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Ok, I have a special situation. I'm 9 days preop and Sunday night my son was admitted for an emergency appendectomy. I've been at the hospital now 3 days with nothing but apple and grape juice. If I see any more juice I'm going to throw it through the window (not really).

Yesterday I was allowed to start milk a little at a time. Today it went fine also. Tomorrow I'm allowed Protein shakes. I am physically hungry and was wondering if I'm allowed to have a pediatric size ice cream. I know it's not an ok food, but it's milk and sugar. Should I just tough it out til I can get home and get my Protein tomorrow? Can I eat this without injury to my pouch? I just need another 150 cals and need a bridge. I'll never eat ice cream again (blech, but it sounds better than more apple juice).

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Never mind, I remember Protein Powder is in my car. I'll try that 12 hours early..........

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Sorry about your son. And I'm sorry that I can't help you with the ice cream thing. I'm only on day 13 and its been ruff for me. But I say try it! Most that would happen is you throw it up. And you will know if its bad after the first lick.

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Oh your pre op. then yes go get you some ice cream. I cheated a little on my 10 day diet and the dr told me on day of surgery that my liver looked great. I was stunned.

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I'm not pre op, I need to chance my profile because I'm always mobile. Today I'm 10 days post op. At the last minute I remembered the Protein shakes in my car and avoided eating that crap ! Yay!

My son is being discharged today, we had laparoscopic surgery one week apart. He's a big strong 13 year old and I was really counting on his lifting abilities lol but I'm just overjoyed he is ok :D

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I can not do Protein shakes any more. I started on real food against drs orders. But I was only getting about 4 gms of Protein a day. So he can suck it. Everyday I still feel sick! Annoying! It's like the stomach flu that has lasted 2 weeks.

My son is 16 so I'm not getting any support from him. Maybe if I was on Xbox live he might. I have lost over 33 lbs and he said he can't tell. Ugh!

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Kids! Especially that age. You can be a size 2 and won't get a compliment. Especially from boys. Oh. Unless the need money, the car or a ride Mine are now 20,22. It gets better. Promise. Meanwhile. Look in the mirror every day and shout "damn I look good". You deserve it

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Skip the I e cream. The hospital should have cottage cheese. Eat that instead. No added sugar and a lot less fat. Hope your son and you are better soon!

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I can not do Protein shakes any more. I started on real food against drs orders. But I was only getting about 4 gms of Protein a day. So he can suck it. Everyday I still feel sick! Annoying! It's like the stomach flu that has lasted 2 weeks.

My son is 16 so I'm not getting any support from him. Maybe if I was on Xbox live he might. I have lost over 33 lbs and he said he can't tell. Ugh!

Never mind.....

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Sorry about your son but agree with melodymouse there are healthy options at the hospital. My mother has been hospitalized twice in the last few weeks and I got greek yogurt and added a little granola or 8 almonds for a little fat and extra Protein.

Another option is to bring some Protein powder and but some milk or pack Soup with a little unflavored Protein protein power added in a microwaveable container.

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I was saved at the last minute by remembering the Protein shakes I took to TJ at the last minute. It was late and the cafeteria was closed and the ped fridge is packed with ice cream.

Not to worry, I just drank my Protein shake at 9 1/2 days instead if 10. I will say a prayer for all the sleevers who can't stand Protein Shakes. It was my first feeling of fullness. I love, love the Dr Mercola grass fed, artificial sweetener free chocolate Protein Shakes. Tastes like chocolate milk even when made with Water. 160 cals per 20 mg Protein 2 scoops. Yum!

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Ok' date=' I have a special situation. I'm 9 days preop and Sunday night my son was admitted for an emergency appendectomy. I've been at the hospital now 3 days with nothing but apple and grape juice. If I see any more juice I'm going to throw it through the window (not really).

Yesterday I was allowed to start milk a little at a time. Today it went fine also. Tomorrow I'm allowed Protein shakes. I am physically hungry and was wondering if I'm allowed to have a pediatric size ice cream. I know it's not an ok food, but it's milk and sugar. Should I just tough it out til I can get home and get my Protein tomorrow? Can I eat this without injury to my pouch? I just need another 150 cals and need a bridge. I'll never eat ice cream again (blech, but it sounds better than more apple juice).[/quote']

Well during my pre-op I cheated quite a few times but was real strict 3 days before and my Dr said everyi was good. Not that I think you should cheat but I think you will be just fine

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