I am six days post-op and feeling good. The last week is a blur. I have been up and around, walking, resting, sipping, sipping, blending, tracking…all the things! I am supposed to walk 60 minutes per day at 10-15 minute intervals. I am supposed to give myself a shot twice daily, take my medication, about five of them, drink my 64 ounces of liquids (water, broth, caffeine free etc) and get in 60-70g of protein. This is no easy feat after stomach surgery. I’ve come to enjoy warm broth with a bit of non-flavored protein powder and I found a good use for my little electric whisk.
For me, with just about everything, out of sight is out of mind. That is the same with my nutrition. I have it all next to me to make sure I get it in by the end of the day. In the morning, I make tea and pour a carton of Caramel Premiere Protein for flavor and to get the protein started. I make a 32 ounce cup of water with a sleeve of Aldi crystal light. I bought the cutest ramekins that have measurements marked inside. I put about eight ounces of broth on my candle-warmer so that it’s ready to sip when I am. For lunch, I sip on watered-down cafe’ latte’ protein shake or vanilla, chocolate, or some other flavor. I’m not quite sick of it yet, but it’s getting there.
Before surgery, I made popsicles out of protein water. They ended up tasting a bit sour, so they are still in the freezer. I also made, get this! I made a protein shake out of Iso Fruity Pebble protein mix and almond milk. Then, I made popsicles. So Yummy!!! I’ve been getting a couple sugar-free tropical popsicles here and there.
Today, I was able to cuddle with my son, watch a movie with my daughter and watch Hallmark with my husband. I have needed pain medicine only once today, so far. The night is young.
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