Ms.Cali

I find the people on this form are understanding - even if their experience is different and can't offer advice - at minimum they will offer encouragement. :-) I'm still losing steady about a pound a week. But my journey I must say wasn't the norm. Went from IV bags for about three months feeding me to soft foods. Was hoping after 15 months my restriction would be a little less - but it's okay. Had a good talk with my dr... He agrees that I need to stop losing. Step one to do so, is to add a meal a day. Step two, add a Protein Drink. Step three is to interfere medically (stretching the sleeve). But we both agree - that is at a last resort - only should I become under weight. So far now I've been adding a delicious Peanut Butter & Jelly sandwich at 2 am when I can't sleep. Yummy!!

What part of NW? I'm currently in the NW.

Yes I am still losing and trying not to worry yet. At my annual in December the nutritionist told me to stop losing. She wants me to eat 1400 to 1600 calories per day (up from 1200). I've been eating 1400 but just don't have room for 1600. I still can't do bread, potatoes, or Pasta. I was at a conference last week for work. I went to the hotel gym 3 times in an 8 day period fit 30 to 40 min on elliptical so not excessive exercise. I ate ice cream and candy. Bag lunch was provided with sandwich, chips , and cookie. I didn't eat bread but ate the rest. I thought I would get on the scale when I got back to see if I had 3 to 5 lbs to lose. I had lost a lb. I've lost 4 to 5 lbs in the last month. I may have to call the doctor soon. My BMI is now 22 and I really can't eat more. I hear you, the only way for me to get my calorie count to 1400-1600 range is by eating junk food. I went through a few days where I had to have my candy bar - I would eat a few bites throughout the day until it was gone. Those few days I didn't loss weight - but I must admit I felt like crap.My BMI is 20.5 - I love my greens and grilled Proteins. I can only have 3-4 bites of breads/pastas/rice before I get the 'stuck' feeling - still hard to eat them.I still have about 20 pounds to go before I'm in the "under weight" category - so I'm not too worried. If I continue to lose at this rate I would be 4-5 months away. So hopefully I hit the stall before than and start to gain weight.

Hello my fellow December 2012 sleevers... Quick question... Are any of you still losing weight? If not, at what month did your body stop? The reason I ask is because I'm still losing around around 3-5 pounds a month. My BMI is still in normal range (low side of normal).

I had my sleeve same time a year ahead of you. Congrats on your new chapter in life. :-)

That is a huge gamble you don't want to take for several reasons... As stated in this thread before - this a major surgery and we all worked so hard to have it, when others tried and weren't able to for one reason or another. Please stick to your diet.

I had mine out 6 months after my sleeve. I'm now 10 months post sleeve and still losing weight. I should be hitting my goal in about a week. The 2 weeks after my gallbladder surgery - I lost about 10 pounds.

Are you on any type of medication? They gave me certain medication in the hospital that did that to me. It's best to discuss with your dr. to make sure there isn't anything serious going on. Also a pinched nerve in the back/neck could cause this.

Been there as well... I call it the "WTF did I do to myself" phases. My dr warned me that I will go through it. Take it one day at a time - and in a few weeks you will be on solids and somewhat normal diet. The first few months are the hardest and I promise it will get better. Try as much as possible to find some you time. Ask for help from friends and family. The most important thing is to stay hydrated. Don't stress as much about the Protein intake - that comes secondary to Water and hydration. Stay positive - the suffering you are going through now is the cost of getting healthy. It's no walk in the park - but once your at the end of the tunnel - you will see it was worth it all. Hope this phase goes by quickly for you!!

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Lucky 12-12-12 Glad you're doing better. It will get better. :-)

Hope things are getting better with you... Had my surgery in the same hospital. Had some trouble bouncing back from surgery as well. But ultimately with the right attitude, lots and lots of patience, and with Dr. Feiz's guidance I finally got well. I guess we are the bottom small percentages that have complications and longer recovery time. I'm at point in my journey where I'm finally out of the tunnel, and hoping you're at least seeing the light. :-)

Impressive stats - keep up the good work. And you must share your "connection" :-)

I am - not sure if it will be in Vegas, LA, or even Mexico for costs. Not sure what to start with. Thinking of a tummy tuck first. My boobs next, went from a DD to a B :-(

Same here - I truly don't enjoy eating anymore. It hurts (even liquids). And I never feel hunger so it's very easy to forget to eat when I'm busy or traveling.