Any other September 2013 bandsters?

[PuraVida37 715]

What is the secret for getting out of bed? Ouchie ouchie! I used a pillow, but wowsers, such pain! Other than that, I'm all good right now. I did weigh myself out of curiosity, I gained 6 lbs in a day! What?!? Tell me again why that happens?

[5.0junkie 770]

What worked for me was to kinda turn and get my legs out first and on the ground while I was still laying down. I would slide down a but to where the middle of my back was on the edge then I would use my arms and legs to push me up instead of using my abs. Wasnt easy at first though. Gets better.

[tlbutler 98]

What worked for me was to kinda turn and get my legs out first and on the ground while I was still laying down. I would slide down a but to where the middle of my back was on the edge then I would use my arms and legs to push me up instead of using my abs. Wasnt easy at first though. Gets better.

This is the way I got out of bed also...this was the only way without hurting too much.

[Amy Carter 67]

I have not tried a bed yet. I have been sleeping in a recliner and it is much easier to get out of. How are you feeling today? I am not feeling to bad. My pain meds actually work a little on the pain. I still have some gas to get up, but warm drinks or broth along with the gas x, walking, and heating pad seems to help. I was down 2 pounds from what I gained during surgery so I know I am slowly getting better. I am hoping that I only have a few more pounds of gas and swelling weight to go. lol

[PuraVida37 715]

Thx for the tips! I have no more gas pain, just a rumbly, tooty tummy and pretty rough pain at the belly button. Definitely just like my c section. Med is making me really sleepy. Zzzzzzzz

[5.0junkie 770]

How awesome is it to have a forum where people can go and talk about gas, burping, flatulence and BM's and actually get supported and congratulated on it. At least I know where I can find the real people in this world.

Congratulations to all my fellow bandsters on your burps and so on!!! Hope you're feeling better with every release

[GeorgiaRN 36]

Ha ha! That's funny! As a nurse, those topics are always talked about and celebrated! I'm feeling so much better! I can honestly say that yesterday and today my hunger is so much less. A Protein drink/shake is really satisfying me. I'm on day 6 and feel fairly "normal". Spoke with my Drs nurse and she said that since I wasn't having any difficulties with my liquids that I may get to try some mushy foods starting tomorrow (my one week post op appt is tomorrow). If my scales are correct I think I have dropped 8 lbs since surgery! Not bad for 6 days! This is very exciting and I'm so happy to already see a difference. Hope everyone is doing and feeling great!

[carrie.0508 136]

Ha ha! That's funny! As a nurse' date=' those topics are always talked about and celebrated! I'm feeling so much better! I can honestly say that yesterday and today my hunger is so much less. A Protein drink/shake is really satisfying me. I'm on day 6 and feel fairly "normal". Spoke with my Drs nurse and she said that since I wasn't having any difficulties with my liquids that I may get to try some mushy foods starting tomorrow (my one week post op appt is tomorrow). If my scales are correct I think I have dropped 8 lbs since surgery! Not bad for 6 days! This is very exciting and I'm so happy to already see a difference. Hope everyone is doing and feeling great! [/quote']

I am starting mushies tomorrow too! I was so excited. Friday will be my one week post op but I went in today and got my staples pulled and the rn said I am doing great so to go ahead and work towards mushies.

[5.0junkie 770]

I can't believe y'all are already starting mushies. Im jealous. I still have another week:(

[GeorgiaRN 36]

I'm not going to push it with eating mushy foods. I'm going to still stick to broth and shakes because I want to lose as much weight as possible. We'll see...I'm going to try a new Protein Shake recipe this afternoon...mmmm (I hope).

[5.0junkie 770]

Do tell. What recipe might that be??? I have a few up my sleeve. I actually love my shakes and have not missed food one bit. Shakes will definitely be the constant in my diet for a long time.

[NewMeDebbie 196]

I've lost 10 lbs in 7 days!

However, decided I've been pushing myself too much so I stayed home from work today. Going to take it easy today. I was more tired yesterday than over the weekend. I'm getting enough Protein so figured it was time for a rest.

I'm so ready for mushies. I meet with my dr on fri so I will ask. I've been blending Soups, yogurt, n cottage chease and having no problems. I can even drink 10-12 oz in about 20 min. So I think I'm ready...

[GeorgiaRN 36]

Protein Shake recipe (Wendy's frosty):

3/4 cup of milk of your choice - suggested almond milk

15 ice cubes

1 scoop vanilla Protein Powder

1-2 TB spoons unsweetened cocoa

Sweetener of your choice or 1/4 banana

I haven't tried yet but I'm going to make it now I think!

[GeorgiaRN 36]

Ok that's good! Doesn't taste like a frosty but it's pretty darn good!

[tlbutler 98]

I can't believe y'all are already starting mushies. Im jealous. I still have another week:(

Lol, me too!! The dietician that I am seeing called in sick yesterday and I can't advance to mushys until I see her (the appointment was made for this Friday). I had my surgery 15 days ago and I am soo ready to move out of the full liquid stage!!!