iowamom

Hi, this is my first discussion about my sleeve. I had my surgery April 30th, 2012. I feel great, but not really losing any weight. I think I have lost about 5lbs since surgery. My surgeon's nurse says"to stop weighing myself". All the stories I read people are losing 20-25lbs almost immediately. I joke with my husband that I hope the surgeon took out the right part! Also, I have no problems drinking or eating. So many people say they can only drink tiny sips, I feel I can drink normally. I feel nervous that maybe this isn't going to work for me. I waited 7 months for insurance and I thought it would be difficult to eat. One good thing is I don't feel hungry. Just wondering if any of this is normal? Waiting for a big weight loss. Thanks, Iowamom

Sorry I didn't respond sooner--still trying to figure this whole blogging thing out! I am 46 years old. I am not menopausal yet. Are you having trouble with drinking. I drink just like normal. I have yet to fill full. Everyone seems to be able to take just a few bites. I think, over the past several months, I've looked at way too many stories, I better just take my story one day at a time. It is what it is!

I did gain about 7 lbs in the hospital. As of today, I can start adding eggs, cottage cheese. I know I shouldn't compare, but for 7 months I've listened to so many stories, it is hard not to. I know this is my journey and I will embrace it. Thanks