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Calling all July losers!!!! :-) :-) Wanted to reach out and check in to see how everyone is doing. I know several of us are finally coming out of the initial aches and pains of the surgery, so I was interested in any updates you want to share! Losses, victories, stalls, anything...the floor's open!

Nothing is wrong with you! As soon as I got my date, I literally planned a food funeral! My coworkers cooked and brought in all of my favorites and we had a great time with it! Doing so accomplished two things...1) it let everyone that I work with know that my process had begun and after the food funeral I would need their support in my efforts to be healthy. 2) it let me mentally and physically put to rest all of the foods that helped me get into the situation that I am in (morbid obesity). Not to say temptation won't come, but having the formality of it really helped me. And oddly enough, I couldn't eat nearly as much as I would have liked to!

@@mamie60 and @@pik - hey!!!! I am doing well! My eating is faaaar from where it should be, so I need to get better with that. I've also lost focus on keeping up with my Vitamins and other supplements. I think I got to a point where I spend so much time thinking about what to eat, when to eat, how much to eat, what pill to take a what time, blah blah blah. I'm due to see my doctor and nutritionist later today for my follow up, and I fully expect to get scolded for my behavior. Mentally, it's been a bit tough because there are so many stressful things that have happened in the last 60 days - it's truly shown me how much of my eating is mental. Luckily, I still can only eat about 1/2-3/4 cup at any one sitting, and I try to keep myself moving so I don't have enough time to think about all the crap going on. I hit my 60 pounds down mark today and am glad about that. I'm sure it could have been more had my eating and intake been better, but I'm happy with where I am. I've also noticed that the faster I lose, the more I look like a melted candle - not cute! LOL Physically - I feel fabulous! Lots of energy and have been doing more walking than I used to - another happy point. So for now, I'm good. Hopeful to when things can settle down and some of the stress ease up :-)

Awesome! Congratulations! If anyone deserves an accomplishment, it's definitely you! ????????????

Just checking in to see how everyone is doing. It's great to read everyone's highs and lows and what's working for them. We have a few that have really had a tough time of it, and it's nice to see the support from the group encouraging them along. I've FINALLY broken through that first stall and have resumed losing again - thought it would never happen. I learned today that broccoli is not my friend, no matter how soft I cook it. Guess that's a pre-op food that I won't get to enjoy anymore. Not that it's anything to be proud of, but I had two jelly Beans today - and I think I saw angels float across the room! Those little ditties tasted like gold!!!! I certainly won't make it a habit, but I needed something small and easy to conceal to kill a sweet craving I was having during a training session at work, and they fit the bill!
Hope everyone is continuing to enjoy this journey!

Just checking in to see how everyone is doing. It's great to read everyone's highs and lows and what's working for them. We have a few that have really had a tough time of it, and it's nice to see the support from the group encouraging them along. I've FINALLY broken through that first stall and have resumed losing again - thought it would never happen. I learned today that broccoli is not my friend, no matter how soft I cook it. Guess that's a pre-op food that I won't get to enjoy anymore. Not that it's anything to be proud of, but I had two jelly Beans today - and I think I saw angels float across the room! Those little ditties tasted like gold!!!! I certainly won't make it a habit, but I needed something small and easy to conceal to kill a sweet craving I was having during a training session at work, and they fit the bill!
Hope everyone is continuing to enjoy this journey!

So true terry1118. food getting stuck is the worst!!!! I am full food now but after the one incident I had with a piece of carrot getting stuck, it damn near sent me back to purées! Do you meet with a nutritionist yet? They may have some suggestions for you.

@@pik NOOOOOOOOOOOOO! I check the page every few days specifically to see how you're doing. I am so sorry this is still not resolving. You have had such an uphill battle with recovering. Have you considered a second opinion or having another doctor review your case? If not, ask your doc what he/she believes is a 'normal' estimated timeframe that you should start feeling better. That will at least give you something to shoot for and gives your doc a soft timeline as well. I'll keep checking in on you. GET WELL'ER' SOON!!!!! :-) :-) :-)

So true terry1118. food getting stuck is the worst!!!! I am full food now but after the one incident I had with a piece of carrot getting stuck, it damn near sent me back to purées! Do you meet with a nutritionist yet? They may have some suggestions for you.

Calling all July losers!!!! :-) :-) Wanted to reach out and check in to see how everyone is doing. I know several of us are finally coming out of the initial aches and pains of the surgery, so I was interested in any updates you want to share! Losses, victories, stalls, anything...the floor's open!

Yes, my doc took mine at each appt - but guess who was too goofy to ask for them? I'll have to send them a note to get them so I can keep track of that as well. Especially since I've GAINED a pound in the last two weeks. Ugh. I need all the positive stuff I can get!

I just got over this issue yesterday. Maime60 - my surgeon suggested an over the counter laxative that worked beautifully, but some natural stimulants are diluted prune juice or diluted white grape juice. Maybe they will give you some relief. He advised the Colace will just make going easier, but the laxative (dulcolax, milk of magnesia, etc) will get you going 'now'). Good luck because I know it feels awful being constipated.

I don't think throwing up intentionally is the answer. It's probably going to lead you to a place you'd rather not go AND may end up stretching your pouch way out, defeating the purpose for having the surgery in the first place (not to mention what repeated vomiting can do to your tooth enamel) If I find I'm eating too quickly, I stop and wait it out. I will usually get a pain that signals to me that I better not put another bite in my mouth. If you're not paying attention to those signals, you may want to take the other posting suggestion and let eating be the only thing you do at one time, focus on how you feel 10-15 mins in, and then continue with small, well chewed bites. You also may want to take it back to basics - Kraft Mac n cheese isn't really a nutrient rich food and may pack on pounds with the high fat/carb content. Just my two cents. Good luck!

