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Have you pooped yet? That may help Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Talk to your OB/GYN and get a nutrition consult. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Also, Congratulations! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My team says 15 minutes without drinking before eating is OK. I don't see why quinoa would be a problem. Just Make sure you are getting your Protein on first Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

There simply isn't room for them yet. You'll be able to start adding in (cooked or soft) veggies over the next couple of weeks. Lack of fiber is just going to make you constipated, which can be dealt with. Lack of Protein will cause major problems for you and nothing but protein will fix it. In short, you're right to be concerned, but it's only for a few more weeks. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Write down your questions and concerns, and talk them over with your doctor. Also, make a list of the reasons you are wanting to do this surgery. Even if you're still scared (goodness knows I was!), you want to feel comfortable with your choice. I honestly didn't fully relax until I woke up after surgery. Once I was awake, I knew I could handle this! I find anaesthesia very scary. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

You can do this! Where are you calorie-wise for the day? While you want to get out of the habit of snacking, if you're truly hungry, and not just bored, have a snack. Some cheese, yogurt, or a tablespoon of Peanut Butter powder may do the trick. My program gave us a 1200 calorie diet and I tried to stay within 50 calories either way on it. (We were allowed significantly more carbs than you.) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

OKCPirate is so right. My kids are grumpy at me right now because I won't pick them up and I'm somewhat cranky. But: I can put my butt on the tiny kiddy chair to help my five year old with his homework. I'm no longer the biggest parent in his class. I am more able to get down and play with my kids. I'm starting to get more energy. I'm only three weeks post-op, but down 55lbs overall. Life is good and getting better all the time! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It's not greasy. I used low fat ricotta and mozzarella. You'll only eat a couple ounces of it. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My son started kindergarten two days after I had sleeve surgery. My biggest issue was not being able to lift the kids in and out of the car seats. You should be able to do what you need to do. But give yourself extra time. Try laying out the clothes ahead of time. And don't be afraid to nap if you need it! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

The tiredness can be from the extreme low calorie diet you are on. That should improve when you start getting more calories. The rest of your symptoms sound like dehydration. Call your doctor's office in the morning and see if they want you to go in for fluids. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I weigh most things. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Since it's this bad, go to the ER for help. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have depression and was approved. The thing they are looking for is that it is currently under control and you are being treated. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My doc said to wait two weeks. It was somewhat uncomfortable at that point, but still felt good. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It gets a -lot- better after about two weeks. I was off pain meds in 9 days. By two weeks out, I could move without significant discomfort and lay on my side. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

4-8 weeks, depending on your program. Some people can't tolerate them until several months out. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I would recommend ice packs. They helped a ton. I wouldn't use any cream or gel on your incisions until they are well healed. It's not worth the infection risk. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was sleeved 2.5 weeks ago. I do have hunger. It's usually when I haven't eaten in 6+ hours. It goes away with a few bites of food or drinking fluids. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Both my kids had a cold the week before I had my surgery. I managed to not catch it. Sending good vibes and germ deflectors your way. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It's really going to depend on your own tolerances. I'm just over two weeks out. It didn't cause any issues for me (except for feeling very heavy in my stomach). I'm having trouble getting over 400 calories, so a little extra fat is a good thing right now! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Fill your fridge with easy to eat fruit, veg, lean meat and low fat cheese. Make the healthy foods as easy to grab and eat as a Twinkie. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Low fat ricotta and low fat cottage cheese are on my food lists. eggs are ok in a recipe (I'm not supposed to do them straight until 8 weeks). I used low fat mozzarella as well. I can barely eat two ounces of this. My macro calculations came out to 61 calories, 3.4 grams fat, 2.5 carbs, and 6.2 grams Protein for two ounces. You could cut the fat by eliminating or reducing the Parmesan. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Peanut Butter has too much fat to use as a primary Protein source. Have you looked at one of the defatted peanut powders? (PB2, pbFit)? You could add some of the powder to a recipe. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Some foods just sit like a rock. I can eat 2.5 ounces of tuna and be happy. I feel overstuffed and uncomfortable on 2oz of ricotta bake. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I love my Instant Pot. The meat is a lot juicier than the crock pot. I think it'll be perfect once I can start eating more solids. It's definitely not "instant", but it's hands off, which I appreciate. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App