Trixie82

I am 10 months post bypass and have passed my goal so I'm no longer trying to lose. That said, I still eat healthy most of the time. When I run through the drive through for my kids they both know they have to pay the "fry tax". They each give me 3 or 4 of their fries. They find it hilarious. Oh and I have a Hershey kiss after lunch a few times a week. I got down on myself about it once then thought about how I ate before surgery and got over it lol Sent from my SM-G965U using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm really just venting because bcbs tried to give me a heart attack. Just a little background, my surgery was pre-approved. Both my surgeon and the hospital were named in the approval letter. I got a notice a claim was finalized. They denied payment on the $82,000 hospital bill. I called to find out wtf happened. The eob said it was only covered if I went to a center of excellence. My hospital IS a center of excellence. She put me on hold and looked it up. It should have been paid. They messed up. Now it has to be manually redone and it will take about a month. I seriously almost had a panic attack. Thank goodness they are fixing it. I won't really be truly OK until it's actually done and paid. Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

Ask your Dr about exparil. I didn't even know what it was until after I woke up and saw it on one of my medical bracelets. It's a nerve block they can inject near your incisions that numbs them for 4 to 5 days. Having no incision pain those first few days made my recovery so much easier than I was expecting. Sent from my SM-G965U using BariatricPal mobile app

Don't overpack. It's just more stuff you need to lug home. Surgical glue can't get wet for like 48 hours so don't plan on showering at the hospital. I took one pair of comfy pj pants for under my hospital gown. Wore comfy pants and a t-shirt home. Had a phone charger, brush, hair ties, biotine spray and flip flops. Oh and my id. Less is more! Sent from my SM-G965U using BariatricPal mobile app

I take 2 of the Flintstones completes everyday. I'm 2 months post op. No problems here. You have to take calcium separately because the Flintstones completes have iron. I also take biotin, B complex and D3. Sent from my SM-G965U using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm now almost 2 months post op from RNY. Went back to work Monday. I work a school so that's when all employees went back. I've been walking a ton all week, hitting my fluid and protein goals and the stupid scale hasn't budged this week. I'm guessing the change in routine is throwing my body out of whack. I'm only 15lbs from onderland. I know this stall will break soon but I just needed to whine for a second lol Sent from my SM-G965U using BariatricPal mobile app

I was told no straws ever. I didn't listen. I've been using them the whole time. I just make sure to not swallow the air I suck up in the straw and to take small sips. I'm all for following Dr's orders but none of them seem to agree on the straw issue. I did what works best for me and helps me get my fluids in. Sent from my SM-G965U using BariatricPal mobile app

Hey surgery twin! My Dr only does a special diet for the first 3 weeks. I've been able to eat whatever I can tolerate for about a month. That doesn't mean candy and chips. It has to be healthy and protein first. I had a couple green grapes today and they were fantastic. Haven't tried many raw veggies yet. Sent from my SM-G965U using BariatricPal mobile app

I ended up in the hospital with a stone a couple weeks ago. It was one they saw on my CT when I had my last one in May. Thankfully the other small stones have all been flushed out. Hopefully keeping the fluids up will keep them cleared out. Sent from my SM-G965U using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm guessing you have a baha? I'm a sign language interpreter and know a few students that have them. Sent from my SM-G965U using BariatricPal mobile app

My post op diet had me on purees for 2 weeks then a regular diet. Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

I also had a super annoying stall. Mine was about 2 weeks stuck at the same weight. The scale is finally moving again! I'm down 28lbs including pre op diet loss. I have to remind myself to eat because I forget. It's crazy. Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

I started having kidney stones about 4 years ago and I've had a couple that were like that. If you still have flank pain that could mean it's still passing but isn't blocking anything. I'm really hoping I don't get any. I need to call my urologist and get checked out since I've met my out of pocket for the year lol. Hope you're better soon! Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

I had gastric bypass on June 20th. My surgeon seems to have a VERY different plan than most others. I was on clear liquids for 48 hours then was allowed full liquids and purees "as tolerated". I keep reading about the different stages everyone is on. My plan in all my paperwork says that after 2 weeks I can start regular food. So far this has been a breeze. The first few days after surgery were a big tough but I'm feeling great. Has anyone else have a plan that advances to real food this fast? I'm still planning on taking it slow and chewing like my life depends on it but I'm so ready to be eating normal food again.

Don't we all seem to mess up on the pre op diet at least twice 🤣🤣 Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

For me it got real when I was wheeled into the operating room lol. You will probably have some kind of preop diet. It sucks. Just suck it up and you'll be on the other side before you know it! Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

I was on clear liquids for 2 days then was allowed purees. Was told to focus on fluids and protein. According to my post op instructions I can start a regular diet at 2 weeks. My surgeon said to slowly add things. If I tolerate them then great. If not try again in a month. Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

How much longer do you have to wait for a date? Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

How you feeling today? Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

They are 2oz clear containers with lids. I work in a concession stand during football season and we use them for jalapeños. They sell them by the paper plates. I use them for everything now. Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

Get a small food processer from Walmart. They work great for purees and are super cheap. I found a digital food scale on Amazon, I think it was $8 Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

That's pretty much standard. I haven't seen the hospital charges for my bypass. When I had lithotripsy done for kidney stones they charged $37,000. They don't even make any incisions for that. They use shockwaves to break them up. Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

I've trained myself to take small sips. Only an ounce or two in a few sips. I only really feel it when I haven't had anything for a while. I sip all day except when eating. If I realize I'm getting behind I will take a couple sips every 5 or 10 min for an hour to so. I know I can drink about 2ozs at a time and not feel sick. Just do the best you can! Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

My surgery was super early in the morning so I do count that as day one. I didn't know it until after my surgery but my Dr gave me shots of exparel by all of my incision sites. It numbs the area for about 96 hours. I could kiss that man for that lol. It really made my recovery so much easier not having incision pain. I get twinges now but nothing like what it would have been. I am also in total disbelief a lot. My fitbit band and my wedding ring have both gotten looser. It's crazy. Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm still on purees but can start soft food next Wed. So far I'm down 20lbs. I work at a school so I'm off for the summer. The only real problem I've had has been insomnia. Oh and horrible breath for a few days lol. I usually get in one premier protein. Right now I'm having some pureed chicken salad and it's really good. Head hunger hasn't been too bad. Went to the movies today and for about 2 minutes wanted popcorn because I LOVE popcorn. I had a sugar free mint and was fine. Sent from my SM-G950U using BariatricPal mobile app