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Completely agree. I think it's a bit ridiculous that she called your surgery center to ask about their post-op plan. You would know best, not some random internet stranger.

This is kind of where I am, too. I have a list of what to avoid, but other than that they've cleared me to try foods while others who are 2 weeks post-op are still on liquids.Um... where did you have your surgery? Insurance?I would rather not say, thanks. Yes, insurance has paid for my surgery. It's not like I don't have guidelines. My surgeon just thinks I am doing really well as I am very young, so I only have 4 more days of pureed and then 5 days of soft/cut up foods before starting "regular" foods.

Fair enough. And that's exactly what surgeons advise, also. Sorry if I came across as rude. I have a hard time thinking of the right words to use when trying to get my point across.

Listening to our bodies did so well for us before, we had to have WLS because we got so fat. I don't think we are very good at "listening to our bodies" when it comes to food. Just sayin'.The whole point of going through phases with dieting is to let your stomach adjust to "new" foods as it heals. If you're not listening to your body during this time and figuring out what works and what doesn't, then what's the point of even having the surgery?Yeah maybe at the 4 to 6 week point, that is totally true. Not at 4 days. There is no trial and error at 4 days. Not talking about trial and error here. Strictly talking about listening to your body in terms of what is working for what you CAN eat and what you cannot eat. If broth makes you nauseous then don't eat it. Listen to what your stomach is telling you in regards to foods that are making you sick. That's it.

Actually, as a registered nurse, I would say that the point of going through the phases of diet post-operatively is to allow the suture line to heal, and to allow the new structure of the stomach to slowly accommodate to the new functioning through gradual adaptation. Which is why the physicians give the diet progression instructions the way they do. Please see my post on the subject (link in my signature, "I'm not a doctor but..."). Once your surgeon has cleared you for a full diet, I agree that we all need to learn to eat more intuitively. But during the healing phases, it's more important to adhere to your surgeon's instructions to avoid infections, leaks, and other complications that can lead to more surgery, hospitalizations, and death. Yes, that is what I just said. The "new" foods in this scenario is starting with the Clear Liquids, making sure your new stomach can handle that, then moving on through each phase in the healing process. When I talk about "listening to your body" I am not strictly talking about trying new foods, I am meaning with all things. If you are on full liquids but the broth you are eating makes you nauseous, listen to your body and don't eat that. That's what I am saying.

This is kind of where I am, too. I have a list of what to avoid, but other than that they've cleared me to try foods while others who are 2 weeks post-op are still on liquids.

Listening to our bodies did so well for us before, we had to have WLS because we got so fat. I don't think we are very good at "listening to our bodies" when it comes to food. Just sayin'. The whole point of going through phases with dieting is to let your stomach adjust to "new" foods as it heals. If you're not listening to your body during this time and figuring out what works and what doesn't, then what's the point of even having the surgery?

I am sensing that.

This was supposed to be a good place to discuss everything about WLS and that is why I joined yestersay, but there are so many users who just jump all over anyone who makes the slightest mistake or unknowingly posts something that triggers a freaking avalanche of users. This isn't a discussion forum at all.

Look, I said specifically to ask your surgeon first. How is that irresponsible? I was talking about my own dieting and how I advanced, with the guidance of my surgeon, before the set phase dates and what I tried and was successful with. Everything I stated was from the early pureed and full liquid stages. I did not advocate anything at all, simply just said that I *personally* did not see a problem with it. Should I have left that part out? Probably. But hindsight is 20/20 and I am new here. So cut me some slack.

Again, I stated that one should ask their surgeon first. Mine was okay with me exploring foods, and obviously only those within the realm of what WLS patients can actually eat, so nothing junky or foods that can cause leaks. If someone is looking to cheat in a bad way then my post would not confirm their needs because nothing I tried was bad; and if they are looking to cheat anyway nothing anyone says will sway them. Sent from my LGUS992 using the BariatricPal App

Sorry, I think this is pretty bad "advice." It's like telling someone it's okay to walk in front of a moving train because you did it and didn't get hit. Just because you didn't have a discernible problem, doesn't mean the rules aren't there for very good reason - to keep people from having serious complications. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App That is why I specifically said to ask your surgeon first. Mine was okay with me exploring different foods beforehand, so that is why I don't see a problem with it, especially if it's still within the realm of what you can actually eat after WLS. Sent from my LGUS992 using the BariatricPal App

I advanced my diet earlier as well. My tastes changed and could not handle the almost pure-chemical taste of my shakes. My diet book lists pureed cottage cheese as a liquid, so I started with that and then increased the consistency until it was normal chunks that I just chewed really well. That was day 4 pre-op. From there I tried refried Beans on day 5, no problem. I stuck with those for a few days, didn't want to push it too far. Day 9 I tried a fluffy scrambled egg with cheese. Couldn't eat more than half, but it felt fine going down. Day 11 I bought some juicy turkey and pureed with a light ranch and bbq sauce. 8 oz meat made 6, 2.5 oz meals. I tried very little to test and it was a success. I cannot eat very much, less than 1.5 oz but it was good. I did push myself today and it was not great. My grandparents took my to a sandwhich shop and I was too shy to say anything. I took 2 small bites of just meat and cheese and chewed forever. It was a bit too much all at once. However, if you can stomach things I really don't see a problem. Listen to your body. If you have a bad reaction, go back to liquids for a few days. Also ask your surgeon as well. Mine was fine with me exploring foods. Sent from my LGUS992 using the BariatricPal App