Thinking of taking a vacation this summer. I will be around 7 months post op. Will I be eating most foods by this time just in small amounts, or will I still be having to watch what I eat carefully? Should my activity level be back to "normal" for me ? I don't want to invest in a Disney vacation and be miserable because I can't find appropriate food, or I can't keep up with the family.

I went to Disneyland over Christmas I was sleeved on 11-13-12 so pretty new still... We had a great time! But there are no good food choices there!! I brought my own shakes and food and we rented a locker. I only had one meltdown while the kids and husband ate 0_o But as soon as I started drinking a protein shake a calmed down.

Oh and yes I got tired at the end of each day! The park opened up at 8 and closed at 12 am! We would go in the morning leave in the late after noon, rest at the hotel eat dinner and then go back after and stay till closing.

7 months post op most definitely go to Disneyland!! You will find something to eat there and if not pack a couple of protein bars just in case

I've had a annual pass to Disneyland for years, so i can help a little with the avail food choices. There is a place called Bangel BBQ--- pretty much you can get meat and veggie skewers. I feel like that's the safest bet when I'm there and watching carbs. I am due to be sleeved in Feb, so I don't know how your energy level will be by then- because honestly Disneyland is quite exhausting especially in the hitter months. However, food wise I'd think as long as you have some protein drinks on hand or protein powder to add to avail drinks you will be fine. There are fruit carts, yogurt, and even restaurants that have mashed potatoes and yummy low carb salads. Just depends on what you can tolerate by then.

I went to Japan at 7 months out and had a great time. It took longer for my energy to return (I was tired for first four months), but by 7 months I felt great. I took Protein powder and a shaker cup, and beef Jerky.

You can drink Protein shake in the morning and another at night if you are having a hard time getting protein in while on vacation. If you have a hotel with a fridge, those little cups of greek yogurt and great and convenient too. Also, light cheese sticks, low fat salami, crackers, little cans of v-8, and applesauce cups are all good choices for the hotel room.

Have fun!

Lynda

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Something I forgot--- you will be walking MILES so if you splurge on a little something you'll have no reason to feel guilty! Just stay hydrated;)