Michelle H. (Rainbomama)
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 1 month ago
Is whole wheat pasta okay or still a carb no-no? - Is this a good alternative for "regular" pasta and is it a good choice for later on when I'm allowed to eat solids? Should I just avoid all pasta dishes for now and choose higher ...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a comment 14 years, 1 month ago
I'm just in awe.
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
Totals please? - So, I've been looking at all the great pics of before and after in the gallery but the majority of them don't say how long it took for each person to lose the weight and whether or...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
Blood work/surgical experience/etc - Since I've gotten a ton of private messages, I figured I'd just answer the questions here as well. I'll just paste what I've sent to another member and maybe someone can get a que...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
Found this very informative to answer a lot of new - Hope some of you can benefit from it as well.
http://www.muhealth.org/documents/bariatric/Nutrition_Guidelines_Before_and_After_Vertical_Sleeve_Gastrectomy.pdf
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
Few questions - First week out, how much should I be drinking and how much at each time? What was your normal daily liquid diet like? I just drink broth and whatever else I can manage but only 2...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
Sleeved and home! -
Hi there! I'm back home now. It wasn't as bad as some have described and not as good as others have described. The nausea and dry heaving was the worst. I also had trouble tak...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
Is it norma to feel... - Is it normal to feel like you'll be a failure at this sleeve thing? I know most eveyrone has great results with the sleeve but in the back of my mind, I keep asking myself if I'll...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
Scale (body weight scale) recommendations? - I'm looking to buy a scale (pre surgical weight of 356 pounds) that you have found to be accurate and affordable. Do you have any recommendations? If so, please tell me why you l...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
Bath/shower; toileting question. - So how soon after surgery will I be able to take a bath/shower?
Also, a rather delicate and embarrassing question. I'm sure lots of us want/need to know but don't ask. How did...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
Monday!! Monday!!! Monday!!!!!!! - My surgery is scheduled for 7 a.m. on Monday morning in New Iberia, Louisiana. I'm so excited I can barely contain myself. Any last minute advice or tips you want to offer?
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a comment 14 years, 2 months ago
Good for you!! Don't let anyone else define you.
My surgery is...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
I know everyone is different but.. - I was wondering what is the AVERAGE lengthof time before one can go back to work. My work situation is more conducive to going back to work earlier than most (I hope). I'm a work...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
So very excited! (protein drink post) - So, I have moaned and whined (even CRIED a few times) for a week about protein shakes and how vile they are and worrying about what I'm going to do for protein, etc I've spent wel...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a comment 14 years, 2 months ago
I can relate. I love liver, onions, rice and gravy, too. :)
I've...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
Try as I might.… - I absolutely cannot get the protein shakes down. I've tried about 8 different brands, various flavors and they all make me gag. I even bought the Syntrax nectar sampler pack of 1...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
This has probably been asked a bajillion times alr - I need to ask so that I'll get the exact answers that I need.
I'm so new to this and will be having my surgery February 27. My doctor says that I'll be on clear liquids the fir...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a comment 14 years, 2 months ago
Yay!!! I've been waiting for this update. How was the pain? How...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a comment 14 years, 2 months ago
You look fantastic anyway. :)
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
I feel like I can finally post and fit in here. : -
It's not that I never fit in before; it's that I didn't really have anything pertinent to say until today. :)
HUGE and exciting announcement from my little corner of the world...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
Is this equivalent to protein shakes? - I will be having my surgery in April. Yay me!!
I have been reading about how important it is to have ample amounts of protein in your diet. I absolutely DETEST protein shakes. ...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
Desserts (cookies) made from protein powder - I'm not sure if this is classified as acceptable but I thought I'd pass it along to you just in case.
It's a download that won't last long so get it if you want it.
http:...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 8 months ago
Substitute for protein drinks? - Are there any substitutions that are allowed? I have tried numerous brands and flavors only to gag on them like nobody's business! I simply cannot tolerate them no matter how hard...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 8 months ago
Information needed for EKG/Chest x-ray - We have no insurance, I do it all by cash. I don't have a primary care physician, per se, and I think by using the doctor that I see when I absolutely MUST see a doctor would be t...
Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 14 years, 8 months ago
Presurgical testing for Dr. Borland listed inside. - I come here often to read and am always wondering what is required by Dr. Borland before surgery. I spoke to a very sweet lady in his office today who told me that he requires an ...
