Hello everyone! I'm post op 3 days and I have to say this is the hardest thing I have ever done. Every time I drink anything, I feel like it's stuck in my chest. I'm on full liquids and only drink about one ounce every 15 mins. I've been walking and passing gas, but it's a bit of a struggle trying to get all my protein in and I can't. Also having the worst back pain and due to having weak stomach muscles, my surgeon stitched them up to tighten them and that has not been comfortable either. I want to be successful at my weight loss, but I am feeling a bit defeated at the moment. Any suggestions? ????

Only 3 days post op don't worry about getting all your protien you need to worry about getting enough to drink I had a hard time with that too I had sugar free Popsicles all day it helped tremendously! The first couple weeks are the hardest it will get better I cried A LOT from pain from gas even walking around hurt just keep thinking it will get better the way your feeling is not forever even though right now it feels like it will be I'm 4 and a half months out 71 lbs. Lighter and I feel great ! You'll get there... smile

Edited October 9, 201411 yr by Tinamarie39

Thank you!!!! I've been keeping the water close by and taking sips. Also been keeping an eye on the color of my urine!! Sounds gross, but I want to make sure I'm hydrated! Popsicles sound mighty good! Need to pick me up a box! Glad to know this time shall pass!

Had my RNY on Monday oct 6th, came home yesterday. I have been working on 4 oz of protein drink for almost an hour. Very slow going. I'll do what I can in the hour then will go back to getting in water/clear liquids for a few hours. I'll try more protein after that. Baby steps is my current mantra, no race to be won here. Be gentle with you it will all be ok. Xox