I am 3 weeks post op, stage 2. My doctor gave me a sample meal plan which I am having a hard time following. I am always full so introducing "meals", even 2 oz meals, is difficult. I spoke to my surgeon 3 days ago and she said focus on the protein shakes...blahhh!! In order to do that I increased the Skim Milk plus to 8 oz so it is tolerable. Funny part about this is that when I was on Stage 1, I couldn't wait to eat!!! Let's not talk about the ridiculous heartburn. Don't get me wrong, I have ZERO regrets I had the surgery. I just need to find my balance, and I need to find something that really works for this sizzling heartburn. I am TUMmed out!! lol

I just started stage 2 and I feel the same way. I couldnt wait to eat when I was on shakes but now that I can I dred it. Nothing appeals to me or my new stomach

I hadrons stay on full liquids for an extra week cause my tummy could not tolerate stage 2 foods..like whipped potatoes..Apple sauce.etc. Just be. Patient. It may take takes others to slower. I assure u..you will be able to eat almost everything once you are completely healed. When u do eat "normal" food.. Cut your meat, etc..into small bits. And chew chew chew.

For the heartburn, try a preventive medication like Pepcid or Prilosec if your physician says it's ok. Those work a LOT better than just putting out the fire with Tums.

I agree, sounds like you need a PPI like prilosec,etc. Check with your doc.

I will say that eating brought no pleasure the first 5 months or so. Great time to get a big chunk of weight off. I never pushed myself to move the next stage, I just progressed as it felt comfortable.