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I'm eating nonfat refried beans with a sprinkle of cheese.

Great idea!

I'm 3 weeks post op and I track protein and water.

Thanks everyone. I am sure this is normal, but the pureed stage is rough. I have only one more week, which I think I can handle. Looking forward to a bite of peanut butter tonight!

Thanks for the info. I am in the same boat with the soup and eggs. I think I'll try ricotta today!

I can't wait to buy matching bra and undies from Victoria's Secret.

Are you being a bit too hard on yourself?

Welcome! I lived on here for the first 2 weeks! I'm 3 weeks post op, and feel a lot more normal now.

I swear I searched for this in all of the posts, but didn't find my answer. Can I have a little Peanut Butter on a spoon during the pureed stage? I am three weeks post-op and I must admit I am having trouble with pureed foods, and I've been still eating a lot of yogurt and drinking shakes and powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury broth; however when I cross over to food, I'm probably eating soft stage food rather than pureed. I need more options. Any thoughts on peanut butter?

At 11 days, you are still healing. I would encourage you to focus on the healing before the weight loss. Hang in there.

I've mixed the unflavored powder with yogurt. There is no taste at all.

I really enjoy the broth, as I am sick sick sick of sweet protien shakes! (2 weeks post op + 1 week liquid diet)

Mama, I don't know much about anemia. And no, the Novasure didn't help much with mood swings, maybe a little, but not measurably so. However, I had to take alternating ibuprofen and Tylenol daily when on my period. The pain was so bad, and I am less irritable now.

It is hard. I cheated twice: one bite of cheese and one piece of Werthers candy. Then I realized, it is a slippery slope and I will never stop, unless I stop. So I stayed the course and made it all the way, and I was so proud of myself. If you're gonna cheat, drink an extra shake. Best of luck!

I'm 40 now, and I had Novasure in 2-1/2 years ago. I have been very pleased with the results. I know when I am having a period, but I never need any more than a pantyliner, and most of the time, not even that. I used to have very heavy bleeding and cramping. I no longer feel cramping at all. I wouldn't hesitate one bit to do that again! Hope this helps! Best.

I did feel that way at first, but this week, that has subsided. From what I have read here, it has to do with swelling. When the swelling goes down, the pressure is less. Hope you feel better!

I had a hiatal hernia repair, and I don't think my recovery was any worse. I did take my pain medicine regularly about the first week. On day 6, it was like a switch and I started feeling better and being able to take drinks, rather than sips. I don't have any more specific info on the hernia, as I see my doctor tomorrow. I am 2 weeks post op (today) and I feel great. Hope this helps!

I'm in Houston. I would love to keep in touch!

I am two weeks post op, and I am still using a pillow to support me when I sleep on my side. It really helps, but honestly, I was about 6 days out before I could lay comfortably in any position. At day 6, though, it was like a light switch and I started feeling better all around. Hang in there!

I've lost about 15 pounds, including the 6 from the pre-op diet (one week). I am now 2 weeks post op. I'm a little disappointed because I see all of these 20+ pound losers in the first weeks, and I am only at 9 from the surgery (in 14 days). I hope I didn't do all of this to lose 15 pounds. On the other hand, being 15 pounds lighter does feel great.

I watched too. Big mistake!

It will go away, but it took about 12 days for me. I kept calling my doctor's office asking if it was normal. I took my pain meds fairly regularly, and it helped with the shoulder ache.

I think this is normal due to the IV (even at 158). Much rest and speedy recovery to you!

Your post gave me goosebumps! I am hoping to run someday too. And I am thinking maybe I'll try that Jillian Michaels workout. Great idea! Best to you, let us know how the 5k goes!

Wow, have you talked to your VSG surgeon? I would try to get an opinion from another doctor who has more experience with the WLS before making a decision. Best of luck!