Lise2021

I will be a year post op in December and I am currently struggling with fluids. I was never a big water drinker pre or post op during the fall/winter season. However, during spring and summer I do well on liquids. Now I am getting in an average 16 oz a day, I am still getting in my food but even that is getting skimpy. Any ideas on low calorie drinks (I don't like tea) and are meal replacements an option this far out? Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

So yesterday I got OCD with cleaning and super happy to throw away some clothes. I have since made it my goal to slowly replace items that no longer fit, for instance, donate or throw away 4 pairs of clothes, buy 4 pairs of clothes. However, I don't necessarily want this to be a constant (buy all new clothes, only to get rid of em for a smaller size), because I haven't reached my goal. So what are some tips on clothes management?

Hi Chris

Like I don't know if I just gave birth or if I had anal sex with no mercy, but that was the hardest shit of my life literally! I tried pushing it back in and it wouldn't go back in, I tried pushing it out and it wouldn't come out. I tried rocking back and forth and side to side, the toilet seat almost broke like.... I am 16 days post op as of today I've been taking dulcolax, colace, and suppositories I can not go to the restroom without some stimulant and today I tried coffee. Everything from my stomach to my anus is hurting right now. I don't know if my butt will ever recover, it's still gaping. If this is how it's going to be then I need a refund on my stomach. My question is how long does it take to get back to normal and what other methods can i try to go to the restroom without complications? I've tried milk which worked briefly, I'm off pain meds, i get in my liquids, and I'm exercising. And preop my normal was everyday. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

Making a meal isn't convenient for everyone. In addition, after any procedure you're essentially following an atkins diet (low fat, low carbs, high protein). That being said there is relatively "good" fast food you can purchase; for instance, a burger from Wendy's no bun or topping. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

I did 3-4 lean cuisine meals which totaled 1000 kcal a day. So idk what you're preop requirements are, but mine was 1000 calories per day for 2 weeks. Also, I didn't bother to eat, let alone get up that early. I'm 17 days post, so it'll be worse after that because you'll be on liquids for 2 weeks so enjoy it now! But it's all worth it, cravings will go away and on top of that you still have your stomach, and because of your BMI your body requires more food so you got to sit and think about it for a minute. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

Well if you can't keep anything down including meds, i think you might want to contact your team again. They didn't release me until I was able to tolerate liquids. I'm assuming you're fast on your way to dehydration, which means you'll have to go back to the hospital anyway. I threw up almost the entire time in the hospital and threw up once at home, so I've been tolerating things well since (17 days post). Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

Anybody got that family member thats still giving you advice on how to lose weight after surgery and what they and other people are doing; and then buys the Protein shakes you have as a "meal replacement" for themselves, but doesn't change a thing about their diet. Also, they don't usually cook, but now all of a sudden your kitchen has become an all you can eat buffet. *rolling eyes! Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

No problem honey! Rant all day if you will, cause this is what this post is for me. Like they'll offer me food knowing damn well I can't eat that. They need to get they life, cause I got mine. I don't understand why people disagree with what you're doing, but then in reality they're doing and wanting the same thing just differently. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App Omg right?! She keeps trying to tell me how i should lose weight. I think she's trying to live vicariously through me because she was in the process of getting lap bad years ago but pulled out. She says it's because her husband didn't want her to at the last minute but i think she just got scared. So she and our oldest sister have been trying to push me into this surgery for years. I wasnt ready then, i felt like it wouldn't have been entirely my decision. I wish I'd have done it back then but im glad i waited. I feel more mentally prepared now than before. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App That's family for you. I guess we can use it as prep for the outsiders. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

No problem honey! Rant all day if you will, cause this is what this post is for me. Like they'll offer me food knowing damn well I can't eat that. They need to get they life, cause I got mine. I don't understand why people disagree with what you're doing, but then in reality they're doing and wanting the same thing just differently. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

I live with my family so this is what I have to deal with, but it annoys me more so than bothers me. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App Yup Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

I think this is just gonna have to be a trial and error of natural things that I can use. I'm not necessarily worried or freakin out at this point since I'm still new, but it is what it is. I just have to give my body a chance to get used to this new lifestyle. I think because I'm young my team is expecting a relatively quick bounce back, which it will eventually and on top of that I just started on puree so... I'm not even at the "meal" stage. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

I have a box of benefiber that I use Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App I have a box of benefiber that I use Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App Thanks! Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

If you are on pain meds, I'd bet a dime to dollar that is what is causing your constipation. Oxycotin and Hydrocodone are like cement mixers to my bowels. They're trying to get me off meds to go to the restroom so the dulcolax, colace, suppositories and the like... I stopped pain meds a week ago. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App I go to the gym and walk around the house Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

Yeah, but they're trying to get me off the meds. I'll try the juice. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

That ruined my whole appetite. I think I need a bottle of tylenol and I'm going to try and drink some Protein and lay face down for recovery. Thanks guys! Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

Thank you everyone. I had my first post op appt. Yesterday and lost 12lbs. A little disappointed but as long as the scale goes in the right direction, I can live with that. So I'll move on to the next phase. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

Did anyone extend their 2 week liquid post op diet, regardless if cleared for next stage. I'm thinking of doing another week or 2. I personally was able to eat 2 weeks before surgery, so I wasn't required to do liquids for those who were. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

Yes, but I want to take advantage of the first few months esp. The 1st month. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

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I would move out if possible or make a positive list. For example: they call you fat, you flip it and say I have fat; because you accepting the definition is saying I am, instead of I have extra fat, if that makes sense. Also, me including the majority of bariatric people have exhausted most weight loss resources, so weight loss surgery becomes the "last ditch try". So I know you say your family but it's probably other people too who have a opinion about your weight, but yours matters the most! So if want it in addition to needing it, then take it. Good luck! ???? Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

I order vitamins- calcium and Vitamin d from swansonvitamins.com and I just take chewable Centrum from Walmart Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

I do but I think it's getting better, almost 2 weeks post op. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

I take the dulcolax and colace, but the thing that worked best for me is either lactose free milk or a suppository. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App

My name is Elise I am looking for people from Philly, who has gotten the sleeve in their 20's. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App