Andrea72 510 Posted April 30, 2016 I'm a little over 5 weeks out and so far so good except for one thing. These last 3 days when I go to eat, I've only managed a bite or two before feeling full. I haven't yet experienced anything like this, so I'm not sure if I could have caused an issue, or if I'm swallowing too much air. That's what it really feels like. So my question is, is there anything I can do to try and stop this? My calories have dropped tremendously cause I feel full all the time, so I'm worried Ill go back to feeling like crap like in the beginning. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted April 30, 2016 That sounds pretty normal if you are eating more solid foods. Make sure you are still taking small small bites and chewing thoroughly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrea72 510 Posted April 30, 2016 I was actually allowed solids starting in week 3 without any problem. That's why it's throwing me off now since I'm eating things I have already tried. Maybe I'm not aware as much and taking too big of bites. Thanks so much. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KindaFamiliar 3,867 Posted April 30, 2016 I have nothing to add to the wisdom of @@Inner Surfer Girl So I'll simply smile and nod... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ryan TN 348 Posted May 1, 2016 my serving size at your point was 1/4 cup, so you aren't very far from that. I was on soft/pureed food at that point. a scrambled egg was all I could handle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrea72 510 Posted May 1, 2016 I'll take the smile and nod, @@KindaFamiliar , and raise you a "Hey". Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrea72 510 Posted May 1, 2016 And since I started, @@Ryan TN, I've only been able to handle roughly 3 ounces of whatever it was.....way more than boiled eggs......but the salads, broiled fish, and grilled chicken, which I've all handled no problem, now it seems to be either getting stuck, or just one bite and I'm done. After reviewing @@Inner Surfer Girls wisdom, I'm sure I'm probably taking too big of a bite. Feeling so good lately has caused me to forget the surgery at times. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KindaFamiliar 3,867 Posted May 1, 2016 @@Andrea72 Firstly, I'll see your "Hey" and I'll raise you a "How you doin'?" Now, to the food... You gotta chew... No... You REALLY gotta chew!!! Forget the 'chew 20 times' sh*t... CHEW!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ryan TN 348 Posted May 1, 2016 It happens! What I found works well for me, especially when I am out eating is, I take a bite, then set the fork down and chew, chew, chew.This keeps me from gulping everything down too fast. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrea72 510 Posted May 1, 2016 Well....@@KindaFamiliar , I'm great except for the slight issue but thanks to you and @@Ryan TN , I totally see my problem. Like I said since I finally started feeling really good, my mind isn't consumed with the surgery so I've been slacking in the slow down, small bites, and chew department. I'm still measuring....but I'm gulping. Thanks for the tips, gentleman. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrea72 510 Posted May 1, 2016 Guess I need to dig out the baby spoons and forks again!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KindaFamiliar 3,867 Posted May 1, 2016 @@Andrea72 Happy to have been of some assistance... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrea72 510 Posted May 1, 2016 (edited) You aren't out of the woods yet @@KindaFamiliar I'm just starting this process. I'll have plenty of questions to keep everyone busy. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Edited May 1, 2016 by Andrea72 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ryan TN 348 Posted May 1, 2016 Guess I need to dig out the baby spoons and forks again!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App I actually did that! Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KindaFamiliar 3,867 Posted May 1, 2016 Ask anything you like @@Andrea72 There's always someone around who'll answer your questions... And as you've probably noticed, there's very little that you can't discuss... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
