MICHELLE LEE

I really like the SF Carnation Instant Breakfast. But.....Ive noticed that carbs and I arent friends. I try to minimize them as much as possible and keep it under 25 a day.

Sounds interesting. A little high on the carbs though.

Hey all,

So I return to my job as a Nursing Assistant on a busy Med/Surg floor on Thursday. Today is my 3 week surgiversary. Im happy to be going back, but nervous at the same time. I run out of energy so quick. For example, yesturday I cleaned the kitchen for maybe 1/2 hour, ran some errands, and when I came home I ended up taking a three hour nap. Then after cooking dinner, I was so tired I went to bed at 7.

So far I have been getting better on my fluids, getting 45-60 oz a day. This is quite an improvement for me. As far as protien, I need to improve. Yesturday I only managed about 35 grams. Could this be the culprit?

Even though you are nauseated, you still need to sip sip sip throughout the day. Mornings are hard for me too because I wake up queasy . Try something warm/hot to start. it relaxes the stomach . I was the same as you, and when I finally started sipping continuously, the nausea cleared with 12 hours. Keep your head up, it gets better.

Congratulations. Youve done great!

Janet,

Hang in there! After about a week and a half or so, things level out. Emotions included. If you are nauseated, drink drink drink. I found that mindless busy work helped to get past frustration. As far as the liquid diet goes, Im write there with ya. I am 17 days out and still on liquids. Just keep your head up and take it day by day!

YOU ARE DOING GREAT!!!!!

I so wish I could move on to puree's. I am 2 1/2 weeks out and still on liquids. Not cause dr said I have to , he actually gave me go ahead for purees. Just anytime I try, it hurts. So Im playing it safe.

I too had GERD before surgery. But, now that I am on an acid reducer, all is well. I would seriously get another opinion as GERD, and gall stones can all be near resolved with the sleeve. It is possible that they may remove your gallbadder as well. Thats was the case with me. Anyhoo, I think the doctor just offers his expert opinion. You have the ultimate decision. Do a little more research before you decide. Best of luck to you!

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I too have lots and lots of clothes in my closet. I was looking at them the other day and my 14 year says to me, "Mom, why do you save all of those? You know they are out of style!" LOL I gotta love her!

We both had surgery the same day. I have been eating Kroger Brand carb master vanilla yogurt. 1 of those is 12g protien. It takes me around an hour to complete 3/4 of it. But on top of that, I try to drink 1 20oz bottle of the RTD Isopure drinks that I got from GNC. They are tolerable. 1 bottle has 40 g protien. So between that and the yogurt, I end up getting 52 g per day. Now Fluid consumption...thats another story. Im only getting around 32 oz a day. Always room for improvement I guess.

FYI:

GNC has the Isopure RTD bottles on sale right now until 2/24/11 for BOGO 50% off. They are normally $4.99 a bottle.

Hope this helps..

If your pain is that sever, by all means play it safe and go to the ER. Be sure to let them know your recent sx history.. Best of luck to you!

I have UHC for Railroad employees. And they do in fact cover th sleeve. I was approved in 3 days, just sleeved on 12/21. They have been nothing but awesome with me. Have you asked for a case manager? If not, I would. Also, it doesnt hurt nothing for the surgeon to submit it anyway and later appeal. Best of luck to ya!

I am still on liquids, ws sleeved 12/21. Here is what I have been drinking (you should still be on liquids for another week):

1) broth from Cup o Noodles (just give someone else the noodles)

2) Lipton Soup mix, no noodles

3) Watered down cream Soups

4) Hot SF Cocoa

5) Lots of herbal teas

I tend to do better with hot stuff anyway, its more soothing for the tummy!

Best of luck to ya!

I dont even want to think about OJ right now. Im already overloaded on stomach acid lol.

I plan on staying away from orange juice. To high in sugar I was told not to take in more then 8-10 grams of sugar at a time, however I'm wondering when I can have my grapefruit juice again...

Yes that's just post op swelling from all of the fluids they pump into you. It will go away in a few days. Glad to hear you are doing good.

Thats good to know. What brand infant Vitamins did you buy?

I'm not sure if t's all GNC's, but the ones in my area in New Mexico have Isopure RTD 20 0z. bottles on sale for BOGO 50% off. Not bad. I tried the green tea version and liked it.

P.S

This sale lasts until 2/24/2011

Get ready for the ride of your life! The changes that are bout to come will blow your mind! CONGRATS!!!!

Thats too funny. I too had steri strips in my belly button. Today, they were itching like mad. So I pulled on them a little and sure enough they came out easy. My belly button looks a little red, but ok otherwise. Today is 7 days post op. Best of luck to ya!

Like Tiffykins said, sounds like you need to give it time to let the swelling go down. Taking anything by mouth was hard for me as well until yesturday. Now I can drink 2-3 oz at a time with no issues. Just keep an eye on your IV fluids, and flood the DR with qustions. That's what you are paying ofr, so make sure he does a good job.

Best wishes.

I am just one week post op. But I started using a skin care set by Jafra that my Mom sent me. It has the night cream, daily cleanser, optimum eyes serum and exfoliater. Thats for my Face! LOL

Now...for the rest of my body , I have been trying to use the Royal Jelly Body Complex she sent me, along with some RJ Pomegranate oil . We will see how that works. Ill keep yall posted...

Absolutley NOT! I have been overweight since the birth pf my first daughter at age 16. I have tried everyhting, changed my behaviors, and even starved myself. The weight would come off, begrudgingly. But....The minute I slacked, it all came right .....I love this sleeve. I am only 1 week post week post today. And to date, including pre-op diet I am down 21 lbs. 13 OF THAT BEING THIS WEEK!

So glad to hear you are doing good, I was sleeved on 12/21 and am doing good as well. We have so much to look forward to in 2011!

Congrats on making that first hard step toward the new you. I am just 6 days post op and starting to feel better each day... You can do this....I will be cheering for you!!!! :D