lkleigh
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And I did my measurements and my belly is actually bigger.
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I keep wondering about my calories. My friend has been successful on 500-600 calories, so that what I'm doing. Maybe I should eat a little more.
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Part of me feels like binging on chocolate since I'm not losing anyway! But I won't.....
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body shaper or girdle
lkleigh replied to DOMINICANA88's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I always get mine on eBay. They are def cheaper on there. -
Your belongings aren't secured at all. Are you bringing someone with you? They will be in the room during surgery.
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If they have an online group, I'm not aware of it. That wasn't really a factor for me. I have a friend here locally who had the surgery six months ago, so I direct all my questions to her. Also, the local surgeons have support groups that anyone can attend. Plus, there's this community.
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Anyone missing specific foods?
lkleigh replied to Lady KatieBug's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
PIZZZAAAA!!!!! And diet dr pepper! -
Irrational fear #68 and some random thoughts...lol
lkleigh replied to KeeWee's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Girl, I hear you!!! In the two weeks before surgery, I started really freaking out and having doubts! I didn't want to lose my "thickness" either. It's my identity and it took me many years to own it. I just kept reminding myself of all the reasons that I was having the surgery. I'm only three weeks out, so it remains to be seen what happens. -
A Few Quick Questions About Life After VSG
lkleigh replied to Butterflyhigh's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good questions. I'm curious to see replies. I'm only three weeks out. -
Trouble getting in the 4oz
lkleigh replied to lexinicole2010's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
At two weeks, my doctor said that my stomach would still be swollen and to only eat two ounces. I tried to do three ounces yesterday and that was a mistake. I wouldn't worry about it, listen to your body. -
An anyone recommend an app that will calculate nutrition from a recipe?
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Never mind. Figured it out. ????
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I can't figure out how to see the protein amount though.
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Awesome. Thanks.
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As anybody noticed that they are a lot more sensitive to meds after surgery? I took a melatonin last night to help me sleep. Before surgery, they barely kept me sleeping a few hours. Last night, I slept ten hours!!! Maybe it was just a coincidence...
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32 pounds in the 10 weeks post surgery while my friend lost 50 in 8...
lkleigh replied to KittyChick's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Maybe you should start focusing on your measurements instead of your weight. Sounds like you have probably built up a lot of muscle, which weighs more. -
I'm 6 days post op and doing great. The only problem is that I am constantly thinking about food. Please tell me this gets easier!!
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Just hit the end of week two and it definitely is easier. Today, I cooked a bunch of different things and portioned them into the freezer so that I will have quick heat and eat options. Starting puréed tomorrow. Yay!
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Ughhh Pls Not Another Protein Shake
lkleigh replied to CurvyCakes's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
No one told me that, after surgery, everything tastes sweeter than before. A LOT SWEETER! I have to dilute my protein packets now or I can't tolerate them. I didn't try Unjury shakes before my surgery, but I love the chocolate one now! It tastes just like chocolate milk. Maybe that will help you post surgery. -
My doctor gave me ice chips after my leak test. He said it to gets my intestines working.
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So about this light headed dizzy dance...Yea I'm over it
lkleigh replied to Bridgette Black's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was sleeved 3/22 and feel the same way. Tried to straighten up my room today and had to rest every few minutes. I keep wondering if it's because I'm not getting enough calories or enough water, or both. It's a real struggle right now. -
My doctor required a two week low carb pre op diet. At the time, I considered cheating on it. I figured how would he know? Looking back, I'm glad he required it. It has been mentally hard not having food in my one week post op. I think the pre op diet made it a little easier though.
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That might be another reason not to vacay after. It was so hard seeing and smelling all the food!!! I just stuck with the Gatorade he gave me.
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It's not too bad. You will just get tired easily. I definitely noticed I didn't enjoy it as much as on other trips. It's hard enough to drink enough fluid after surgery without factoring in the heat down there.
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I think once I get to the solid food stage it will be easier. Sometimes it's hard to tell if you're having real hunger or head hunger.
