Liliana Arleen

Geno I am I am having an horrible gas daily and it comes with chest pain. I addressed this at my last visit and they told me is normal for some people after surgery but I really need they do something about it. BTW how is everybody doing??? I been stuck at 187-188 I haven't lose a pound for a week or so : ( It sucks!!! I don't know what the heck I am doing wrong.

Ok so I will be 3 weeks post op this next wednesday and I just started my mushies recently. I been having half of 1 scramble egg with a bit of fat free cheese and I made this with a bit of lactose free fat free milk. I can only eat half, I think I probably can eat the whole egg but I stopped when I feel full. I want to try to get as much as protein I can with only food so I can have at least 2 shakes of protein a day and complete the rest of my protein intake with foods. Anyone can recommend me a website or something where to calculate how much protein,calories etc you are eating. I am confused because I don't know much protein is in every food I eat. So far I tried refried beans and I able to eat 2 tsp at once,with a sprinkle of cheese. I can't eat much beans ( I LOVE them ) but they are causing more gas than I already have . How much you could eat at almost 3 weeks out? what are some normal portions to eat? Is half an egg ok? I don't want to over eat. Is hard for me because when I get full,I don't have any signs like burps or chest pain I am taking my time eating,I ate half an egg in about 20 minutes and then I wait 30 minutes to sip on something.TIA

I thought this day was never going come lol I am finally starting my purees after 4 weeks in liquids pre op 2 and post op 2 as well. I am excited to use my blender for something else that is not protein shakes LOL I know people asked this question before but I would like to see how your menu consisted when you were in puree diet? Like any ideas besides tuna,green beans,refried beans? I am quiet confused about the amounts I am suppose to start eating. I will see my surgeon tomorrow so I will ask him as well but I want different opinions to have some more ideas TIA my lovely sleeve sisters

We started at the same weight almost I hope I can do as good as you You look terrific Congrats!!! And I haven't told my family about my surgery either =)

Zumba is awesome. I did it before surgery. Is a lot of movement too. I am having a hard time sipping slowly with my liquids lol

Thank you so much for your input Diva I think I will just start with treadmill walking for about 30 minutes and some bike,then I will move to the elliptical when I feel like I can do more I will goggle the DVD's Thanks!

I agree with the comments above. I had my c section in 2009 December and I was in way more pain with the c section than with the sleeve. Remember that the c section incision is way bigger. The VSG incisions are 4-5 but smaller You will do fine and you will be able to walk the same surgery day. Good luck!

I am nearly 3 weeks out now and I am stuck in 187, I am thinking positive. I just started going to the gym and I know working out is going to help.Don't stress out. I know how you feel but the weight will come off faster as soon has you become more active and active.

Ok so I will be 3 weeks post op wednesday and I know everyone is different, But do you remember how much you used to eat at this stage? Like how many tsp's at once? I still on purees of course. I would like to see if I am eating the right portions. Yesterday I ate some refried beans and then after tsp I forgot and I had a sip of water,oooppss my stomach hurt a little. I am doing my best and waiting 30 minutes after every meal or snack. Thanks in advance

that sounds yummy Lissa

Thanks I hope so he he

Awesome thanks Congrats on your weight loss is amazing!

Awesome Thanks!!!

I am sorry you are going through this I had surgery a day after you. I really hope they can help you out with the pain so you will feel better

Thanks hun. Sounds Right what you said about getting our protein with shakes . How often are you eating , every 2-3 hours ?

Is hard but you need to make sacrifices to get great results at the end . I was on a liquid diet for 4 weeks total and I never cheat . I don't compare my self to others because my surgeon is the one who decide what's best for me . You CAN do it . I don't know your surgeon but mine won't operate on anyone who didn't follow the pre op diet. I think one single cookie won't hurt but dont do it again . You need to start from now to follow your dr rules so you can successful with your sleeve . Good Luck!!!

Awesome : ) Thanks Lissa I have fitness pal on my phone but I haven't try it yet I will now...

Best of luck!!!

Ok so I'm 1 day post op and I started my liquids today , It hurts terrible that I can even sip , it hurts pretty bad to swallow . Today I could not even eat SF Jello no mater how long I chew it When it goes down hurts terribly . Does this gets better at my 2nd or 3rd day? The most that is bothering me in the chest pain , it feels so tight . I been walking and trying to sip but nothing improves it. I really hope I can drink better tomorrow . How many days does it takes for the pain when swallow even water to go away? I'm exhausted and thristy and when I sip is a nightmare!!!

Hello,I am planning on buying a few books and I would love some suggestions for bariatric recipe books or any other great book TIA

AWESOME Thanks a LOT

I had miscarried before, I am sure you can DO this, Im here for you if you need to vent or talk,send me a message,would love to read from you,Sorry for your loss,big hug!!!

I am in the same boat as you and today is my day 15. I am trying my hardest still to get my protein daily intake and my fluids. I started taking B12 too and it seems to work a little with my energy. I was dehydrated around day 6 post op and they gave an IV.You can call your Dr and ask to get an IV I felt much better after just one. I still struggling with fluids intake at day 15, but I have faith it will get better with the time as my new banana shape stomach heals lol Get well soon!!!

Congrats!!!! Get well soon