barrbdoll

YES!! I can totally relate.... It was 11 days after surgery before I finally "went".... I had to start drinking "smooth move" tea each evening to get regular again.. I definitely don't go as often as I did before surgery but the tea really helped. You may want to add some stool softeners to your diet as well. I highly recommend the tea though! You should be able to buy it in your grocery store... Where all the herbal teas are located. Good Luck!

I enjoyed various wines, beers, Hennessey, Crown Royal as well as other "adult beverages" prior to my surgery. I was a "social" drinker and could put back about 4-5 mixed drinks or glasses of wine before feeling REALLY good... My surgery was April 16th and tried my first drink which was wine at about 8 weeks out.. It BURNED my throat and didn't sit well at all. I tried a Crown n Ginger at about 12 weeks and still... not good.. the only drink I have tried that went down okay was Ciroc and pineapple with a splash of sprite. It took me about 2 hours to drink it but at this point I can honestly say that I don't even desire alcohol anymore.. Once you are sleeved you will notice that your tastes change when it comes to drinks or food.. Some of the foods and drinks that I enjoyed prior to my surgery I don't like at all now.. Not a big deal for me personally.... My boyfriend loves it!! I'm a cheap date AND the designated driver!!! LOL

I am right there with you!! My surgery was April 16th and I can honestly say it was the absolute BEST decision I have ever made!!! and best money I have ever spent!!! No issues here either with the surgery..matter of fact I never felt like I even had surgery!! LOL Like you, I can eat pretty much anything as well but just small portions so I don't feel like I am depriving myself of my favorite foods!! It's the best feeling!!! Down 86lbs and I feel amazing!!!! LOVE MY SLEEVE!!! WOHOO!!!

Almond Milk and Almond/Coconut blend is all I drink...... Much better that regular milk!! At least for me!

I eat pasta and rice just fine.. No issues here... I first started with soups that had rice or pasta and that was at about 3-4 weeks. I'm 4 1/2 months out and I enjoy various pastas such as tortellini, penne, spaghetti, etc.... I usually have some chicken with it though so I can make sure I get protein. Granted, I don't eat much but it digests just fine and doesn't make me feel bad.

My surgery was April 16th. I started eating wheat thins about 3 weeks out...... I added cereal at about 5 weeks.

I am 4 1/2 months out and can pretty much eat anything.. I wasn't a big regular milk drinker before... I drank Almond Milk and still enjoy it post-op. I had half a peanut butter and jelly sandwich the other day and it was sooooooo good! The only thing I have issues with is bananas.. Loved them before but they make me sick now..... Not sure why....

I take meds twice a day and also chew on Tumms here and there and I still have heartburn. My surgery was April 16th. It's the ONLY issue I have had since my surgery. I was on Nexium after surgery and it did nothing so I moved to over the counter generic "Rantidine" that I buy at Sams for around $10.00. Works better than the prescription stuff that I have tried. I hope it eventually goes away.... Time will tell!!!

I eat wheat thin crisps and the Special K chips when I have a crunch craving.. I also eat pretzels with Peanut Butter here and there.

I was eating wheat thins and crackers around week 3.. It was nice to experience the "crunch" factor. I enjoy Honey Nut Cheerios maybe once a week. I've also had Special K. I can't eat much of it but I do enjoy it!! Good Luck!

no issue at all.. I can't shove the whole piece in my mouth so I just cut each roll in half and bombs away!!! LOVE IT!!!!

I pureed Loaded Baked Potato Soup and it was perfect!!! Full of flavor and very satisfying... A lot of folks talk about carbs but its hard not to eat carbs during this stage.. To be honest... I eat a normal diet and enjoy carbs... I haven't had to limit them and my weight loss has been steady since my surgery. I just know that when I do eat which is 4-5 times mini meals a day I always start with Protein first. Good Luck!

I am in the same boat as Kimmy.... I can pretty much eat whatever I want... Just small amounts!! I feel completely satisfied and don't feel deprived of my favorite foods!! My boyfriend loves it!!! I'm a cheap date!!! LOL

Don't be scared.. it will pass.... Just your body saying.. WOAH!!! What is this??? Your body will tell you what it likes and doesn't like.... Take this as a sign and stay away from foods like this in the future...

Yes.. Normal.. My leaked a lil bit too.. maybe about 48 hours.. .I just put a band aid on top.... The hole closed up and no problems since...

I don't really monitor my carbs but I enjoyed Dreamfields before surgery and still enjoy it to this day!! Tastes great and personally, I can't tell any difference!

There are soooooo many variables here..... Age, children, smoking, and just plain overall genetics play a HUGE part... At my highest I was 332lbs but I am also 5'10 and even though I carried a good amount in my belly area it was pretty evenly spread out. I never smoked nor had any children and I am soon to be 38 years old. I am down 85 lbs since the middle of March and yes... my girls took a hit. I was a 46D before surgery and am now a 40D. Even though my cup has stayed the same they have definitely shrunk. When I try on my old bras I cant even come close to filling them up. Weird how bra sizing works.. Still a D but smaller?? But that is my case... Now as far as other areas of my body.. I had some stretch marks (small ones - not deep or very noticeable) on my upper thighs, hips and belly as well as a few tiny ones around my tops of my breasts and upper arm right in the crease area where my arm meets my armpit. These are the areas that I am noticing a loss of elasticity however it's not gross..well not to me. Just not what I like to see. I have been using toning bands post-op and have done crunches pretty much every day since about 2 months post-op. When you have 100lbs to lose it's almost impossible NOT to have some saggy skin somewhere. Excess skin was one of my biggest fears as well but with 85lbs off of me I am delighted with how my body is transforming!! I definitely feel that some plastics will be in my future whether it be a tummy tuck, liposculpt, lower body lift, boob lift, etc.... I am definitely open to those types of procedures but I want to hit my goal and determine if I want to have a child or not. I will be 38 soon so time is ticking.. I can see myself getting some nips and tucks done in about 3 years.... Good Luck!

Tylenol IS acetaminophen and it's okay to take... Midol and Pamprin I thought were NSAID's which is what you want to stay away from....

I had my surgery on a Monday, was discharged on Tuesday and went back to the hotel and was laying out by the pool! Wednesday I spent about 4-5 hours shopping.... Had no issues at all... No Gas, No Nausea and other than soreness there was no pain! Best decision I have ever made and best money I have ever spent! Good Luck!

how about calling your doctor????

You are doing just fine but you need to reverse how you eat... Protein first!! Always!! Good Luck!

Ask your Dr. but I would say cardio after 3 -4 weeks and no heavy lifting/crunches until 6 weeks. Of course walking and light tonight (arms & legs) shouldn't be a problem now. But always seek advice from your surgeon. Good Luck!

I am 4 1/2 months post-op and I can eat pretty much anything too.... I still eat smaller portions but I sit with my family and friends while they all eat "regular" portions and I am just fine with that.. I will savor my few bites of great food and be totally satisfied and content. This is a mental journey just as much as a physical one! Best of Luck!