ladykatie_

I'm a weirdo and I'm just taking my mom's hand me downs. She had weight loss surgery just over a year ago and we have similar body types so she's just saving her old bras for me if I need them, which I'm sure I will. I guess it's not too weird since it's my mom and all, but still. I can't wait until I can shop at VS again. I like Lane Bryant and Cacique but it'll feel like progress when I can buy a bra at VS!

My appetite comes and goes and the nausea stays for me. It may be head hunger because you shouldn't be able to handle more than 4 oz. of liquid in your pouch right now. This early after the surgery, I would just call the doc and ask what you should do. Maybe you can just handle the surgery better than most people!

Depends on your doctor, your insurance, your general health... I don't think insurance will cover this surgery unless it is causing you more health problems like rashes and infections. The question of how much weight you lose before the surgery is one for your doctor/surgeon.

@@mtibodo2 - thank you for the suggestions. I recently got an

I'm so sorry your friend has hurt you. Everything seems to hit me hard nowadays (just over two weeks post op). I'm pretty open about the surgery and my best friend in the whole world doesn't seem to know how to handle me lately. She's been supportive and saw me in the hospital, etc. but I just feel like she's walking on eggshells around me now and when I tell her about issues I'm having (because I tell her everything) she barely has anything to say. It hurts to think that she may be in doubt about my surgery and I know her so well, that I think she is. It's difficult for everyone around you to comprehend this journey. It's not an easy one and it doesn't seem like it's "socially acceptable" yet, if that makes sense. People think it's the easy way out when clearly it is not. So luckily, I haven't had anyone say anything negative to me YET but I sense it coming on and after reading these forums, I've come to expect it. I guess my point is, STAY STRONG. Like the other person said, it is your journey and you've done awesome so far. No one is perfect and no one should expect you to be. Tell them to mind their own business so that you can focus on yours.

Oh my god, I'm glad I'm not the only one. I was at my doc office for 8 hours today getting IV fluids. I was exhausted and fell asleep when I got home. I woke up and drank some Water and felt nauseated again. I'm trying the hot Soup thing. Then I'm going to try munching on some ice. I shouldn't be dehydrated right now, but I don't know how quickly you can become dehydrated. It's really hot here in AZ so that's no help. Anyways, I'm going to try some at home fixes before I call them again. I knew this surgery was huge life change. I thought it was for the better. I mean, it is for the better, but right now it's pretty hard to see the benefit.

I guess I didn't ask directly. It was just a comment I made to the doc. I'm here again to get more fluids via IV. I do believe this is making me feel better than meds would.

Yep! I'm an RNYer but we all have basically the same train of thought, right? ladykatie___ (3 underscores, lol)

Well I hope your doctor discussed the side effects of the surgery with you, as there could be many. Everyone's body is different, so the side effects are different. All you really need to look out for is "abnormal" side effects which may cause you to call your surgeon immediately or return to the hospital. Here's a website with a lot of information on the surgery you had. If you have any questions, ask your doctor. http://www.bariatric-surgery-source.com/gastric-bypass-side-effects.html

@@wagnlo - Like I said, I hold my nose and choke it down, lol. I have all these drinks and it's easier to drink Isopure than the creamy stuff at the moment. I'll take what I can get, protein-wise.

Someone in another thread was talking about Optimal Nutrition protein powders. I've never tried them, but he likes 'em.

I used to like Chobani, but now there's something weird tasting about it. I'm going to try some other greek yogurt since that's always a good source of protein.

@@Writerjennifer - I have tried Soup. But I haven't tried tea or anything. I may just chalk it up to a bad day. I don't know why I take it so hard, but when I feel like I'm failing at something, I feel horribly sad and frustrated.

I talked to my doctor. He said if I have any abdominal pain to go to the ER. I don't have any pain, just nausea. He said that I could take some Pepto BIsmol but to try and keep drinking Water and Protein. He also said call in the morning to see how I feel. If I still feel bad, he will give me IV Fluid at his office. I'm not sure why they won't give me meds for it, but since there's no actual pain, I'm probably not going to the ER and it might just be one of those days. He said I will have days like this, where I just feel terrible and he's had many patients in their 20's react in this way. So now, I wait until tomorrow morning. Until then, I'm sipping water and Pepto.

