary and I am hoping to get switched to soft foods. I am hoping that will have an impact on my urgent stools too. I walked for ten minutes today and couldn't wait as soon as I hit the door. For now I just try to remember the rules and carry Imodium, gasX and a spare set of clothes for just in case. The clothes I haven't needed yet!

Oh I hope you can find at least 1 friend to share this with. I was so happy to have my son to run to the store for me the first night when I needed fiber and Imodium like right now! I am not driving yet and that night I had taken pain meds too. Just sharing the little things like how awful my liquid meds taste makes me feel better. You can post to me for on line support too. Good luck.

Hi everyone! I am almost one week out of surgery and doing absolutely great. I mentioned that I had had surgery to my dad finally. He didn't even ask what for. However my phone rang within minutes-he called my sister immediately and asked her to find out about it. I knew he would. She was surprised to say the least but couldn't halt my enthusiasm. I told her it wasn't a 'secret', I just wanted it to be all about me. In the end she turned out to be supportive. I got a text within a minute of the call. She was already on the phone with my other sister sharing the news. They dont realize how uncomfortable, unhappy and embarrassed I was all the time. I now have two new supporters - but I know I made the right decision before the surgery. I hope all of you who are still in the waiting stage have great luck with your surgery and that you feel as happy as I do right now! Thanks for all your support while I was waiting too!

My surgery is coming up on Wednesday! Only 2 more days. I have chosen to tell very few people, my 3 adult sons, my husband, and one close friend. I am so ready for this, but am also sure I don't want negativity in my life right now. I will be talking to my 98 year old dad tomorrow and want to tell him, but won't. He is half way across the country and so are my 2 sisters - whom he would tell for sure. They would not be supportive. My sister had a chance to do this several years ago and was talked out it by my mom and other sister I'm sure. They never had to struggle with weight and I can I can still feel the silence that followed my positive reaction to her news. Still feels bad and sad. Anyway, thanks for starting this thread. I needed to vent I guess. I am so ready. Good luck to all of you!

Pre op visit done. Surgery set for the 11th and I can't wait. It's real now for sure. My small victory of the day: they were able to pull the shelf down completely on the front of the lab chair so I could rest my arm normally!!!

Tried canned broth but it tastes greasy or fatty. It's the low fat kind. I need something not so sweet.

November 11th is the date. I find that my broth tastes greasy, even the low fat kind. Not having any trouble getting liquids but want something not quite so sweet. Any suggestions?

Congratulations. Am hoping my results are as successful.

BMI. 54. No wonder I am so unhappy with myself. Surgery date Nov 11. Diet has been going great, except for that LAST piece of Pecan pie last night. I just wanted to taste it one more time. Anyone else have a craving for one last taste? Liquid diet starts Wednesday and I am still tracking every day.

My feedback form would be so hot they couldn't touch it! No way would I let this go. My surgery s coming up Nov 11. I will use your story to help me be strong.

Just got a date today! November 11th. I am excited and nervous at the same time. I have only shared my journey with my husband, 3 sons and one friend; none of whom 'get'it. I haven't really used this forum before today and today I need all of you. Good luck on your journey. I know we can do this together!