5 days out!

It's hard to believe that I had gastric bypass 5 days ago.
Saturday, I walked just under a mile and worked on keeping fluids in.
Sunday, we went to Dysart's for Mother's Day - a family tradition.  I ordered veggie soup and just had the broth.  The rest of the family eating didn't bother me.  I ended up walking just over a mile over the course of the day.  I also switched from prescription pain meds to liquid tylenol.  I also only managed about 10 grams of protein.
Today, the scale says I've lost 4 pounds since surgery.  I've had 20 grams of protein -unjury chocolate plus skim milk.  Except for a runny nose, I'm doing well.

I think that being a positive thinker is important as well as following directions.

This next part may be TMI - but, surprisingly to me, I've had liquid BM's - small amounts.  Is this typical?  I thought I wouldn't have anything until I ate more traditional meals. . .


Anyways, I'm glad I did this.

Hi   YOu sound  great !!!1  Yes the liquid  bms are normal and   means that your colon is working properly.

Yes you are right    positive  thinking   is  important and  following  directions  is also  very important.

Hope you had a great mothers day!!!

Patty

Sounds like you are doing great!  The BM's sound exactly what I had, liquid for days and then it went the other direction with no BM for days.  Sounds normal based on my experience.  Keep up the good work!

Tami

Hi all!  I am new to this, and just went for my initial Dr. visit Friday.  I am going to Drs. Loggins/Bang in Lewiston.  I'd like to be able to chat with people who are going through, or have gone through what I am.  I live in Maine, and would love tohear how you all are doing!
Thanks!
Heather
Downeast Maine

Hi Heather~

This is a remarkable life experience.  Take your time, read, ask questions, go to support groups, think, begin to make changes.

One of the first big changes I made at the beginning was giving up Diet Coke.  I went cold turkey.  The first 2 weeks were hard but after that it was relatively easy.  I didn't give up caffeine but, I ingest far less than I did when I drank Diet Coke. 

Good Luck!

Cheers,
Debbie

I can understand the Diet Coke thing...I am a Mt. Dew girl...drink if from morning till night...the caffeine doesn't bother me at all, because I am addicted to it I suppose.  I have quit soda before and the headaches were awful.  I am cutting down this time, only had one yesterday, and so far none today...I'm drinking water, which I would normally not do unless I was "dieting".  Working on making water a part of my life, instead of soda. 
Wishing you well...I look forward to hearing about your progress!
Heather

Hi Heather, my name is Leanna. I just had R.N.Y on May 4th. Dr.Loggins and Dr. Band did it. Let me know if you want to keep in contact?? Good luck!!

I was just looking at old posts. I am just starting the process again with Dr Loggins as well. I would like to be able to chat back and forth if you like?

Sounds like you are right on track.  Liquid in=liquid out.  It'll get better once your food has more consistency.  Stay hydrated!  Keep us posted!

Im so excited to read this. :)