Orchids&Dragons

Congratulations, tremendous milestone! You were incredibly fortunate to find that tumor!

And @AngelaZ, you are nowhere near the edge of TMI-land around here!

Try the Miralax morning and night. If that's too much, cut the dose half but still take it morning and night. See if that helps.

You know, it's ok to say "Quit nagging, MOM!" if you want

Definitely it would be better to not switch doctors, but if you had to . . . Also, I think I'd be worried that my bloodwork might not be as thorough with a non-bariatric doctor. I am probably overly paranoid about long-term vitamin deficiencies and or excesses. After my little misadventure last month with my calcium getting too high, I don't want a repeat of that!

Or just switch to a local bariatric doc for followups wherever you live.

@macadamia Love your Thoreau quote! So true!

This was actually discussed last night as well. One of the main reasons for the follow ups, besides to make sure you're doing ok and bloodwork, is that they collect information for a database on bariatric surgery/results in order to decide best practices for the future. They have about 10 years of data now, but want to get to 30-40 years of data to understand the long-term ramifications. Non-bariatric surgeons are probably less likely to participate.

When/if you move, check on local bariatric support groups. The one at my hospital is open to all, doesn't matter where you had your surgery. That would be a good place to look for a new surgeon to use for follow ups. Literally, support group was last night and this very topic was mentioned. Just for you, I guess!

Congrats on your surgery and best wishes for a speedy recovery!

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I'm so sorry for your struggles. Sending positive thoughts your way.

I never crushed pills. I swallowed them whole starting two days after surgery.

Congrats, you're rockin' it!

I know that my doctor's office will do follow-ups for people who've moved to the area or who's doctors have retired.

Congrats on another 3 pounds the "hard" way! Everybody hits slower and faster loss periods and it will continue after your surgery. Just all part of the game. Lots of us use vanilla protein shakes (I use Premier Protein) as a coffee creamer. You can sweeten your coffee and feel virtuous at the same time!

You've lost 24 lbs. in a month, girl! Celebrate, don't worry! Your body may just be getting used to the changes and taking a little break. Also, scales are notoriously inconsistent. They're great for showing a trend, but not so much within the 1 pound range. That being said, 1 pound could be extra fluid, it could be a poop, anything. Don't stress, it will probably be gone tomorrow. If you're not cheating on your plan, you will lose.

Congrats, that's great! Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

I think I'd say that I've struggled with emotional and physical issues due to a sexual assault and a brain injury and need their help getting back on track. That should give them enough information from the start to know that this isn't about munching out of boredom or whatever. You need real, professional advice and they should be a first-line resource for you. I wouldn't go into a lot of detail until I see them in person, but I'd want them to understand that you have some pretty significant challenges.

Yes, that sounds like it would be difficult. I'm the opposite, other than liquids/purees, I'm lucky to get to an ounce and a half. My protein minimum is 75g and it's a good day if I can get half from real foods. The rest is all supplements.

You can eat roast beef 3 weeks post-op? Wow, good for you! I couldn't even do eggs at that point.

I'm following this - I don't eat dense protein so I have no idea how long it might linger in my body. I sure don't want my constipation to get any worse. Didn't know that Stevia can move things along.

Just keep talking to folks here. They definitely get you. It does get better!

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First off, congrats on your surgery and hope you are healing well. A certain amount of depression/buyer's remorse is very common with life-changing events, and a bypass certainly qualifies. It might help to know how many of us wish we had had surgery earlier in our lives. You should certainly be able to have children. In fact, after weight loss you should have less trouble conceiving than an obese woman at the same age. You are less likely to have issues with gestational diabetes and your baby is more likely to be born at a normal weight. By the time you reach maintenance, you will be able to consume sufficient calories to support a healthy pregnancy. And when your toddler runs, you can run, too! The first month is hard, no two ways about it. But in the grand scheme of your life, this will just be a challenging chapter. The one right before all the good stuff starts! Best wishes!