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Hi TXJess, I hope your doing ok. I haven't had a good day at all #feelingsorryformyself Like you, I'm not missing food but when the day has rushed by I feel somewhere that I'm hungry and it's then I realise that I haven't eaten all day! Trouble is today I feel so weak, I had 330 calories so tonight made myself 2 high Protein weetabix with milk and after a few spoonfuls started feel very sick and unwell! The only thing I like and seem to tolerate is soup and baby food! Sent from iPad in the UK

Sounds like your doing really well. How much Protein are you having each day now? Sent from iPad in the UK

I'm in the uk too myfanwymoi & I also self funded. Which company did you use? Sent from iPad in the UK

Hi, just seen your post. I had my gastric bypass on 13th December. All ok-I'm getting there! Definitely stronger each day. Taking my soluble Vitamins & medication to prevent ulcers have been difficult & trying to remember that the Calcium & Iron is twice a day. Constipation has been a pain but since taking lactulose daily has helped! I'm still on puréed food which I'm not enjoying very much; although I don't really get hungry. I keep a Water bottle with to remind me to keep my fluids up...sip, sip, sip but not with food or 30 mins before or after food. I have 2 Protein shakes a day, half a tin of Soup at lunchtime & then a small portion (children's bowl) of something puréed & eaten with a child's spoon . I'm due weigh in today so a bit apprehensive but my last weigh in about 3 weeks 4 days ago I had lost 15 pounds post op. Having said that in the first 2 weeks or so the scales weren't showing any loss! The 5 wounds are healing nicely. I still find it uncomfortable to lie down or sleep on my left side & sometimes after I eat I can get a burning in my left side under my ribs, not sure what that is! Did or does anyone else have this? So far I don't regret this surgery...sometimes I can get a fleeting thought....'why have you done something so drastic to your body'? But I don't allow myself to entertain this as I know that my reasons for having the bypass far outweighs any reasons not to have it! BTW, I love this website! I feel so inspired and encouraged by others and their stories. Plus any questions I have, I go straight on here to search it! For many different reasons, I haven't told friends or work colleagues about this surgery so only my immediate family members know; whom of which are very supportive but unfortunately that means I can't share pictures too Sorry this was long winded but its felt so GOOD to share Sent from iPad in the UK

You can't beat experience...I am gutted were missing out on their support! I'm nearly 4 weeks post op (gastric bypass) and not all of us disrespect or underestimate our vets support Sent from iPad in the UK

Hi, it will be 3 weeks post op on Tuesday 3rd January so starting to think of what to eat when I start puréed food on my 4th week. Any ideas? Sent from iPad in the UK

Thank you jrpinkard & catwoman7; very helpful. I will look them up now Sent from iPad in the UK

Sounds good! Thank you Sent from iPad in the UK

Wow, you look amazing! Thank you so much for sharing. Happy new year to you! Sent from iPad in the UK

Amazing! Such an inspiration from someone who had the bypass 1 week today!!! ???? Sent from iPad in the UK

Hi Gucci, I had a gastric bypass on 13th December so I know it's not exactly the same but I find Protein shakes with (30mg of protein) help or sometimes we can feel hungry when we need to drink more water/fluids or when feeling emotional???? Just my thoughts...Good luck with it & all the best Sent from iPad in the UK

Well done! I'm sure not only are you healthier but your really proud of yourself, enjoy! Sent from iPad in the UK

Well done for staying clean off drugs! ???? I'm sure it will be sorted out and your successful journey will continue! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Hi myfanwymoi, did you manage to have the surgery on the 17th then? It will be a week tomorrow for me! I'm still doing what I have since 1st day post op by making sure I have a Protein (30mg) shake (330mls) in the morning, blended Soup with some marvel (skimmed milk powder) added for more protein and another Protein Shake later in the afternoon. They take me forever to drink but I keep sipping all day. I am glad to say the wind pain has gone!!! but I still find it difficult to breathe in as my left side has an uncomfortable feeling but at least it's not painful! 4 out of the 5 wounds are healing ok, just keeping any eye on the 5th one, hoping it doesn't get affected! I'm taking all my soluble Vitamins as advised, plus I'm taking lactose to prevent constipation!!! I hope this isn't too much inside info for you...how are you doing? Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Brilliant. Good luck Sent from the UK

Hi peteandsummer123, I find this site very helpful especially leading up to my op and now starting a new day 3 days post op! Good luck & best wishes for yours, it really will be worth it and a great gift to give yourself! Sent from the UK

That's the spirit! Sent from the UK

Glad your doing well Mandaberries. I had my bypass on the 13th December & came home last night. I know what you mean about the gas when will it end? I'm getting most of my required liquids in, mainly with diluted Protein drinks but with a struggle. How long does it take for you consume one drink? Sent from the UK

Myfanwymoi, sorry to hear you've got a cold, I honestly believe the old remedies are the best, like honey & water or lemon/ginger & water. I'm two days post op and I honestly believe the hardest bit so far is going through with it and the wind pain! I hope that helps Sent from the UK

I had mine on the 13th December. I'm doing well. I came home last night (14th) felt groggy but ok. Uncomfortable with wind pain but honestly so far so good and no regrets! Sent from the UK

Yes Sent from the UK

Your best wishes & prayers allowed Sent from the UK

Thank you, I will keep you posted Sent from the UK

Go girl! I'm right behind you (13th). Your goal is waiting for you Sent from the UK

Thank you Mandaberries, good luck to you too! Sent from the UK