Hello new me

My husband and I are flying to Buffalo, New York this weekend for a long weekend get away to see some friends we haven't seen in a few years and go to a football game. I am right about 2 months out from surgery. I can eat most Proteins, but don't really eat much more because I don't have room in my tummy. I have only eaten out once since surgery and I was still in the Soup phase then. I am concerned about eating while we are gone. We are staying in a hotel and eating out most meals then tailgating for the game. Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated?

195.4

I am 8 weeks out and bought a couple of new things today. We have a outlet mall close to my house, so I shopped the clearance rack. I actually has a NSV today and was able to buy clothes that were not from any plus size stores. I was so excited. $80.00 later, I have 2 new pairs of jeans, 4 new shirts and a couple of pair of underwear. I know these will all be too big in a month, but my husband and I have a long weekend get away next weekend. I wanted to look good since we are seeing friends that we haven't seen in years.

Congrats, you look awesome!

Wow, you can take your multi-vitamins with food. If I take them with any food or liquid in my stomach, it is instant vomiting for me. Isn't it strange how all of our bodies react differently to things?

198.4 - yeah - finally made it into the 100's!!

I took 2 1/2 weeks off of work. I needed every day of it. I work as a Nurse Manager at a busy hospital. My supposed desk job has me walking 5,000 steps per day. I am almost 7 weeks out now. The first week back at work was rough, but it has gotten easier each week.

I had mine done as a outpatient. I checked in at 7am and home by 4pm the same day. I had picked up all my prescriptions before hand and had everything I needed at home. I had a follow up visit the next day. I was a little dehydrated, so they gave me 2 liters of fluids in the office. I had no issues after that.

I sleep better now since surgery then I have in a long time. I contribute it to no caffeine, sugars, or processed foods. I use to wake up several times a night. Now, I sleep through the night with no problems.

Don't forget me. I didn't see my name on the spread sheet. Thanks

Looking great! Congratulations

I am in. CW- 202 GW- 185

Great job!

I was almost a week out, before I lost my first pound. I had gained from all the IV fluids.

Great job!

I had the same problem that far out. I would take a shower then have to sit on the bed for a few minutes before getting dressed. Your energy will increase. By week 2, I was able to take a shower and get ready without the break. Hang in there!

I understand about going out to eat. I am 3 1/2 weeks out now. We went out for lunch today. I just got a bowl of soup. I took a bite out of it and it was crazy salty. My husband who is more sensitive to salt than I was pre-surgery said that it tasted fine. I guess the last 6 weeks of eating different has changed my taste. I really don't think it is a bad thing.????

These look yummy! I still a couple of weeks out from trying them, but they are for sure on my must try list.

Once you make it through the first 3 days, it does get easier. Keep your eye on the prize (your surgery date). It will be here before you know it.

I took 2 1/2 weeks off. I have a stressful office job. I needed every minute of my time off. I have been back a couple of days now. I am one tired puppy by the time I get home. With that being said, including my commute back and forth I am gone for 11 hours a day.

The first couple of days are rough. It will get better. I am 19 days out and back at work. You can do this!!

The itching is a sign of them healing. My doctor told me to keep mine clean and dry. Also, not to put any cream or ointments on them.

If it is bothersome or you are worried, I would contact your doctor.

I had the same issues. It started on day 3 after surgery, with multiple episodes per day. It got better on full liquids to only once a day. I started puréed food a couple of days ago and have not had another episode. My MD told me that I could take Imodium pills. I took them once, but was really scared of having constipation from them. Not sure which would be better or worst?

Looking great!