Hey @@pik! Call me crazy, but THAT RING IS FRIGGIN GORGEOUS and I'd have it somewhere in a safe or safety deposit box until I got married!!! LOLOLOL I think you said it's a year or so out, so that little bundle o' joy would be sized one time only - when I was ready to walk down the aisle. That's an awesome NSV to look forward to and losing a little wear time now to preserve the integrity and have to only have it sized once, would be well worth the sacrifice. I'd buy a cheaper 'transition' ring for now. That's just my two cents. By the way, did I mention that your ring is FRIGGIN GORGEOUS?!?!?!?!? :-)

@@pik I know you are just sick and tired of the hospital at this point. You have had the toughest time, I believe, of all the stories I've read recently. I'm so sorry. I think I'd be regretting everything too, but hopefully they will get you well FOR GOOD and back on the healing path. I'm sure it's hard but try to think positive that at some point you WILL enjoy the weight loss and all of this other stuff will be behind you. Prayers for a speedy recovery. :-)

@@pik I know you are just sick and tired of the hospital at this point. You have had the toughest time, I believe, of all the stories I've read recently. I'm so sorry. I think I'd be regretting everything too, but hopefully they will get you well FOR GOOD and back on the healing path. I'm sure it's hard but try to think positive that at some point you WILL enjoy the weight loss and all of this other stuff will be behind you. Prayers for a speedy recovery. :-)

My NUT tells me to get my Protein first and foremost then foods. I try to mix it up with scrambled eggs, moist chicken, fish, etc. I also dabble with mashed potatoes, grits, and applesauce. I eat so slow (because I despise vomiting) my stuff ends up getting cold. Lol

Congratulations Casey999 on your choice to live a healthier lifestyle! It is so normal to be nervous about the surgery, and almost odd not to be. All in all, I say trust that all will go well and you will soon find yourself on the loser's bench which is an awesome place to be!
I had my RNY on the 8th of this month, and sadly, I also experienced unsupportive reactions from people I considered friends. I leaned that some of their negativity was based in fear (will I still want to be friends with them or would my attitude change and no longer want to be around them), or based on jealousy (some people simply don't like it when you make a choice to improve and actually take the steps to do it). You can't do much about either situation because they are choices THEY are making. Hopefully over time, those who worry about losing you as a friend will come around by asking questions and getting to understand that you, as your core person, will hopefully be the same. Those who are jealous and mean, don't share anything with them. They will seek out opportunities to find fault in what you're doing and capitalize on challenges you may face. Focus on you and your success and everything (and everyone) else will fall right into place.
All the best tomorrow! :-)

Congratulations Casey999 on your choice to live a healthier lifestyle! It is so normal to be nervous about the surgery, and almost odd not to be. All in all, I say trust that all will go well and you will soon find yourself on the loser's bench which is an awesome place to be!
I had my RNY on the 8th of this month, and sadly, I also experienced unsupportive reactions from people I considered friends. I leaned that some of their negativity was based in fear (will I still want to be friends with them or would my attitude change and no longer want to be around them), or based on jealousy (some people simply don't like it when you make a choice to improve and actually take the steps to do it). You can't do much about either situation because they are choices THEY are making. Hopefully over time, those who worry about losing you as a friend will come around by asking questions and getting to understand that you, as your core person, will hopefully be the same. Those who are jealous and mean, don't share anything with them. They will seek out opportunities to find fault in what you're doing and capitalize on challenges you may face. Focus on you and your success and everything (and everyone) else will fall right into place.
All the best tomorrow! :-)

Congratulations Casey999 on your choice to live a healthier lifestyle! It is so normal to be nervous about the surgery, and almost odd not to be. All in all, I say trust that all will go well and you will soon find yourself on the loser's bench which is an awesome place to be!
I had my RNY on the 8th of this month, and sadly, I also experienced unsupportive reactions from people I considered friends. I leaned that some of their negativity was based in fear (will I still want to be friends with them or would my attitude change and no longer want to be around them), or based on jealousy (some people simply don't like it when you make a choice to improve and actually take the steps to do it). You can't do much about either situation because they are choices THEY are making. Hopefully over time, those who worry about losing you as a friend will come around by asking questions and getting to understand that you, as your core person, will hopefully be the same. Those who are jealous and mean, don't share anything with them. They will seek out opportunities to find fault in what you're doing and capitalize on challenges you may face. Focus on you and your success and everything (and everyone) else will fall right into place.
All the best tomorrow! :-)

Hey @ ferguson23024! The only thing that actually made my incision feel better was walking. I would walk extremely slow in the beginning, adding light pressure to 'support' it, but I find now, the more inactive I am, the area gets more tender/sore. Kinda weird, but walking really has been the staple in this process for me.

@@golden39 - I can't speak for your doctor, so I always say check with them first, but my doc let me bring them to the hospital and I took one the second they put me in my room post op.

All the best @@Dawnakers! I'm sure everything will go well! See you on the loser's bench!

Pik, for me it was probably a good week before I stopped asking myself why the heck I chose to do this procedure. It was very much a painful and emotional roller coaster. My surgery was on the 8th and yesterday was the first day I had a 'comfortable' level of pain where I could go to the store, visit with family, and drive (still needed a mid day nap). Hopefully, over the upcoming days you will start to turn the corner and slowly feel less pain day after day.

Pik, for me it was probably a good week before I stopped asking myself why the heck I chose to do this procedure. It was very much a painful and emotional roller coaster. My surgery was on the 8th and yesterday was the first day I had a 'comfortable' level of pain where I could go to the store, visit with family, and drive (still needed a mid day nap). Hopefully, over the upcoming days you will start to turn the corner and slowly feel less pain day after day.