So my whole life is currently consumed by counting the number of ounces I am drinking, the grams of protein I am consuming, watching to clock to make sure I don't eat 30 minutes before or after eating, is it time to take more meds?... If nothing else, getting used to this new lifestyle is basically a full time job! Plus, at 3 weeks out I am able to start on soft solids (things like tofu, tuna, bananas, hard-boiled eggs, etc....). Its quite the undertaking!
The pic above is what a meal looks like for me (don't be jealous!) its 1/8 cup of egg beaters and some cheese. I have also added some sour cream and its a GREAT meal! I have had it for many meals already, because its so tasty! The weird thing is that I have to make that tiny bit of eggs last me 30 minutes! I am supposed to take 30 mins to eat any meal and chew it slowly, so I do! Also, notice the baby silverware I am using. That was the best tip anyone gave me before surgery- it helps me remember to take small bites and chew really well. Plus, they are kinda cute!!
The weird thing is that I almost feel like I am doing too good. I haven't had ONE time where I ate or drank too fast and had pain, which I guess is super normal for people, especially at first. I am one of these people that thinks I will be the ONE and ONLY person that this doesn't work for- haha. I sure hope not! I just like to think that I follow the directions 100% and because of that, I am doing great. Tomorrow my surgeons office will give me a call to check in and see how I am feeling, and I cant wait to tell them how great I feel!
Plus, the little butterfly strips that are over my incisions are slowly starting to peel off and I really want to see what is under there! I have 7 incisions that are about 1/2 inch each- so quite tiny. Also, the sutures are on the inside, so there is basically just a little butterfly strip on the outside holding it together. I am also excited to get these strips off so I can properly wash my stomach! Its weird to not....
So anyways, I had a nice visit from my sister Katie and her mom Debbie today. I really appreciate when people stop by and chat for a while because I can only watch so much Real Housewives (although I cant get enough of the New Jersey ladies!!!)
Alrighty then, off I go!
You are amazing Jolie! I am so happy that you are sticking to the plan and following all the rules. The fact that you can get in all your water and protien is just fantastic.
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