I'm new to this. Learned about it lastnight while talking in the dr's office waiting to see the dr. I had my surgery 10/31/12. Since pre op. I've lost 18 pounds. This is extremely tough. I didn't realize I would be struggling so bad to get in protein and eating. I hope to use you all for help and support. So far, staples and drain is out and I'm on phase 3, but I don't want to eat and I'm definitely not getting my protein. I'm trying to get it all figured out. Wish me luck.

Good luck it dose get better. I am 5 months out and i still have to drink a shake so i get my Protein in. I am still never hungry but i have heard that it will come back. I really dont care if i ever feel hungry again though

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Welcome and you will find a lot of good support here and bit of craziness too, so don't be scared away LOL. At your stage don't expect to get in all the Protein, I did not start worrying about protein numbers (as it was not feasible and so why stress) until I was cleared for all foods about 6 weeks or so, if I remember the timing right. But at that point then I started using myfitnesspal and watching protein levels etc. Don't get me wrong by stage 3 I was eating my protein first and so was working on it, I just didn't count it out. But considering I was lucky to be eating 400-500 a day I know there was no way I was getting in my protein amounts. By 3 months I know for sure I was getting in over 75g of protein a day and have done so pretty much since. So give yourself time.

BTW I found the costco premier shakes at 30g a shake are a great way to start your day, it is all I still eat for Breakfast. Either that or I make a shake with SILK light (4 oz) with frozen strawberries (2) and half of a banana with a scoop of unflavored powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury Protein powder and I get almost 30g of protein with that. Both of those you could consume now, but maybe not in one sitting.

I also am not hungry yet and really don't want to be, because it sure makes it easier to stick to my plan if I am not dying of hunger LOL. I do feel empty and know it is time to eat though.

If you have questions just ask and someone will answer for sure. We are good at sharing what we are or have gone through!

Welcome to the group! Yes, we are all caught by surprise on how hard it is to drink Water and get to the magic Protein number.

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hey dionna!!!!! that drain was a killer!!!! Dr. Shin said its not that bad I told him who is he kidding LOL. you will love it here and since I left his office I am now addicted to Wendy's small chili. last me all day.

Welcome congratulations & hang in there.

Welcome. I am a month out and some days I still struggle with the protein and water especially if I am at work and busy. Just remember to try to get something in every 15 minutes 2 oz.

Congrats, welcome, and hang in there. It is worth it. I am 6 months out and still struggle with protein and shakes make me sick!! I have found quest protein bars so it is a little better. Just hang in there.

Welcome you will find a wealth of info and support here. Have a question or concern, just ask or even use the search function. Somebody will have an answer or help you find one.

Wishing you the very best on this new beginning

Thanks for the words of encouragement everyone!