SleeveMeAlone214

Hi friends, My surgery was 10/28/16 and I've done really well! Starting weight was 345 and now down to 255.... I recently moved from NY to Florida and the big move has had me stressed. I have been fluctuating between the same 5 pound mark and I need to get past it. I've seen on here some people do a pouch reset? If anyone could tell me how that works and any tips, it'd be much appreciated! -Chris

Hey all, I was sleeved in October of 2016 and I'm thrilled with the results. My starting weight was 345 and I am down to 255... However, for the last month or so, I haven't been eating well. I do my protein shake for breakfast religiously but that's about it. I find myself snacking and whatnot, even though I am only able to eat a small amount. I have a very active job as a server in a restaurant and I am running around all day. So I have still been losing weight. But the weight loss is noticeably slower. I'm terrified that I'm going to gain weight back. And the fact that I am still losing weight after eating so bad is scary too. I feel like I have no consequences for my actions because I am still losing weight. I know I am over thinking. But I spent a year trying to get this surgery and now that I have it I am terrified of losing it. Any tips on getting back on track? Why am I still losing? I'm open to any and all advice/suggestions and I'm hoping I'm not alone with this. -Chris -Chris

So my surgery was 10/28 and I went from 345 to 299 but at my doc appt yesterday and was 305....I'm on purée phase and I'm scared that now that I'm eating more, I'm gaining weight back. My pants feel tighter! It's probably all in my head but I'm terrified... Help! Advice? -Chris

Haha good to know! -Chris

So today was my first day back to work (I am a server/bartender) and about three hours into my shift I felt horrendous... Had my sleeve done 10/28 My diet consists of 2 Protein shakes and a Greek yogurt and sometimes a sugar free snack at night. Today I brought my yogurt to work with me. In the past, I'd keep myself running by taking sips of soda here and there and now that I'm doing only Water I feel like I just worked out to the point I'm going to throw up! I feel dizzy and light headed. Anybody experience this? Anybody have some advice? Thanks! -Chris

I'm still on "full" liquids until this Friday... I'm meeting Protein and liquid goals but maybe it's not enough? It's hard enough to consume what I've been! -Chris

I am in need of some advice.. I am 9 days post op and up until yesterday I haven't wanted to eat anything at all. Now that I'm feeling better and on my full liquid diet, I have had food cravings. I've been making things that I'm allowed on my diet (sf pudding, sf Jello, cream Soups, etc.) but I find myself wanting to compulsively eat. I eat enough to fill me up and then I go back for more once I'm not full anymore. I'm afraid I'm doing something wrong. I am still only consuming roughly 800 calories and I am dedicated to Protein and Fluid goals. But tonight for instance, I got all my protein and fluid during the day and when I'm watching tv I'm going back for extra jello... I don't want to go back to the way I used to eat but I feel like I don't know how to behave any other way. -Chris

Good to know. Thanks for the support guys! -Chris

Hey friends. One week post op and I'm consuming "full liquids" now. I really don't have complaints about hunger, but energy level is a different story. I can eat what I'm supposed to and it's been easier to get things down, but I saw someone write "getting full is bad".... The shakes get me full after 3-4 "sips" but I can't imagine that being bad? Isn't the point of getting half your stomach removed to feel "full" on less? No bitterness here, just curious! Ps. Will the energy level return? I am a server/bartender out of work for another week and if I am trying to work on this energy level, I'm in trouble! -Chris

Long Island, new york Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hang in there darling! I just had my surgery (sleeve) last Friday and my first appointment was back in march....I couldn't believe the time had finally come because march to October seemed like an eternity. Try not to obsess over the surgery date and just push forward. I tried to think of it as, "well I've got the next 6-7 months to be as fat as I want, therefore I can't feel cheated once I finally have my surgery." Try and find the silver lining! It's gonna make the moment when the day comes SOOO much more worth it. Do your appointments and focus on life. Feel all your feelings of how you feel in your skin now for the next 6 months because it will all change after that! Can't say I'm a guru of any sort but optimism (or the attempt of) gets me thru! Good luck! -chris Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey guys... I have been out of surgery 5 days and I notice I've been sweating CONSTANTLY. Even if I'm cold I'm still sweating. If I stand for more than 10 minutes, sweat. Wake up in the middle of the night, drenched. Thoughts? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey all, Just wanted to check in and introduce myself. New here. Just had the sleeve done last Friday 10/28, and I am definitely adjusting. Pain was bearable, but honestly the least of my worries looking back. I left the house for the first time in 4 days yesterday and as soon as I started talking to anyone I felt like I was about to burst into tears. I have wanted this surgery for so long and I definitely do not want to go back but at the same time I feel stripped of my comforts and safety nets. It feels as if I'm 18 years old again, living on my own for the first time. Just opening up to my husband created this big knot in my throat like I was holding back tears. I've always struggled with food addiction since I was a young child. When I was 19 I got clean and sober after using and abusing drugs and alcohol and it's been 4 years since. I guess food has been my go-to now that drugs and alcohol are gone. Anybody on here struggle with addiction and recovery? I know I will prevail, one day at a time, but dealing with my own feelings are pretty rough sometimes. I just want to shove my face in a huge chocolate cake and cry while simultaneously eating Ben and jerrys. From what I see on here, it will all be worth it in the long run. I guess I'm just looking for some experience, strength and hope! -Chris Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks so much guys! I look forward to learning more from you all Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App