One Week After Surgery

I've enjoyed a full week off work for Spring Break, which I spent recovering from the surgery and adjusting to a full liquid diet. The pain in my left side is almost gone, and I've felt a little better each day. Compared to where I was a week ago, I feel like a whole new woman! I can't imagine how great I'll feel next month...or better yet, this time next year.

I had my one week checkup with the surgeon yesterday. He removed a little stitch and ordered one more week on soups, protein shakes, etc. "Yummo", as Rachel Ray would say. It hasn't been that bad really. And, I'm down a few more pounds, so I'll take another week of liquids! I do miss chewing, and larger portions although I physically can't consume more than about 1/4 cup of soup right now. I literally feel like I've eaten Thanksgiving dinner after just that small amount. But, to go from filling a bowl with food to just a few tablespoons at the bottom of the bowl, that plays a mind game on you. I have to say, it has been difficult seeing others pack it in while I'm sip, sip, sipping!

I still struggle with getting everything in that I should be in a day's time. Because I'm not hungry, and I do get full very quickly, it's hard to fit in the 40-64 oz of liquid and 50+ grams of protein. I returned to work today, my first day back since surgery. My fellow lap-banders/friends at work scolded me a little, because as of 11 am, I'd only had a few ounces of water the whole day. They are part of my really great support system and made some suggestions on how I can get all of this in. I really do need to make an effort to do better...I like my hair and don't want it to fall out, and I don't want to dehydrate. My hubby is a little thin on top and it's a good look on him....me,probably not so much.

Starting Weight: 252 lbs
Pre-Op Weight: 250 lbs
Today's Weight: 237 lbs
Total Loss: 15 lbs