boysmom3

Hi! My surgery was June 14, so I'm 11 days postop. I am doing OK right now but I definately worry about the things you describe because oh boy I have always been a very poor eater, and given to very impulsive eating. Just two pieces of advice- could you call your surgeon and ask if your fill could be done a little sooner? Also, please try to find a bariatric support group in your area. My surgeon requires that his patients attend a support group twice a month. I really love it and find lots of encouragement there. There's lots of encouragement here as well, and that's great, but "in person" groups add another dimension of support. I'm still on liquids for one more week. YUK. Living through it one day at a time!!! Best of luck to you!

I'm 11 days post-op. I was on Clear liquids for 2 days, and am now on full liquids for two weeks (one week to go). Then on to soft/ground meats, etc. (Although I think the "meat-grinding" will have to be done with my teeth, not a blender, lol). It is interesting how different doctors vary in their instructions to patients. I'm motivated to stick to my doctor's instructions, though. He's a nice guy and very concerned about his patients, but there is a very high accountability factor and I don't wanna get a lecture! Actually that's very good for me. I need the accountability and it makes me feel pretty safe. If it's any consolation, I'm hungry too! But every day gets better. Hang in there!

It will get better- hang in there! I'm 11 days post-op and the past couple of days have really been much better. I remember Day 7. It was rough. Looking at the other posts, it's clear that different docs prescribe different diets. I'm on full liquids for 2 weeks (1 week to go) and then soft diet with ground meats, etc. I can't wait for something to eat!!!! Father's Day was a little tough what with BB!Q ribs and fixings all around me- but I was glad because before surgery, even if I were on a diet I'd have said "I'll make an exception today!" and gorge. But, it was kind of neat to realize that I couldn't even if I wanted to. (what would my doc say if I went to the ER with rib meat stuck in my stomach???) Knowing that I physically could not eat it was actually reassuring to me. Hang in there. Your outlook will change a little bit each day. Go to bed early if you just get tired of thinking about it. That's what I did a couple of times. You'll be surprised how fast the time will pass. Good luck!