Aaliyanah

I had a On-q pain pump post op ( I think some responses in this topic is causing some confusion, this is not a pca pain pump that the pt controls via iv, this is medication that is being infused directly into the belly via tiny long catheters that go directly into the abdomen) and I had good results with the right side that wasn't leaking, the left side wasn't in properly and leaking and I had significant pain there all night after surgery. The next day when the anesthesiologist came to remove the pump and catheters, she just kept on apologizing and saying that's why I had pain on my left side. If both sides were functioning, I would've needed no pain meds at all, my right side stayed pain free for 2 days after surgery and I truly think the on-q pain pump was the reason.

My ONLY regret, is that I didn't do it sooner!

I've also decided to take a scale break for 30 days and focus on eating right and getting my exercise in... The scale hasn't moved for me in 2 weeks... So frustrating, but God has a way of making you see the upside of things... I went shopping and bought a size 12 (haven't worn that in yeeeeaaaarrrrrsssss) and not only did it fit... But it's also a little loose!!!! Just be patient!! It will get better!!!

I just vowed to not get on a scale for 30 days bc I'm at a stall too, no movement on the scale for 2 weeks, I'm just gonna focus on eating right and exercising.... Like you said before at least you haven't gained!!!

I've also decided to take a scale break for 30 days and focus on eating right and getting my exercise in... The scale hasn't moved for me in 2 weeks... So frustrating, but God has a way of making you see the upside of things... I went shopping and bought a size 12 (haven't worn that in yeeeeaaaarrrrrsssss) and not only did it fit... But it's also a little loose!!!! Just be patient!! It will get better!!!

I've also decided to take a scale break for 30 days and focus on eating right and getting my exercise in... The scale hasn't moved for me in 2 weeks... So frustrating, but God has a way of making you see the upside of things... I went shopping and bought a size 12 (haven't worn that in yeeeeaaaarrrrrsssss) and not only did it fit... But it's also a little loose!!!! Just be patient!! It will get better!!!

Today I weighed myself and I was 180 on the dot. That means as of today 200 unwanted lbs, have left the building. I never ever thought I could get this far....
Thanks to most of you who have inspired me and encouraged me and helped me with all my problems thus far!!!!!

I just vowed to not get on a scale for 30 days bc I'm at a stall too, no movement on the scale for 2 weeks, I'm just gonna focus on eating right and exercising.... Like you said before at least you haven't gained!!!

"You're getting too skinny!" That makes me laugh. Where was your heartfelt concern when I was slowly committing suicide with knife and fork!?!?!

Congrats to you!!!! I'll be 2 weeks post-op tomorrow, hope to be as successful as you!!!

Call your dr. Sometimes they get samples. Or maybe try a generic.

Good for you girlie!!! Good luck!!

Bang bang.... Guns ablazing!!!! Good for you... I just heard jokes about not being able to eat... I took that in stride...lol

Good for you girlie!!! Good luck!!

Bang bang.... Guns ablazing!!!! Good for you... I just heard jokes about not being able to eat... I took that in stride...lol

Rule # 1
MOMS ARE CRAZY!!!
Rule # 2
When talking on the phone with them it's always best to multitask, and just say "yep" and "ah ha"
Once in a while...
For instance when I talk to mine I'm usually watching "real housewives" at the same time or playing "words with friends"

Go head girlie!!!

Aaliyanah, my surgery date is December 9, I'm excited and extremely nervous. But I am glad I found this website and as added plus so many nurses like me. I have very little support at home, so keep the positive energy coming.

I don't have RN in my name for the simple fact that I don't want people to think that I think " I'm better than them", however if I see RN in a person's name and they seem nice I may reply to their dialogue and point out that I'm a nurse as well. I find that a lot of nurses do seem to be bariatric patients for the same reasons as noted in a previous reply...... We are a selfless profession... Constantly worrying about others needs and neglect our own... Don't have time to eat Breakfast, then you're ravenously hungry when you eat lunch at 330pm ( forcing you to eat terribly) then you get home at 8:00 and eat something terrible ( quick and usually something you pick up on the way home from work). We're not even going to talk about the unhealthy treats brought in by family members to snack on throughout the day... Lol. I feel as though being a nurse helps one to choose a doctor for surgery based on experience ( I work in the hospital my dr practices at) I also feel as though nurses are realistic people, medically speaking.

Go head girlie!!!

I pre-burned those calories before eating them. Did a half marathon so .......yay moderation.

I just thought I was seeing things...(as I sip on broth)... Lol

I'm 9 days post-op doing very well, but it just cracks me up that while I'm sitting here watching tv, there's nonstop food commercials on! What a way to feel left out Just figured I'd make you guys laugh

It tastes like a caramel latte and has 20grms of Protein in it. It has a fair amount of carbs, too.. But the way I see it, if it's a Meal Replacement - I'll take those carbs.
Can't remember what its called. I'll get back to you on that one!
<wanders off to rummage in her bin>

Go head girlie!!!