LillyRose76

Surgery date: 5/15/13 HW 350lbs SW 345lbs CW 283lbs

Yes...it wasn't a pain that was always there. It was usually aggrivated when I twisted to my left or stood up after sitting for while. Getting in and out of a car was the worst. Its a sharp stabbing pain, but I couldn't really pinpoint where it stemed from. It's was in between two of my left side incisions. It started going away about a week ago. I'm 20 days post op. The pain is not as pronounced now. It feels like something that is healing.

Hang in there....this was a major surgery/lifestyle change. It takes time to heal and adjust.

You're welcome :-)

I add unflavored protein powder to the cold water portion of the recipe on the box. I put it in a shaker so it mixes well, then add the hot water and gelatin. Put the mixture in pre chilled containers and refrigerate.

I'm having the same issue...It really is an effort. I had a few teaspoons of protein jello this morning...felt like I was going to burst.

Gas pains! Omg the first 48 hrs were the worst. If anyone out there is in the hospital tonight going through this, the best thing you can do to get rid of the gas is to walk. The first wind is divine relief, lol. The gas pain really had me second guessing my decision, but almost 72 hours post-op, I can say it ain't so bad. I don't feel hungry. In fact, I couldn't finish a Jello cup in half an hour.

Congratulations! Girrrlll, I don't know how it was for you, but that was a hard row to hoe. Whomever says this is the easy way, don't know what they're talking about! The view from this bench is awesome though :-)

We made it! Out of the hospital today. That was some experience.

Time flew didn't it! I have to go in at 5:30a. Good luck to you. See you on the losers bench!

Thank You!

I going to give that p28 peanut butter a go as well. I'm getting all sorts of good ideas here. So happy that someone suggested to bring a chapstik. Little things like that are gems.

My surgery is in 5 days (May 15th Yay!). I'm curious to know how the rest of you May'ers are preparing for your return from the hospital. Do you plan to make protein boosted SF jello beforehand? Did you stock up on SF ice pops? Are you hooked up with a local support group? Do you know what you're packing for your hospital stay??

Good question, great answers! I would've never thought to bring a chapstik.

I can't believe it's May already! I'm in the same boat as you, just a bit scared. I've jumped through a lot of hoops to get this far and the alternative to not having this surgery is the continuation of my health and lifestyle on a downward trajectory. Weigh the pros against the cons and you'll see that you're doing the right thing