One month anniversary - how is everyone doing?

Hey Brenda! I had my surgery on 12/20/04, and have only lost 21 lb. as of today. I know how you feel. I just went back to work this week (Head Start teacher), and it is tough getting enough to drink while working with the kids. I've walked a couple of times this week, but I need to do better. It sounds like you are doing everything right! I'm sure things will start to improve. I hope for BOTH of our sakes, that soon the weight will come off faster. Good luck! -Audrey

Hi Brenda. I too had surgery on 12/16/04, but mine was open RNY. I am only allowed to have 1 oz of mushy pureed protein foods, then followed 1/2 hour later with protein drink. I don't think I could stomach string cheese, but I am to the point being almost 5 weeks post-op that I can have 1 thin slice lo-fat deli cheese without it upsetting my stomach. I too am getting tired of the ricotta cheese and yogurt but I guess every day will get better. We all need to stick together on this. And every doctor's office will prescribe a somewhat different diet to follow post-op. Wish every one success in their post-op endeavors.