Everything makes sense. 3 days post my head craves the taste of food. After I have soup or a taste I am done. Have to force myself to eat. I am concerned about staying hydrated so I will continue the sips of water, but it is hard when I feel so full.

As the swelling goes down it won't feel like drinking is such a forced issue. Congrats! How long was your stay in the hospital?

3 nights due to nausea.

3 nights due to nausea.

Oh! So sorry! I was crazy nauseous the first night and the following morning before that all got better. Hopefully you're past that now!

I am past it but the food cravings have started. I am scared to have the staples removed next week.

I am past it but the food cravings have started. I am scared to have the staples removed next week.

What staples are being removed?

Five incision staples on my stomach.

Oh. It never ceases to amaze me the variety of timelines and techniques that people go through after getting the same procedure. I didn't have any stitches or staples except for the ones holding my new stomach together! Lol. So I was just curious. Thanks!