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LOL Thank you Diva! :-*

I agree with most everyone here. I unfortunately am not new to surgery in general and I didn’t expect to feel as bad as I did. I thought my back was going to explode and it was awful! Didn’t comprehend how hurtful gas can be, but … there is a but, lol it does get better each day. The walking and moving to get the gasses moving work. I took the gas X strips for a couple of days after I got home because as everyone, even the nurses mentioned, the gas pain shoots to your left shoulder, was bad. It helped. I am day 12 and even though my energy isn’t fully back, I’m better than yesterday

Indeed amen! Best of luck to your on your journey to the next WLS. By the sounds of it, your have it down pact.

Has she seen her doctor yet? Or spoken to her nutritionist? That may be the way to go to get some advice and maybe to alternatives because she will need her Protein and all the fluids she can intake as to not be dehydrated. I hope she gets better soon.

I am on day 12 post op and am starting to get cranky because I am so hungry. I can imagine it is mostly head hunger but I have been strong. I have stuck to my liquid diet (Bari diet stage 1) and start stage II (puree) in a couple days. What I cannot understand is how different many peoples diet or version of the bari diet is on here. I love it here, I get a lot of good advice and its a great place to find out information but when I read about self desctrutive acts then them getting upset because people tell them the truth (according to Physicians and Hospitals) about how you are supposed to eat they get defensive. I am all for positive criticism and feedback but you cannot get upset when you know you are doing wrong to your health, your body and new stomach and then post about your Evil Canieval eating habits straight out of surgery and are told as much. It goes from Denial to defense. Here I am struggling but sticking to it because I know it is a lifestyle change and its for my health, longevity and most importantly to keep me safe, and if you speak to me the wrong way I may jump up and cling to the ceiling like a bat … while others are like yes, I chowed down on a pizza, had fried chicken, chomped on some chips 3 days our of surgery. What? Granted, its not my business, but since its put out there … it is hard to understand for me how you can go through life destroying your body, then work so hard to get the surgery to then self sabotage. Making a mistake is human, but wanted to get validated for bad behavior? Sorry not the way. This isn’t a quick fix and we all know it. We know its HARD, we must WORK at it … but we are SOOO WORTH IT! To everyone struggling and who has slipped up just keep on track. That goal to health and longevity is in the horizon. Isn’t is beautiful? So even though I want to lick the cheese off the chips my mate eats, I am holding back. 2 weeks of this liquid diet and 2 more weeks of puree is a small sacrifice for a Lifetime of health. You are worth it

I agree with therapy. It has also happened to me and it resorted to a huge weight gain, this was prior to WLS. I had lost in on my own but gained it all back. I understand that you say you have no time, but if you do not have time for yourself … who else will? You have to always take care of #1 because that is how you are able to be there for others in the long run. Remember you did this for you, take the appropriate steps to take care of yourself precious one. You do not realize how much self damage you inflict when you are in pain.

God bless you and your family. Let him know as soon as you can. I fully understand the pain and the fear, but I feel he will also understand you wanted to be around from them, but also yourself. You seem like a strong woman and I wish you continued strength and blessings.

I haven’t told my family, I just told one member after the surgery. I did say I was having surgery though, God forbid something happened to me I wanted them to know where I went and that I loved them. My reasoning is because its personal and I rather do it at my own time and I have one member of my family that is the human social media. Once they know, people in China will be tweeting about it. So I have to wait get my health back to normal and my routine in tact. As for the holidays, I do not like lying. I would say I don’t want, can’t have or something that is closer to the truth. Eventually it will be known so just take it slow and do what feels comfortable. For me it will be once I am feeling like my normal self. I am not ashamed, I just need time to deal with this life change before I start letting others give me their unwanted 2 cents.

I am thankful for @@Klein1175 for being there for me throughout my surgery and having everything ready for when I got home (foods etc) and being the great sister/friend anyone can ask for. All the words of encouragement and knowing all I have to do is pick up the phone and she is there. I am thankful for @@AValle23 My Diva for life. For always be that ear I can bend, giving me great tips and advice, helping me with Protein for this surgery lol and for always being there to laugh with. laughter is so important in life, love and healing. I love you ladies <3<3<3

Wow do you know that I have been craving A cracker since my surgery!!! lol I guess its not just me. I just wouldn’t do it. Cool your MD said its ok. I have a few more days on my liquid bari diet (stage I) I know Puree is going to be heavenly (stage II) LOL

I can understand the urge since I am at day 10 but don’t do it to yourself. It does seem like the start of something even worse. Having a mate who is eating everything I wish I could (pizza included) I have urges or either a- slapping it out his mouth or b- biting it mid stream. What stops me? Everything I went through to get here. Almost my entire life battling obesity. The fear of damaging my new stomach and lastly ruining this new life style which is what we are doing. Fight it and if that isn’t enough, speak to your nutritionist on what you can do about it. Do not revert to what got you here. You are worth much much more than that slice

