Guest guest Posted May 13, 2002 Report Share Posted May 13, 2002 Hi group! I am over two years post op RNY, with a total loss of 150 lbs. I am also 20 weeks into my second pregnancy. Last week my OB diagnosed me with Placenta Previa (by ultrasound) no bleeding. I have researched many of the details about pp and feel concerned but not obsessed. I just wanted to ask if any other OSSG moms have experienced this condition. Also, since I wanted to be assured that baby and me are getting enough protein in the second and third trimester, I have started making my own version of a yogurt smoothie. I just wanted to share what I am doing in case any other mommies to be needed a protein boost. I take my soon-to-be overripe bananas and put them in a ziplock freezer bag. Each morning I add the following to my blender, one frozen banana (in chunks), 1 container of no sugar, low fat yogurt (sweentened with nutrasweet), 1/2 cup watered down juice, 4-5 ripe strawberries, and a scoop of GeniSoy unflavored soy protein. Most times I use peach or vanilla flavored yogurt. The GeniSoy has 25 grams of protein per scoop (scoop is included in the canister and looks like 2-3 tablespoons). It takes me about an hour to drink it. Anyhow, for what it is worth, the " smoothie " works for me. Again, thanks for any of you who may be able to share your experiences about placenta previa. And I would like to add my 2 cents about waiting until you are well out of the two year window following surgery to try to conceive-- Sometimes, no matter what prevention methods you may use, you may become pregnant. However, everyone (mommy & baby) have the best chances to be happy and healthy when mommy is at a stable weight-- whatever that weight is. I had my first child (absolutely healthy) when I was 350 pounds. But, when the body is in starvation mode (immediately post-op) it is not a very hospitable place. If you can, WAIT to conceive. Just from my own experience and reading the posts here it seems as though most,if not all of us, choose to have the surgery to create positive, healthy lives for ourselves. Wouldn't you want the same for your unborn child? I guess if God has other plans for you during your post-op phase, then so be it. Best wishes for all the mommies and mommies-to-be. Melinda Cunningahm Columbus, OH RNY 1/3/2000 Dr. Melvin OSU edd 9/30/02 gender unknown (little bugger had legs crossed last week) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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