14 DAYS OUT A LITTLE DEPRESSED

Well today is two weeks. I had lost 12 pounds when I went for my 1 week check up and I have decided not to weigh again until my 5 week check up. I threw up (well if you could call it that) for the first time tonight. I ate fish and a mouthful of mucous came up, and I had to throw it up, felt better afterwards. I am having a hard time with two things: 1..The protein powder isopure, just makes me ill, I have a hard time even thinnking of drinking it, and the fish, ugh. The best thing that makes me feel good is chicken, but I ate some refried beans chicken and a "lil" cheese dip, I mean a "little"..But then I felt I shouldnt be eatin git. I ordered egg drop soup today and I felt like I should not have ordered from a restuarant for lunch..So I am so confused.. 2. Went back to work today. After all the excitement, nervousness, etc. After surgery being off work, enjoying life and all, then to go back to the office, and still no one or you feel like you have really lost weight, is so depressing. I feel like I went through all of this but nothing has happened. Anyone go through this also, and what can I eat where I wont be hungry? The egg this morning did not do it, I was hungry before lunch. And the depression, I wish I could call in sick tomorrow, I just feel like crying and being left alone..I would welcome anyone's suggestions on how to push through this phase.

Kimberlee, I am so sorry you are going through so much! I know what you mean about the depression. Yesterday was a bad day for me. I had my surgery on the 12th and yesterday was the first day that I actually cried. It was like it finally hit me that I can't go in kitchen and just eat anything that I want. I am still on liquids, so all I want is something to chew! I know you want results now. After everything you have gone through, you would expect results like right now. I am the same way. I haven't weighed yet, but I keep looking in the mirror for changes. But, it will come. And it will with you. Pretty soon, no one is going to know who you are. I knew things would not be easy and patience is going to have to kick in high gear. Just hang in there okay. As far as the protein goes. I also can't tolerate the powder. I am drinking the Isopure drinks in the bottle. To me, it is so much better. Maybe you could try that. My fav is the Alpine punch. I put mine in the freezer and let it get slushy, it is really good. If you like sugar-free crystal light, then you will like these. It is a little expensive, but worth it! Also, don't feel quilty about eating at restuarants. There are certain things there that you can have now and will be more as time goes by. This surgery didn't take our life away, but is giving us a new one. It is okay to eat soup at a restuarant. Things are not going to be the same as before, but we have to learn to take different roads. Just look at it as starting all over. A new beginning. We can't take the same roads we did before, that is why we had the surgery. At the same time, I understand why you are feeling the way you do. This is not an easy road, but just know that you have friends to help you get through this. I also live in Gaineville and would love to meet up with you and talk if you like. Maybe we can meet up at the support group meeting. If you would like to call me, let me know and I will send you my phone number. I don't know how much help I can be, but I can be there to listen. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hope to hear from you soon! Hugs, Sherry

Sherry, Thank you so much for your kind words. I am at work now, but I will try to get with you later. I know exactly where you are coming from. ARe you going to the support groups? I was on soft protein with in 1 week. When is your post op appt? I feel better today, I don't know. I just was so teary yesterday. You are so right, Patience..thanks again, and hopefully we can talk soon. I would love to hear more about you too! I ordered these kind of jello shot proteins from bariatriceating.com so I will let you know how they are only 3 oz. to drink at almost 27 g protein. So if that works, I will let you know. All I know is that Tilapia did not set well. And I always feel sluggish in the am until I have all my viamins..thanks again for responding to me! Kimberlee :-)

I went through the same exact thing. I had my surgery Nov. 21st of 2005 so I will be at my yr. anniversary very soon. I remember feeling exactly like you are right now and trust me it passes! I don't know what it is about the 6 week mark but that seems to be the turning point for many people myself included. I lived off of refried beans, chicken, egg drop soup, chicken/beef broth, jello, mashed potatos and gravy from KFC! I don't think I would eat seafood or things like that so soon after your surgery. I mean if your dr. says it is okay to try them I suppose it is okay but my dr. gave me a strict diet and a "approved" foods guide to go by. I followed it very closely. I was on "mushy" foods for 6 weeks. I couldn't eat eggs at first they just made me ill but now I can eat anything and nothing seems to upset my stomach. I know it is frustrating at first but you have to remember you have had a major surgery and your body needs time to heal and get used to everything it has gone through. You also have to remember emotionally you have issues to deal with surrounding your weight even as you begin to drop the weight you still have to keep yourself in check and always be very aware of what you are eating, how much and how often. I know it is very hard right now during this initial adjustment period but before you know it it you will be looking back on all this and it will be a faint memory for you! The weight will start falling off during the honeymoon period and you will become empowered and feel like a new person. Just take it easy and remember you just fired out of the gate so take it slow and it will all come together before you know it! If you need anything please e-mail me and I will be happy to help you through anything that you need! I have been there I promise!

I am having the same issues you are having. I started on the next stage of "approved" foods on Friday and let me tell you jello and broth are my friends right now. I can not get any of the approved items down for any length of time. I am frustrated and do not want to eat for the fear of I just am not sure what to do. I like the unjury chocolate powder as my protein. I use 6 oz of warmer water with it and it taste like hot chocolate and my grouchy pouch does not seem to mind it. Protein has been a big issue for me and what I like and dislike. This is the only one I have found I like so I am sticking to it for now. Email me if you want to chat. Hugs~ Deanne

Well I am 2 1/2 weeks out too, and you know what yesterday must have been the day for crying. That was the first time that I cried too, I wanted to chew on something and I am so sick of chicken broth so I made some fat free very flavorful tuna salad. I am sorry I just needed to eat something, I am so week. Plus I started back to work this week too and have not been able to sleep at all. I think the stress of having no oportunity of laying down when you get sleepy or tired is making me stress. No sleep for four days, that can make you cry too! I feel much better today, and after eating my tuna salad I was happy as a clam in mud! Good luck to you and just keep plugging away. And as of this morning I have lost 27 lbs in 2 1/2 weeks, I'll take it~~~ Heather

You go girl. : -D I am happy for you with the weight loss. Keep up the good work!! :clap: