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I too gained. What a shocker it was. I had to go to my Drs appt 3 days after surgery. Albeit slow, I was down 8 lbs. I know it's not much but it was just the beginning. It will happen! Good luck Kia

I was 5 weeks out and got carried away, even though my indulgence was allowable proteins, I still went too far and paid the price. I remind myself how horrible that felt and have reeled in the temptation. Perfect? By no means, I do carry that water with me at all times and take a good, slow swig when I feel the urge coming on, I have also stashed protein drinks in my truck, purse, office and even friend's offices, just in case. It's helping, you just have to find what works for you. Good luck!

I too hit that stall, that's how I found myself at this amazing site. There truly are many here with encouraging words of wisdom! I too have embraced my stalls. Yes, more than one. But I know I've put my body through a lot and have to be patient with her ????

I, along with others, am finally eating salad! I waited until I was at my 8 week mark, had it yesterday along with steamed tuna. Though I can still only manage to get down a few tablespoons at each meal, it was amazingly satisfying and worth the wait. You will be at this point soon enough!

That's exactly the reason I finally gave myself this gift, sleeved on 6/7! Has not been an easy journey I had my doubts, I have my moments but I know this is the best decision I could have ever made and the best thing I have ever done for myself. Finally, for myself. Good luck to all of you as you start your own journeys

So sorry your surgeon feels the need to add extra stress to an already stressful situation! Hang in there and just keep doing what you know to be the right things.

Oh you went the day before me. Doing pretty good. Cheated for first time had some ice cream and trust me I have been hard core all the way through. Dumb idea sick as a dog. Via the bottom end of business. Walking 3-4 miles a day. Feeling good. Weight is coming off 2 lbs a week. How about you? Are you feeling strong? Hope all is well. Michele Sent from my LGLS990 using the BariatricPal App Hey there Michele, doing pretty good, and my first adverse reaction came from adding too much mayo to my tuna! I lost crazy fast for first couple of weeks, now it's down to about 2-3 lbs per week, but at least it's not going up!! Yes, fairly strong, I have my moments but trying to keep the bigger picture in mind. Oh, total of 48 lbs as of yesterday. Although I'm not supposed to be weighing myself Desire'

Have not seen at Ventura County Sam's or Costco yet. Visited both last week, hopefully soon

I too chose to keep it to only my kids, sister and 2 of my closest friends. I just knew if I had people telling me what I should or shouldn't eat, I'd punch them! I have told a handful since, but start out by saying I choose not to tell everyone because I really don't want it to be the maim point of conversation. So they know better than to bring it up when I now see them.

5 no drain, one on my inner left, I was told, was to prevent hernia. It's the only one that really bugged

My saving grace was a savory beef broth, it almost tasted like a prime rib! It got me through til I could have something a bit more substantial. Hang in there

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I took 6 days off and had assistance setting up for classes. If something had to be moved and no one was around to help, I just leaned against it til it was in the correct location. Going back to work was a bit uncomfortable. To help Stay on course, I carried Water with me at all times and just walked a bit slower Sent from my LG-H740 using the BariatricPal App

Sleeved 6/7 and would love to meet locals who'd just like to be more active and supportive on our new journey. Sent from my LG-H740 using the BariatricPal App

Southern Cali here and just joined the forum, sleeved 6/7. Hope everything is going better for you Becca Sent from my LG-H740 using the BariatricPal App

So glad I found this forum! After having called the support liaison and getting words of encouragement, it still just wasn't enough. Started reading in this forum and felt there would be more of a connection from others who've actually been through it. Gained the typical hospital fluid weight of about 5 lbs, then lost about 40 lbs in just over 2.5 weeks. Now I've been on a holding pattern for over a week. Can anyone who's already finally passed the early stage stall period give us an update? Sent from my LG-H740 using the BariatricPal App

Yes, now that I've heard from those of you that have experienced this, I feel like I can handle it much better! Sent from my LG-H740 using the BariatricPal App

Thank you to each of you for taking the time to let me know I am not alone in this journey and that patience and determination are key. You have no idea how you have helped. Looking forward to the rest of my journey but now I have more hope with each day Sent from my LG-H740 using the BariatricPal App

I know, that's what she said too. However... I'm def going to try and want to hear about other's getting past it Sent from my LG-H740 using the BariatricPal App