Twylad

Like others posting here, I was unsure who I wanted to tell. I told my immediate family and my 2 best friends. I received nothing but the best from each of them. My parents did, however, tell all my aunts who then proceeded to pass it on to others in the family. I would have been happier if that had not happened, but, oh well. My parents also put me on the prayer list at their church, so a whole new batch of people knew. As you consider who to tell, just remember you can't count on their holding your information confidential. I am now 6 mos post-op. I've lost 78 pounds and 5 dress sizes so far. This is the best decision I've ever made for my health. I have not announced my surgery, but when asked how I have lost so much weight, I do tell people about my surgery. I've even recommended my doctor to one person who is contemplating the surgery. This is a very personal issue. Do what feels best to you. Wishing you much success!

It was over a week post-op for me. I became concerned, so I called my doc and he gave me permission to use Miralax, which did the trick. I've also been surprised by how much smaller my BMs now. (TMI?)

Sleeved August 12 & I've just broken through my second stall. My first came when I moved from liquids to soft foods. My second came when I moved from soft foods to all foods. This latest stall lasted 3 weeks and I thought I was going to sit in the floor and cry each morning. I searched My Fitness Pal entries looking for my daily mistakes, but couldn't find a pattern. I am so thankful to be back on the losing track again. Although my doctor assured me these stalls are natural, they certainly are no fun, especially when it lasts 3 weeks! I guess the trick is just...keep following the plan.

I was so happy with my small victory today. I had a doctor visit, which, as always, began with a blood pressure check. In the past, the nurse has always had to use the large cuff. Today she didn't! The standard cuff fit and worked! Happy dancing in Texas.

I was sleeved 8/12/13. This was my first week off liquids and on to some soft foods. I'm a little frustrated because I've gained back 2 pounds. I keep telling myself it's ok because I've nearly doubled my caloric intake, but I'm still under 800 calories a day. Is this weight gain with "real food" a common occurrence?

How do you make the cheesy meatballs? Do you grate the cheese into the meat? I assume you bake? what temp and how long?

Thank you NMJG! I've read lots of posts about Greek yogurt & cheese sticks. Have you had encounters with either of those. I'm not a huge fan of baked fish, so I'm hoping chicken will be my friend.

The first week was a challenge. I'm still challenged each day to get at least 60 g of protein & 64 oz of water. I went back to work 1 week post-op. it hasn't been as hard as I expected. How are you doing?

I was sleeved 8/12 & will finish my 3weeks of liquids this weekend. I get to start eating foods on Monday! My dr gave me a few meal ideas...tuna & 2 crackers, chicken & mashed sweet potatoes. Anyone have other meal suggestions for a "new eater"?

I'm 1 week post-op so still on liquids for another two weeks. I'm so thankful my pre-op diet let me have 1 "meal" a day. The shakes are all so sweet just the thought of them makes me nauseous. Someone on another thread introduced me to Swansons flavor infused broths. I really like the Mexican Tortilla soup. There is also a Thai ginger & hot and sour. The provide enough flavor to cancel the sweet.

IMy doc provided my tummy belt, and i have to admit it has been great. The belt provides the support I need to curb the pain on my left side & lower back. I was sleeved 8/12 and have had the belt on everyday since. I'm able to sleep without it. I'm not sure how much longer I should expect to wear it.

NMJG my husband came home from the store talking about the tortilla soup broth. Glad to hear it is a good choice.