meganmom

Anyone on here from Tennessee?

Down 120!!!!

HW 308 Sw 289 CW 197 Best decision of my life. Still have more to lose but i am enjoying this new life!!

Thank you!! Thank you!!

4.5 months and so happy!! 91 lbs gone since September 2015. Surgery was in December I have so much more to lose but I feel so much better.

I got sleeved in mid December. I am very happy with my current progress! I am just curious what an average calorie intake at this point is and what you eat for meals. I am just wanting some new ideas. And how much have you lost. Not comparing myself to anyone because I know everyone is different. Stats: HW 308 SW 289 CW 218 10 more lbs until I have lost 100!! This surgery has saved my life!!

Just keep sipping. This was the hardest thing for me was Fluid intake. Just try Water many different ways with lemon or limes or orange slices. Crystal light became my friend. It was until month 2 that I felt normal again. It all been worth but it's been had its ups and downs. Good luck!

Does anyone ever drink energy drinks? Such as red bull or spark or monsters? I am about to go through my busy/crazy time at work where I work about 60 ish hours a week. I have not tried anyone of these since my surgery. I am 3.5 months out.

I agree they are not the best choice that is why I haven't tried anything other than water and coffee. I was just curious as if anyone has tried them. I will try the protein shakes and see if that helps. I have lost 80 lbs so far and I am not going to do anything to hurt my sleeve. Thanks for the advice.

Down 71 lbs!!! This is a size 12 dress!!!

That's great!! So proud of y'all!!

Anyone who has had the surgery want to post there progress? Picture and stats!

Haha yes my husband is 6'6!! Thank you!!

HW 308 SW 289 CW 242 surgery date was 12/12/15!! Feeling so much better!!

How are you feeling?

I had my surgery in December. I have only told a couple of people about my surgery who have all been the most amazing supporters. After my surgery I decided to tell my sister due to being around the holidays with her. Plus she would ask why I wouldn't be eating. (My mother did kind of pressure me into telling her-but at the end of the day it was my choice to tell her) We used to be incredibly close and for the last 6 months we have not. When I told her I made her promise to me she would never say anything to anyone and she promised. She said she was happy for me. When I started my weight loss journey I weighed (this is so hard to say) 308 (September 2015) my highest weight I have ever been. Well this past weekend I an down to (drum roll please) 258. 50 lbs gone!! I was so excited and so happy. I have worked so hard. I have had many struggles since the surgery but have not complained once and would do it all over again. Okay with all of that being said fast forward to last night: The convo with my sister goes through text: Sister: Have you told anyone yet or are you going to? Me: No I am not right now I have told 4 friends but that is all Sister: I just need you to know that if someone asked me, I 'm not going to lie. But of course I will not tell people voluntarily. Is that fair. Me: No I don't think that is fair. When i told you about this you looked into my eyes and promised me you would not say anything. Sister: You can't just lie to people! You had a procedure. You did not achieve weight loss via natural means of working out and choosing to eat a healthy diet on your own. I thought you own up and do the right thing by telling people the truth. I'm not going to lie for you. Its not like anyone is going to ask me anyways. Me and my sister live in the same town and have a lot of mutual friends. I just cried and cried after that. It broke my heart. Does anyone have any advice on how to cope with situations like this?

I am sorry your friend said that to you. Some people just don't understand.

Thank you all for your responses.This is very hard. I have tried sitting down and talking to her. She only hears what she wants to. At one time we were incredibly close but now it is so different. She really has changed so much in the last 6 months. My sister is overweight so maybe jealousy has something to do with it. I don't know. I love her but it just hurts. Thank you all for the advice. I am going to take some time and think about what I say before I do anything.

So this is a little uncomfortable talking about but I need help!!! I have not used the bathroom in 5 days. It is starting to hurt. I have tried and taken Miralax and nothing. What should I do?

I had my surgery on December 12th.

Yes I do!

How can you tell your levels?

He has a two week liquid diet. 5 protein shakes a day. You really aren't hungry during this time or I wasn't. He is wonderful!! I just missed chewing food. Gum helps!!

You look great!!

I am 4 weeks today and every time I drink water it makes me sick. Even if it's small sips. How can I get more water intake? Any suggestions? I have been eating Sonic ice to help. I feel very dehydrated.