9 days out

[krisstep 31]

I am 9 days out and feeling all sorts of emotions... Still on Clear Liquids ...right now this is not where I want to be in life.. It's difficult to even just wake up thinking it's another day to feel miserable. Not in any pain physically but I am emotionally hurting.. This sucks!

[MisforMimi 760]

What exactly is bothering you? Can you see your doctor? Maybe an antidepressant to help during this transition? Seeing a therapist? Delayed gratification has never been my strong suit.

[krisstep 31]

I called the registered nurse she said my body is going through a lot of changes and I had major surgery she suggested me to see a psychiatrist I refused ... She said it's common. I get to see one of the surgeons on the 31st. I'll discuss with him and see what options I might have.

[MisforMimi 760]

Well hang in there!

[coastalchick 61]

Was right there with ya just a few days ago. Now that I'm on purees I'm doing much better, but nn I have to admit, each stage is a host of new challenges. I'm doing the best to acknowledge my emotions, and negotiate the fact that my relationship with food has changed. I can't just grab a snickers now to get me by, I have to seek out lean Proteins, and it's a challenge. Best wishes to you on your journey, you got this.

[krisstep 31]

When did you start having purees? I am on stage two and all I want is a veggie Soup ????

[coastalchick 61]

I went on purees at 8 days out, we can do our stages in 1-2 week increments as tolerated. While I am on "puree", I don't actually puree most things, I just chew at least 15x, and my bites are baby spoon quantity. I eat no more than 1/4 C. At a time, and abide by drinking restrictions around meals.

[coastalchick 61]

FYI- my first meat was rotisserie chicken, it is now my go to Protein because it's so flavorful, and tender. I should note that I only eat the breast meat, 2 tablespoons a sitting.