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You're lucky... it took me 11 days! Your body is just getting rid of all the junk. I wouldn't be too concerned unless it's dark black or bloody. If you're really concerned, give your surgeons office a call.

Don't be afraid of the gym! You're there just like other people to get healthy. A lot of people will offer advice and show you the correct way to do exercises. They're happy your there getting healthy too. If you can afford a trainer, look for a local small specialty gym. Usually there is two or three people around. Once you're confident, go to the big label gym.

I had horrible back pain 3 weeks after surgery. My doc gave me some muscle relaxers which helped. I'm completely pain free now at 5 weeks out.

I used bariatric advantage meal replacement in vanilla. https://www1.bariatricadvantage.com/catalog/us-en/11/Protein I also used Thorne whey protein in chocolate. They also make a vegetarian version.

Instant pot is awesome. I had never heard of it until you posted. I'm amazed by all the things you can do with it. Made a simple meatloaf tonight and it was juicy and soft. I didn't even open the slow cooker box. It's going back. Thanks!

I was 10 days before going. Doc told me to take stool softener (colace). It worked in a day and was gentle on stomach.

I ended up purchasing the instant pot. Glad you informed me! Looks like I can do so much more.

I did buy one, but it's from Amazon. It can get returned! Thanks for the info. I'll go look.

Hi All, I'm starting stage 3 on Saturday. I decided to buy a slow cooker. I want my introduction back to real food to not be boring! Does anyone have any healthy recipes for the slow cooker they want to share? I'm allergic to seafood, but would love some ideas. Thanks.

Don't panic! Just make sure you get a call back from the doctor on call. If you're fever goes up, go back to the hospital.

I got the lovenox to take home also. I've been doing it for 5 days already. It's so much easier than I thought it would be. I don't even feel it. The needle is tiny. I spent time before surgery worrying about it. In retrospect worrying was the biggest waste of time.

Hi. Cherry Hill here. Just had sleeve 5/1 at Kennedy. Let me know if you have any questions!

Don't be nervous! Just don't be afraid to say something if you don't like what's happening. It's easier when someone you trust is there to make a stink.

Good morning all, I just started full liquids this morning. I had some plain yogurt. Felt ok. Got nauseous for a quick second after. I'm confused about the 30/30 rule though. My booklet from the doc says to begin it at this stage. But it's all liquids. Do you need to wait 30 minutes after yogurt to begin sipping fluids? What about soup? Thanks in advance. I've found these forums to be the greatest thing after surgery!

I'm sorry for what you're going through. My condolences to Mr. Gold's family. There are some things in life that we cannot control. Take comfort in the great Mitzva you have performed by just writing this post.