magicalwoman

Over the years I've called him other things, for sure.
My husband loves big women, he never once said I looked bad or should lose weight. He does agree that health is at the forefront, so weight lose is paramount.
I had my surgery on September 9th and he has not left my side once. He is my rock and my primary cheerleader. He tells me several times a day how well I'm doing and always encourages me.
Now there are the messes in the kitchen, OMG, and the smelly dog, OMG. And he loves to sleep in, but with everything going on, he is by my side and rubs my back.
My husband, My Rock, My support.
Thank you baby.

I did it! Still feeling rough but walking and sipping is my life line right now. Looking forward to the weeks passing so I can feel better and progress in my journey. Starting weight 192lbs. Goal weight is 115 as I'm pretty short.

Wow, being mean to people who acknowledge it isn't all sunshine and lollipops for them is a little f***ed up! It's a daily struggle to get to a place of comfort with the changes. Please reach out to people who will give you some understanding and ignore those who are being hateful or self-righteous. Your choices maybe could improve but it seems your a little lost with it right now. If I can help in any way please let me know.
Peace

Are you getting in all your Protein and fluids? At one week post-op I was pretty much sipping something all day long just to get it all in. I wouldn't have had the time or room to eat something not on my plan.
As my NUT reminded us, the liquid phase is not forever. You will get to eat soon enough. Don't risk setting back your recovery or causing complications by advancing your foods too quickly.
Early out I used ProtiDiet Soups (tomato basil and creamy chicken) that I got from my surgeon's office in addition to Protein Shakes and fruit-flavored Protein Drinks to get in all my protein. I liked having a savory option. A lot of people like the Unjury chicken Soup flavor, too.

Just took more pain meds about an hour ago.
I slept for about an hour maybe.
Tried unjury chicken Soup, best thing I've had so far.
I will stay up for another few minutes then back to bed. I feel so tired.

Hi, I just arrived home about an hour ago.
I had a pretty restless night at the surgery center...wasn't my iComfort!
I've taken my meds and I think I am going to try to rest and sleep for a bit.

I am three days post op and took 5ml my pain meds today. Crystal Light Peach sugar free, Water, powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury chicken Soup and I just downed about 2 oz of Tomato Soup. Sorry my days are blending together.
Ok I have another one...I'm suprised that at officially one week out, I'm still experiencing pain in my main incision from which my stomach and hernia were removed. It's at a level 8! I called my doctor and they just advised me to call the office tomorrow morning to see about getting a refill on my pain meds. I don't think it's infected or anything, but I know I made a couple wrong turns and may have pulled on it too much. I'm hoping it subsides in the next coming days, but it's pretty bad.

How long did it take for you guys' pain to completely go away and go no longer need pain meds?

Yes, Here We Go!!!!!
It's going to be a wild, exciting and fantastic ride.
Loving all my new friends.
Thank you for such encouragement and spirit!!!

I am three days post op and took 5ml my pain meds today. Crystal Light Peach sugar free, Water, powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury chicken Soup and I just downed about 2 oz of Tomato Soup. Sorry my days are blending together.
Ok I have another one...I'm suprised that at officially one week out, I'm still experiencing pain in my main incision from which my stomach and hernia were removed. It's at a level 8! I called my doctor and they just advised me to call the office tomorrow morning to see about getting a refill on my pain meds. I don't think it's infected or anything, but I know I made a couple wrong turns and may have pulled on it too much. I'm hoping it subsides in the next coming days, but it's pretty bad.

How long did it take for you guys' pain to completely go away and go no longer need pain meds?

Adding:
How easy it is to forget to eat and drink.

Well, their must be a way to stop this maddness.
I mean if people only reed there posts the world wood be a better place.
Write?

Hi, I just arrived home about an hour ago.
I had a pretty restless night at the surgery center...wasn't my iComfort!
I've taken my meds and I think I am going to try to rest and sleep for a bit.

Well, their must be a way to stop this maddness.
I mean if people only reed there posts the world wood be a better place.
Write?

Well, their must be a way to stop this maddness.
I mean if people only reed there posts the world wood be a better place.
Write?

Rest up and check in later!

@@magicalwoman - good idea. catch up on your sleep and try to move and hydrate when you are awake today. tomorrow if you can try OTC pain meds and still hydrate and move...
Like your new seat, on the losers bench???

Hi, I just arrived home about an hour ago.
I had a pretty restless night at the surgery center...wasn't my iComfort!
I've taken my meds and I think I am going to try to rest and sleep for a bit.

To bjcarver,
I haven't cheated but it seems like my pre surgery diet is different. I have 3 to 4 Protein Shakes a day, then a Lean Cusine meal or that type 350 calories or less.
Today, the day before my surgery, I am really packing in the liquid. Then for dinner I am going to have a big fluffy salad with lots of green, cooked ground turkey and ricotta cheese. Some lite ranch or cesar dressing or lemon pepper sprinkle and I should be good.
Nothing after midnight, but I should be in bed by 9 or 10. So that will be my last of anything which will probably be lemon Water or perhaps some Jello.
I'm ready for tomorrow.

I just love this group.
Each time I am here I learn more and have come to know that I am not the only one. Which was sometimes my thinking.
I can't wait to stop avoiding mirrors!

To bjcarver,
I haven't cheated but it seems like my pre surgery diet is different. I have 3 to 4 Protein Shakes a day, then a Lean Cusine meal or that type 350 calories or less.
Today, the day before my surgery, I am really packing in the liquid. Then for dinner I am going to have a big fluffy salad with lots of green, cooked ground turkey and ricotta cheese. Some lite ranch or cesar dressing or lemon pepper sprinkle and I should be good.
Nothing after midnight, but I should be in bed by 9 or 10. So that will be my last of anything which will probably be lemon Water or perhaps some Jello.
I'm ready for tomorrow.

I can't believe those that lied on their drivers license! (looking for house falling from the sky)
I put the ultimate truth on mine 6'5" and 300#

So, I went shopping yesterday for the first time in a couple of months. And I am proud to say that NOTHING was "plus sized". It was my first non big girl store shopping trip in more time than I can remember. And on top of that, I was buying Large shirts and size 10 jeans. I never thought that I would feel this good so soon. I am so happy! As many others say, wish I had only done this sooner!
If I feel this great at 5 months post op, I cant wait what the future holds!!

Today is day 8 of my liquid diet. My surgeon requires 14 days of an entirely liquid diet, but I allowed myself cooked veggies on days 4 and 5. So, I guess I technically cheated. I am doing good now, though. I have my pre-op apt in 2 days, hoping to see a good amount of weight lost so far! I have been avoiding the scale so that I won't be obsessive. How's everyone else doing? Any other "cheaters"? haha

Yes, Here We Go!!!!!
It's going to be a wild, exciting and fantastic ride.
Loving all my new friends.
Thank you for such encouragement and spirit!!!

Last appointment!!!????????????????????
And the waiting begins!!