BLERDgirl

OMG! That sounds delicious! I'd make it in individual ramekins and freeze the extras.

Congrats!!!! I'm hoping to hit 75 lbs soon. I know it feels random but it's a mini goal of mine.

Pretty much. The only thing that may make you a little nervous is seeing/being in the OR. There are all these machines and such and for some that can be a little intimidating. Note most of those machines aren't for you, but are just the general OR setup The only things that will touch you while you are awake is the table you will lie on, the IV they will put in your arm, possibly a pulse xy ( a little thing that clips to your finger) and the mask that on your face. That sounds like a lot but it really isn't. They out the mask on and tell you to count backwards. You probably will be out by 97. Honestly it's the easiest part.

@@KCLatina - Are you on any vitamins and supplements? Will you get bloodwork at 6 weeks? Ask your doctor if your levels are okay.

Fiber typically doesn't cause constipation. It actually helps with BM's. Fiber is what constipation aides like ducolax and benefiber are made of. Getting it from veg just means you may not need to use those things. Raw veg may be challenging for dome because the body has to break them and that may be difficult if you are used to eating a lot of raw veg or have a still healing belly. Fiber and plenty of fluids is actually a good way to not get constipated.

That's my point. I don't think there is an average. Everyone has a different program. I wasn't instructed to each a certain amount every few hours at all. I was told to work up to the 60gms of protein/64 ounces of fluid.

@@Kindle I agree that therapy is not needed for everyone going through WLS but for those who can't help themselves or correct what might be viewed as self destructive behaviors it can be a help. More importantly when a poster suggests someone who appears to be struggling that counseling might be helpful, the intent is not to judge or to be mean, rather it's a genuine attempt at help.

If you can get your hands on it there are many forms of medical MJ. Some you smoke, some is in liquid form and some is in edible form. It's not about suddenly becoming a stoner.

Most doctors will recommend no sodas/carbonated drinks,so quitting that is a good idea. I also second the practice eating slow. It's much harder than it sounds and even what you may think is slow may not be slow enough.

Sorry you feel this way. Even the most well intended support group is no replacement for a competent therapist.

Hopefully you will be fine. However please realize that if you are still have respiratory issues, it makes anesthesia a bit more challenging. It's better to be safe than sorry and postpone rather than risk complications.

Salt water. but in your nose. Some time our throats get irritated from post nasal drip. As for the throat itself. I use old school brown Listerene. It's nasty but it soothe the throat and it also keeps me from getting thrush. Mostly just give your throat a rest and ride it out. Talk as little as possible.

What were your doctor's and/or nutritionist instructions? They are the ones in charge of your care. You should ask them. There are too many variable in programs. Some have clear liquid phases, some do not , etc....

Why? It's possible. Personally I don't believe in cheat meals. Never have. I ate according to plan through all my post op phases. 2 weeks liquid, 2 weeks pureed and 2 weeks soft food. The liquid phase was hard, but I sucked it up and did it. Now that I can eat whatever I tolerate I plan for sweets and thing. However I still maintain my protein/calorie goals. If I'm going to a party or event I base my days eating around it. If I want a piece of chocolate I plan for that. My goal is to eat balanced. There is no room for a cheating mentality. That doesn't make me perfect and I'm not trying to be. I'd also like to say. Suggesting someone get therapy or counseling isn't intended to be judgmental. I noticed sometimes posters seem to get offended when others suggest that. It's just a matter of recognizing that sometimes people need a little extra help with getting in the right head space to be successful with WLS. If you are literally unable to stop yourself from eating what is not good for you, seeing a professional who may be able to help you develop new tools to do that isn't a ad thing.

I was able to eat raw veg by 6 weeks. I started slow, a little romaine or fresh spinach with some egg salad. I missed salads and even though I eat much smaller ones than I previously did, I now have them several times a week. I have been fortunate enough not to have had any problems with any foods so far.

My typical base is either Isopure unflavored whey or on occasion CVS vanilla whey with sunfiber plus half to whole cup of Fage 0% Greek yogurt. I then add fruit, cacao powder or nut butter to taste. I almost always use water to mix and loads of ice. I drink half before my 9am water aerobics class & half after. I end up with 30 - 40 gms of protein before noon.

Same parent company so essentially same bra made in different sizes for their target demographics. Depending on your size I like LB's sports bras which are really great for back fat issues. Other good but pricey bras are Soma, Enell & Spanx

if I lived closer I might have to come over for dinner. Yes, seaweed is a vegetable.

@@KS123 - I was sleeved a month before my 51rst birthday.

@@Kindle - your post just made me hungry!

Not true. I'm a vegetarian. Easily 75% of what I eat contains fiber. I have been eating them since day 1. When I was all liquid I would make a bean Soup. I also added a bit of spinach to my Protein drinks and Soups. As for vegetables try what you like. Just allow time to see if you body reacts negatively before adding anything else new. I have been enjoying small green salads since 6 weeks out. As for grains, I don't eat white rice, but I have had brown rice and quinoa with no issues. I have never had constipation or diarrhea. I had my first BM 3 days after coming home from the hospital and I've been regular ever since.

Do you mean the fruit added ones?

It varies greatly. I didn't have any pain. I was pretty functional about 3 - 4 days post-op but found I tired easily for a good week post op. I'm retired but after a week of taking it easy at home I was bored silly and ready to get out of the house beyond my daily walks.

Those are the point you prepare for. Make sure that you have a chance to speak. Prepare by sitting down and writing out your responses. Review it carefully. It helps to use their language back to them. Be positive but also determined. (not rude). The key I have found with systems like this is trying to think of all possible ways they could say no and coming up with prepared rebuttals. 1. You doctor reported you "likely" had slippage. List each and every symptom and problem you are having with the lap band. Make sure to list them all no matter how minor. 2. Point out the deadline discrepancy. Make a copy of the information as listed in your policy or their online website. Point out that the nutritionist and internist were monitoring your weight while you were attempting to eat sensibly and exercise. Perhaps even mention that the lap band complications made this challenging. (if this is indeed true). Talk about your co-morbs. You want to play up the worse case scenarios while still being honest. Most of all fight for this. Appeal until there are no further appeals left.

I'm not saying be dishonest or lie. Just keep it to basics. Perfect! You give age appropriate information in simple terms they can handle.