becomingmandikaye

It's only a month late (sorry - life happens!), but I've finally gotten my podcast going!

In the first episode, I mostly just introduce myself and explain why I chose the sleeve.

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I'd love your feedback! And if you have suggestions for future topics, that would be awesome too! So far, I'm planning episodes on insurance, head hunger, what wls is and what it isn't, and a more in depth look at the different kinds of surgeries.

17 minutes ago, Alex Brecher said:

Congrats on moving forward with this! I listen to Podcasts on a regular basis. I hope you're planning on publishing them to iTunes?

It already is! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/30-second-chew/id1216502822

Alright you guys, I did it. I went and started a wls podcast from the perspective of the patient! It's called 30 Second Chew, and should be available most anywhere you choose to get your podcasts.

I am by no means an expert, only someone who wants to share my successes, my struggles, my fears, etc.

You can find my intro episode here: http://eloquentgushing.com/30-second-chew/episode-0-introducing-me/

I officially launch in April - and I'd love it if any of you had questions or comments/thoughts for me to share on the show!

Hey everyone!

I'm tinkering with the idea of starting a podcast about wls. The main ones I've seen are run by doctors and medical centers.

Would that be something any of you would be interested in listening to?

I'm thinking it would be a weekly 5-10 minute show where I share my experiences, answer questions, and share favorite tips and recipes.

I'm becomingmandikaye on IG too!

Hi everyone!

Do you have any favorite bariatric blogs? I know there's Eggface and Bariatric Foodie. What else do you read?

That's great! I just started my pre op diet today so I'm hoping a lose a good enough amount. How was recovery?

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It was good. I was off pain meds completely by day 7 (and only taking them before bed days 4-6). I'll be 7 weeks out on Wednesday, and I really only feel some lingering fatigue at times.

I never had any severe pain, severe gas, long-term nausea, or any vomiting at all.

I live near Raleigh/Durham, and my surgery is on Wednesday. Good luck to you!

How's it going?

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Things are going great, other than this blasted stall! Thanks for asking.

My calorie goal is between 600 and 800 calories, at least until I'm 3 months out.

If you're not weighing yourself at all, are you taking your measurements? I bet there's more of a change than you think there is.

Hey there! I'm six weeks out, so probably not as new as you're looking for... but here's my advice anyway.

Walking is the best way to get rid of the gas. Walk, walk some more, and then walk some more.

It took me 4 or 5 days to have a bowel movement - you're only 2 days post-op, so don't start worrying yet!

Congratulations, and welcome to the loser's bench!

Congratulations!!

I would assume they would want someone there until the surgery was over, but ask your surgeon's office!

Congratulations!

For what it's worth - my *insurance company* gave me wrong information and I had to call and correct them. People make mistakes - you just have to stay on top of it.

Right - they're wrong. So maybe they have outdated information or maybe the coordinator got you mixed up with someone else. It's your surgeon's office that's wrong, so they're the ones you need to call so you can provide them with the information your insurance gave you.

Sounds like someone got their wires crossed. I'd call your surgeon's office and go over your insurance with them.

It may depend on how they close your wounds. I had superglue and as allowed to shower the day after surgery. If you've got stitches or staples, it may be longer.

I see myself in your post.. I don't have the autoimmune disorder you do, but my name is also Amanda and in high school I was convinced that I was THE FATTEST PERSON IN THE WORLD. I've been considered "fat" since I was in middle school - if not earlier. But now, I look back at the photos, and I see a healthy, beautiful girl who had no idea who she was or how to love herself.

I may have gotten fatter over my life, but at least I got smarter too!

Congratulations!

Syntrax Nectar has a Cookies N Cream Protein Powder that is DIVINE mixed with Fairlife Skim. They have some other sweet flavors too, but I haven't tried them. Get a sample pack and see if they help.

I had cravings, but they weren't true cravings. I wanted all kinds of food, but it was because I couldn't have it. If someone had actually put a cheeseburger in front of me, I would have been disgusted by it.

The only reason you wouldn't be able to drive is if you're taking the narcotic pain meds to manage your pain.

I was lucky and had my mom with me, but I didn't *need* her. The only other thing I can think of that may be an issue or inconvenience is the weight restriction. If there's something on the floor you need and it's too heavy, you may not be able to pick it up!

So sorry that happened to you. Hope you feel better soon!

Those pics are AMAZING! How fun!

Try drinking something a different temperature. I found my new tummy spasmed with cold liquids right after surgery, but was fine with warm things.