April 2014 RNY/Bypass Post Op Support

[sweetnell 6]

Hi Everyone, It sounds like everyone is doing well and we are all touching on the same problems. I like how some of your Doctors are following your diet and sending you up dates as you go. I think that is a real plus. I was given guide sheets in clinic and hospital to follow ,but sometimes feel lost. Reading what you are doing give me some additional information. I am still having problems getting my Protein. Last night not sure what happened but ate sugar free pudding with added protein (I had eaten one earlier no problem), Within a few minutes I think it was a dumping I became very sick it was scary terrible. I don't want that to happen again. I am trying to learn what my body is feeling and trying to tell me. Thanks everyone

[CalmSpirit 10]

sweetnell, if you would like information on post op diet plan I can give you information on what I have. My program included a six monthly nutrition class and at the last one we were given detail information on post op diet plan to insure a good success after surgery. We also have two in-person support groups a month that is facilitated by a nutritionist and psychologist - very helpful.

Sorry to hear you got sick last night. I have heard these stories and am not looking forward to experiencing. But I hear there is a lot of trial and error on what our new stomach will accept.

Take care,

[CalmSpirit 10]

I noticed I don't have my knee pain anymore! Going up the stairs is no longer a slow process. So excited. )

[MissTrish14 44]

MissTrish14 I'm 3 weeks today. Protein has been my big struggle. I was allowed 1/2 scrambled egg, and up to 1/4 cup canned tuna or salmon this past week. Eating "real" food was very exciting. I'm not hungry which is really good. But I don't have much energy and need to get in more protein. I'm off any protein supplements. So my calorie intake has been under 200 daily. I would like to start to exercise but I really need calories to do that.

I'm down 18.5 from the morning of surgery. 24.5 from the day I started the 3 day clear liquid diet.< /p>

I tried tuna about a week ago, it just didn't agree with me then but I'm going to try again my favorite right now is loaded baked potato Soup. I only eat about a fourth of a cup but that is enough to satisfy

[jsc2 12]

Woohoo! I can move on to the next stage full liquids.

[Amyllf2 206]

I keep hearing so much about yummy Soup and I'm so bummed I am not allowed to have any!!! The downside of knowing what other people are allowed to have on their programs!!

[Crystalk1011 3]

Today was the first day I have been away from home for most of the day. I didn't think I would be gone so long, but I just got home after 6 hours. I haven't eaten since 9 am and I'm starved. My question, what do you all take for food when you don't have access to broth or yogurt or cottage cheese?

[Swhitton85 66]

Today was the first day I have been away from home for most of the day. I didn't think I would be gone so long, but I just got home after 6 hours. I haven't eaten since 9 am and I'm starved. My question, what do you all take for food when you don't have access to broth or yogurt or cottage cheese?

I usually stop by walgreens or rite aid or even a gas station & buy a mozzarella string cheese to hold me over & it's a perfect amount!

[CalmSpirit 10]

Today was the first day I have been away from home for most of the day. I didn't think I would be gone so long, but I just got home after 6 hours. I haven't eaten since 9 am and I'm starved. My question, what do you all take for food when you don't have access to broth or yogurt or cottage cheese?

I use a lunch tote that keeps things cold with blue ice bar. It keeps my shake cold for hours. I carry it with me wherever I go so that I don't miss getting in my Protein Shake or Water. I'm not on any solid food yet but when I am I'm sure I can just throw the in too. We went to the botanical gardens the weekend after my surgery and I just carried my tote with me.

[gixxergirl 85]

I just tried light applesauce and it hurts so bad. I feel like there's a brick in my chest and it's cramping. Nooooo

[CalmSpirit 10]

I just tried light applesauce and it hurts so bad. I feel like there's a brick in my chest and it's cramping. Nooooo

Oh no! So sorry. Hope it goes away soon! Scratch applesauce. :-(

[teacherlady2133 258]

Today I am 8 days post op and food is not my issue. I measure my liquid because I am able to drink like normal and have had no problems. My issues right now are my emotions. I am either so short or want to cry really easy. It feels like PMS.

I know as the weight leaves my hormones increase but this is a crazy roller coaster!

Anyone else dealing with this so soon?

[sweetnell 6]

HI, Teacherlady, I could count back and about the same time I was bottoming out emotionally. Not sure why. I have had a lot of ups and downs. I went a whole day in bed not wanting to talk to anyone. Hang in there I think as we heal and can resume a normal life. That things will be better

[teacherlady2133 258]

HI, Teacherlady, I could count back and about the same time I was bottoming out emotionally. Not sure why. I have had a lot of ups and downs. I went a whole day in bed not wanting to talk to anyone. Hang in there I think as we heal and can resume a normal life. That things will be better

Thank you! I guess I knew it would happen just so soon was a shocker and my family is not understanding where it is coming from. My husband keeps saying "what is wrong?"or blaming everything on pain! I will hang in there!! So excited for all the changes..

[sweetnell 6]

Hi CalmSpirit, Thanks I would like anything you would like to share. I could give you my email unless you want to post it here.