pandee04

Hi everyone! I hit the one year mark 3 weeks ago Last month I'd been awoken by severe nausea and violent dry heaving/slimies. It happened around 4am every morning like clockwork. This lasted a few days and I figured maybe it was just something I'd eaten. It started up again yesterday. There hasn't been a change in my diet and my last meal is typically at 8pm. I have scheduled an appointment to see my doctor but it's not until next week and I can't seem to find answers. Has anyone else experienced this? Thanks!

I'm 4 weeks & a day out and have lost 36 pounds. I'm stuck in this forever long 3rd week stall and have been yoyoing between 2 pounds - it's beyond frutrating! I try to tell myself that it happens and it's normal but I have days when I'm just so frustrated and borderline discouraged. The upside is that my clothes are fitting much better! I'm able to eat an array of things but no raw fruits and veggies yet - I never realized how much I loved salads and fruit! I went to a restaurant with family and spotted someone with a ceasar salad and I could've killed for a bite or two! I can't get enough Protein in from the food I eat so I still have to drink 1 Protein shake a day. Exercise was easy to fit in while I was off work but since I've gone back it's been a challenge to fit it in.

Palm Springs, CA

I have a really tough time adjusting to this too and can't seem to get through a meal without at least a 2-3 *very* small sips.

Hi! I am 2 weeks out and my worst day was the day after surgery but I did have the happy morphine button to help me tremendously. Once they removed the drain, I was so much more comfortable (day 3). The first week was ok - the only discomfort I had was sitting down, laying down and getting up. It wasn't anything unbearable. I was given Tylenol to relieve some pain and that worked well for me. My second week was much easier! I've been able to sleep on my side without any discomfort. The only thing is I felt so great that I over did it and am now a little sore from it. One thing that's been a lifesaver for me is a small pillow to press against my stomach when I have to cough or sneeze - it's a strange feeling (slightly painful) and "holding it in" made it easier. I'd also get clothes that button on the front - easier than pulling a shirt over her head Good luck with your surgery and try not to worry too much - it's minimal pain for what you get in return!!

I'm 2 weeks out and have the same problem. I'm using Johnson & Johnson cream baby oil - works wonders for me!

My surgeon didn't require a pre-op diet aside from the liquid diet 2 days before surgery. I went on a liquid diet (protein shake overload) myself a week before to kind of get used to the changes though.

I keep meaning to but never get around to it! I will tonight though

I'm 2 weeks post-op tomorrow and feel like I can go back to work. It's an environment that requires a lot of walking and standing with very minimal lifting. I do think it really depends on how quickly your body heals though. Good luck!

Aww I feel ya! Don't feel like you're failing... It just takes a little bit of time to get used to this I've been reading tons and from the responses I've gotten, it seems that you have to work up to consuming as much as we have to. p.s. congrats on the 20lbs! that's awesome!

Thank everyone for your support and suggestions! I have been adding a bit of unflavored Protein powder to everything I eat and drink so I'm slowly getting close to what my goal is. I have to keep telling myself I'm just starting out and it's a process. Thanks again for the responses! Karen, I've been adding protein to everything and after the shakes, I still need about 40g of protein so what I do is grab a small tupperware, put two scoops of protein in it (42g) and just sprinkle/scoop some in whatever I'm eating. I make big batches of soup and use about a tablespoon in a 4oz serving.

Hi Robyn! I'm on liquids right now so it's a lot of broths and strained Soup. I can also do yogurt, Jello and pudding along with popsicles too. My main source of Protein should be coming from the shakes - 2 servings a day. I've been able to drink a tad under that. I just picked up flavorless protein and added that to some soup and that did help to get extra protein in with the soup. I LOVE the timer idea, Lynda! I will be testing that out tomorrow. Nessa, I know EXACTLY what you mean about the water! I add crystal light to my Water to make it go down easier. I'm with you on working on this! Thanks, BoBann! I'm just so worried about doing something "wrong".

Hi everyone! My name's Elle and I'm new to the site! I've spent a lot of time reading (by reading, yea, I mean lurking ) and have learned a ton. I was sleeved on 9/5 and have been home since Friday. I'm having a hard time getting in enough Protein and enough Water for the day... It seems almost impossible for me to get 80g of protein AND 64oz of water. None of it gives me intolerable nausea, but I feel full instantly and just don't have the appetite (I never thought I'd say that - EVER!). I keep thinking it might just be because I had it done not too long ago but I'm not sure. I've been searching for a "meal plan" or schedule type thing to go by but can't seem to find one. Moving around, exercising, Vitamins, etc etc is all where I should be but it's just the protein and water intake. Any advice or tips would be so greatly appreciated!!! TIA! Oh, I've been getting in maybe 35-40g protein and 24-30oz water daily.