BlueClementine

So about 5 wks out and haven't thrown up once, I thought I was just super lucky... But the last week or two I have been deadly nauseaus, it lasts for hours and I CAN'T get sick. I'm talking sweats, head spinning from the feeling, mouth watering like someone turned on a faucet, hanging my head and nothing comes up. And I mean it when I say, I really need to get sick. The most that happens is a tiny burp with a very small amount of liquid or food coming up and that does not make it better. even that takes tremendous effort on my part. I've had this happen a dozen times, last time I even stuck half my hand down my throat and I just couldn't get sick. I also had a hiatal hernia repaired in my espophogus while being sleeved. Has anyone else had this problem or heard of it? I never thought I'd want to throw up in my life, but now that I'm unable, I really wish I could!!

So I was on 200 mg of seroquel for over a year as a mood stabilizer and sleep aid and I put on over 60 lbs and was not able to take it off. I've been off it for over a year now, and take trazdone 150 mg to fall asleep at night. I ran out of my meds so the last 2 nights I've taken my husbands 50 mg of seroquel to help me fall asleep. 2 nights ago I thought I dreamed I ate 2 Oreo Cookies, but in the morning there was nothing out so I thought I was just dreaming. Then last night, I made a glass of chochlate milk and ate two of the small reeses Peanut Butter cups. When I woke up this morning, there was the cup and the wrappers by my bedside. I swear I don't really remember doing it, but OBVIOUSLY I did... Anyone else have this problem? I won't be taking the seroquel again, and I did have problems sleep walking when I was taking it previously.... So weird!!!

Thanks for all the helpful replies, I feel much better now! Refilled the trazadone and have not had any further issues with night time eating. It's scary when you think of how meds can really alter your perception/reality without you being aware!

Wow what people will say when they are safely hidden behind a keyboard. I'd love to see you say that to someone's face in a support group. Oh wait, but then maybe your manners will have kicked in since people could see your face... If you don't have anything nice to say...

So Murphy's law seems to follow me everywhere.. Today is my 1 month post op and I was hoping to be at or under 200 lbs (onederland!) last Friday I was 204.4 and I've stayed off the scales until today. Well, the damn thing is broke. It's a Taylor CalMax (biggest loser version) that I paid $60 and only a few months old. I've tried everything, resetting it, changed battery, etc and nothing. It won't read any weight, and flashes and ERROR1 message each time. So I need to buy a scale today to know if I've reached my goal, and wanted to know which scales you guys would recommend? I researched the Taylor brand and there are a ton of bad reviews, people having the same problem I am so I won't be buying one of those. Suggestions please?

So my MIL and I have a stormy relationship, I married her only child and have not seen fit (In her opinion) to give her a grandchild. There are lots of other issues that have been boiling beneath the surface for the past 16 years... I have basically hid from her over the last few years as I have battled with depression and panick disorder. I know she has always thought I wasn't good enough for her son. I have tried to come to terms with my feelings towards her, but as she has said and done so many hurtful things over the years, it's a HARD struggle. My husband loves her and I've tried to as well. I don't want him to not have a healthy relationship because of me. So tonight we are going to her home and it will be the first time I've seen her in about 6 months, and I am one moth post op. I'm having such anxiety over this dinner! How am I going to react if she says or does something critical or unkind? Can I keep my mouth shut like I have before or will I lose it? He loves us both and that's all that should matter, but I am scared it will go badly. It's so awful to have this kind of reaction to your own family!! HELP! anyone else have issues with family that has erupted after surgery? I just feel like swallowing anymore oh her bullshit is just poison and toxic for me and my health and feelings of worth...

I like the way you think!!!! Lol

About 5 years ago I went from 190 to 140, from size 12/14 to a 6. My best friend of many years (petite, beautiful, size 2/4) kept telling me how sick I looked and how unhealthy I was. The more weight I lost the angrier she became. Se was getting married in Vegas and I was her maid of honor - during that trip she flipped out on me several times and within a week of returning home, she "dumped me" via the phone telling me I wasn't the same person and we no longer were compatible. I was heartbroken. I felt the same and acted the same, my family assured me I hadn't changed, just my appearance. It took several months to realize that she was insecure and jealous and since I was no longer her "fat" friend, she didn't want me around anymore. Even worse, a year later when I regained all the weight and then some, she said shed made a mistake and wanted to be friends again. Ya, no thanks. Who needs enemies when you have "friends" like that? Just ignore the comments, the people are talking out of their %€¥{} and need to learn to keep their opinions to themselves.

