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Hi Kim I am doing so much better now that I've had these last couple of days off . I work retail so you can imagine how busy it's been. I am just barely finishing up my Christmas shopping today....how sick is that?! Anyhow all else is going good. The doctors are re-evaluating the ovary and hernia in Feb., so for now the pain has subsided and I'm feeling more positive. The hernia is small and can wait and they want to re-check the growth on the ovary in a few months. When I get the hernia repair they will take the growth at the same time, or maybe the whole damn ovary...who know's I hope this Holiday Season is everything you hope for Diane

I drink 2 protein drinks a day and have one meal, and IF I feel hungry I snack on protein chips. The protein drinks really help me keep my calories down. I guess doctors say not to drink the protein drinks because they think you might get hungry and miss food and even eat more, but that has never happened with me. The only time I don't have energy is when I don't get sleep. Did your doctor say why no protein drinks? The drinks also help you get your fluid in.

Janice...First off congrats on how great you are doing. NOW...don't beat yourself up over this. This surgery is a life changing event which we will deal with ups and downs for the rest of our lives. you said your doctor said no protein drinks? Well, I had a terrible time getting in all my protein in with just food and was losing my hair still! So, iIhad to start taking a protein drink I have this every morning its Whey protein (designer choice) the chocolate is good and I mix it with 2% milk. I have to disagree with your doctor about no protein drink....try it and see if it makes a difference for you! I too, am a busy mom and find it hard to fit in 3 meals a day. I always eat breakfast and dinner but lunch ends up being 2 snacks during the day. I probably eat about 800-1000 calories per day myself. I wish you luck and don't beat yourself over this....look how far you have come! karie -123

Man, whew! you sure are a busy woman. I admire the fact that you've decided to further your education, way to go! You absolutely need to take time for yourself to make sure your getting your nutritional needs met. If you don't you start what you've allready started to do ...graze and carb load. I know it's hard to get into the swing of things when schedules change, but you have to try to work yourself in somehow. I think you should have a protein shake for breakfast at least you'll get a majority of your protein for the day. Sometimes we have to do what works for us and not the Doctor's recommendation's. I still drink my shakes daily too, even though my doc would prefer I get my protein from other sources. But, I work full-time and go to school as well. Hope this helps a little.....remember to take some time for yourself Happy Holidays! Diane 393/193/?