Struggling...4 days post-op

[Tjohnson322 26]

I am definitely struggling with "head hunger" and true hunger today. I'm on clears until Tuesday, and I think I'd feel better if I was able to have something with any significant calories. I'm weak, exhausted, and can't stop thinking about food. I'm worried about how I will handle my two young sons on Monday (my first day on my own again). Are these emotions normal? I'm very edgy and emotional right now, and would give anything for a little bit of milk, Protein Shake, or Soup (not broth!!).

It's an "alone" feeling right now. I don't know anyone I can talk to about these emotions, so I'm hoping someone here has been through this! Thanks for reading this whining. I am irritated with myself!

[Kaj 88]

I am definitely struggling with "head hunger" and true hunger today. I'm on clears until Tuesday, and I think I'd feel better if I was able to have something with any significant calories. I'm weak, exhausted, and can't stop thinking about food. I'm worried about how I will handle my two young sons on Monday (my first day on my own again). Are these emotions normal? I'm very edgy and emotional right now, and would give anything for a little bit of milk, Protein shake, or Soup (not broth!!).

It's an "alone" feeling right now. I don't know anyone I can talk to about these emotions, so I'm hoping someone here has been through this! Thanks for reading this whining. I am irritated with myself!

That's ok, girl. I was irritated at everyone else for being able to eat "real food" while I drank broth. Blessedly I was only on clears until Thursday (was that *really* only yesterday??) Tomorrow will be better, each day will get better. You are totally right where you are supposed to be after major surgery. hello??? you just had 85% of your stomach cut out! You are sorta allowed to feel less than perky.

[Arts137 1,811]

It's OK to feel funky and have crazzzzy emotions... And it is hard, especially with taking care of kiddies... And now the real struggle begins. It's the battle with your head... Fight it, girl...

[Indigo1991 1,612]

You are not whining, so don't beat yourself up. And you're not alone, we are all here listening and sympathising. Many of us have been where you are...

Day 4 post op and I cried all day. Hormones all over the place, tired because I wasn't getting enough food or Water in and experiencing buyers remorse - what the hell had I done to myself???

Woke up on day 5 feeling more rested and just generally better and the corner was turned. Who knows why but you have just been through a major surgery so strange things happen. It's an emotional time - but all of this will pass, you will start to feel better, healthier and you will lose weight. Keeping up with your kids will get easier :-))))

So chin up, it's very early days, focus on doing what you can with your liquids and remember - u r most definitely not alone! Good luck, keep us updated....

[RJ'S/beginning 5,358]

Try some juice....Vegetable juice.....skim milk if you can stand it.....flavored Water as well. I ate Jello too when I was on liquids.....Try that only a bit though....some debate whether it is liquid or solid..i decided it was liquid.....lol

G2 Gatorade as well so that you don't get dehydrated K.....I mix mine half and half with water.....

My daughter made me so much broth when I came out of the hospital and I only drank it a couple of times..The thought of it makes me sick, same with Protein drinks....But you still need them to help you heal.....

Don't forget your body just went through trauma and it will take a while for you to feel better and heal....give yourself a break!

[ISleevedIt 380]

I am definitely struggling with "head hunger" and true hunger today. I'm on clears until Tuesday, and I think I'd feel better if I was able to have something with any significant calories. I'm weak, exhausted, and can't stop thinking about food. I'm worried about how I will handle my two young sons on Monday (my first day on my own again). Are these emotions normal? I'm very edgy and emotional right now, and would give anything for a little bit of milk, Protein shake, or Soup (not broth!!).

It's an "alone" feeling right now. I don't know anyone I can talk to about these emotions, so I'm hoping someone here has been through this! Thanks for reading this whining. I am irritated with myself!

Clear Liquids til Tuesday...bummer! Have you tried adding unflavored Protein powder to your clear broth? Or buying Protein drinks that are clear? It would definitely help with the hunger. Good luck with it.

[vinniej3 139]

Hang in there. I was sleeved this past Monday, and I can definitely relate w/ where you are. Try some juice... it really perked me up and gave me some calories. You've come a long way, and I know you can handle this. Just pull through.

[stamour1 22]

I am definitely struggling with "head hunger" and true hunger today. I'm on clears until Tuesday, and I think I'd feel better if I was able to have something with any significant calories. I'm weak, exhausted, and can't stop thinking about food. I'm worried about how I will handle my two young sons on Monday (my first day on my own again). Are these emotions normal? I'm very edgy and emotional right now, and would give anything for a little bit of milk, Protein shake, or Soup (not broth!!).

It's an "alone" feeling right now. I don't know anyone I can talk to about these emotions, so I'm hoping someone here has been through this! Thanks for reading this whining. I am irritated with myself!

oh my lord u are not alone im all most 3 weeks post op and i still think about food no as much but some time its hard cause were so use to eating what ever and when ever we didnt get this way over night so it will take a little time for our new life u can do it and it will get better were all here if u need to vent good luck

[AmyInOrlando 348]

I'm 8 days out and I still haven't felt hungry. The first week staying hydrated is the most important thing to do. Apple juice and Mango Italian Ice were my favorites.

[Kimmy1813 77]

You are not whining, so don't beat yourself up. And you're not alone, we are all here listening and sympathising. Many of us have been where you are...

Day 4 post op and I cried all day. Hormones all over the place, tired because I wasn't getting enough food or Water in and experiencing buyers remorse - what the hell had I done to myself???

Woke up on day 5 feeling more rested and just generally better and the corner was turned. Who knows why but you have just been through a major surgery so strange things happen. It's an emotional time - but all of this will pass, you will start to feel better, healthier and you will lose weight. Keeping up with your kids will get easier :-))))

So chin up, it's very early days, focus on doing what you can with your liquids and remember - u r most definitely not alone! Good luck, keep us updated....

I'm 4 days post op and I've been emotional today.....several crying bouts.....do not like feeling this way.....hoping it goes away soon. Have been wondering why I did this to myself and just want to eat some real food. Trying to hold it together!

[Chele H 427]

Try some sugar free ice pops..sorta makes you feelike you are eating something.

[Indigo1991 1,612]

Kimmy1813, I promise u it will pass, life will get better... I felt exactly the way u r describing but from that low point, I started heading back up. Am almost 4 months out and wouldn't change a minute of what I've gone through. No regrets - but once u get through the first two weeks, it does get better :-)))))

[breederb 22]

Oh honey, you're not alone as I'm a hot mess!!! I was sleeved on July 29 & my dr only allows liquids for THREE WEEKS. 21 days. My stomach actually growls like it did before... I imagine myself diving into a bowl of Pasta at Olive Garden... Anyway, I think are thoughts are normal. Good luck

[PGee 318]

I'm right there with you.....the gatorade G2 helped me today when I was light headed.....also boullion (a bit on the salty side rather than broth, but I think it helped.

Jello and jigglers (both SF) helped

I was having spasms, so the ice pops and anything cold was a no no for me, I'm a little leary to try them again...I dilute and drink warm: Isopure clear (protein), sf apple juice, and crystal light....easier to get down......

Good luck.

[skinnyfate1004 21]

It's so worth it! A week in I finally got to the thoughts of this is awesome I do t feel like eating and when I do eat its effortless !! Don't think what you can't have think of it as you don't have to have the event if eating anymore! And I get on scale everyday !! That's my motivation! Seeing pounds melt off!