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Awesome!! Super jealous it took me 8 whole days post op before that joy came! You are a riot! Keep us posted!

I think I need to try this. I just need to get past the whole cottage cheese thing 1st. I tried tasting it before and kinda grossed me out. I may try tho. Thanks for sharing.

Congrats!!! It's honestly the best feeling!!!

I needed to have consequences! I'm weak and a sugar addict. I knew if given half a chance I would cheat. Rny provided the biggest lifestyle change. I knew I needed to be forced to face something not so great or I'd eat just like before. Also the idea it was the gold standard of wls made me feel more confident.

My Dr suggested Benadryl. I've battled insomnia for awhile and post op it's became worse.

Congrats on your surgery! Welcome!!

I'm not sure of a lot of statistics with revision but I do recall some info about the 5 day pouch test which is supposed to help get you back on track. Good luck!

My surgeon had said after 1 month I could try whole. I tried smaller ones and no problem then got braver and have been ok since. Different surgeons tell you different things so of course consult yours and go with what he/she tells you and you feel comfortable with. I've also heard of people being given whole pill form while inpatient post rny so..? I honestly have chewed a pull after my 1 month mark.

Sounds like you have been through a lot! Hopefully you are on the mend now. I'm not sure about your surgery post diet plan as it generally varies by surgeons. If the cod fish was too heavy maybe try a bit more soft or mush for a little while longer. We all heal differently and maybe your new pouch isn't ready just quiet yet. Again maybe surgeons have different plans of progressing through the stages of liquids, mushy, soft, and solids. The World according to Eggface is another site you can find by using google. She has a lot of great bariatric ideas and recipes.

Listen to your instincts. I'm a firm believer that we all should listen to that. The fact you have doubts is enough to put things on hold. I say just research the heck out of everything and make sure you feel confident in your decision and what you are willing to accept for the rest of your life. There are plenty of pros and cons to be weighed about each procedure. I can honestly say I've never regretted my choice but that was just it, my choice. A knowledgable surgeon and also a therapist may be perfect people to consult with. Good luck with whatever you decide. Wishing you good weight loss success

Sorry to hear you aren't feeling so good. It indeed is a big change and can just totally take a lot out of you. The good news is this usually passes! It even became my mantra over time.."This too shall pass." I've got to say you have come to an awesome group for support. Anytime you feel down or just need to ask questions we are here. We pretty much all know how things can feel overwhelming at 1st. The main thing right now is getting your fluids in. The rest is a learning curve that comes. Wishing you a speedy recovery

I had to stop and think about this cause honestly there was a lot. 1) Head hunger is real! Controlling the appetite it's self is truly a blessing but I've had to learn to control my mind and the brain wanting things. 2) Emotional upheaval is normal. I thought something was wrong with me when I was all weepy and had no clue why. Mood swings come but they do get better. 3) Always stay on top of constipation. It is a daily factor in life now.

I've tried wine... Wasn't bad..just hit me very fast!! I have half heartedly logged my food the last few days. I had a protein shake and I had my hubby also pick up some jerky. We are staying with family for awhile in between locations so it's harder than when I'm home. I gotta stop eating the terrible stuff they eat!

I have it. Usually when consumed a lot of fluids I will hear it. It's weird sounding and I swear sometimes I feel the bubbly feeling.

Well..might as well confess I've been pretty bad. It's been way too much of a temptation around me. Not for the sweets as I'm still gunshy after the dumping episode I had but just grazing which I know isn't good at all. Staying with my family is kinda like a constant battle with my food intake. Going to buy some more protein rich items as I'm defiantly not exactly getting enough in while here. It kinda makes me wonder if I can ever get back on track cause I feel so badly derailed. It's almost like the sinking and drowning feeling but still trying to swim my way out. Thanks for letting me vent!

Beautiful!

I love veggies so much I do have to make sure I do the protein push 1st or I'd live on veggies. Chili from Wendy's is another saving grace on the run for me too. I tried turkey today also and the turkey didn't sit well.

Thanks for sharing! Definitely very motivating!!!

Look at u hot mama!!!

I'm telling u use it to your advantage if you are going out during the Christmas frenzy. I'm sure it would clear a crowd if it's anything like mine

Same thing with your calcium. Don't take calcium and antacid together. Gas x..hmm I don't know. I seem to take randomly. I had my gallbladder out 10years ago so never had to take the actigall.

What a wonderful way to start a new year!! I agree on the last supper thing it's nice but honestly a lot of things after awhile u can tolerate in smaller quantities. I thought they were full of it when they told me my tastes would change but it did. I would def be excited the surgery got moved up and it's so worth it. This time next year you will be blown away by just how much your life has changed and health improved. It's awesome and I wish u well!

No idea what to expect for food this Christmas. My mama is cooking and we are going home. I think a ham will be made. I wanna make a meat and cheese sampler and she always has veggies they just may or may not be cooked to the healthiest degree Thought I'd update a new pic. Loved seeing Dori and would love to see some more of u guys as well. I'm so proud of us Awesome April peeps!!

Awesome!! I hope to be there Jan prob towards the end of the month. I'm thinking I wanna work on base there. I've worked on base here so might as well

Hi y'all! Christmas is almost here and we have about made it through our 1st hurdle of holidays. I got to say I'm pretty proud. I did have one mess up around thanksgiving but I severely learned my lesson! I'm quiet proud as every year I seemed to have packed on so much more weight and lost control this time of year. I don't see that happening this year! It's a huge victory. We are turning the corner from 2013 and 2014 is bringing closer our 1 year marks. Amazing!!!