Hi everyone!! This is my first post & I'm looking for October surgery buddies. I'm very excited about the surgery. I've gotten my psych clearance, scheduled my sleep study, nutrition classes and upper endoscopy. My date is October 14th. Btw, anyone here from Jersey? Look forward to making friends w everyone!

Edited August 21, 201411 yr by Marielbx

Had my one week post op yesterday and my dr. Didn't look at my incisions. Later, after already having left the office, I felt uncomfortable with the fact that he didn't physically examine me. I know he knows what he's doing but....

He did ask how I felt and I said great, getting stronger everyday. Does anyone think it's odd? What was your post op like?

When I went for my two week post op, my surgeon did not look at mine either. I have no concerns about them. One has actually start to fade. But, I did think it was odd he didn't ask to see them.

I was sleeved on 10/20, my first f/u was 11/5 and I was down 23lbs.

@@chellede I hope you are feeling better! That is terrible! I have had some tummy trouble as well. I have just started "real" foods. I didn't eat for 3 days at first because I was so scared. Kinda crazy I was counting down to be able to chew and then being afraid once it was ok! LOL.

I wanted to share a couple of yummy finds with you all:

HealthSmart Hot Chocolate- this can be found online and comes in several flavors. 15 grams of Protein. I love this at night when I need to get in more protein and I am not hungry. I have also mixed with Mootopia (additional 12 grams of protein)

Gladiator Protein Drink at smoothie King is DELICIOUS! 45 grams of protein and only 2 grams of Carbs. I had them make mine with banana and Blueberries. I have since purchased the powder and have this for Breakfast every morning. I love knowing that I am more than half way to my protein goal before lunch! This has really helped me to meet my protein goal for the day. I have also mixed pineapple and that was yummy as well!

I hope everyone is doing great. I love hearing from all of you!

Also, can I please be added to the facebook group? My email is istu24632@hotmail.com.

@@Meonthelist

Did you purchase the powder from Smoothie King or online? Both of those are great ideas, thanks. Since I've been on pureed foods, I'm not getting all my Protein.

Can I please be added to the facebook group?

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@shmeyers. I bought it at the store. I had them make the shake for me a couple of times before buying to make sure I liked it. It is a large tub of powder (only 1 size and I wanted to be sure I liked it). I was told that if I didn't like it I could bring it back for a credit which surprised me. I bought strawberry flavor. It also comes in vanilla and chocolate but strawberry was recommended as the best flavor by employees. I also asked them to tell me exactly how they make it in the store so there were no surprises at home.

1 scoop powder

3 tbsp of Water

1/2 cup ice

2 fruits of your choice

I have been making with

1/2 - 3/4 of banana ( I use frozen- makes shake a little thicker). Didn't care for the "airy texture"

2 slices can pineapple and just a splash of juice from can.

I also bought frozen peaches and blueberries to try as well.

My NUT said to just make sure all of the new fruits are blended up well and I should be good to go!

I hope this is helpful! Have a great day!!

@@Meonthelist

Thanks! The closest smoothie king is about an hour away but next time I'm in Louisville, I will pick one up!

I"m doing well thank you !!!!

Susan, check your email.. I tried to add you but it said you were already added...

ME !! ME !! - where are you that you also have Mootopia ??????? That's the best fortified milk ever !!!!!!!! Thanks for the recipes !! It sounds like you are doing fantastic !! So proud of you !

and yeah.. Smoothie King! There's several down the street. I might have to treat myself !!!!!!!

Pork Rinds, I want them !!! Anyone try them yet? I know many post op people eat them. My sweet tooth has traded in for a Salty and Hot tooth. I swear if proscuitto wasn't $28 a pound, I would buy that stuff in bulk ! My diet is thin ham and cheese.. and anything I can put hot sauce on. Crazy ! And it's cold here ! I want my love of coffee back ! I can't even stand the smell !

Okay, I'm done with a bariatric babbling for a bit Hope you enjoyed the craziness of Chelle today

, Everyone,

I had my one month post op appointment this morning. I have lost 20 pounds total. my doctor said that is good for me. I will have to take his word for it. I've been cleared for exercise. And I can eat vegetables now .they still want me not to have no carbs or maybe just 1 or two 1 start a week. And oh yeah I can have pork rinds . I've haven't tried them yet but I think I will buy some today. They tell me that the stall In weight loss is common and can last up to three weeks.

@@peek I think you have done a great job! I will be four weeks this Friday and I have lost 15 pounds post op. I'm Not complaining but just keeping it in perspective for you.

By the way, You & Michelle have me craving pork rinds, can't wait ask my doctor if I can have them.

Thanks Kathy :-)

I was told maybe to just weigh once a week. I dont know if I can do it. I will get those pork rinds today, lol.

Thanks Kathy :-)

I was told maybe to just weigh once a week. I dont know if I can do it. I will get those pork rinds today, lol.

Let me know how the pork rinds go!? I want to live vicariously through you!

Peek, I like weighing once a week. I've lost every week - - total of 23 lbs since surgery. I know I'm in the stall and that from day to day I must have had no change or even gain, but I haven't seen it. I'm glad. If had seen all that I would have been very discouraged on a daily basis. Give it a try for a week???

@@Peekboo ::: dancing around like a fool ::: I"m so happy for your 20 lbs !!!!! WTG !!! Congratulations !!!

Kathy - call em, ask.. LOL It was weird though. I had one and said.. hmm, okay, I don't want any more.

Papi - I just had one .. waiting to see... seems everything is okay

@@chelle I assume they will tell me no, since I'm still on softs. However on the 22nd I'm supposed to transition to regular food. I have my one month postop Friday , so I'll ask then.

Chelle, you said you had one and you didn't want anymore was that because you were full or you didn't like it?