StrawberryLaray

That does look like a lot of food! But I certainly know that it really isn't. But I'm only 2 weeks post op. It inspires me that you are doing so well on the portions. That has always been so hard for me. I hope I am still measuring at 6 months and being good. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I just had surgery on may 16th and I'm really feeling depressed. I cry all the time it seems. I'm not sad about the surgery, just feel like too many regrets in my life and I'm just hopeless. Feel like I can't stand to drink another protein shake. Struggling to consume all the things they want me too (protein, broth, water, vitamins) but still feel starving.

I don't mean to sound stubborn but I am done being a Guinea pig. The last ones made me so crazy that I destroyed my family. The ones before that did not work very well or really I don't believe they work at all. I also worked in the mental health field for 5 years and I did not see much of any true improvement from them with my clients. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I will not take an antidepressant again. Not ever. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I think everyone is different in how quick they lose. I just had mine done on May 16. Funny, I'm 5'4 and 212 lbs right now too. I was 225 the day of surgery. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

That sounds pretty good. I'll try that. Can't wait till I don't have to puree everything! Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I bought the unjury unflavored protein powder today and mixed it with crystal light like I've heard others say they do. I was so disgusted by the taste and smell I dumped it out. It was like adding a glass of milk to my crystal light. Am I crazy??? I'm struggling so bad with these protein shakes I'm starting to gag when I drink them. I was really hoping this stuff would be the answer. Help! Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

So curious to know what is going on. I will be thinking of you. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

That sounds good. I will try it. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I can eat yogurt but I'm so sick of all the sweet because of these protein shakes. I drink vegetable broth because I don't eat meat and it fine I guess but I'm tired of everything and I'm struggling to get enough protein. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

That was supposed to read "thank you! " lol Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I didn't even know these existed! I will have to find them. Thank you? Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I had surgery 13 days ago. I am really struggling. Liquid and pureed diet. So miserable. I have a terrible headache every day. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Mashed potatoes would amazing but I'm told they are a no no. No grains, no rice, no potatoes, and if course no sugar. Really no white foods except cauliflower lol Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I have had problems with my iv with my last 2 surgeries. This time my whole arm and hand were swollen. Took about a week for all that to go down, still hurts a bit around my wrist and I'm 13 days out from surgery. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I've noticed the differences in protocol as well. Post op diet for me was 2 days clear liquids, then 3 weeks pureed completely smooth, then another 3 weeks soft foods like scrambled eggs. I'm on day 13 and really want to actually eat something. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

No more antidepressants for me. I've tried many and the last one made me crazy, so crazy that it destroyed the wonderful relationship I was in. I also worked in mental health for 5 years. I didn't like what I saw. I hope they work for some people but never again for me. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I had my surgery on the 16th as well. I have healed up well but emotionally I'm a mess. I'm glad you are ready to go back to work. I am terrified to go back to work. I have 2 more weeks but I don't even feel like I will be ready then. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm having same issues, 12 days post OP. I don't regret it but I'm not coping very well. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm 12 days out and I just experience the gas pain. Not sure if that's what you are feeling but it is really painful. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Thanks for giving me hope, I'm an 18 right now, hoping soon it will be a 16 too! Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I did start seeing a counselor last week but I just don't know if it's enough time to get me mentally well enough to go back to work in two weeks. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

Thank you guys for your quick responses. I have been feeling so alone. I have always struggled with depression and the last year and a half has been really difficult. I feel like I am just barely hanging on. I can't even take a bath which is one of my usual coping skills. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

That's even better, I'll have to try to find that one. Thank you Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm supposed to go back to work in 2 weeks and I don't think I can do it. I asked the doctor for 6 weeks but he would only give me 4. I don't think I'm going to be able to do it. My job is really stressful. I feel like I'm just going to go to work and cry at my desk. Sent from my SM-G950U1 using BariatricPal mobile app