1stgradeteacher

I had what seemed like exactly the same thing at about 5 weeks out. I put hydrogen peroxide on it and then neosporin. Kept it covered during the day to prevent irriation from clothing. It finally went away, but took a few weeks. Everything is fine now (at 2 1/2 mos.).

I am a teacher also, and I bought a Bento Box. I usually pack leftovers from the night before since I can't ever eat the entire amount. It's a good way not to waste food! If I don't have leftovers, I make some chicken salad from canned chicken and light mayo, egg salad, or tuna. I also love turkey meatballs with a few spoons of marinara sauce. You can just buy a jar of the sauce and keep it in the refrigerator. The smaller containers are great for cottage cheese or fruit. I agree, they are pricey, but definitely worth it since I use it all the time!

I was sleeved on 12/28...saw my surgeon for my post-op visit yesterday. He told me to try to keep my calorie intake at 900 - 1000 calories per day.

I do the same thing....strained vegetable soup is really good too! It's still a full liquid just like canned broth. You are only drinking the broth.