Purple Iris

Hi May buddies!!! We made to the other side of the losers bench. Congratulations. My surgery was May 5 and I came home yesterday. I still have quite a bit of gas inside, but that's making it's out and I'm pretty sore where the incisions are. My question is....is anyone exhausted? I seem to be able to stay a wake for maybe an hour and then I have to lie down. It's not giving me a whole lotta time to get all my food, Water and Vitamins in. Any suggesstions?

I'm sorry to hear that. I'm sure you're watching for infection. Please be careful and let us know how your follow up goes on Tuesday.

Aww that sucks. What did you eat? This is all a process. Glad your feeling better. Tomorrow I'm 1 week post op. Yeah!!!! Is everything going ok? I had some hummus with garlic and then I tried an avocado......it'll be a while before I do those again.

I had my 2 week post-op follow up this past Friday and the doc cleared me for 'mushy' foods. I was so excited, but I definitely either overdid it or ate something that didn't agree with me. I think I experienced my first 'dumping' experience last night and I pray to god that's the last. I spent 4 hours with my stomach having fits. I vomited 4 times and had the chills so bad, I thought I had the flu. Finally, I was able to sleep and felt better this morning, but I've learned that I've got to take this really slow.

Surgery is done. I slept the whole day. Pain isn't bad at all and I've all ready done walking. Going to be here for 1 more day. All went great and lost 25 lbs pre opp. Congratulations on making it to the Loser's Bench!!!! Glad it went well. Just rest and take it easy

I'm 7 days post op and for the most part doing really well. My only complaint is that I'm so exhausted in the mornings that i can barely function until about 12:00. I don't understand how I can be so tired in the morning after a good night's sleep. I did start drinking Smart Water as someone suggested I needed the extra electrolytes. I felt better this morning than I have, but now I'm right back where I could take a nap. I'm down 20 lbs from when I started the pre-op and I'm averaging about 1 lb a day. It's boggling my mind how fast the weight is coming off. Not having any problems at all getting all my meals and water in, but wish I could fit in more Protein.

Hello I am also scheduled May 12th in CA. Good Luck to you tomorrow!!!! Keep us posted.

It's so normal to feel tired . Your body has been through a lot of stress and now it is trying to heal. The important thing to remember is that while your body is currently in a starvation mode and as fat burns your are forming a lot of ketones which need to be flushed out with the clear fluids and you need the Protein to heal . So rest up and drink up and your energy levels will return to normal soon! It's been 5 days and I am finally starting to feel more like myself. It's definitely a slow process, but I'm working it. Hope you are doing well.

Congratulations!!!!! Keep us posted on how you're coming along.

Hi. I was supposed to be there 2 nights, but because I was doing so good, they let me go after 1 night in the hospital

Good Luck Tomorrow, Angelface. My surgery is tomorrow too. I hope everything goes well for both of us!

Congratulations!!! You are an inspiration.

Good Morning, May Groupies. My surgery is Monday morning at 7:30. I'm very excited. Getting all the last minute stuff done this weekend and 2 more days on the pre-op diet. I've lost 14 lbs so far. Weight loss has slowed these last couple of days, but I'm happy with the 14 lbs. I don't know about you, but I didn't think the pre-op diet was so bad. Mine was 2 weeks of 3-4 protein shakes, s/f jello, broth, s/f popsicles. I mainly stuck with the protein shakes and the broth. I was surprised at how good I feel with only about 500 calories a day. Only occasionally have I felt really hungry....other times it was just head hunger. I won't lie.....I did a lot of 'mental' work before I started the diet and I think that helped a lot. I'm anxious to see you on the losers' bench. Good Luck everyone!!!

Good Luck to you!!! We will be praying and look forward to hearing you when you can.

One week to surgery and I'm getting very excited. I'm down 10 lbs this past week on the pre-op liquid diet and I feel great. It's amazing to me how good you feel with just protein and the bariatric vitamins. I My only concern at this point is my husband. He's realized that he cherishes our meals together more than he thought. He's tried to be very considerate this week and not eat in front of me, even though I've told him it's not necessary. He's so use to thinking about what we were going to eat, that he's having trouble trying to figure out what to eat for himself. He's the cook in our house.....he's much better than I and plus he wouldn't eat much of what I would cook anyway. I think this is a harder adjustment on him than me and I'm concerned. We will persevere and come out better because of this fantastic journey.

Congratulations on your decision to move forward with WLS. There are a lot of people on this site that can give you support at each phase of your journey.. Personally, I'm scheduled for surgery on May 5. I'm one week into my pre-op liquid diet and down 10.8 pounds. i feel great and am looking forward to everything that is to come. My advice to you at this point, is to stay focused on your decision to have the surgery and don't pass us up an opportunity to learn as much as you can. Good Luck to you and keep us posted.

You have the right attitude. We'll all still be here rootin you on!!!

Try mixing them with water. I know it doesn't sound as good, but that might help with the tummy issues.

I'm feeling the same way. Mostly wondering if I can handle it and stay committed. Good Luck to you tomorrow. Keep us posted.

Cupcake, when do you start your pre-op?

I start Thursday! I wish I started on the weekend instead of on a work day.... Hopefully I'll be so busy that it won't make a difference ( yeah right! Lol) good luck! Good Luck tomorrow. It's not bad....stay busy! It truly is mind over matter.

Pre-op started yesterday. All is good......not bad at all other than some diarrhea, but hopefully that will subside soon. I'm using Premier Protein shakes at work (3) and then I like the unjury Protein (Chocolate and Vanilla are both really good) as my last shake. Filling in with lots of s/f Jello and broth. I can't really say that I've been hungry, but clearly lots of action in the tummy the last 2 days. I hope it continues to be this easy. I think one of the keys is keeping my mind busy and not having time to think about what I'm eating......I mean drinking. Have all the early May surgeries started pre-op diets? I'm curious how it's going for everyone else. Have a great day!!!

Pre-op diet starts on Monday. I've been spending the last 2 days psyching myself up. i'm anxioius about it, but hopeful that I'm prepared enough for all the changes that are going to take place. 15 days and counting!!!

I'm praying for you Diana. Stay positive and look forward to all the positive things that are going to be happening. My surgery is May 5 and I can't wait. I'm so ready to start a new chapter in my life. (((((Hug)))))))

Hi purple iris ! We have the same dates ... I believe cupcake is having her day on May 5 too ! I am having RNY too. Cookie2014 HI Cookie2014. it seems like May 5 is a pretty popular day. One we won't easily forget for sure. I start my pre-op diet on Monday....have to do all liquids for 2 weeks. I'm getting excited. Do you have a pre-op diet you have to do?