pookybear

Well...as someone who's lived in both worlds, I can say there is definite truth to your thoughts. Women don't judge as much on appearance in the lesbian world. It's as simple as that. Women judge competition (other women potentially out for their prey) totally differently than they judge a potential mate. Re-Birthday: 2/27/13

Boyfriend just called he's on his way home and wanted to know if he should eat in the car so I don't see or smell the food lol. He's sweet I told him he can eat in front of me, but if he's getting French fries those need to be gone before he comes in LOL Re-Birthday: 2/27/13

I'm not even going to ask for a card. Most of the stuff on the kids menu isn't healthy at all. I'd rather just order what I want and have leftovers for a few days. Re-Birthday: 2/27/13

I'm a carb addict. Right now I can only have strained soups, SF pudding and jello, and unsweetened applesauce. I'd give anything right now for some French fries or Mac & cheese, or even some cauliflower. The only things that I actually enjoy are applesauce and tomato soup with a little low fat sour cream in it. Don't start soft foods until March 15th I'm going to go crazy before then.

I brought Chapstick but never once used it. Deodorant, toothbrush and toothpaste, lotion, magazines, slippers, stuffed animal for cheering up, journal, etc.

Don't think you can have salads at 5 weeks yet... Chicken, steamed veggies, very small amounts of mashed potatoes, lean beef, soup, chili...depends on what stage you're in

The staples are to seal the stomach and the new pouch, even with the laparoscopic RNY. My incisions are sealed with surgical glue.

Good, thanks!

Just had surgery Wednesday so still on full liquids. Haven't found a protein drink I can take yet, but I'm doing ok with water and soups, SF pudding and jello, etc.

Oh...this was supposed to be in post op. oops lol

I can't tell when I'm hungry, can't tell when I'm full....can't tell which feelings are nausea and which are gas...keep getting pressure in my chest, like in my esophagus. Don't know if it's gas or my body saying I took too big of a sip. How to I distinguish these feelings?

Maybe if you're incredibly sensitive to sugars, but I wouldn't think you normally would.

So far the only bump I've encountered is that I cannot yet find a single protein drink flavor that I like. I've only tried 2 flavors but I've been home from the hospital for just a few hours. they are both nasty. any suggestions???

Thanks. I thought maybe that's all it was. It's so hard to distinguish what feelings are what right now.

My stomach is achy, like it would feel previously if I hadn't eaten all day. Real hunger pains. I'm totally feeling that now but I have no idea if its actually that or just aching from surgery. I'm going crazy with restlessness though. Ugh.

I had decaf tea today.

What gets sent? Goodies and recipes?

Might've just been what it was cooked in. Did you use butter or oil?

Yay, thanks!! I can't wait for the day I can go to Starbucks and get a coffee! I'm laying in bed in the hospital and one of the nurses down the hall must have a cup because I swear I can smell it! Lol

Until I can have decaf tea or decaf coffee? I couldn't care less about the caffeine, just the taste of the coffee.

Yay I just got unhooked from most of the gadgets and the catheter! Didn't have a drain. And I now have water :-D Been walking really good. My nurse said the average weight gain from the gas & fluids is 10-20 pounds. I've only gained 3, so that's awesome! I may ask to stay a second night just so I don't have to be home alone all day tomorrow. Then ill also have help over the weekend and I should be fine to be alone on Monday. They gave me the option. We'll see later on today.

Not at all! Not eating enough will make you gain weight. You need to eat regular foods, but the right ones. I know it sounds crazy but if you don't eat enough your body will go into starvation mode and start reserving fat to life off of, instead of burning. Don't worry, you'll do great!

Can I join in on this? My email is pookybear610@gmail.com

Thanks for all the good wishes. Surgeon said everything went great! I'm doing good with walking and breathing tests. I cannot WAIT until I can have some water!

Still a bit groggy. Stomach hurts, been pushing the button and it's definitely tolerable, but uncomfortable. Back really hurts too.