cindyw41

Stage three..soft foods? When I was in Vegas I was a little further along than you. Some places I opted for a shrimp cocktail, soup or other "healthier" meals. I would also check to see if the restaurant has a plate share option. Some charge a fee for sharing but my husband and I do this. Lots of places have their menus online. Pre choose a couple ideas before you go. If you do choose a buffet you will have more choices. Stick to your plan but your portions will be considerably smaller than those of a regular diner, check to see if they allow a child's portion or plate share. You may just end up paying full price and eating very little. Pre-op I took my food with me everywhere. Post op I choose from the menu. I agree that restaurants in Vegas may not be too happy having you bring in your food. Have fun and enjoy Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had 7 months of nutrition classes prior to surgery. Each month we added information to a large binder that I can refer back to if I have a question. My surgeon definitely makes sure his patients are prepared. I'd suggest making a list of questions. That way when you see your Nut you're not overwhelmed and forget stuff. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Definitely during the beginning stages. You want it to go down as smooth as possible. I still add something if what I'm eating is really dry. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Like Applesauce or baby food, you may need to add extra sauce or something to it so it's not so dry. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was taken off Mertformin by my surgeon because it was a XR medication and was told that I can not take XR medications anymore. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I puréed everything. I got a mini chopper from Walmart. It was like $15-20 and a lifesaver. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

This will get better. Please take your pain meds. I took mine for about a week post op. I also had a hernia repair.. I don't have anything to compare it to but I don't believe that in itself will cause additional discomfort. My post op instructions/symptom list was not any different from those who just had the sleeve. Your stomach is swollen, your throat is raw from the breathing tube. Getting fluids in is really hard at this stage. I was to gradually increase the amount that i drank. 1 oz every 30 mins increasing as time went on. They gave me medicine cups at the hospital for this reason. Take baby steps and remember you just has major surgery. You're not going to feel "normal" for a while. For me it was 3 weeks. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Once I was past the first 3 days, I wasn't hungry anymore. Ketosis kicked in and took over. After that it was a breeze. You'll do great! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It's a Tylenol based medicine, I would say you're good to go. The only meds we're to stay away from is NSAIDs Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Besides the ricotta bake, I loved puréed meat loaf and mashed potatoes (some plans do not allow potatoes, be sure to check if you are) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had to drink 4 shakes a day but I could also have 1 serving each of Yogurt, unflavored applesauce, sf pudding, sf Jello, 1/2 cup cooked veggies & 1/2 cup oatmeal I spaced my meals out every 2 hrs. It seemed that I was constantly eating. So it took the urge to snack away. I did not cheat..I was afraid of having surgery delayed/canceled if I didn't lose enough. I was extremely tired the first couple of days but felt better on day 3. Don't be afraid to be around people who are eating. I Carried my lunch box (it looks like a purse) everywhere filled with things that I could eat. Not one eatery/movie theater said anything to me. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm so sorry for your losses.. I can't imagine how hard this is for you two. Protein bars are another choice for sure but just be careful of the calorie content. 1 gram of protein shouldn't be more than 10 calories. So a 20gm Protein Bar should be 200 calories or less. A lot of the protein bars are just as bad a candy bars. I'm 7 months out and for me food is still blah.. I wish I could find at least one dish that wows me..but for now it's like "well that was disappointing". This surgery definitely has turned me into a picky eater. I'm hoping this gets better for both of us. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Are you on the App or website? It has to be done on the website.. At the top of the page the is a wheel icon. Click on that then "my tickers". Click on create new ticker then Choose which one you would like, it will take you through the steps. At the end you will be given the option to "add to signature". This is how it shows on the bottom of your posts. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Are you allowed pudding, Jello, or yogurt? Thankfully they were included in my full liquid meal plan. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I tried the BA and Celebrate chewables (my dr gave out samples and they were nasty) my Nut gave me some of the capsules and they're pretty large. I use the Centrum vitamints and mini high potency Iron tablets from Walgreens. They're both a lot easier to get down. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I just had surgery in January with the hernia repair. My surgeon said that my Gerd can return and that may eventually lead to a conversion to Gastric Bypass. He never suggested or implied repairing the Hiatal again. Are you having severe acid again? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Too much Fluid at one time can cause discomfort as well. If you're just drinking a small amount to kind of wash down your shake I don't see the issue. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Did you check out the site I linked for you? It really does have a lot of great information on it. It covers from pre-op on. You can PM me if you have any questions. http://www.obesitycoverage.com/the-big-gastric-sleeve-diet-guide/ Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have been having shoulder pain for a couple of months. I guess it started about 5 months post op. With no clear reason why. Somedays I can't move my arm above my head other days it barely hurts. Not sure if it's WLS related but it's aggravating. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Maybe go back to shakes till you see your Dr., just to make sure you're reaching your Protein target. I would also keep a food log, note how you feel after eating it. (If you vomited, food got stuck or anything else). Take this with you to the Drs. Maybe you can see a pattern or discover a food intolerance. I love cheese and eat it regularly. Just be careful of the fat content and the sodium in the lunch meat. I hope it's resolved for you.

Are you cutting your food into really small pieces and chewing well? The only time things get stuck for me is when the piece of food is too big. Are you able to drink shakes without any issues?

I'm 7 months out and would do it again in a heart beat. I've never vomited or even dry heaved. I felt "normal" after 3 weeks. I was on 5 bp meds now I'm on one. I'm one of the lucky ones who has hereditary hpb. I've lost 70lbs..68% of my excess weight and almost to goal.

I definitely can not eat as much if I don't wait the 30 mins after drinking so something before I eat. I've had a few sips with a meal. (We're allowed no more than 2oz) If I drink more than that, I can tell the difference and it isn't very pleasant. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have not had true hunger but yes your head can mess with you. The best thing to do is make sure you take acid medicine. Sometimes acid can mimic hunger. If you aren't sure if it's true hunger or head hunger drink some Protein. If the hunger goes away then it was true hunger if you still have that feeling then its head hunger. Best to come up with a plan, take a walk, start a craft or something to occupy your time. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Glad to hear it got somewhat better. The 0 appetite is normal. I'm 7 months out and still have no appetite. Some Drs (mine included) require patients to crush pills for a few weeks post surgery. I wasn't able to swallow pills for a month but that lasted 2 weeks post surgery. (Crushed pills are nasty) I still get things "caught" so I have to space out my meds too. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App