jenc427

Im almost three weeks out and ive been to the movies twice since surgery. Preop i would have popcorn, a slurpee, sometimes nachos. And let me tell you. When i went in both times I was dying to just buy what i use to buy and just taste them! But i didnt. The first time it was during my first week post op and i just took my Jello and Water as Snacks. The second time which was yesterday i just had water and a Protein Shake. It was hard believe me. But after a while i got so into the movie. It didnt even faze me.

Good for you. I have no doubt you will be successful.

Im almost three weeks out and ive been to the movies twice since surgery. Preop i would have popcorn, a slurpee, sometimes nachos. And let me tell you. When i went in both times I was dying to just buy what i use to buy and just taste them! But i didnt. The first time it was during my first week post op and i just took my Jello and Water as Snacks. The second time which was yesterday i just had water and a Protein Shake. It was hard believe me. But after a while i got so into the movie. It didnt even faze me.

Hi guys!
Im about a little over 2 weeks post op and i feel like i am not handling my "meals" and my liquids well! Theres not enough hours in the day! I started purees today.....okay while writing that I wanted to slap myself in the forehead and tell myself to chill and give myself time to get the flow of things. Lol.
But seriously, I had one egg this morning with cheese and a bit of chopped ham and had half of it for a snack later on in the day. I had a bite or two of tuna and then split a small container of canned mandarins for snack and dinner. And on top of that I drank as much Water as i could. Im still sipping now.... But damn! Getting in everything I need is like a full time job! Lol
How did you guys plan yourselves better to actually have your 5-6 meals a day and the fluids without exploding?! At some point I feel like my little tummy is expanding with all the liquids im trying to get in.
Any advice on how you did it? How you paced yourself?

I just started purees and i kind of stopped talking shakes. But i think I am going to add those back in for a while longer!

I feel the same way!!!!! I drink what Water I can& don't worry about the rest!!!! I had a can of cream of potatoe Soup yesterday for lunch & dinner& got too full at dinner!!! Once I feel a little full I stop!!!!! I did try just maybe 3 bites of sugar free ice cream,it was wonderful. I'm trying to just eat meals & nothing in between,I had surgery July 6th!!!!
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It's tough. 2 weeks post op. I have to worry about food more than I did before surgery. Before, I just wouldn't eat all day and just binge on a great meal at dinner. Now, I have to plan. I'll be on purees starting tommorrow. But my first 3 items of each day is Water, premier Protein (30g), and a triple zero greek yogurt. Those are easy to do on the go and I can't have anything else until I do.
After that i sip on ice cold Water, Popsicles whatever and have my meals in between. Anytime I leave the house for an extended trip- transporting kids, baseball games, movies, i take a Protein Drink with me.
It takes awhile for me to get tired of something. So I'll keep doing that just to get that Protein in. You'll get used to it. And your hair will thank you!

For the first few weeks I was just drinking constantly almost all day. It would take me about a half hour to finish a Protein shake, I just kept taking sips until it was done. I continued to use Protein shakes as my primary source of Protein until almost month three when I could eat enough food at one time to get my 60g of protein without them.
Premier Protein is great only 11oz with 30g of protein so two of them should be enough to reach goal for most people.

I hear yah! But I've gotten some easy high Protein items like the yogurt called triple zero that has 27 grams for vanilla. It goes down good! And I'm drinking at every pee break at night. Two shakes and yogurt gets you well over 60. So add your Protein meals your gold.
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I'm struggling with getting in enough Protein as well. Unless all my meals are protein based then it can't happen.
I'll borrow your advice and start writing out a food plan in advancs

I am one week post op and just getting in enough Fluid is a struggle, let alone protein! I just can't be bothered....but I know it's my life we're talking about, so I need to really focus. So worried about work next week and how I will juggle it all....I can't wait until I can eat though!!! Good luck with it all.

