This is the correct November 2012 group in the other november group name was spelt wrong in error so i created another with proper spelling of the groups name.

Welcome November members post op graduated group formed from November dates. This group is for members who have now had their surgery and in recovery and beyond. Just like our other group support is offered in a non judgemental group . Nothing is off limits rules are be respectful to each other and respect each others views as they may be different from your own. Support laugh compliment be straight forward and honest. If I have forgotten anything please add. Welcome everyone WhoopWhoop

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I was wondering about salads. Too scared to even try it. Any issues?

I didn't have any problems with the salad...had radish and carrots on it..i added some canned chicken and shredded moz cheese

I agree! I wish someone would make me a designated meal plan! Of course since we are all different' date=' it isnt that easy, but that sure would help. I have a hard time figuring out what "regular" food to eat.[/quote']

ya,i just keep eating the same things lol..haven't had any variety...i might try a hamburger minus the bun tomorrow...i can'T get bread down yet..I've tried pita bread and that goes down and no problems with a soft tortilla

ya' date='i just keep eating the same things lol..haven't had any variety...i might try a hamburger minus the bun tomorrow...i can'T get bread down yet..I've tried pita bread and that goes down and no problems with a soft tortilla[/quote']

You are allowed red meat? I am not allowed red meat for a year

Yes...should be as lean as possible

In my last class last week she even suggested having your hamburger run thru the grinder again at the store when you buy it

I've had red meat. Not a lot and chewed really well. I'm hoping to get released to regular foods on Wednesday. Salads still scare me.

Worm we had surgery the same day today I'm released back to everything again. I've had meatloaf it was cooked thoroughly and was able to have 2 bites before I was full!

How much can you eat? I think I'm a freak or in trouble. I'm six weeks out and can eat a half a cup of food probably more but i stop myself and measure. Is this normal?

I am able to eat more and more every day. It scares me. But I think that it means that our stomachs are healing. We are supposed to be able to eat more over time. I ate pot roast and mashed potatoes and was shocked that I could eat more than usual. I am going to follow the principle of protein first.

That's about a normal amount for me..depends on what I eat...some textures fill up faster than others...say I can typically eat 2chix wings and maybe atbs of potatoes at once' date=' or 1egg and 1 1/2 sausage link..scrambled egg I can barely eat the whole thing but fried I have no problem....i don't always measure...i can feel my limit.....[/quote']

I are three poached eggs - no pain, no discomfort - and I am wondering if that is normal.

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I eat steak and pot roast - but I chew everything very well. I am trying to eat a lot of beef to get my iron level back to normal

Worm we had surgery the same day today I'm released back to everything again. I've had meatloaf it was cooked thoroughly and was able to have 2 bites before I was full!

It's all so weird... I looked at my nutrition guide this morning and it stated I won't be on regular foods until month 4. I think I can handle that. I am in no rush for a salad right now.

I thought it was a bit early for me to start reg food but so far so good...salad is really the only new thing I've tried.

I just mix tuna with about a teaspoon of mayo and a tablespoon or so of Greek yogurt. Salt and pepper, chopped onions and chopped dill pickles. I have to say though, I swallowed a piece of cucumber last night without chewing it enough. It got stuck and everything came up. Just remember to chew, chew, chew!!

Yeah and know hoe your food processor works too! If its set up wrong your cucumber turns into water! Lol!

My biggest issue is pain in the left side under ribcage and depressed over lack of food. Im trying to break out of depression by cleaning house up today and do some homework but it's difficult.

That pain is a monster to deal with. Surgery was 12/13

I can consume the 60 oz of liquids. I have no appetite so I am struggling with 8 oz of protein drink.

Also don't need the CPAP machine to sleep