Darcyred

Great post! Just what I needed to remind myself! Thanks for sharing! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm almost 7 months post op and have been using a straw since probably 2 months post op. No issues, my surgeon is ok with it. I get in a lot more fluids using a straw. Just my experience. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I know it's frustrating! Everyone stalls! Everyone heals and moves and different paces. Don't beat yourself up! You may be feeling better but your stomach is miles still swollen inside and will be for probably two more at least. It will get better.. I promise. When your swelling is gone you'll notice the difference in how much and what you can eat. Likewise, the stall is actually because you aren't eating enough calories. I did the same, and Doctor said if I was getting too few (under 900) my body was storing the fat. Makes sense! Stay positive, you got this! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Oh there's so many! I'd second all of these! Mostly, as a woman, crossing my legs, fitting in a stadium seat (or any seat) better, not getting so winded so easily, and....sex! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Everyone is different I suppose. I did well with mashed potatoes (which was allowed during soft foods stage) I also love and do well with eggs. Great protein! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

You all look so great!! Keep it up! I'm 4 months out and down 60lbs myself! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@adurrette89, that's just crazy! I don't think anyone should lose that much that fast. You're doing great! My Dr said from day one their expectations were 1-2 lbs per week. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Agree, if you're not getting enough calories, your body is storing the fat and often why you'll stall. Best recommendation, don't weigh yourself daily. It'll drive you nuts! I limit myself to once a week and can see real results then and I'm less stressed about how I'm doing. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Agreed a lot depends on the types of food you eat, but also where you are in recovery. As you heal, the swelling in your stomach goes down and you feel as you can "fit" more. At about 8 weeks the swelling should be gone and you'll get a true sense of what your restrictions are. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I've done well and (love salads) always with a Protein though! Everyone is different, won't know until you try! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

You're pretty standard for 2 weeks out, in the next 2 weeks you'll start to feel as though you can take in a little more. I had hit a stall and my Dr said it was because I was taking in less than 900 calories still. 900-1200 per day is where I should be at now and it definitely makes a difference. Good luck to you! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

That's amazing!! Congrats!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It's completely normal to feel that way! I'd venture to say most of us did. Everyone heals at different rates but eventually you will begin to feel better! It will all start to fall into place and you'll be glad you did it. Don't hesitate to call your doctor during this time too! Best of luck, and stay positive! This forum is a great help also! We've all been there! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I would think (hope!) your doctor has a good reason to keep you off Protein during this stage. I've yet to hear of a doctor that did that. Protein is critical. I had to drink Water based Protein shakes.. I liked the premade Atkins ones for convenience and they tasted better than most (some flavors) That's how I survived the clear liquid stage. I still never want to look at Jello or broth again!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@juneau My surgeon and team suggest 3 meals and 2 Snacks in between as needed. They suggest 90grams Protein a day for female, 60 for males. You need the protein to be successful. Also, recommended to wait 30 minutes between eating and drinking which I have found works well for me. I too had problems in beginning trying to figure out how to get enough fluids in. Also not to rely on protein shakes, just occasionally. They prefer getting your nutrients from whole foods as much as possible. Good luck to you! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App