Kate142

1/2 Cheesesteak stuffed bell pepper

I won’t miss:
-weighing more than my husband for the entirety of our relationship.
-the feeling of all consuming shame when the nurse reads the numbers on the scale out loud.
-avoiding mirrors/reflections at all costs because I could not stand to look at myself from the neck down.
-trying on clothes and being terrified of getting stuck in them.
-holding my breath so that I can tie my shoes.
-sucking my gut in just to button and zip my fat jeans.
-skipping family activities because I would be the fattest person there, and most likely unable to participate because of my size.
-trying to hide my body from my husband because I was terrified that he’d find me repulsive.
-making jokes at my own expense before anyone else could do it.
-constantly stressing that I’d “grow” out of my fat clothes.

1/2 Cheesesteak stuffed bell pepper

I felt that way for the first week after surgery. The first month I spent forcing myself to drink Water and my Protein Shake because I had absolutely no desire to eat or drink. The gas pain does get better. I’m 6 weeks post op and am able to eat and drink (separately, 30 minutes apart). I’m on fork tender foods now, and I still get the post op blues when some foods sit very heavy in my pouch. But it’s a learning process that doesn’t come overnight. You’re re-learning your body again and that takes patience and time. Give yourself a break and try to get as much water and Protein in as you can.

1/2 Cheesesteak stuffed bell pepper

1/2 Cheesesteak stuffed bell pepper

1/2 Cheesesteak stuffed bell pepper

I felt that way for the first week after surgery. The first month I spent forcing myself to drink Water and my Protein Shake because I had absolutely no desire to eat or drink. The gas pain does get better. I’m 6 weeks post op and am able to eat and drink (separately, 30 minutes apart). I’m on fork tender foods now, and I still get the post op blues when some foods sit very heavy in my pouch. But it’s a learning process that doesn’t come overnight. You’re re-learning your body again and that takes patience and time. Give yourself a break and try to get as much water and Protein in as you can.

I actually have made falafel in the airfryer. As long as it will hold together somewhat it should be ok.
Although I do appreciate the fat free aspect of the airfryer, I also appreciate to no mess aspect vs. frying and the "set it and forget it" aspect.
My mom and my neighbor do a lot of wings in their airfryer, they both claim (and I agree) they are superior to pan fried. In fact my neighbor whom used to fry a majority of his meals (chicken, pork chops, etc) told me he has barely turned his stove on in months, and his last gas bill was $8. He is definitely not motivated by the health benefits either.

Soft Proteins, yes.

I used my own recipe.

2 eggs
15oz part skim ricotta
1/4 cup grated parmesan
1tsp ground garlic
1tsp black pepper
Dash of basil
1tsp Italian seasoning
1tsp salt

Mix all these well.

Spoon 1 to 2 teaspoons into each spot on a mini muffin baking pan that you’ve sprayed with Pam.

Sprinkle a touch of reduced fat mozzarella on top of each.

Bake 20 minutes at 375.

I’m thinking of making a bariatric cooking/recipe blog. I love cooking and being inventive and really want to stay within my approved foods. So it may be neat!

Two things to watch out for.... certain foods are “sliders” where they more easily pass through preventing you from filling up. I can theoretically eat as much avocado as I want, it just doesn’t seem to fill me up, but a half a baby cucumber will sit in my stomach for what seems like an hour or two. I don’t know if what is a slider for one will also be a slider for another but it’s worth knowing about these in case that is what’s happening. The second thing it could be is if you took a drink after eating... it’s not like the Water or whatever will cause any damage, it’ll just aid in emptying your stomach faster so you don’t feel as full for as long (or at all). That’s actually the one thing I have the hardest time with, I can’t stand eating and not washing my mouth out with a drink of water when I’m done, don’t like the little tidbits and flavors that linger. So I’ve had to learn to just accept it or take a mini baby sip just enough to swish around and clean out my mouth.

1) some nerves were probably cut during the surgery, and it'll take time for them to regenerate 2) most of us don't feel restriction until we start eating solid food 3) "fullness" feels different after surgery than it does before. It takes awhile to recognize our new "full" signals. So in the mean time, just follow the guidelines so you don't overeat.

