October 14th is the date

[CafeCathey 21]

I'm the 14th and I'm ready!!

[cdenney123 103]

2 more days to go and Im actually now getting full off of a Protein Shake I have lost 8 pounds in 5 days Im finally feeling more and more certain this was the best choice I have made for myself in a long time.

[KarenF1972 78]

How are you guys doing?? I should be going home today. Looking forward to that!! Gas pains are horrible today for some reason! Mainly when I swallow. I can feel it go down and the. It's like a gas bubble coming back up! Yuck!!!

[Angie413 47]

Got home today from the hospital. I am In a lot of pain.. But everything went well with the surgery so just hoping this all passes soon.. How is everyone else doing

[easymack63 18]

I got home yesterday. Like you said, in a lot of pain. Trying to get in Protein and Water but I'm not sure I can. It took me almost 2 hours this morning to get down 8 oz of Isopure. I have constant tummy discomfort but I can't tell if it's gas, nausea, hunger, overstuffing my sleeve, or just from surgery. Any tips?

[Angie413 47]

I haven't begun that stage yet I start tomorrow. Hopefully others can share. I too am still trying to get the Water and crystal light in. Good luck keep me posted

[CafeCathey 21]

Had my RNY bypass on Tuesday 10/14/14 @ 10am and was released to come home Wednesday @ 5pm. I was not in any pain after surgery and was able to do 4 laps around the nurses station about 2 hours after surgery. I had a drain which the Dr. removed before discharge. I have only been drinking Water and Protein Shakes. So far 2 shakes a day for about 47-48 grams of Protein. My water intake has been right around the recommended 64 ounces. Still using pain medication for slight abdominal discomfort, once or twice a day. My Dr. appointment is Monday and at that point I should be able to move on the soft food.

Even with all the information out there I still seem to have so many questions! Everyones experience seems to be sooooo different. So far everything for me is going well. (and I did just knock on wood).

[Melitta 19]

Got home from surgery on Thursday. I had surgery on the 14th. I am on full liquids and I am not having any problems. I had my gas strips in the hospital. Relieved all gas. Really sore and tire easily. But I take walks. Not long ones. But it gets me going in the morning. On full liquids and surprised that no stomach discomfort.

[resipsa89 28]

Hey guys! How is everyone doing more than 1 month post op (almost 6 weeks actually!)? I'm down 31 lbs, which I am pretty pleased about. I haven't weighed myself in a week so hopefully it's more!

I was wondering what everyone's menus look like at this stage. My nutritionist cleared me for a normal diet so pretty much I am allowed to eat everything (except the obvious prohibitions). I still supplement with Protein Shakes most days, but on a normal day, I will have an egg for Breakfast with some ketchup, a few wheat crackers with a laughing cow wedge for snack, deli meat (chicken or ham) with avocado for lunch, and then whatever I can get a hold of for dinner (piece of meat, quiche without crust), etc.

How is everyone doing and what is everyone eating?

[shmeyers 240]

I'm doing well. I am on pureed foods till Tuesday, then I can start ground meats, vegetables, and fruits. I am feeling good, have lots of energy. Excited to have some turkey and sweet potato on Thanksgiving.