I felt the same way. I had to jump through so many rings of fire to finally get my surgery that I almost convinced myself that it was a sign NOT to do it. I even thought, maybe I won’t survive this one it was so bad everything they made me go through. I felt like I was on staff making calls making sure people were on top of THEIR job. To the point that after I received my surgery date, they said … You know you need to see a cardiologist (I’m hypertensive, but my heart is great). When I went there 15 days before my surgery he was insisting on MORE tests. I just finally broke down crying. I said my goodness, are you serious? It’s a sign! But lo’ and behold, I recieved a call a little less than two weeks before my surgery date (11/24) and was told if I would mind coming in the next day (11/12). I said with all my nervousness, I WILL BE THERE! 10 days post op, I am doing well through the Grace of God and those appointments the cardioligist wanted to me do … canceled Stay positive, and your husband is 100% right. Have to work hard for what you want, and it is worth it! Keep your head up, you are on your way to healthiness and longevity

Hi @@bobbyswife sure thing. Give me your email and I will scan all three stages sample menus and send

Hi, I am 9 days post op and had my first post of visit today. They said I am doing great but for safety reason want to keep my on my liquid diet (stage one bariatric diet) the full two weeks. I have given a schedule and sample meals which I love because it keeps me on track and I try to get in as much fluids as I can. They did the same for Stage 2, puree and stage three. I can gladly send you a copy if you wish to run by your MD and adhere to. I would be lost without it. I know I need my Protein and these fluids as recommended. I want to have energy and keep my hair.

@@mjmboston sounds good. Keep me posted, best of luck and Thank you

Hi @@mjmboston your day is soon coming. Are you ready? How do you feel? As for me my first post op visit is tomorrow, I am excited to see how I am doing. I am starting to get some energy back and feeling more like myself. My smiley face (what your stomach looks like lol) is still sore, the gas pains are getting better but come and go with bang. Tired of my liquid Phase 1 Diet but I know its whats best for me, its just the last couple of nights I started feeling hungry but I love the sample schedule they gave me, helps me get all my fluids in and daily I drink more Hope to hear from you.

There really is no easy way to say that you are basically reverting back to the habits that got you to needing the surgery in the first place. I'm 4 days out and completely conscious of the fact that this is a life style change. That I need this to live a longer and healthier life. I'm still healing and it is a process. No it will not be easy but yes it will be worth it. I will never do anything to damage all the hard work it took to get me here. All that junk will be there in the future. If I still want it. Goal is, I won't. You are fooling only yourself and unfortunate will only hurt yourself. I agree with everyone here and definitely think you should speak to your nutritionist. 2 weeks does not sheltered make. For your entire life's health, I think it's more than worth it, and you should too. Be blessed and stay strong but most importantly ... On track.

I agree with everyone here. I just got home from my surgery and having had my best friend do all my liquids shopping (broths, shakes, yogurt, crystal light, Popsicles etc) for me has been a big assist. I will definitely look into the gas strips because I've been up for the past two hours because of the shoulder pain. Be prepared for the gas pain. It's the worst of it. But it's already getting better. But boy it's a doozy. I'm very excited for the rest of my recovery and staying hydrated and walking asap after surgery is a big plus ????

That's great, I walked that night. Already on my way home. I needed the two nights, the gas pains yesterday was unbearable but thank God it's much better and the "gas" process has commenced lol ????

@@mjmboston its day 3 I get to go home today. When I came to my back was killing me but pain meds took care of that but let me tell you the gas pains are a doozy. I didn't think it would hurt as much as it did. It's much better today, walking does help and they did give me protonix. Still waiting to pass the elusive gas everyone speaks of that I know will make me feel wonderful. They are right. Sipping the little ounces of water is hard, but until I can do 3 in an hr they will not send me home because they do not want me to dehydrate. Don't rush them though because you can get nauseous. Feeling much better today and am excited for the rest of my recovery

The gas pain is oh so real. When I came to I felt like I had surgery on my back instead of my stomach. Pain meds alleviated that but when they said you would get gas pains, they weren't lying. I'm laying here staring at the ceiling wishing to pass gas. Aside from a few burps (welcomed I may add) it's all the relief I have had as of yet. But in being treated well and kept as comfortable as possible. Being a veteran (unfortunately) to surgeries I must say this has been one of the toughest. I know in the long run it will pay off. Walking does help. So get to walking as soon as you can. But lord I can't wait for all this air to be out of me

Thank you. I will look into it. My surgery was just pushed up to tomorrow. Yikes. Pray for me

Thank you so much. Will do! ????

So my orignal surgery date was 11/24 and I received a called this morning and was asked if I would mind coming in tomorrow instead. I said … well no I wouldn’t mind. After all the rings of fire I went through to get the date I had, this was really a welcomed surprise, but now … I am really nervous. I had started my 2 week high Protein diet yesterday and now went immediately into my Clear liquids diet today. Any words of wisdom/advice before my big day?

Love it! Makes me teary eyed because I am two weeks away from my surgery and I just cannot wait to be where you are at. I just want to be healthier and lighter. Best wishes to you and God bless.