June 30th Surgery Date

[manofsize 12]

A little itchy-I'll just be glad when the soreness on the left heals up. When I walk it feels like I need to wear Spanx or some kind of support

I'm not itchy. I'm bitchy. I think I've been in this nunnery a little too long! I need to be out and about with actual human beings (who aren't on a television set). Although I don't know what I'd talk about...except my gas, my favorite liquids, my incredible bad breath -- yeah, maybe it's better that I just live out the rest of m life alone in front of the TV. My recommendation for anyone contemplating bariatric surgery: Don't do it during summer reruns!

[ankinray 17]

A little itchy-I'll just be glad when the soreness on the left heals up. When I walk it feels like I need to wear Spanx or some kind of support

I'm not itchy. I'm bitchy. I think I've been in this nunnery a little too long! I need to be out and about with actual human beings (who aren't on a television set). Although I don't know what I'd talk about...except my gas, my favorite liquids, my incredible bad breath -- yeah, maybe it's better that I just live out the rest of m life alone in front of the TV. My recommendation for anyone contemplating bariatric surgery: Don't do it during summer reruns!

Exactly!!

[tiredmama 137]

I am getting itchy too! Incisions are sore and bruised. I am trying to cut down on my pain meds so I can start driving on Monday- nothing major, just need to start picking my son up from camp a mile away from home on weekday afternoons. Grateful I get another week off before I have to go back to work because I get tired out quite easily. I figured out that my sleeve hates one particular brand of Protein Shake (I drank it all the time pre-op) so I will avoid that one for now. I am trying to alternate between shakes and pureed Soups (thinned with skim milk) just for a little variety. I don't really get hungry but my energy is better if I have something other than Clear Liquids a couple of times per day. Not yet meeting my Protein goal (60-80 grams) but getting closer.

[manofsize 12]

I am getting itchy too! Incisions are sore and bruised. I am trying to cut down on my pain meds so I can start driving on Monday- nothing major, just need to start picking my son up from camp a mile away from home on weekday afternoons. Grateful I get another week off before I have to go back to work because I get tired out quite easily. I figured out that my sleeve hates one particular brand of Protein shake (I drank it all the time pre-op) so I will avoid that one for now. I am trying to alternate between shakes and pureed Soups (thinned with skim milk) just for a little variety. I don't really get hungry but my energy is better if I have something other than clear liquids a couple of times per day. Not yet meeting my Protein goal (60-80 grams) but getting closer.

Hi, T.M. (TiredMama)....I'm curious to know what, besides Soup and Protein Drinks, you are "eating"? Besides Water, that's all I'm eating -- mainly because I can't think of anything else to drink!! Well, I'm having coffee in the morning, but that's it. Since I have at least another week of this, Any suggestion would be helpful...but I have a feeling there's nothing more out there! Let me know what you discover.

[tiredmama 137]

@@manofsize, so far I have only tried Protein Shakes, Soup, sugar free Popsicles and sugar free Jello. Plain Water isn't sitting well so I am drinking Vitamin water zeros and Decaf iced tea. My manual from the nutritionist says that all of the following are allowed on full liquid stage- fully pureed Soups, cream of wheat made very runny, sugar free yogurts thinned with milk, no sugar added smooth ice cream. Too much dairy can upset my stomach so I am going to pick up some almond milk and soy milk so I have other options for thinning things out or mixing with Protein powders.< /p>

Edited July 5, 2014 by tiredmama

[BrwnsugabayB 23]

So I found out my itching was an allergic reaction to the adhesive in the steri-stripes. I have red raised rashes and blisters it sucks. On top of that my stomach is upset making me not really want to eat much which is lowering my energy level. All and all I'm full of complaints this is definitely a bad day for me.

[livingmore 23]

So I found out my itching was an allergic reaction to the adhesive in the steri-stripes. I have red raised rashes and blisters it sucks. On top of that my stomach is upset making me not really want to eat much which is lowering my energy level. All and all I'm full of complaints this is definitely a bad day for me.

You are not alone! I have the blisters and rashes where my adhesive was too

[tiredmama 137]

Hi June 30 buddies! We got through the first week. For me, I am starting to feel stronger and am doing a little more- yesterday I did some organizing in son's playroom (no lifting) and took a short walk down the block. Both felt good but tired me out! I plan to start driving today so no more narcotics for me. When is everyone allowed to start purees? I have a few more days on full liquids.

[Christine RN 19]

Hi June 30 buddies! We got through the first week. For me, I am starting to feel stronger and am doing a little more- yesterday I did some organizing in son's playroom (no lifting) and took a short walk down the block. Both felt good but tired me out! I plan to start driving today so no more narcotics for me. When is everyone allowed to start purees? I have a few more days on full liquids.

I still have another week of clears then on to full for a week.....won't see purée for at least two weeks

[livingmore 23]

Hi June 30 buddies! We got through the first week. For me, I am starting to feel stronger and am doing a little more- yesterday I did some organizing in son's playroom (no lifting) and took a short walk down the block. Both felt good but tired me out! I plan to start driving today so no more narcotics for me. When is everyone allowed to start purees? I have a few more days on full liquids.

Yay! That's awesome that you are feeling better with more energy.

I drove for the first time yesterday and will drive to the doctor this afternoon to have my staples removed (I have 14 total).

Overall I am less sore everyday and the bruising is getting a little better. My liquids are going down easier and I can drink now about 4-5 oz at a time (in 30 mins span).

I am on the full liquid diet for another week and start soft foods next Monday. The liquids don't bother me. I am not hungry at all, but the head hunger is a battle - seeing my family eat BBQ over the 4th was tough.

I am on a Facebook group through my surgeon's office and apparently a woman 2 weeks post op ate a chicken finger and busted her staple line. Every time I think about real food, I think of that then go back to enjoying my Water or Protein shake!!

Good luck to everyone starting week 2!

[ankinray 17]

I'm on full liquids until the 15th, then puréed. feeling great-driving, lots of walking.

[livingmore 23]

How many calories are you all getting per day? I'm lucky to get about 400 these days... But I am getting 60gms Protein by sipping on my shakes throughout the day.

I am curious if you guys have been given a target to try to reach?

[BrwnsugabayB 23]

I think I'm averaging about 800 calories a day max. But only like 40 oz of fluids

[tiredmama 137]

The nutritionist at my pre-op class said there was no need to count calories at this stage and just to concrete on staying hydrated and getting in as much Protein as possible. I tried driving today and found it pretty uncomfortable on my incisions.

[ankinray 17]

I don't have a calorie requirement. I'm supposed to have 45-60 GMS Protein and 48-64 oz Water per day.