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It's like I'm back at the beginning again... -  I am just over four weeks post op and I am having trouble getting liquids, let alone food, down. My surgeon suggested that perhaps I ate something that caused my stomach to swell ...

The idea of most puréed foods makes me want to gag. I'm just...

I'm easing into puréed foods slowly, starting with soup. I'm so...

Heart Burn Help - I am 10 days out and doing very well.  Thankfully, I am only experiencing mild, but persistant heart burn.  My surgeon said to start with Tums and then move on to something else if...

Still Tired but Feeling More Like Myself :) - I am so thankful to be finally feeling more "normal".  My pain is minimal at best and I was even able to sleep in bed last night, which is a first.  The recliner has been my saving...

I had my appointment with Dr. Pleatman this past Wednesday. He...

I've been worried about you! I'm so sorry your husband and mother...

I've lost a total of 14 lbs since surgery. I see it mostly in my face,...

One Whole Week... -  A week has gone by since my surgery and I've certainly had my ups and downs. Thinking back, the first few days were very trying. I was experiencing remorse and grieving over the l...

What a Change a Day Makes -  Up until today I've been pretty miserable. Not able to drink very much and brief nausea associated with protein drinks. Let me tell you, Premier Protein Shakes have been my saving...

Belly Binder -  I know this question has been asked before but I can't find the feed. Can someone recommend a good place to buy a belly binder? Could I use a good old' ace bandage? I need some su...

Congratulations! That is wonderful! I am so looking forward to the...

I really enjoy reading your posts because you give me hope that what...

Thank you! I'm really trying to stay positive. I'm not used to having...

Day Two Post Op -  So, I've been home for over 24 hours now. My surgery went well and recovery is progressing. Last night was rough, having vomited once and dealing with lots of pressure in my abdom...

Lots of pressure/gas.... -  I am experiencing some significant pressure and pain sitting right under my rib cage. Burping helps temporarily but does anyone have suggestions for better relief?

Sleeved and Home -  I'm feeling pretty good. I have some heart burn type issue and I'm hoping that goes away quickly. Sitting and standing are painful and I also have some pain under my rib cage.  ...

Congrats on your progress! 13 pounds isn't anything to sneeze at,...

Here We Go... - Just about 16 hours to go until my surgery. I'm nervous and excited and somewhat sad. I have to learn to grieve over the loss of my previous food life. It makes me sad to think tha...

Thank you so much for your kind words of encouragement! I'm so...

Less than a week away... - So, here we are, less than a week away from the big day.  It's hard to believe that this is actually going to happen.  For so long I have wanted my outward appearance to match how ...

Can't wait to try some of your meal ideas!

Congratulations on your surgery! I hope you continue to progress in...

Just had to share -  I scheduled my surgery today! June 19 is the big day and I could not be happier!! It marks the first day of the rest of my life!