Post Op Help Day 5

[MissMD 0]

Hi,

I got my band done on the 15th.

I have been pretty lucky and experienced little pain and discomfort, burping well too.

I am STRUGGLING to do Clear liquids.

I was naughty and scrambled an egg, and have had some probiotic yogurt and Soup. Is this bad? Will it cause issues?

I am still hungry too.

Any advice out there?

[728newlife 2]

Best advice it to listen to your body!! I was on clear broths and Water for about a week after surgery...protein shakes didn't work AT ALL!! I decided that if my belly is growling than I am feeding it!! I started with some ramen noodles...only about two or three spoon fulls just to try and if that didnt' make me vomit then I would try one more the next night. I spaced it out..waited about 3 or 4 minutes in between just to make sure it went down well. On day 10 (four days early) I started mashed potatoes with a little milk in them and yogurt and stuffing! I was in heaven!!! That was all I needed and I almost felt like I started to heal faster. Heartburn was better as well because the liquids were making it worse. Drink water...it helps you heal. Other than that within the first two weeks just take small, small samples to make sure you can handle it. I recommend that you eat with a baby spoon it controls it perfectly!! Good luck in the future!!

[MissMD 0]

Best advice it to listen to your body!! I was on clear broths and Water for about a week after surgery...protein shakes didn't work AT ALL!! I decided that if my belly is growling than I am feeding it!! I started with some ramen noodles...only about two or three spoon fulls just to try and if that didnt' make me vomit then I would try one more the next night. I spaced it out..waited about 3 or 4 minutes in between just to make sure it went down well. On day 10 (four days early) I started mashed potatoes with a little milk in them and yogurt and stuffing! I was in heaven!!! That was all I needed and I almost felt like I started to heal faster. Heartburn was better as well because the liquids were making it worse. Drink water...it helps you heal. Other than that within the first two weeks just take small, small samples to make sure you can handle it. I recommend that you eat with a baby spoon it controls it perfectly!! Good luck in the future!!

Thanks Amy!!! I just went out and got a whole lot of rafferty's garden baby food, and some diet jelly, and drinking yoghurt. Drinking lots and lots of Water. Should help me out. Doc said i can be on full liquids so all of that can go up a straw!!!!!

[Tamie2169 2]

I was told NOT to use a straw, period. It can cause gas issues, so stop using one if you are. What you should really be doing is calling and speaking with your doctor or nutritionist. Tell them what is happening and how you feel. They might better explain why they want you on liquids longer, or release you to go ahead on the pureed foods that you are already eating. I called my doctor when I was 6 days out of surgery and was told to go ahead and bump up my food time table and onto pureed foods I went one day early. To be perfectly honest on day 5 I felt horribly hungry, stomach was growling on and off all day long and I was grumpier than all get out! My husband asked me what my problem was and I told him that I honestly felt like I could've eaten a horse! He reminded me of what the doctor said and told me to call them the next day if it was still happening. It was the best advise I had gotten, and so everytime I have a question.....no matter how small.....I call the doctor's office and bug the heck out of them. That's what you paid for, so do it!

[honk 780]

When I was on clear and full liquids I spread out my broth and Protein Shakes. Have the broth first and then wait as long as you can may be an hour to have the shake. This way you can "eat" every few hours. I would really ask you to think before going against doctors orders. You stomach is healing and can not handle solid foods.

[728newlife 2]

I was told the same thing about the straws. I have sensitive teeth and it was a struggle for awhile but the doc told me NOT to do it so I didn't!! Haven't used one in three months! It will cause unnecessary air in your belly just like carbonated beverages and smoking will. I would advise not to use it. But if you don't have any issues, then go for it!!

[whitetiger011680 11]

I ate little bites of things here and there through out my liquid period too. Never more than just a few bites but enough to stop the starvation feeling and amoung those things were ramen noodles. I did not use a straw during my first week post-op but have been ever since then and I have to issues with it. Just listen to your body. Don't over do it. Take things slow with several minutes between each bite so you know when to stop. And you should stop when you have a comfortable full feeling not over stuffed like after Thanksgiving meals. Good Luck, Hope this helps!

[mandivan 1]

I got banded on the 16th, one day after you. My dr. is pretty strict on Clear Liquids for 2 days, full liquids for an additional 4 days, them mushy food for 4 days. I was prepared for the worse, but it's actually not bad - 1 more day to go on Protein shakes only! I called the nutritionist at my dr's office and she said to stick to 3 Protein Shakes per day. My saving grace has been to add 1 T of Peanut Butter (doc said it was ok)! I have been drinking the EAS carb control shakes. Add 1 T PB to the cafe caramel and some crushed ice, blend it ( I use hand drink blender). Oh my - it's like a frappucino! I have had that at least once a day. Tonight for dinner, I had a milk chocolate EAS (already prepared) with 1 T Peanut Butter - like drinking a reeses cup! In between I've been having propel Water and at night I treat myself with a sugar free popsicle. So far, no hunger pains - at least I don't think so - I'm thinking I am still having surgery pains in my stomache! But...I can't wait until Thursday .... a scrambled egg for Breakfast, a little egg salad for lunch and some ricotta cheese with low sugar marinara sauce for dinner, with veggies, of course- I've had this planned for a few days now - lol! I didn't say I wasn't thinking about food, but I'm hoping planning is better than winging it!

I'm 5 days out and have lost 5 lbs so far so I'm a happy camper. I really hope it keeps going this way, but I will have to adjust if it doesn't! ONE DAY AT A TIME IS MY NEW MOTTO!!!

My point was to you that maybe if you add 1 T of peanut butter to your shakes, it will fill you up more and you won't feel as hungry!? Good Luck!