Newat52, your reply really resonated with me yesterday and I put all of my energy into resetting my mindset (and doing my hair/makep/etc. - tried to look and feel my best when I walked through the door). I had a smile on my face and I kept my son by my side the entire time (he's 18 and very funny, I asked him to not leave me alone with her so she couldn't slide in any comments that others can't hear like she typically does). Anyway, she seemed pretty confused about half an hour in. We were there for two hours, and she said, wow, you seem so more confident and relaxed in your own skin! I haven't seen you look this good in years! Every time she said something nice I went out of my way to respond warmly and genuinely. I never once gave her an inch to say or do anything "off" and I actually realized I was enjoying myself! GASP!!! I was laughing and joking and when we got home, my husband to,d me that was one of the best visits we've had in years!!!! And his mom pulled him aside and told him that this surgery was the best decision I/we've made and she's so happy to see the old me shinig through... So I must say your advice was EXACTLY what I needed to hear to get me to focus on the positive and not the negative. And I also realized that maybe I have been overly sensitive and prickly, always waiting for the "attack" and being on defense mode instead of relaxing and trying to just be myself. So while we may not have the best of relationships, at least I know we can spend time together without conflict if I just get my head right and not give her an opportunity or reason to criticize me or our relationship. I think this was my first NSV! Thanks again for the great advice and I hope you have a terrific day! All my best, Blue

I weigh almost daily, went to get on the scale this morning and it read error. Stepped back on it and it said 404.4 lbs! I actually kicked it (yesterday I was 204.4) then tried it again and it read 152.... Needless to say I think I need a new battery Daily can be aggravating but it works for me. I think at least 1x per week should be mandatory to keep you accountable. Just my opinion.

Glad I could make you laugh Cassie! I was so upset at the time but in hindsight I'm not sure why I was suprised or shocked by the comment.... After all, he's never had a filter in the 9 yrs I've known him and that's honestly one of the things I enjoy about him most! So ya, my hair looks great and at this rate, my body should be catching up with my hair in the next 6-9 months!! And hopefully he's right, maybe I'll be getting lucky more often and with less, umm.... "effort" on my part!! Lol.

So far I'm 3-1/2 weeks out and down 25 lbs. worst "compliment" so far was from my gay hairdresser Scott who's been doing my hair for over 9 years and knows all my secrets and insecurities.... He said to me over the weekend, "well at least now you might actually get laid once in a blue moon by that husband of yours... And just think, you might not even have to suck his %#€£ first!" I literally got up outof the chair and called him an a*****e and about walked out... But he apologized and begged me to stay. If he wasn't the best damn colorist I've ever known I would have taken my chubby ass on home. Oh the price we pay to feel beautiful....

You look so terrific, not just physically, but that smile on your face is priceless! You look really hot, I bet your wife is delirious ( I know I would be!) and it's so great that your going to spend a lifetime with your kid (s) being healthy and happy.... Congratulations on your new life I'm beyond thrilled for your success... Kudos!

Felicity, your pics made me cry! Wow that such a transformation is not only possible but doable for each and every one of us that has been sleeved! You are an incredible success story and truly inspiring to us that are still on our own journey. I can't wait until the day that I have the ability to post such great pics and stories of personal triumph. Thank you so much for sharing with us and keep on shopping girlfriend! That's one addiction I can TOTALLY get behind and support!!!! All the best

Hi Bea, congrats on your success! I live the way you've laid out the data in char format, like the others I would love a copy so I can utilize your great excel tool! Wld you be able to send us a copy so we can download it??? Thanks in advance for your help.... Keep up the great work! :-)

Awesome job, I am a little over 3 wks and down 25 lbs, started out as the same weight as you. Are you able to exercise at all ? Curious what your eating in a day... I'm hoping to get below 200 before my 1 month. You look great!! Keep up the great work

My doc said not for the first six months, and then only occasionally. Like a glass of wine or two tops. There is a lot is talk about people being sleeved becoming addicted to other vices since food is kind of off the table, if you search cross over addictions you'll find plenty of threads that discuss this.

Brave by Sara bareilles. Love it.

