MsCook

At 9 weeks post-op, I would be surprised if you were limited in any way by the RNY. Definitely ask your doctor but don't be surprised if they simply say "cold medicine."

I hope everything works out just as you planned. Good luck!

It truly does vary from surgeon to surgeon. My surgeon released me from the hospital on full liquids--no worries about what had protein or did not. Then at my 2 week follow up appointment, he moved me on to "regular foods"--anything protein (meat, eggs, cheese, etc) and leafy green veggies (a lot like Adkins diet). I was fine with that. But you should follow your surgeon's plan.

Good for you! Nice to reward yourself for your hard work.

Hang in there! The first 3 days of the pre-op diet are the hardest; then it gets easier. You can do this! And the reward at the end of the process is SOOOO worth it!

Can't wait to be able to ride roller coasters again! That's what I'm going to do to reward myself at some future milestone.

Yes, I was in there this weekend, too, taking advantage of the sale prices. But sadly, store personnel did confirm that all Fashion Bug (including online) stores are closing by the end of the year. I think the online presence is closing even sooner. Still, we have some options to get us through until we no longer HAVE to shop at the PLUS size shops.

It might be worth a visit to your primary care doc just to ensure there's not something else going on that's causing the weight gain--maybe hypothyroidism or something. You may also want to keep a food and exercise journal to see how much is really going in and what you're really working off. It's hard to see it sometimes until you see in black-and-white on the page in front of you. It's certainly easier to objectively evaluate that way. Good luck to you!

Doesn't it feel great to hit those non-weight milestones?! Congrats on the weight loss and on the XL shirt-size. Keep up the great work.

Music 1618 makes a great point. No need inviting complications. Watch out not to take medicines with aspirin in them, though, as you shouldn't have aspirin products right before your surgery. Good luck and feel better!

You go, girl! You know what you want and you're going after it! I, too, told people and was glad to hear that most people were very supportive. They can like it or lump it... I could care less either way. I've done this for me! :-)

Way to go! You can really tell a difference in the rear-view shot. Keep up the great work!

Congratulations! You can DEFINITELY tell and the photos have to be so encouraging to you. Congrats on the 50# milestone.

I had surgery on 8/10 and you'll be relieved to know that by 2 1/2 to 3 weeks out, the soreness, even tightness or pulling, is completely gone. Though I did not have external staples. Mine were dissolving stitches that do not have to be removed. Best to you both on the journey!

Probably nothing to worry about but I would definitely mention it to the doctor on your follow up visit. You should probably have a follow up scheduled for 1 - 2 weeks post-op. That's the purpose of that visit... to check in on how you're doing and see what questions have come up. Good luck.

Congratulations on taking this big step! You will find that the time you have to wait will FLY by! There's so much to do, to learn, and to be excited about. Way to go!

Glad to hear you're doing well and that you feel so much better! Welcome to the RNY Talk group.

Full liquids would be things like low fat/cal/carb yogurt, creamy soups, sugar-free pudding, etc.

Good luck to you! Hang in there. It WILL be worth it!

Well, I'm more than 2 weeks out now. Soreness is all gone, incisions are nearly healed, itching has subsided, and I'm eating regular food now. I was also happy to see that after I got off the mushy food stage and onto "real" food (protien and leafy greens), the weight began coming off better. It was seeming slow to me while I was on the mushy foods, probably because of the carbs and heavier soups, etc. things that Iwas consuming. Now, though, focusing on lean protiens and leafy green veggies has allowed me to jump start the weight loss. I came to a strange realization after my post-op visit. I always knew the RNY was going to be a "tool" for me to be successful in losing weight. But I guess it didn't really sink in how I would use that tool until after it was over with and I had the green light to eat again. I realized then that it's still up to me to lose the weight through my behaviors and getting more exercise, but the RNY removes the things that prevented me from being successful before (HUNGER! and a feeling of deprivation). I suppose I knew it intellectually beforehand, but the reality set in only afterward. I tried the Bariatric Advantage multi-vitamins and calcium. The vitamins are fine; however, I couldn't stomach the nasty mint-flavored Calcium Citrate chewables. I found that I'd much rather take 2 caplets twice a day and found a great alternative right in my local GNC store. Each of us is different and we just have to find what works. I'm starting to notice a difference in my clothing! Things are getting looser and I even had to take a link out of my watchband. It's the little things, right?! Starting: 317# Pre-Op: 296# Today: 283.5# Total Down: 33.5#

It probably wouldn't hurt you but watch the sugar content so you don't dump. How about a Miller 64 (64-calorie beer)?

I hear you about being impatient and wanting to do this right away. I, too, was impatient and didn't want to wait, but had to for insurance reasons. However, the six month period of time really FLEW by and was also beneficial to me in preparing for this. Let me give you a few examples. During the six month period, I: Learned as much as I could about the surgery and how to be successful Prepared myself mentally for the lifestyle changes that would be required Cut sugar from my diet to help ready myself Reduced my caffeine intake Gained new habits like not looking for the closest parking space, but taking a distant one in order to get in more walking. Set expectations and context for family members Established my support mechanisms And more! Whatever you choose to do, the best of luck to you!

You can do it! I'm sure your surgeon will appreciate your gratitude.

It'll be here before you know it, Lou! Good luck!

Yep! Rumbly tummy is just par for the course. Seems to be air bubbles and gas rumbling around and simethicone drops ("Little Tummys" for babies) seems to help some with that.