Almost 5 weeks post-op and not sure if I am eating enough

I have noticed a lot of post-ops at about the same timeframe as I am and I would like to find out what you are eating ( Also, any of you that are further out and can remember when you were a new post-op). I guess I didn't realize how little I was going to be able to eat. I can only eat about 3-4 bites of mashed potatoes or soup. I get an incredibly full feeling in my chest. Here is what I ate yesterday- 3 protein shakes(each have 20 gm. of protein and 110 calories), 3 cubes of Kraft cheddar cheese, 4 bites of mashed potatoes, 3 very small bites of salad, and 2 ritz crackers with creamed cheese (each of these items was eaten separatel and several hours apart),48 ounces of water(I know--I'm working on it!!), 2 chewable vitamins. Does this sound like the amounts that you can eat? When will I be able to eat anything close to resembling a meal--more than one item? I am not wanting to pig out like I used to, but I would love to be able to have a few bites of salad and some chicken. I also notice those that are further post-op mentioning different foods but they don't mention how much they can eat of it. I guess I am just concerned about my nutrition and wondering if I am okay. There are some days that I do feel a little weak and lightheaded and wonder if it is because I am eating next to nothing. Believe me, I love the weight loss (1/8/01--37pounds)but am I suffering nutritionally? I also need a little variety in what I can eat. Help!!! Shelley

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