Breathtaking!!!!! And I want that dress, it rocks and so do you!!! Congrats girl you look amazing!

So I had no preop diet since my BMI was 35.6, and I'm extremely pleased with my loss thus far. Doing everything to the letter, my pain subsided by day 4/5, but since this past Sunday I've been SO tired. I'm physically almost as tired as I was the first week which doesn't make sense to me, I felt great wk 2. I've been active around the house and walking, but have been laying in bed mostly since Monday. I wanted to kick up the exercise a bit to try and build energy... I've tried my Zumba DVDs but they are just to fast paced for me to keep up, forget all that jumping and bouncing! So yesterday I pulled out my large yoga ball and sat on it most of the day, stretching, hip rotations, etc. felt pretty good this morning. Just finished up a 45 min "dance jam" to VH1 on the ball, basically dancing while sitting and bouncing and rolling around like a loon - my 18 yr old son laughed his ass off when he walked into the TV room and saw me jamming on the ball. So if any of you are having a hard time exercising and have a yoga ball hiding in a closet, go grab it! It's actually pretty fun and I broke a sweat and my heartbeat stayed elevated throughout. And I'm not exhausted afterward I think I may have even learned how to twerk! ???? thanks Miley

I do love orchids, but not in urinals... Not the proper nutrients for growth! My husband tells me one of my best attributes is I think like a man (mostly) and I've always enjoyed the company of men over women (again, mostly!)... One of my favorite movie lines is Jack Nicholson in "As Good as it Gets" - a woman asks him how he can write about women so well and he replies, "I think of a man, then I take away reason and accountability". I'm sure I'll be hated on for this, but my God is that ever true 99%. Don't even get me started on driving. Lol, ok I'm done with bashing my sex, enjoy your Mens Room and I'll keep my two cents to myself from here on out... Or at least I'll try really hard

Today is 14 days post op, and this is my first post since surgery. 8/20 I was the last patient of the day scheduled at 5:30, didn't go in until 7:30. When I woke up the only thing I could feel was fire. I was expecting pain, but it literally felt like my insides were on fire. Not pleasant. It was a VERY long night, but I managed. I was discharged the next day at noon. The first 3 days were very rough, pain was bad, gas pains were brutal, my stomach was very inflated and I couldn't get comfortable to save my life. Forget laying down flat. The pain in my chest and stomach just trying to swallow water was excruciating. I managed. By day 4 the pain was minimal and I was up and about doing normal household things, but I tired easily. By day 5 I could drink a little better without so much discomfort. But god forbid I take a sip and then laid down. In fact, sometimes the only way I could stand to drink was walking around. Being vertical felt much better than horizontal. By day 7 the swelling in my stomach was greatly reduced and the pain was gone, except the occasional twinge. I started walking regularly a couple times a day just around the yard and neighborhood, and have tried to stay active, stretching and moving some small weights around with upper body, no problems there. Again, I just tire easily. I've followed the liquid diet to the letter, and week 2 I started full liquids. Soups hurt if I'm not careful. Water goes down easily now. I'm basically living off protein shakes and Isopure clear drinks, broth, and the occasional soup with unflavored protein added. I'm never really hungry, but I do know when I need to feed my sleeve - I start to feel slightly nauseous in my tummy or an acid feeling. A little bit of protein, it goes away. Im managing 60-80oz liquids and most days I hit 70-80 grams protien. I am so glad I've done this, but the first week was hard! Harder than I expected and I thought I had a grip on the situation!! lol, the things we tell ourselves.... So I got on the scale today and I'm down 17 pounds. I almost freaked. I re-weighed myself a dozen times, and the number was the same! I also took full body pictures of myself, which I had not yet had the bravery to do. So today is a great day! I feel really good physically and mentally, I know I'm doing what I'm suppose to, and the weight is coming off. Its a beautiful feeling!!

Uhmmmm...... CHOKING NOISES??? I've got an extremely vivid imagination and I'm drawing a blank. Please explain!

Omg thank you! I LOVE chic filet and it's def one of the foods I've been craving! Nice to know there's a close substitute

I recommend music and earbuds. The noise in hospitals never cease. I listened to music all night long and it helped. Also, my iPhone, I set an alarm for every ten min. To remind me to PUSH the pain med button. And lip balm was a life saver too...