Hi all - I had RNY on 2/23 and would love to connect with some of you. I have told a few friends and family members about my decision to have WLS but am not sure anyone can really understand this path without walking it.

Would love to connect! Also, how do I post a "profile picture?" ????

Are you feeling better now? What were the symptoms like when you felt dehydrated? Are you able to eat at all?

Are you feeling better now? What were the symptoms like when you felt dehydrated? Are you able to eat at all?

How are you feeling today? Did or do you feel emotional? My emotions are all over the place and completely out of nowhere. I was feeling so excited up until today. Ugh

Are you feeling better now? What were the symptoms like when you felt dehydrated? Are you able to eat at all?

How are you feeling today? Did or do you feel emotional? My emotions are all over the place and completely out of nowhere. I was feeling so excited up until today. Ugh

I feel pretty good in general, but I've definitely had my moments where I wasn't as "up." My husband and I always used to put the kids to bed and then eat dinner - usually takeout of some sort - and I miss that. Not the food as much as the social side of it, but I'm trying to replace those times with better times minus the food. Physically feel better - not getting much Protein but I'm doing my best to get 30-40 oz. Water per day and focusing on that.

You doing ok? What kinds of things are you feeling?

@@msmisaacs, I was shocked to find out that your new pouch is so high up in your chest. I still have that chest pain when I eat too much or drink too fast.

I checked with my surgeon and sure enough that is exactly where your new stomach is.

You do get used to how your tummy feels when you drink too fast, don't chew properly or eat too much. You will learn you are in control of those things and you will learn to manage it.

Good luck!

Far as protein I can get maybe 30 grams a day but the protein causes me to cough up a mucus like substance as if I had a cold. I have a small feeling of regret like what did I do myself and other times I feel okay. My husband tries to encourage me and tell me I will do great but rightnow my pain has not gotten any better. My cousin tells me I will feel like this in the beginning but once the pain stops and I get healthier I would see the benefits and feel amazing. I have had laporascopic surgery before and was fine within a few days. Now having a 1, 5, and 7 year old who needs me everyday makes the healing process harder even though I know this was a longer and more serious surgery procedure then before. I think im being impatient and just ready to atleast be pain free.

Edited March 2, 201511 yr by MrsGibson711

@@msmisaacs, I was shocked to find out that your new pouch is so high up in your chest. I still have that chest pain when I eat too much or drink too fast.

I checked with my surgeon and sure enough that is exactly where your new stomach is.

You do get used to how your tummy feels when you drink too fast, don't chew properly or eat too much. You will learn you are in control of those things and you will learn to manage it.

Good luck!

Relief! Thank you! This is what I've learned by reading a bit from other posts today, but it's good to get the confirmation. I've also felt a little weak today, like I had a hard workout without food - am assuming it's because of low blood sugar from lack of calories - does this sound right to you? I felt faint in the shower but better once I sat for a bit and rehydrated.

Far as Protein I can get maybe 30 grams a day but the protein causes me to cough up a mucus like substance as if I had a cold. I have a small feeling of regret like what did I do myself and other times I feel okay. My husband tries to encourage me and tell me I will do great but rightnow my pain has not gotten any better. My cousin tells me I will feel like this in the beginning but once the pain stops and I get healthier I would see the benefits and feel amazing. I have had laporascopic surgery before and was fine within a few days. Now having a 1, 5, and 7 year old who needs me everyday makes the healing process harder even though I know this was a longer and more serious surgery procedure then before. I think im being impatient and just ready to atleast be pain free.

My cousin ask had this surgery and said for her 2 weeks post-op she regretted it almost every day. Then she had an epiphany at her post-op check up and it turned everything around for her. She had lost 20lbs and co-morbids were gone already, and she just started sailing through. I know every day can be different but just think what an amazing thing you've done here - put your health first so you can be a strong, healthy, present mom to your kids! I have a 2.5 year old and a 4.5 year old and I am so glad I'm setting a positive example for my kids, especially my little girl. I'm also happy knowing I am taking back years of my life so I can watch them grown into healthy adults.

Trust me, I know I won't be this positive every single day, but that's why this board is here - so we can lean on each other. Let yourself go through the emotions - it's all part of the journey, but you will come out on top! Just think, six months from now this phase will be a memory - you'll be eating more variety, feeling better and down several sizes. All good things to look forward to!

Thank you so much I really needed to hear this...I go for my first post op Thursday I pray my diabetes is gone. I got my glucose numbers low months before this surgery. When is your first appt?

Any time! If you ever need to vent feel free - you can always PM me too. I have my 1st post-op next Tuesday

Whoops posted too soon. Hoping I put up big numbers because I had a "fight" with my dr before surgery. He came in to my pre-op and told me l had "done nothing to prepare for surgery" because I hadn't lost enough weight. I lost 16lbs pre-op and I was so angry and upset when he said that. I hope to go in there and shut him up!

I hope your diabetes is gone too! It will be in no time - just keep doing what you're doing. One of the hardest parts of this is behind you - making the decision to do it.

Whoops posted too soon. Hoping I put up big numbers because I had a "fight" with my dr before surgery. He came in to my pre-op and told me l had "done nothing to prepare for surgery" because I hadn't lost enough weight. I lost 16lbs pre-op and I was so angry and upset when he said that. I hope to go in there and shut him up!

I hope your diabetes is gone too! It will be in no time - just keep doing what you're doing. One of the hardest parts of this is behind you - making the decision to do it.

He said what? What is wrong with dome of these surgeons. They can be so insensitive at times. You're gonna shit him up and everyone else. What is considered enough weight to that man? Ive seen people gain for their pre op and still got the surgery done.

Are you feeling better now? What were the symptoms like when you felt dehydrated? Are you able to eat at all?

Im better! I became extremely weak, was staying nauseous, started shaking and just overall felt horrible. I was having very little out put and my mouth was dry. Also my urine started getting dark.