SunshyneRN

I went back 21 days after surgery to a busy ER as well. The first week was a but difficult. I had some pain after eating but I know I ate too fast. I was careful with my lifting. The following week I was ready to go!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Alisha if you look at your numbers you have lost 30 lbs in less than a month. I think you're doing amazing!!!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

They have chili that comes with no Beans, you have have lentil Soup (if u like lentil), egg drop soup, also go to website "the world according to eggface" and try her ricotta bake and cheese cauliflower since you like cheese - these r delicious Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was told no Centrum vitamints but they do have centrum adult chewable they r not bad they have an orange flavor - Calcium I use viactiv chews which are delicious - I have chewable Vitamin D in chocolate flavor and B vitamin in chewable- I have not had any problem with nausea - hope this helps Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Yes there is I found it on the shelf in CVS - it was 500mg for 15ml so it worked out post surgery Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I made the ricotta bake, eggplant lasagna, and cheese cauliflower from the egghead website and they are ALL delicious. But how much is a portion size? Should I just eat 1-2 ounces by weight of anything? How can u figure the Protein, calories ... to keep track of? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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I am starting the puréed stage today. I read other suggestions but I need some clarification please. If u make the eggplant parm do u purée the eggplant before u cook it or when it's done just purée a serving size? I wasn't given any recipes from my NUT just a list of foods we could eat. I need some help getting creative please. I saw the egg face recommendation and that was really great. Anyone else have suggestions or recipes? We should make a book together. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thank you everyone for being so kind and giving me recommendations- it has been a BIG help Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I slept on my belly with my leg up on a pillow to ease the pressure but for me the pressure against my stomach helped me. The pain does get worse when full anesthesia wears off Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

The same is happening for me. Protein shakes 2 oz every 20 min hurts. Yogurt and pudding hurt me too. I tried 1oz of Protein shake every 10 min and put another 1 oz of a different liquid in between- this helped a bit but not great - just take smaller sips and take ur time drinking Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was not prepared but talking to a friend who had a gastric bypass helped a great deal - I only found this site post surgery - I wish I knew about this site pre-op - so keep reading Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm 5 days out and all I want is a bacon cheeseburger- I'm on all liquids and even that hurts at times - the smells from July 4th BBQs were just too much Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am 5 days post-op gastric sleeve. I have such mixed feelings. I have been overweight for the past 15 years. I have been suffering from depression for the past 25 yrs. I am on meds but seem to depend on sweets to raise my spirits. Of course the sugar rush goes so I eat more... I was put on zyprexa and ALL of my levels were elevated. I became diabetic, hypertensive and gained 30 lbs. I came off the zyprexa but had to stay on meds for cholesterol, blood pressure, diabetes, and depression. I did lose the 30lbs. I have a niece that I love dearly. She means the world to me and what kind of example am I setting? I'm successful in my career but I'm 46 and weigh 221. Im always tired and ashamed of myself. I don't have many friends and I fear being around people who don't know me. I don't want to be known as "The girl who has such a pretty face but she should lose some weight." So I hide. I am hardly ever invited to go anywhere by my peers and it really hurts. I think I might give off the vibe that I don't want to go out. But reality is we all just want to be loved. My first fiancée just didn't work out after 9 years - he found drugs and alcohol to be more important. My 2nd fiancée cheated on me and had a child with another woman. The last one put me over the edge and I gained weight. I figure if I'm fat I won't be attractive and I won't be able to get my feelings hurt again. So I hide. I think I put forward the I'm not available vibe for plenty of people larger than me have someone in their life. I just do everything in my power to avoid being hurt again. I decided to have the surgery and went full steam ahead. I just hope I made the right decision. I hope I can handle it. Anyone have words of wisdom? Thanks Beth Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Jenn and Aussie I don't know how to say thank you (guess I just did) for ur kind words and understanding. I know it's early and there will be ups/downs but thanks SO much for sharing ur story. U totally get what I was trying to say. Much love Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I too take anti-depressants and have been struggling. At times I cry and other times I'm angry. It does get better a bit each day. I find if I go for a walk or keep busy it's better. I live near a lake and find the water and fresh air comforting. I hope you feel better

I think you may have misread my intentions. I am struggling with my decision to have the surgery. But it's done. I'm not looking for help/guidance for my depression or self esteem issues. I have been dealing with those issues most of my life and do have help. I'm not expecting the GSV to solve any of my mental issues just in hope of helping with the hypertension and BP. Of course being able to buy regular size clothes wouldn't hurt either. What I was saying was that I regret having to have this surgery and am disappointed that I wasn't successful previously. Many overweight people use food as a comfort for many reasons. I was not prepared for the post-op pain or pain with drinking such a small amt. I get cramps with such a small sip. I also feel pressure like I need to burp but can't get it out. I take omeprazole and have been using gaviscon but the relief has not been great. I turned to this website for guidance and support. My support system is rather small and I felt this might be a safe place to express myself. I hope you understand that I'm not looking for a "Hey all my life's problems have been solved!" Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am someone who suffers from depression and I was so mad at myself and full of regret the night after surgery. I feel how could I have let it get to this? I really need surgery to feel better? This just sucks I'm going to miss food it was my comfort Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am 5 days post-op and I have to crush my meds as well. I am having a difficult time for they are very bitter and make me nauseous. I try to mask the taste in FF pudding but liquid is the way to go. Best wishes. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App