It's no joke a full time job, I'm 2 & 1/2 weeks weeks out and I have to set alarms on my phone to remind me to get Protein in and drink. It was hard for me the first two weeks although I managed but it's getting a lot easier! My stomach is handling more liquids. Then it was before . Don't get me wrong it's still a chore but it's getting easier. Just aim for high protein. I usually do a scoop of 30 gm Protein Drink with 5oz Water in the morning and night.. 4 oz cottage cheese 13 gm protein , zero calorie ice cold Vitamin water made with trivia is a life saver..I love the strawberry lemonade one. It's not acidic tasting . I carry water with me 24 hour and drink. Drink drink even if I'm not thirsty I make myself go through a 20oz vit water, 16 oz water, plus whatever I mix in to my Protein Drinks , posix le and more after before bed. It's literally a full time job....it'll pay off

Hi guys!
Im about a little over 2 weeks post op and i feel like i am not handling my "meals" and my liquids well! Theres not enough hours in the day! I started purees today.....okay while writing that I wanted to slap myself in the forehead and tell myself to chill and give myself time to get the flow of things. Lol.
But seriously, I had one egg this morning with cheese and a bit of chopped ham and had half of it for a snack later on in the day. I had a bite or two of tuna and then split a small container of canned mandarins for snack and dinner. And on top of that I drank as much Water as i could. Im still sipping now.... But damn! Getting in everything I need is like a full time job! Lol
How did you guys plan yourselves better to actually have your 5-6 meals a day and the fluids without exploding?! At some point I feel like my little tummy is expanding with all the liquids im trying to get in.
Any advice on how you did it? How you paced yourself?

It is a full time job for a while post-op.
You may have to get out pen and paper and make a schedule. Set short term milestones/goals and just keep at it.
It gets easier.

Hi guys!
Im about a little over 2 weeks post op and i feel like i am not handling my "meals" and my liquids well! Theres not enough hours in the day! I started purees today.....okay while writing that I wanted to slap myself in the forehead and tell myself to chill and give myself time to get the flow of things. Lol.
But seriously, I had one egg this morning with cheese and a bit of chopped ham and had half of it for a snack later on in the day. I had a bite or two of tuna and then split a small container of canned mandarins for snack and dinner. And on top of that I drank as much Water as i could. Im still sipping now.... But damn! Getting in everything I need is like a full time job! Lol
How did you guys plan yourselves better to actually have your 5-6 meals a day and the fluids without exploding?! At some point I feel like my little tummy is expanding with all the liquids im trying to get in.
Any advice on how you did it? How you paced yourself?

Im actually going to have my last meal tomorrow night. And im thinking about it too! I have surgery Tuesday and Im on a one day liquid diet the day before.

Dont worry! I was thinking the exact same thing during my almost year wait!!! It will come soon!
Im having surgery in Jersey. Englewood hospital. But Im from NYC. So itll be a bit of a drive there.
Thank you!!!
I am trying to remind myself too. Tell myself this is going to change my life in the best way!

Best of luck to all tomorrow. Super super exciting. I CANT WAIT. see yall on the other side. Woowoooo
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Best of luck to all who arw having surgery tomorrow! ! May you all have safe surgeries and speedy recoveries!!
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And im freaking out. I wasnt feeling nervous until I got the call this afternoon that I need to report at the hospital at 6am tomorrow. Surgery is at 7:30am. Now Im full of butterflies and anxious. ITS ACTUALLY HAPPENING!!!
I need to pack my bag and calm myself down. Lol.
Wish me luck everyone!!!! I'll see ya on the other side!
Wise words and tips are most definitely welcomed right now.

My surgery is at 9:30am and I am so nervous as well! I'm excited to officially start my journey! I just keep reminding myself why I'm doing this in the first place. Best of luck to you!!
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Mine is at 9am!!!! I'm sharing in your joys and your nerves. Packing the bag now, washing the sheets for my pre-op funky soap showers, and reading the boards like crazy! While I don't have any words of wisdom for you, I'm excited to be going on the journey at almost the same time as you!

Try and relax! Follow your plan and you'll do great!

Best of luck & kick A**!!!

And im freaking out. I wasnt feeling nervous until I got the call this afternoon that I need to report at the hospital at 6am tomorrow. Surgery is at 7:30am. Now Im full of butterflies and anxious. ITS ACTUALLY HAPPENING!!!
I need to pack my bag and calm myself down. Lol.
Wish me luck everyone!!!! I'll see ya on the other side!
Wise words and tips are most definitely welcomed right now.