bjstrans4mation

If you had PMS, bloating & weight gain before surgery, you will still have it after surgery. Relax. It's all a part of the process. In a few months you will have something to compare this against. Blessings2u--BJ

I pray for your strengh and endurance while you go through this. Stay focused and encouraged that this too shall pass. Blessings2u--BJ

My tastebuds were so out of wack for the first month or so, I couldn't stomach protein or sugar free stuff. You are doing great. Rooting for you. Blessings2u--BJ

I like this community because the information shared is so valuable. Information about stalls should help us prepare mentally for what's to come. If I hadn't have read about them, I would think that I got the surgery done for nothing or that I was totally messing up something---I stalled for 3 weeks and it was not fun at all. It's not like it happens to a select few---stalls happen to everyone that gets sleeved. Blessings2u--BJ

With my highest recorded weight being 354 and my current weight @ 287---with my largest size clothing being 30W and my current size 18----I still don't see what others are seeing. I look in the mirror some days and see the really fat girl. I get dressed in the morning and think to myself, "I feel fat today"....I guess this is something we will all have to come to terms with. But if the #'s and clothes sizes are going down, that says it better than anybody telling us. I'm only 11 weeks out and thinking like this---what's going to happen in 1 year. Blessings2u--BJ

so how did you do it?

I am grateful!! My insurance is Aetna and they covered everything. My only responsibility was co-pays. Blessings2u--BJ

I had liquid codein and walked at least once per day. My pain was not bad at all. You are definitely in my prayers. Blessings2u--BJ

I had my surgery on 11/9/11. My loss is a few pounds more than yours, and I also hit a stall of about 4 weeks. I started drinking protein at least 2-3 times per day and drinking more water and the weight started moving again. I had the same issue with vitamins. My surgeon suggested gummies (multi and fiber)---every since I started I feel great. I also add tastless powder Benefiber to my protein shake in the morning. Don't stress too much about what we see as slow----Next year this time we will look back and say "WoW, I can't believe this is my new body"....vitamins are very very important as we are not getting all of our nutrients. You really want your bloodwork to remain as close to normal as possible. With me, I have to have complete bloodwork every 3 months for a year. I don't want any B12, anemia, iron deficiency issues--I just don't want any issues. Do what you can to to find a gummy adult multi vitamin. Blessings2u--bj

My cycle has been 28 days faithful for 11 years now. Since surgery which was on 11/9/11----I've been at least 3 days late each month. The first month was full of clots--but with each passing month, it seems to be getting better. Blessings2u--BJ

God has a way that's mighty sweet!!! Blessing2u--BJ

Very very very normal. Blessings2u--BJ

Congratulations!!!!

I had my gallbladder removed prior to being introduced to vsg surgery. But from what I hear, the two go hand in hand. Blessings2u--BJ

This sounds wonderful. Will be adding to my list. Thanks!

My surgeon instructed the 30/30 rule for life. He said it was to keep my sleeve from stretching. I'm 10 weeks out and thus far, it's working. I'm sure that later I may be a bit more free about this. But for now, it's working. Blessings2u--BJ

dietdirect.com............liquid protein: Brand: ProtiDiet Item #: PD312. To me it taste like a fruit drink. I love grape flavor. Freeze it until it's almost a slushie. It got me through. Unjury protein (chocolate and vanilla) powders are excellent. I mix with fat-free / sugar free coffeemate creamers. Blessings2u--BJ

I needed this post!!! I'm 11 weeks out and my issue is that I don't know what to eat now. I'm basically living on beans which is good because of the protein. I'm finally getting in my 2-3 shakes per day and water. But I really need to get in proper foods and exercise. I don't want to sabotage my progress by grabbing what's conveniant. In December, I spent 2 weeks in NC and tried to eat out---my sleeve wasn't having it and my foolishness caused me to waste money and throw up every day. I've got to think about my decision and really find what's going to work. Blessings2u--BJ

God is a healer---trust and believe by faith!!!! Blessings2u--BJ

Don't believe what others have to say....trust in what you believe.....speak what you want and you shall have what you say. It's out of your mouth and your heart. Try saying you want to "get rid of"....anything we lose we want to find---we don't want to find a single pound. Blessings2u--BJ