flip-flop-gurl

I had to maintain my same weight for 6 mos. If I had reduced my BMI at all, from what I understand, I would not have qualified based on my insurance.

Hey everyone.. I'm 5 weeks post op and only lost abt 20 lbs:( I take my Vitamins, at least 60g of pro daily, I do have room for improvement with exercise & Water intake. I am just so disappointed... I expected so much more! Surg-9/11...SW=244. CW=224 I would appreciate any feedback. Anyone else experience such a slow start??

Kristy3k.. Thanks so much for your words of encouragment! They are much needed. I go to the Dr on Monday for follow up..I think I have lost the 20% expected but i was hoping for so much more!! Patience is def not my best virtue:(. but I am trying.

Hey everyone.. I'm 5 weeks post op and only lost abt 20 lbs:( I take my vitamins, at least 60g of pro daily, I do have room for improvement with exercise & water intake. I am just so disappointed... I expected so much more! Surg-9/11...SW=244. CW=224 I would appreciate any feedback. Anyone else experience such a slow start??

I would love to be added to F B page. Lana McLaughlin, pic is of sunset. Surg date was 9/11...scales are stuck:(

I would add a robe to the list of must haves to use when walking. I had my surgery @ noon on Tuesday, discharged@ 3 on Wednesday. Zero complications, thank goodness!! Good luck & dont trybto over do it... its ok to take itveasybfor a week or 2! I really believe it helps the healing process!

Tracy... You and I are on the same track! I had surgery on the 11th & been on liquids ever since... until 27th. Starting weight is the same. Good luck 2mrw.. will be praying for you & looking for updates!!

I need some help. I will be off my liquids only this week & would love some ideas of items that are "must haves"! I know eggs, cottage chz, string chz, ... but what else. I will be on "soft foods" for the next 3 months, so I def need some guidance!! Thanks to everyone...

Thanks so much everyone. This will be a tremendous help! Please keep the suggestions coming:)

flip-flop-gurl---Sept 11---Lana

Everything I have consumed has been at room temp. My Dr said this reduces spasms in the pouch. Apparently cold temps can cause problems. I have to say I haven't had any problems by following this rule. I am 8 days post op & on liquids only until 8/27????.. I drink 3 proteins shakes per day plus whatever water/crystal light I need to consume to meet my fluid intake. Everday I feel a little better????????.

I am doing great on the protein requirements. Im getting in 3 shakes per day. i have struggled with the water some. It helps by adding crystal light. That is my goal this week... to get all my fluids in! WBU?

Thanks everyone.. My name is Lana and I live in Arkansas. My pre-op weight was 239. That included 5lbs lost for pre-op.

Hey everyone☺ This is my first post!! I have found this board so helpful with all the information.. I had my surgery on September 11. I feel very good today and improve a little each day. No major complications & have found a daily routine to get in all the shakes/vitamins/calcium... plus abt 3 more pills a day. All the liquids are just almost too much! Thanks to everyone for being such a wealth of info!! Looking forward to the new me!!

Hey everyone☺ This is my first post!! I have found this board so helpful with all the information.. I had my surgery on September 11. I feel very good today and improve a little each day. No major complications & have found a daily routine to get in all the shakes/vitamins/calcium... plus abt 3 more pills a day. Thanks to everyone for being such a wealth of info!! Looking forward to the new me????