Hi Everyone,

My surgery date is June 11th, any other June dates out there?

tiffnichole76 Wow! That exercise is impressive! I am feeling much better today. I had to stay one extra day in the hospital because they had to do two swallow tests to confirm no leak and it made me violently ill until about 2:00 a.m. the third day. I have a slight headache, but I don't have bloating or pain. I am also hoping to hold off on the pain medicine until bedtime. I have been up for awhile now.

Day 4 has been so much better than yesterday. I am not as sore, but my stomach is still a bit bloated which I imagine is normal? I went to the drugstore with my daughter and bought a liquid antacid and liquid Tylenol and that has helped me a great deal. I'm still napping for about 2 hours, something I've never done before, but it makes me feel rejuvenated. Still getting used to my relationship with my new stomach and like all relationships, we are taking it slow and getting used to each other. ????

I hear ya Marcy! My tummy sounds like an old house settling. Get some rest....let's pray tomorrow is even better.

Has anyone tried Aloe Vera juice to help soothe the stomach and digestive system? I'm going to the Dr. on Tues and will ask about it.

Hi, Everyone!

My surgery was June 18, and I have, unbelievably, lost 18 pounds! Just had to share....

No complaints here, except heartburn. Big complaint. Any suggestions?

One thought about tummy settling: one of my surgeon's bariatric team members suggested cocoa. You can have this even on the "clear liquid" phase. It works--but be careful! That caffeine will hit your system and keep you awake FOREVER. (I learned the hard way....)

Best to everyone!!!

Wow surprised that they would recommend cocoa. My surgeons were pretty emphatic that i avoid caffeine since it hinders the healing of the stomach. But, i guess every dr has their own theory. Please let us know if it works because I would love to have a remedy.

So I can start puree foods in a couple days. What are some things yall have had that actually tasted decent. I gag on weird textures so this stage is making me not thrilled lol

I can eat a scrambled egg, tuna mixed with light mayo mashed up really well, ff refried beans with a little avacado and melted cheese, cottage cheese with mashed up canned pears, soups without chunks, canned crabmeat mixed with mayo and lime, egg drop soup, grits, v8, laughing cow cheese wedge. I tolerate all of it well but still can only get a few bites down before I'm full! Good luck to you!

LivingProof That is awesome!

My surgery was June 25th. My feet and ankles are still puffy, but I had my first follow up visit yesterday (30th) and got a wonderful report. I was one of those who kept changing my mind over and over, but I am so glad I finally was brave enough to do it! I really feel well other than a headache that comes and goes.

My surgery date was June 24th and I just had my first post-op doctor's visit. I am officially down 23.8 lbs since June 10th (pre-op liquid diet start date). My blood pressure was under 120/80! Feeling great!

My surgery date was June 24th and I just had my first post-op doctor's visit. I am officially down 23.8 lbs since June 10th (pre-op liquid diet start date). My blood pressure was under 120/80! Feeling great!

That is fantastic!! I feel the milestones are going to be so special. I go for my post op on Thursday and can't wait. I feel great as well but I'm ready to get off this liquid diet. I know puréed foods aren't exciting, but I can't wait !!

My surgery date was June 24th and I just had my first post-op doctor's visit. I am officially down 23.8 lbs since June 10th (pre-op liquid diet start date). My blood pressure was under 120/80! Feeling great!

Congrats!!! That is awesome! Mine was the 25th and can't wait for my weigh in on Thursday!

Congrats!!! That is awesome! Mine was the 25th and can't wait for my weigh in on Thursday!

I am sure you will have a great report as well Astraphile!

That is fantastic!! I feel the milestones are going to be so special. I go for my post op on Thursday and can't wait. I feel great as well but I'm ready to get off this liquid diet. I know puréed foods aren't exciting, but I can't wait !!

Thanks Marycw1955! I have been cleared for puréed foods as of Tuesday! Good luck Thursday! Let knows know about your great success!