M.E.Flores

So I did already post this in the pregnancy forum, but it seems to not have too many ppl active, I mean who can blame them, they are all busy mama's So I will try here. I'm about 7 1/2 months post vsg and took 2 home pregnancy tests one on 1/1/16 and again on 1/2/16 and they both came back positive, I'm still in shock, hasn't sank in at all yet!! I really thought it would never happen and especially not this quick, I've been tracking my periods and ovulation for about 6 months and since surgery I've been regular every month with no meds, which had never happened! So when I was late in Dec I just had a feeling, I figure I'm 4 weeks based on my tracking app. I am going to make an appt to confirm with my dr hopefully tomorrow or Tuesday, and of course will get info from her, but I'm the type of person who likes to plan and do tons of research, and this will be my first. My questions are these, I'm down 75 lbs which is great, not to goal, but I know that will come in time, so I was curious what a sample day of meals looks like for you all. From what I read it's not a ton more calories that should be added, I have read 18-24 lbs gain is about normal. I want to stay with healthy Protein, fruits and veggies of course similar to what I have now, I've read about a lot of foods to avoid, just curious for some feedback. I do plan on talking to my nut as well. Any and all feedback is appreciated, Thanks!!

Can't believe I'm actually posting on this thread! I'm about 7 1/2 months post vsg and took 2 home tests one on 1/1/16 and again on 1/2/16 and they both came back positive, I'm still in shock, hasn't sank in at all yet!! I really thought it would never happen and especially not this quick, I've been tracking my periods and ovulation for about 6 months and since surgery I've been regular every month with no meds, which had never happened! So when I was late in Dec I just had a feeling, I figure I'm 4 weeks based on my tracking app. I am going to make an appt to confirm with my dr hopefully tomorrow or Tuesday, and of course will get info from her, but I'm the type of person who likes to plan and do tons of research, and this will be my first. My questions are these, I'm down 75 lbs which is great, not to goal, but I know that will come in time, so I was curious what a sample day of meals looks like for you all. From what I read it's not a ton more calories that should be added, I have read 18-24 lbs gain is about normal. I want to stay with healthy protein, fruits and veggies of course similar to what I have now, I've read about a lot of foods to avoid, just curious for some feedback. I do plan on talking to my nut as well. Any and all feedback is appreciated, Thanks!!

Girl you look amazing! Awesome job! Im currently 4 months post, down 62 lbs so far, just curious if you don't mind me asking, do you have loose skin? I know everyone is different and im amping up exercise, just thought I'd ask. Again you look great!

I took 6 weeks, and was so glad I did. Thankfully I was able and my job was very supportive. Although I don't have a super strenuous job, I didn't anticipate the lack of energy, getting soo tired and not being able to walk long at all without getting tired. So you want to keep that in mind as you won't be taking in a lot of calories.

I got sleeved may 20th also, on soft foods now. Meals are anywhere from 1/2 - 3/4 cup total and snacks no more 1/2 cup or 8 oz protein shake, per my Nut

Mine advised 80-100 grams a day. My Nut is super adamant about me getting enough protein, "The body's architect" she says ????????

My nut advised meals should be no more than 3/4 cup and snacks no more than 1/2 cup, but I can rarely finish that much

I was sleeves on May 20th and I'm 25, you're not alone! ????I was sleeved in the 26th and I'm actually 21! The whole no-alcohol thing seems to be the hardest for me right now because all of my friends are having birthdays and the bar is where we all seem to hang out now!Awesome! I'm so glad to finally find some people on here around my age. Not that everyone here hasn't been super helpful, I just feel like it's such a different experience going through this when we're young. It's a fairly new procedure for weight - loss and we're going to be living with it for a long, long time! I agree the non-alcohol thing is difficult. I pretty much told my friends I'd be going into hibernation for a couple of months since most of our activities have revolved around alcohol. I'm going to make it work though and still find ways to go out and have fun until then. We should definitely all keep in touch since we were sleeved at the same time and will be going through all the stages together. Yeah for sure! Are you on soft foods yet? I start Thursday and can't wait! I lost 12 lbs by day 5 post and haven't lost anything since I'll be 2 weeks post tomorrow, guessing my body is in survivor mode and maybe will start the scale will start moving again when I can get some actual food in ✌????️

I was sleeves on May 20th and I'm 25, you're not alone! ????

Man oh man I feel you! Gas pain is the worst I have gotten it every day since surgery (8 days post op today) and it sux! If I'm laying down or sitting back in a chair, I slowly sit up straight, and either walk if I cannot if someone is nearby rubbing your back upward or lightly patting it (hey it works for baby's) lol and it will subside. Good luck but know we are all in this together ????????

wow that's awesome you're on soft foods, I'm 8 days post and can't do soft until day 15, can't wait! Lol sounds like everything is going well with you, Nice! ????????

Hey all! So I'm a very competitive person and expect myself to always go above and beyond and I'm not beating myself up or anything, just trying to figure out how to shake things up. So I started at 340 pre-op, I lost 12 lbs pre-op (328 day of surgery) and by 5 days post op I was down another 12 lbs which I'm super happy about. (Currently at 316) So I'm at a total weight loss of 24lbs. For 3 days in a row I have Stayed the same weight. I'm following everything like I should, the hardest is getting in enough water and I am going to try and walk more, I just get so tired easy and that frustrates me. I did decide today I'm not going to weigh in every day anymore. How much have you all lost at 8 days post? And how did u overcome stalls. Any input would be greatly appreciated!! ❤️

Hey everyone! So I'm on full liquid stage now and was interested to know what Soups do you guys use. My doc ok'd blending and straining soups, and I know they need to be low fat and low salt, wanted to get some input and what brands or flavors you all have had success with and don't get sick of. Thanks!! ❤️

yeah gas pain is probably the most annoying for me to so far, walking does help that. I'm 3 days post today, glad surgery is done with tho huh!? I'm also just doing sips of water, today was my first full day home, it took me about an hour to drink about 5 oz broth sipping of course. Day by day it all gets a little better

OMG this is soooo true!! Haha I had surgery Wednesday as well ????