babs963

Sw 260 Cw 237 Lost 2 lbs this week

I'm 4 weeks post op down 24 pounds... Same thing. Everyone says be patient and it will happen. I guess your body needs to adjust. I measured myself before surgery so today I measured myself and lost 18 inches overall so that lifted my spirit. Keep positive! That's what I'm trying yo do... Good luck!

Rochester NY

My underwear and shoes don't leave indents in my flesh!! Oh happy day!

I can only answer a few of your questions, as I am only 21 days post op. Personally the surgery was a piece of cake for me .. Very little pain. Especially when you have a more painful surgery to compare it to. You can take Tylenol for pain. I know people who have had hair loss but they were not good about taking their Vitamins or getting enough Protein. I stayed out of work 2 1/2 weeks. I get tired mid day. But that's normal for me after surgery I set my phone to remind me to eat and drink. Very helpful ( and for your vitamins and other meds) Walking and stretching is good for the pain and gives me more energy! Good luck on your journey... The first month is the hardest I hear.. ❤

It so good to have this support. I had surgery 2/26 and feel the same way... It's hard I just have to remember that it's a marathon not a sprint!

I'm on the second stage as well. My diet plan is 1/4-1/2 cup puréed food at each meal along with two 8oz Protein shakes for Snacks. Seem that depending on where you have had your surgery, The meal plans vary slightly. For example, I'm not allowed cheese at this stage and was instructed if its not on your plan don't eat it! Don't worry... Just set your phone to remind you to eat and only eat then and exactly what the doctor wants. Good luck

I'm 16 days post op... Feeling great with the exception of being a bit tired mid afternoon. My problem is that by day 9 post op I lost 20 lbs an now I'm 16 day post op and still haven't lost any more I am eating 55-65 gms of protein, 30z of water/liquid. I'm on the puréed diet now and I'm just feeling like well, this is it. I walk on the tread mill every morning 30 min at a good pace and varying inclines... I just want to loose a pound!!!!! This is how it was for me in the past when I would diet... Loose 15-20 and that was it... I'm scared.

Thanks so much ... You are all wonderful... And I lost a lb today. It was a good day!!!!!❤

SW 260 on 2/26/13 CW 239 Yeah lost a lb this week!

Thank you ladies... I know your right, I'm just nervous it won't actually happen... Ill stay focused. Thanks so much!!!

I just turned 50 yesterday... Surgery 16 days ago. I think it's going to be a long hard journey but worth it in the end. I just want the scale to move!!!! Cheers to protein!

I made it tonight for my husband... I just smelled it, yum. I like the oven method too but today I cooked it on the stove with a Guinness for 6 hours... Slainte

That's awesome.... I was the same weight preop .. I hope I have the same results.. Congratulation! ????

Surgery date 2/26/13 SW 260 CW 241

Yes the doctor told me up to 15 lbs ... But no actual "weight lifting" that's why the 3 lb weights and just walking.. I'm inclining the treadmill to level 6 at a 2 speed for 30 minutes

I'm 8 days postoperative.. I was instructed to walk 30 minutes a day for the next for weeks only. Can only lift up to 15 lbs so I'm using 3lb hand weight to do some light arm exercises... Best of luck!

I just had my first follow up today and had some pain near the pouch on exam. He stated that I should still be taking Tylenol or the codeine as need. He stated that you want the diaphragm to relax as there has been much trauma in there.. Best of luck

Hi .. I'm barbara and 4 days postoperative. I'm doing ok with the exception of filling up so fast with my shake... Takes me about 2 hrs to finish. My question is, did anyone else experience producing a lot of saliva? I've notice whenever I drink anything with artificial sweetener I seem to produce quite a bit. I'm not sick but I feel like I'm "filling up" on it... Ive resorted to spitting (gross). Any thoughts?

@steevo my group also has a private group on Facebook. Participants post questions and concerns there.. Se if your local group has something like that. I think you can join our group even if you aren't local. It's call monarch support group..

My surgery is in four days!!! At my preop physical i asked if I had to do the liquid diet and the pa said no. I was confused because I have read so many people's comments and so I was concerned I missed something. I just have to do the liquids the day before. My surgery is at a bariatric center of excellence so I guess they no what they're doing... Anyone else not have to do the liquids 2 weeks before?

Hi steevo, I understand your fear. Try and see if there is a local support group you can attend. My surgery is in four days. I have a two support groups I can attend an I really think it is helpful in our journey. Good luck???? barb

I received my approval letter today! Surgery February 26th... So happy????