Tag: Self-care

  • From Stalls to Success – Let’s Talk Numbers

    From Stalls to Success – Let’s Talk Numbers

    I’m a just over 5 weeks post op and I’m currently stalled on the scale! The first 2 weeks were amazing… everyday I was losing 1-2 pounds and it was exciting – probably the highlight to my day lol. Then week 3 got here and BOOM, the scale not only stopped going down, but it…

  • Trouble in Puree Paradise

    Trouble in Puree Paradise

    Well… LOL It’s not all butterflies and rainbows after all. I’m ONE week into puree for the record. I honestly thought I’d rock this stage because I really don’t mind mushy things. When I picture chicken/tuna/crab salad, I get nauseous now, and I’ve only had them each maybe once or twice. I think my biggest…

  • Hooray it’s Time for Puree!

    Hooray it’s Time for Puree!

    I just got home from my 2 week post op appointment and I’m pretty dang happy right now! I wasn’t sure when they’d give me the green light for puree since I technically started the full liquids the Thursday after surgery. HALLELUJAH! I did it. I got through 2 full weeks of liquids and let…

  • Life 11 days post op… need food – send help

    Life 11 days post op… need food – send help

    Now that I got you caught up I can write in the moment. Feels kinda weird! I’m 11 days post op and feeling pretty dang good! I just got home from a nice long walk without any issues – the weather is gorgeous! I can now drink 4oz in one sitting, so it’s a bit…