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I was sleeved 7/12/16, and my husband and I just found out this week I'm pregnant. This is #2, but the 1st post-op. Of course, I let my surgeon's office know, and the secretary gave me the recommendations because the Dr and RN were off on Friday. So naturally I turned to Dr. Google, and it's made me a wreck! I've been taking prenatal vitamins since we started trying for #2, supplementing my B12 and calcium. My B12 was already sky-high, and studies I've been reading say that such high doses can increase risks for autism. I also am worried about what my intake should be. Should I be increasing my proteins at all? What should I be aware of with weight gain? Any thoughts or ideas would be super helpful.

@prayingfprweightloss Thank you!! And I should know better than go to the internet, but the temptation for on demand answering is brutal!!

@@volfan I made mini meatloaf cupcakes (I seriously missed having beef!)- same thing!! I said adios, and the dog got a nice treat!! ⛵️♌️

Glad to hear it isn't just me that gets that way!! ⛵️♌️

Hey there! I was just sleeved on 7/12/16 and am from the Central Jersey (Somerset Cty) area. Looking for others in the area, maybe to start a group, or to simply just be supportive and know that locally you have a friend nearby!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm officially 1 month post op!! And while this is awesome, and I've made a lot of changes, I have noticed something huge that is affecting me seriously. I work overnights, 7p-7a, and am having serious trouble with getting enough rest, and making sure I eat enough on my recovery day (usually I work either 2 nights back to back, or 3 back to back and then have a few days off in between, and the day after my last shift is my 'recovery day'). I am really trying to get everything I need to do on that day, but it's next to impossible unless I carry on with a night schedule. Having a toddler and husband who miss me makes the whole stay up all night and sleep all day routine a bit tough. I've contemplated talking to work about what's going on. They know I've been wanting a daytime position for a few months now, and while they're waiting on results of a civil service promotion exam that was given in April, I feel like working nights is starting to burden and burn me out more than pre-op. This is honestly the first time I've really needed to stand up for what I need to be healthy, and I'm not quite sure what to do or how to do it. I can't afford to go part time (insurance) and I'm getting worried that sooner or later, whether due to lack of sleep or lack of self-care, I'm going to have a huge blunder at work (police and 911 dispatcher here) or during my hour long commute home. How did you learn to stand up for what you need to be healthy? ⛵️♌️

@@cogal I'm just about a month out myself as well, and am in the same boat- I'm on soft foods, and in the past week only lost about 2-3 lbs after a great 2 week start. I'm trying not to notice the weight as much as I'm trying to focus on how many inches I've lost already, even just visually. I feel a bit aggravated, with trying to come up with new ideas to eat high Protein meals that are well portioned (I've been trying to use a lot of "muffin pan" recipes) but it just seems everything is very...not what I want haha. But I'm trying to keep up with protein and fluids any way. ⛵️♌️

@@jersey0601 So far not too bad, I've definitely hit my 3 week stall, but I'm glad I'm not solely on liquids any more!! I've been doing a lot of walking, trying to stay somewhat low impact, but I've been using light hand weights to help with upper body. ⛵️♌️

@@LowBMISleever Very well put!!! I've had family question why I had my surgery as well, and no matter what I did, I simply couldn't get the weight off. I have a nearly 2y/o toddler that is always in motion and couldn't keep up with her. Sure, I was in the smaller side compared to many others. But nearly 1 month out, I feel better than I have in many years. As you pointed out, the decision for surgery was up to my surgeon, PCP, and myself. No one else. @@jaysmm I think your post title is really throwing people off. It seems, (or so I've read) many, if not all of us at some point feel a sort of buyer's remorse. We hear that people lose double digits in their first month- which doesn't always hold Water for those with a lower starting weight. Also, most sleeves remove up to 90% of the stomach- based on each person individually and what the surgeon and doctors this is best for that person. It's hard to learn to take our very high expectations and put them in a box, and say goodbye to them. Self-criticism is more defeat when now is the time to get to know and love YOU for who you are. Be kind to yourself. Trust your team for making a committed decision with you. Hang strong, and know you DO have support here!! ⛵️♌️

@@Sophie74656 @@reducer623 hiya!! ⛵️♌️

@@jersey0601 I'm on phase 3 soft foods, which has been a bit tough because there's only so many soft foods out there!! How about you? I'm over in the Manville area ⛵️♌️

Hey all, I'm officially 3 weeks out of surgery today, and started on soft foods last week (day 15). Maybe it's me adjusting to my sleeve, or not taking small enough bites (I count to 30 when I chew!!), but I feel like whenever I swallow, I'm also swallowing air and feel like I need to burp but can't. Is that just my body saying I'm full now? I know it seems silly, but sometimes I'm not tuned to fine alerts like something as subtle lol ⛵️♌️

Sounds like I'll have to nab my tot's silverware!! That would keep me from picking up too much! ⛵️♌️

I struggle with the same thing!! Have you considered something that does make you chew some, like the ricotta cheese bake? I find cheese to be a comfort food, and it's soft enough to eat, so I find it's a perfect snack to grab 1 slice of provolone (which is only an ounce), and I get the satisfaction of feeling like I ate real food lol ⛵️♌️

@@MarieLouise I've found Isopure unflavored to work well with a lot when I cook, but it needs to be dissolved in cold fluids than just dumping it into a hot Soup (it'll clump up and it's super gross ) and it helps me make sure I'm getting enough Protein in everything minus my flavored waters or decaf iced teas ⛵️♌️

@@LowBMISleever I feel you!! I was 16 days on liquid and by today I was so excited only to realize the tuna is just too much lol ⛵️♌️

@@LowBMISleever I don't think you're doing anything wrong! My surgeon and staff told me that at a week-2-3 weeks out, it's not unusual. Especially if all you're having are liquids!! Of course we're going to feel ravenous!! Today was my first day with a soft food- I feel like I at lead and it isn't passing through my tummy fast enough. I've also heard about stomach acid feeling like hunger pain too. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@MarieLouise I was sleeved the same day, and having the same trouble. I'm approved to start very soft, moist foods, and tried tuna today, but it's sitting like lead in my gut I'm over the Protein shakes, I've started making my own with unflavored Isopure. Hopefully I'll be able to start getting more fluids soon, I've been starting to get a dizzy feeling now and again and I really don't want to go to the er for fluids Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi all! I was sleeved on 7/12/16 and so far, things are going okay. My first post-op appt was Tuesday and I'm down 10lbs! Whoo!! I go back to work this Friday night, and I am anxious about having enough stuff with me. I'm a dispatcher, and once we're at the Comm room, we can't leave the premises, which can be a stinker. I'm on the all liquid diet at the moment, and am having a hard time getting all 64oz of fluids in. Does anyone else work the overnight shift, and how do you plan your meals? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@Mcsleevy 1) AWESOME username 2) I'm in the same boat. My doc has me still on the full liquid diet, but tonight I finally broke down and at a bite of a broad noodle and felt less like I was loosing my mind. It's so hard to fight against my brain wanting more and knowing I can't (or shouldn't) yet. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Same here, but I'm still struggling to get my 64oz of Water. I feel like I can eat a horse. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I just picked up Isopure unflavored at GNC- WELL worth the money spent. No worries about getting my Protein now and I can focus on hydration! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@endlessquest that's not a bad idea. Unfortunately my shift is a 12hour 7p-7a shift and it's hard trying to figure out when to eat haha Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@Jesm1029 awesome! I'll send a flow request, I'm lucky_th1rte3n Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@Vegan me I have access to my phone all night, so I'm always reachable!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App