April 2013 Post-Op Group

[Jodibee 17]

Yes I can use fat free mayo or the light kind. The tuna can just be mashed with a fork, but I put the chicken in a food processor.

[Krystal7k 243]

Thanks Krystal...hoping i can start it next week.

Your welcome

[Larry-1958 24]

Today was a great day! I went back on pain meds this AM. I walked a bit more today. I am really getting rid of the gas now! My doctor has me on Clear Liquids for the first 6 days. Absolutely no gas meds. He said I will pass the gas quickly if I walk more. Less pain in my stomach all the time. Tomorrow going to try a mile walk. My drain is really draining well. I go back for my follow up on Monday. Blood pressure is normal and blood sugar is 102. I'm not on any meds at all! PTL!

HW: 320 CW: 287 GW: 175 WLS: 4/30/13

[Krystal7k 243]

Ok so my kids want to go to the chinese buffett tomarrow and im 17 days post op I think I can do it but chinese has always been my weak spot and I dont want to disapoint my kids I want everything to be normal for them what would you guys do

[Larry-1958 24]

Ok so my kids want to go to the chinese buffett tomarrow and im 17 days post op I think I can do it but chinese has always been my weak spot and I dont want to disapoint my kids I want everything to be normal for them what would you guys do

I'm not hungry for anything. I could take them and just drink Water. I absolutely have no cravings for food and I'm not bothered by other people eating around me. Everyone is different and you need to do what "you" feel comfortable with. I know we don't want to disappoint our children, but if it could cause you to stumble, you should stay clear from the situation. Good luck tomorrow and have a great weekend!!

HW: 320 CW: 287 GW: 175 WLS: 4/30/13

[saramichelle 127]

Call your doctor

Yes I agree my doctor sent me home with anti nausea meds thAt were a lifesaver

[pebulz 135]

Ok found the BEST aide for an embarrassing issue .....since surgery ive not been able to wipe myself after going to the bathroom and my hubby has to do it for me ....well he had to back to work today and my biggest worry was he would leave for work and i would get diarrhea and be stuck on the toilet all day...i was so upset and telling my beat friend the other day and she told me about a long reach comfort wipe its sold at walgreens for $7.99 ...i didnt think it would work but figured id try anything and guess what IT WORKS! !!!! wish i wouldve known of this sooner my husband has been great but its very humiliating needing him to do that for me and this thing is wonderful and to think it was 8 bucks!

[yasminsnewjourney 52]

Today was a great day! I went back on pain meds this AM. I walked a bit more today. I am really getting rid of the gas now! My doctor has me on clear liquids for the first 6 days. Absolutely no gas meds. He said I will pass the gas quickly if I walk more. Less pain in my stomach all the time. Tomorrow going to try a mile walk. My drain is really draining well. I go back for my follow up on Monday. Blood pressure is normal and blood sugar is 102. I'm not on any meds at all! PTL!

HW: 320 CW: 287 GW: 175 WLS: 4/30/13

That's great I am so happy you are doing so good keep it up and keep on posting

[yasminsnewjourney 52]

Ok found the BEST aide for an embarrassing issue .....since surgery ive not been able to wipe myself after going to the bathroom and my hubby has to do it for me ....well he had to back to work today and my biggest worry was he would leave for work and i would get diarrhea and be stuck on the toilet all day...i was so upset and telling my beat friend the other day and she told me about a long reach comfort wipe its sold at walgreens for 7.99 ...i didnt think it would work but figured id try anything and guess what IT WORKS! !!!! wish i wouldve known of this sooner my husband has been great but its very humiliating needing him to do that for me and this thing is wonderful and to think it was 8 bucks!

That's great thanks for sharing I need to get some for when I have surgery it's real soon what are they called

[BabyGirl127 20]

How much do you'll eat at a time? I'm 5 weeks out.

Hi Nel On Monday (5/6) I will be 5 weeks out. I eat 2 oz (1/4 cup) at each meal. I am striving to get in 6 meals, but I'm averaging 3-4. Work In Progress!

[pebulz 135]

That's great thanks for sharing I need to get some for when I have surgery it's real soon what are they called

Long reach comfort wipe made by Ideaworks and sold at walgreens for $7.99 and u can order online the say use toilet paper with it but the reviews say use wet wipes so that's what i use and it works great!

[yasminsnewjourney 52]

Long reach comfort wipe made by Ideaworks and sold at walgreens for 7.99 and u can order online the say use toilet paper with it but the reviews say use wet wipes so that's what i use and it works great!

Thanks again :-)

[missmegan 37]

So i had my first vomiting/regurgitation experience last night after work. I had two strawberries and ate them too fast. It's a very odd feeling. I got that stuck feeling followed by "frothing" so tons of spit. Vomiting felt more like burping and the undigested food slid right up. I have been TERRIFIED of vomiting since surgery. I know logically I wouldn't mess anything up, but fears aren't always logical! I had nightmare visions of tearing everything apart inside and vomiting my stomach out! Crazy. Thank goodness it was nothing like that!

HW 296 - SW 266.3 (4/1/13) - CW 252

[Beana21 8]

I'm two and a half weeks out and had lost almost 15 lbs. I weighed myself this morning and found that I've *gained* a pound. Has this happened to anybody else yet? I'm staying within my portion sizes and still on the stage 3 soft Protein diet.

[missmegan 37]

I'm two and a half weeks out and had lost almost 15 lbs. I weighed myself this morning and found that I've *gained* a pound. Has this happened to anybody else yet? I'm staying within my portion sizes and still on the stage 3 soft Protein diet.

It happens all the time. I seem to be one of the slowest losers here myself (only 14 lbs in over a month...) but day to day fluctuations of a couple pounds are totally normal for anyone. They can have to do with Water intake/retention, bowel movements, our special time of the month... Don't freak out, just stick to the plan. Get your liquids and your protein. That's what I'm trying to do everyday!

HW 296 - SW 266.3 (4/1/13) - CW 252