I was miserable after surgery. I hated it and started regretting everything that had happened. I didn't feel good and I wasn't doing good.
However.
Once I started getting better, it wasn't so bad. The first few weeks are definitely the worst. Pre-op sucked because I just wanted to eat food, and the liquid and puree stages sucked because I just wanted to chew and EAT and feel normal again. And I do. And you will.
Are you eating/drinking separately (30 minutes apart)? Are you going slow? (small SMALL sips and bites) It's a lot of trial and error, learning what works. You are learning to function again. It is hard, but you will get through it.
And soon, you'll be able to eat that stuff. You'll be able to get your chicken and your salad. You did this for a reason, and you have to keep reminding yourself why. You'll get through the pain and discomfort, and you'll learn how to work your new stomach.
I'm very sorry you feel the way you do right now, but try to hang in there. You can do this, and you will get through it.

I have tacos at least once a week.
2 tacos 205 calories, I just add veggies & use dry seasoning.
I use 96% lean ground beef 3 oz is 105
Hard Taco shells are a surprising and crunchy low calorie item. 50 calories a piece.

Day 6 after surgery. Tenderness is nearly gone. Standing up straight without difficulty. Finally went to the bathroom yesterday after taking mirilax. I’m walking well by myself and building up to thirty minutes. Problems- Gas build up. I’m drinking too fast which is part of my old habits. I took a shower last night after wrapping myself in Saran Wrap but it didn’t stick and one of the five small dressings got wet. I cleansed the area and covered with a large dry bandage. I’m drinking clears and Premier Protein shakes. My doctor also allowed me to have a medicine cup full of sugar free pudding made with Lactaid milk to take my medication. Tolerating well without vomiting or nausea. No dumping syndrome. Calories are still under 500 at this point but fluids are tolerated well. One warning, I took a sip of some cold Water and it gave me a spasm in my belly. Cold Zico coconut water was tolerated better. Still using the 30 ml medicine cups to avoid overfilling my new stomach. Some mood issues and being snappy. Because I can’t eat junk I am “expressing myself” much more. Hubby is a bit taken aback but he needs to understand I can’t be passive anymore. It made me 125 pounds overweight.

Hey there everyone. I had my gastric bypass today and it went well. No pain at the moment just some tenderness in the abdomen. My procedure was four hours. Going to ask tomorrow for the details. Nothing by mouth until tomorrow. I'm ready for the next part of my journey!
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Daily, often more.
I weighed myself yesterday,
Did a small parp, jumped back on the scales and a lb had gone.
I'll have to stop because I get a bit obsessive with the scales!

Daily...before I pee...after I pee...before I poop...after I poop! It's all for science of course!!! LOL!!!

I always recommend people not to weigh daily in order not to get discouraged at stalls. However, I can't seem to follow my own advice as I weigh daily. I CERTAINLY don't practice what I preach! 😊

Yes!!!! These new sensations are definitely a learning curve!!

I won’t miss:
-weighing more than my husband for the entirety of our relationship.
-the feeling of all consuming shame when the nurse reads the numbers on the scale out loud.
-avoiding mirrors/reflections at all costs because I could not stand to look at myself from the neck down.
-trying on clothes and being terrified of getting stuck in them.
-holding my breath so that I can tie my shoes.
-sucking my gut in just to button and zip my fat jeans.
-skipping family activities because I would be the fattest person there, and most likely unable to participate because of my size.
-trying to hide my body from my husband because I was terrified that he’d find me repulsive.
-making jokes at my own expense before anyone else could do it.
-constantly stressing that I’d “grow” out of my fat clothes.

I am new here kinda just stumbled on this site. I am on my Pre-op diet it has not been bad only one day with a headache. It feels good to read positive and uplifting words of encouragement. My surgery date is July 16, i am excited but nervous because nobody can be there with me because of this pandemic. I have been very quit about this nobody knows but my 3 kids. I was wondering was any of you secretive about having surgery? i chose to keep it secret because sometimes i feel people speak before they think, like saying this is the easy way out, when that is the furthest from the truth.

I remember being pre-op and my favorite thing to do was look at progress photos and dream
I am 6 months, 10 days post op and I am down 128 pounds total. This isnt a very great pic since I have been sick, but i still took it because anything is better than my before!!

I'm with you! the first two days were so painful i had instant regrets but the nurses were so amazing. i had to stay 2 and a half days in the hospital. now im just about two weeks out and down about 20 lbs. its WILD. i have to remind myself that this takes so much time to adjust. i still dont know how to differentiate the sensations in my new stomach! its so weird but i too have no real cravings which is such a welcome relief! we got this!

Being the Designated Fat Friend!!!!