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I walked the neighborhood the first 2 weeks and went back to Zumba and treadmill week 3.

Happy to report - I'm 1 month post op today. Down 12 lbs and 21 inches since surgery! I get to eat solids Friday!!! Trust the journey!!!

After being on liquids since July 7th I had my first puree meal. I've been waiting for this day. My stomach is talking to me, but all went down well and I didn't have any complications. I could only eat about 4 baby spoonfuls. This pyrex will last me forever!

Today was my post op appt (surgery was 7/21). Dr gave me the clear to go to Zumba, so I took myself to class. Did low impact but survived the whole class. Pretty proud of myself, along with the 20lbs I lost since surgery! Sending well wishes to all July sleevers!

Hang in there...It gets easier everyday!

I have a desk job. Went back 1 week & felt great. Take your multi & b12.

Yes posted above. Along with some others. [emoji16]

Ricotta bake. I posted the recipe above in another post.

I blend my food as well, but this was an approved puree recipe on Pinterest. Here are some others. I love to cook, so I needed options. http://gastricsleevefoodie.blogspot.nl/2010/07/week-2-post-op-quick-pureemushies.html?m=1 https://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-detail.asp?recipe=1793517

Fresh Ricotta and Shredded Parmesan Cheese from Trader Joe's and savory Barilla marinara sauce. :-)

Heaven!!!

3 days after surgery. Stopped pain medication after i was released from the hospital.

7/21 was my surgery date. Lost 20lbs since pre-op. Walking 2 miles a day & back to work. Feeling good just a little belly soreness. Moving to puree food Friday & I CANT wait!

So today I'm 1 week post-op. Last Friday at this time I was just getting out of surgery and miserable. Today, I just finish walking 1 mile around my neighborhood. I just want to thank this page for all the tips that help me prepare and be fully educated about this process. I have been reading everyone's post on do's & don't since Sept last year and attribute such a smooth surgery and recovery because of this group! Anyone getting ready for this journey don't be afraid to ask questions...There are no dumb questions!

Thank you! You too! Im back to work today! [emoji847]

Some meds are liquid for or need to be sprinkled in food or liquid. I bought the children's tylenol. I do chewable vitamins & liquid calcium citrate.

1st day was painful I was nauseated and had bad gas pains. I went home next day which was a big relief since there was constant interruptions in the hospital and I couldn't really rest. I immediately stopped the oxycodone and just took chewable tylenol. After about 3 days I didn't need any more tylenol. I am 1 week post opp today. I walked 2 miles and getting in all my fluids. The first few days will be difficult to drink and your stomach will be tender. Move and walk as much as you can. My suggestions is it will be rocky the first few days, but will get better. I'm going back to work Monday after taking 1 week off.

Yes,,I went home the next day and it slowly subsided!

Congrat's on your new journey!

Start thinking about the new you thats about to happen. Go shopping & get something you want to get into. Make a list of all your meds & times you'll need to take them. Get organized with your drinks & items youll need post surgery. Get excited about your new journey that you worked so hard to get to!

It will all come into place. Anything specific let me know!

Hi Tiff. Im 1 week post op. Anything I can do to help you on your journey let me know. Where you from?

Hi!!!

Just keep sipping...try protein water or pre-made protein shakes like Premier. I'm 1 week post op today and able to get about 64 oz in. Just take sips. I stopped pain medicine immediately after I was released and did chewable children's tylenol. It could be the meds. I haven't taken any more tylenol for a few days. I've also been do french onion or beef broth, move onto yogurt today. Stay strong!

Hello, I'm 5 days post op (recovering well)...I'm trying to figure out different ways to get protein in. I have the Premier Protein Waters and Protein20...Anyone know of any concentrated powders to add to water to make fruity drinks. Similar to Fruit Drink Concentrate? Thanks!!