I hope you're okay! I haven't had anything like this (yet). I hate it when doctors can't figure out what's wrong and they give you some awful answer that just makes you worry more. Hopefully, they will figure it out or it will pass soon. You are in my thoughts!

How was the surgery? Pain? Experience so far?Im really going to change how fast I eat and drink Sorry, I just saw this! I'm not going to sugar coat. Surgery was rough. I was nauseous and in a lot of pain. These past weeks have been rough and I don't get my Protein in. I've got the Water down, but I still experience a lot of nausea for no apparent reason. I actually had to call my doctor today because I've been nauseous since I woke up and have only been able to choke down about 15g of protein today. He said to wait it out, drink as much water as I can, go to the ER if there is pain and call in the morning. WLS is not an easy thing. For me, it's been very difficult and emotionally trying. Still, I don't regret my decision. My doctor says I will have days like this, where I just feel awful. I know it will get better and I just have to keep on keepin' on.

I just called my doctor about possibly getting a nausea medication. They will probably get me something today. Still sipping Water despite the nausea. I just have to space my sips out so I don't gag. I am waiting for a call back to see what I should do. Also, I've searched the board about nausea and tried a couple different things but when sipping water makes you nauseous, I think the only thing that will help is a prescription. Thank you for your prayers and thoughts.

These past few days have been so hard for me. I am feeling like a failure because I'm not getting in my Protein and walking around/doing little things makes me so tired. I feel weak and defeated. Today I have felt so nauseous all day long, since my first sip of Water this morning. Everything makes me ill. I've only gotten maybe 10g-20g of protein today by forcing down an Isopure and half a greek yogurt. Not even close to my water goal. I'm at about 24oz of water for the day. It's already 4:30PM here. I'm feeling like a failure and very defeated.

Try to sip every 5-10 minutes! Get a water bottle that you love that has measurements on the outside. If you don't hit 100oz every day, that's okay. Aim for a goal that is more realistic and go from there.

All of the flavors taste the same to me. The smell of them now slightly sickens me, lol. I know, totally not helpful. However, I can definitely see them as an asset when I'm "back to normal." I really like the grape one. The blue one tastes pretty okay as well.

Everyone's surgeon is different. I think some helpful advice would be to not "stock up" on any particular product because your tastes will probably change and you'll get sick of things fairly easily. I wish someone had told me that! Your doctor may put you on a pre-op diet. My suggestion there would be to follow exactly what your doctor says to do. Pretty much always. Read the materials he or she gives you (my surgeon gave me a binder with everything I needed) and make sure to write down any questions you have for him or her. I had a bunch of questions that I had written down. Other than that, don't be nervous! RNY is the most common weight loss surgery out there. I'm sure your surgeon has performed thousands of them! Many people are successful with this surgery and the people who are not, well, we know what they are doing wrong. So keep your head up, just focus on the upcoming journey and best of luck!

It's a process... for me, it was cold turkey all the way around. My surgeon didn't even put me on a pre-op diet. So I ate basically whatever I wanted up until the day of surgery. I was trying out Protein shakes, though. That's the one thing I wish I did EVEN MORE! Protein intake is really important for any WLS and a lot of times it will just make you sick to your stomach. It's really awesome that you are trying to change your mindset so soon in the process. It's probably going to be extremely helpful for post-surgery. I guess if I had to do it again, I would do Protein Shakes every day, aiming for 60g a day and a healthy dinner at night. I also probably would have the foods from the "full liquid" phase in my house constantly because I feel like I've been on this part of the diet forEVER! I also would recommend having some of your favorite foods here and there "for the last time." Basically, easing yourself into it is a good thing. After surgery, you won't be able to work out right away, so eating right will be your life saver! OH and Water, all day, every day! Get yourself a good water bottle with measurements on the side and NO straw. I have a Contigo 24oz one that I love! If you don't like plain water, try out crystal light and Mio and things like that. You absolutely have to drink tons of water post-op and for the rest of your life! I hope this helps a little! Good luck on your journey and keep us updated!

I got MyFitnessPal right after my surgery and hated it. I can't really remember why. I got it again after reading the post yesterday and find it helpful. I guess I want it to read my weight on the main page but that's not a big deal.

Maybe the numbness will go away once they're fully healed...

@@BariatricCeliac - Hold your nose and take drinks like shots. This is what I do now. Ugh.