Each day seems a LITTLE better

Aug 06, 2010

You know how you read everywhere that people say it gets better each day? ... There is some truth to that.
I had my RNY on Monday 8/2, and the first few days were MISERABLE! But, now today is Saturday 8/7 so I'm 5 days out and things are going well.
I take it extremely easy. Don't life anything if I can avoid it. I've holed up on the couch with massive amounts of pillows behind me to give me support on my back and tummy. (Tried sleeping in bed and my incisions were NOT havin' it).  

So, I just sit around. Sippin' my crystal light. Nibbling on my jello. Watching my shows. I'll get a short bout of pain or uncomfortability, but it passes quickly. 
I think it hasn't sunk in yet, ya know. Like, I can't fathom that I actually got the surgery! I really really did it! 

I'm nervous though... About when I start introducing more foods into my pouch. Right now I'm fine because all I allow myself is crystal light and jello (and 5 days out I should probably be eating more). But I'm scared to death of getting nauseous or foamies, or whatever else comes with eating. Don't get me wrong... I will follow my Nutritionists orders and introduce protein drinks on day 7 and go from there. But I'm just so nervous! 

Anyways.... I can almost get up off the couch without moaning and groaning. It's still uncomfortable, but not too bad. And my back is killllling me from sleeping on the couch (woe is me, right).

well, tata for now. Gonna eat some jello.

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