LindsayT

Make sure you have LOTS of different options for protein. By day 3, I couldn't stomach drinking the protein shakes anymore and felt like I was going to vomit. I found that I liked fruity protein vs. creamy. But that's just me. Good luck!

I didn't take much. Comfortable, loose clothes. I also brought a baggy cardigan for comfort. I'm glad i did because I was so cold all the time. A phone and charger. Get a long cord for your phone charger. Toiletries (though the hospital may have them) and chapstick. I slept most of the time. And when I wasn't sleeping, I was walking or trying to get fluids in.

Do you have edema?

Oh man, my tastes change daily. I feel like a picky toddler. Bariatric Pal makes a cran- grape protein shot that I'm quite fond of.

It's been all over the place. For me, mostly pain when I'm up walking around and getting my fuilds in. It's getting better every day.

I'm one week... may 1

I'm so ready for this stage to be over. On the upside, I've lost 22 lbs since the start of the pre-op diet. So, roughly 3 weeks.

Y'all, I'm so sad all the time. Pain, phantom hunger, family members that don't understand. My husband, bless him, is trying, but I feel like he is forcing me to drink all day. I tell him that a sip of water feels like I drank a whole gallon. It's uncomfortable for me. I'm making my goals, or at least close to it. It's so frustrating. I keep telling myself it's temporary. That things will get better. That it will be worth it. But right now, it just sucks.

Hey all. I'm 3 days post-op and can't feel the difference between trapped gas and being full. What should I be looking for? The trapped gas has improved a lot, but I still have an uncomfortable feeling under my left rib cage. I'm shooting for an ounce of liquid every 10-15 minutes. I also have to use a spoon full of applesauce to get some of my medication down.

Went to my favorite Chinese restaurant and got their wonton soup. Stained out the bits and had the most glorious broth for lunch. Today was a good day despite the pain I'm still feeling.

How long did it take for the swelling to go down? Above the belly button portion of my stomach is really tight from swelling. It's quite uncomfortable. Thanks for your insight.

Thanks, everyone. It's been really hard getting in fluids and protein because the taste makes me nauseous. Plus, I'm not hungry AT ALL. That doesn't help either. I have set timers to remind me to drink. I'll keep plugging away and soon enough will graduate to the next faze.

Welcome! And congrats on your surgery date. We are from all over the world. I'm in Colorado, US. It's nice to buddy up and share your experiences with others who are at a similar stage in their journey. The support is definitely needed. This is not an easy thing to do; especially in the beginning. I'm so great full for a community who gets it. Best of luck to you.

Thanks. I'm doing OK, but not great. Everything tastes nasty, the liquid meds are awful, the pain comes and goes, but manageable. It's been a hard week to be honest.

Thanks!

Pain is going down a lot; specifically the gas pain. Sneezing and coughing hurt, but getting better. I'm finally home as of yesterday, so working on meeting my goals.

Nothing helps for the gas pain except walking. They had me on dilaudid and oxy for pain.

The gas pain is awful. Mine was Monday May 1st and I'm still in hospital. I'm supposed to go hone today, but we'll see.

Y'all , my surgery was may 1st. I'm still in hospital and miserable. I'm having a hard time drinking water, it makes me nauseous. Hopefully today is better.

We will be traveling stateside a couple of months after surgery. Tips for road trip food, eating out, and navigating family events. Thanks!

All went well. Still recovering in the hospital. Beware of the gas pain...ouch. Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers.

Hey, all. Surgery went well yesterday. My surgery sight isn't very painful, but the gas is. I'm still recovering in the ICU. They have me here because of getting an RNY and I'm on cpap. The staff has been great. I didn't sleep well last night. Too many beeps, leg compression device, and discomfort. But better than yesterday.

Surgery is Monday, y'all. It's getting so close.@SleeveMeAlone23 you ready, friend?

HELP! I need new ieads for good shakes. Every time I drink one, I feel like I'm going to vomit. It doesn't taste bad, I'm just over the flavor, texture, and after taste. I'm currently using Fairlife chocolate, Premier Protein clear, and Isopure fruit punch. I just can't anymore.

Big thank you to everyone. I just ordered some samples from Unjury. And will research some of the other suggestions.