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Looking forward to get more selection at Marshalls and TJMaxx, their plus size selection was always slim. Also JJill, Ann Taylor, Loft and Lucky is on my radar in about 80 pounds.

Thank you for you advice ladies. I still have it, even woke up in the middle of the night with having to go. I have been reading to do a liquid day to let your intestines calm down. So broth and smart water for me today. I have also been thinking: I had a dental appt this Wednesday and had to take one dose of antibiotics prior to that, maybe it's a late effect from that too.

Yes it was! Must be the fat then! I do t like buying different kinds of mayo, different kinds of milk etc. But maybe I have to just do it. My NUT says that I have to moisten my food with something, I.e mayo. I have moistened my food with hummus and that went well. I am drinking a lot of decaf tea with Truvia. Could that trigger it?

Thank you!! I will ask him about it on my post op appointment! ????

Really uncomfortable topic, but here it goes: I wish my plumbing were more predictable. I am three weeks out from surgery and was lucky to have a daily BM, there was one or two days without one but smooth-move-tea helped greatly. Today I had an egg and a piece of lean ham for breakfast and grilled chicken for lunch and a Greek yoghurt too. I moistened the chicken when mincing it with mayo. Can that be the trigger for the runs or could it be the artificial sugar sweeteners in the Dannon Light and Fit yoghurt?? Any input is appreciated. Thank you!

I had gastric bypass almost three weeks ago and I thought snacks were taboo. I was advised by my surgeon to have three meals and only drink in between. Sometime if my tummy is grumbly I have like a plain Greek yoghurt. I am also using up my sugar free ice pops that I have left from my clear liquid stage. Honestly I am trying to get away from artificial sweeteners too. I know sometimes we cannot avoid it, but the less carcinogens we put in our bodies the healthier we will keep.

I can't say much yet as I am almost 3 weeks after RNY and only down 23 pounds. My colleagues have been supportive so far, they all know. I found it easier to tell colleagues than friends. My family has been great too. I am so saddened to hear that this positive achievement has caused friendships to crumble. It could be jealousy. Whatever it is, it is their loss. I would love to hang out with any of you!! Xoxo From Florida!

@@lifeofblair I totally agree with you, I am also afraid to eat something that will make me vomit or nauseated. Feeling nauseous is worse than being in pain for me!!

Thank you James! Soup is my best friend!!

My surgeon didn't take my gall bladder out during my RNY surgery. I am reading a lot of stuff regarding issues with it and gall stones. What can I do to prevent issues with my gall bladder? Any help is appreciated!

Hi. I had gastric bypass on 12/21 and my pouch can hold about 1 Greek yoghurt or 8 oz of liquified pea soup. Or even 2-4 oz cottage cheese. I find drinking water is hard, but warm herbal tea is okay. I can drink 12 oz in about 20 minutes. How about you?

@stayc Hang in there! It is definitely not a miracle overnight cure. Don't lose hope. I am a week ahead of you and my weight loss is stalling. But I only eat soups and I log every sip and bite that enters my mouth. I can eat between 400-700 cal a day and feel satisfied. Keep yourself busy. I am happy I can go back to work on Friday. I have been enjoying little mini walks too.

Hello ladies, I am from South Fl too. I had surgery 12-21-15 with Dr. Cohen. My care has been phenomenal. Memorial Hospital has the next support group 1-19, 6:30pm, anyone welcome.

South Florida here ????????

I am taking the Opurity brand. I love their calcium flavor, the Multis are so so.

If you don't feel comfortable telling, then don't. However, I find it important that you celebrate your loss, huge loss and don't minimize that! Congrats!!

I am almost 2 weeks post-op and have developed stomach cramping after every meal and sip of water or bite of food. I had a soft poached egg yesterday and it lay real heavy in my tummy. This morning I started with cramps. Drinking water made it a bit better, but then it came back. I am back on liquids. This has me scared. Any thoughts on this?

I am 5'8 and have to get my protein intake between 60-80 g daily.

I have a ninja and used the big round one to purée homemade soups. Very useful device, also if you prefer your protein drinks smoother than what you can achieve with a shaker bottle.

Thank you all for your great tips. It is an adjustment, my calorie intake is between 400-600 cal per day. Hoping that once I start puréed stage I can up my cal a bit. I had to quit my BP meds already because my pressure has been really low.

Do we Decembelles have a Facebook group?

My surgeon says that 7/10 are fine with their gall bladder and will not remove during WLS. He also says removing gall bladder will put extra strain on body and extend recovery time. I heard that some people were prescribed a medication to prevent gall stones after surgery, but I did not get it from my surgeon.

I also was told that caffeine is on the forever Nono list!

Hi Vicky! I had surgery this past Monday but I was curious about what other folks are doing that are a bit ahead of me so I ended up reading your posting. My surgeon says that if solids are too much yet, revert back to the previous stage of purred or even liquid diet. As we learn how to eat without distraction and our tummies heal we will be able to do it, I feel certain. I have a 7year old as well and I cannot wait to be more active. Be well and listen to your body.

Hello Decembelles, how is everyone doing? I hope you are doing as well as I do on your journey. I am recovering very well, the incisions are healing nicely and they are not as big as I expected. Around the incision sites, the bruising is showing now. With the procedure of the RNY they discovered and fixed a hiatal hernia as well. I tire easily but I am off my pain meds already. At times it feels uncomfy, but it doesn't warrant a liquid narcotic medicine. Walking is the key to a speedy recovery. I am wondering why I feel dizzy during the day sometimes. I know that I am eating, or drinking for now about 500 cal until I hit day 14 post-op. Then I will start wonderful puréed food! Thank goodness I don't feel hungry, like I did the week of full liquids leading up and prepping for surgery. I am getting up around 3am every night because I am thirsty. Then I am sitting in the recliner sipping more water, no issues when I drink 6 oz in a 10 min period. I have a full feeling but it doesn't cause nausea. My best to everyone and let us hear from you on how you are doing please!