Although I'm terrible at keeping a log, I would have to assume I'm at least at 1000 calories.  If you have a Whey protein supplement and mix that with 8oz of milk, that is somewhere in the neighborhood of 250-300 calories (plus the good protein) per serving.  Add to that your breakfast, lunch, dinner each consisting of a protein food those should be about 200 calories each at least, especially with the fruit or veggie on top of that.  My doc starts his patients on puree and soft foods on post op day 3, but others on here go to liquids only after operation.  I guess it depends on your doc and nutritionist.  I'm starting week 3 post op and get "soft" foods now.  I made some salmon and brocolli the first night and it was such a treat to chew food once again.  Everything tasted great and went down easy. 

And to answer you question, I NEVER feel full.  I'm convinced they just cut me and didn't do a bypass at all.  ha ha  Actually, I don't feel hungry or full and I have no sensation of the "pouch" or anything in it. 

I too had my surgery on the 13th and still haven't had a BM.  I've been taking Benefiber in my drinks daily.  I don't have pain but I'm afraid it's going to start since it's been so long.  Not sure what to do????   viki

karen,
My day is the 27th.  I am required a two week liquid diet.  The first 4 days sucked.  It gets better after that.  On day 12.  Can't say I'm not excited to end this part of the preparation!  Though I have lost 11 lbs in 12 days.....  but still!!

Good luck to you on your upcoming surgery!

Laurie,

That is comforting to hear.  I was told they were great at Sister's.  I may end up being there most of the time without my husband as when he is off he will be with my boys, so again I am glad to hear that.

I am not aware of the support group?? I may hve missed that paper :) I think I have been studying the food/liquid stages so much that I didn't see that.  What days and times are they?

Kim

OMG, the gas sucks doesn't it!?  I have been walking and that seems to help a little.  So glad you are home and in recovery mode!  Hang in there!