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I'm 6 weeks out. I have lost 23lbs. I have only lost 7 in the last 4 weeks. I'm doing what I'm supposed to do. I'm following what the doctor and dietician have told me to do. I'm afraid. I did something major to my body and the weight is holding tight. I'm upset and feel like a failure. I don't know what to do.
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Thanks everyone, I'm just down. Working hard and nothing is happening. Of course, my old comfort food is unavailable. I appreciate your support.
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August Sleevers-How are you doing??
Cloebird replied to Ash_Bri85's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Ugh...I'm in a stall. -
August Sleevers-How are you doing??
Cloebird replied to Ash_Bri85's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
She told me it will put air in my stomach. No drinking out of a straw either for the same reason. -
August Sleevers-How are you doing??
Cloebird replied to Ash_Bri85's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I know it's so hard, but 25 lbs in a month is great. I'm sure you've never done that before. Everyone is different, try looking at the percentage of excess weight you lost. -
August Sleevers-How are you doing??
Cloebird replied to Ash_Bri85's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
My doc said absolutely no gum. I use the breath strips, they're a tiny package that can fit in my pocket. -
Hi, can you please share what our self pay cost was? I'm trying to weigh all my options. I'm willing to travel if the price and service is right. Thank you!
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August Sleevers-How are you doing??
Cloebird replied to Ash_Bri85's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm guessing the overeating feeling is similar to what I have if I drink too fast. It hurts in my esophagus and I knew right away. -
Feeling sad after surgery...
Cloebird replied to Mytimenow17's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm sorry. Are you tracking your food? Take it to your doc and/or your nutritionist and see what they have to say. Big hugs! -
August Sleevers-How are you doing??
Cloebird replied to Ash_Bri85's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Pureed favorite was refried beans and cheese topped with salsa and sour cream. It was heaven. I did tuna, roast beef hash, scrambled or mashed up hard boiled egg, thinned cream of wheat, cottage cheese with pear. I stuck to 2TBSP. -
7 days post op... concern
Cloebird replied to anewme17's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That is about right. Can you feel it if you have too large of a sip or sips too close together? -
Feeling sad after surgery...
Cloebird replied to Mytimenow17's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I haven't read the comments, but I am sure many will be the same as mine. I felt the same way! Crying, regret...pain. I promise it will get better. The first 10 days were really hard for me. It passed. I'm only 23 days out and feel a lot better emotionally. I still can't drive around town and pass a restaurant without missing it, so I don't drive around! It just makes me feel bad. Think of all the reasons you did this. Think of all the positive change coming your way. And doing it alone....wow! Find a support group, that will help too. -
Sleeping on your side?
Cloebird replied to Mytimenow17's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was about two weeks out before I could sleep on my side. I had to prop my head/uperbody up and a pillow under my knees to be able to sleep on my back. -
How much can you eat in puréed stage?
Cloebird replied to lessoflilo's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I stuck to 2TBSP. -
I'm guessing you are a week or two out. I had lots of hiccups. They'll pass.
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How many premier protein shakes should I get
Cloebird replied to Drea8989's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You will need them post op too. I'm two weeks out and am required to have two a day. Get a few cases. -
I need ideas for puréed foods
Cloebird replied to graziellabs's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I start pureed tomorrow. I'm planning on refried beans. I have a ricotta bake on my list, roast beef hast (I don't know about that, but it was recommended), tuna, black beans, chicken. I'd love some ideas too. -
I was wondering the same thing. Popcorn is my thing and I hope someday to have it again!
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Burping, Farting and the Gas Used In Laproscopic Surgery... Oh my!
Cloebird replied to Véronique's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Mine lasted a week or so. -
My surgery was 4 days ago. Overall I feel pretty good but I can't stand up straight I'm all hunched over. Did this happen to anybody? Does anybody know what this could be? Suggestions?
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No Seminar - Vitamins - Ocean/Swim - 9 days post: HELP
Cloebird replied to AlabamaSleeve's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
By the way, several locations have the seminar online. University of Utah I believe was the last one I watched -
What was the biggest surprise for you at or after surgery? What do you wish you had known?
Cloebird replied to sunmeadow's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thank you for this thread! Huge range of normal, I'm not so afraid now. Tuesday is my day! -
Thanks for the tips. I'm on day 2 of 11 all liquid. Just coming off of what my doctor called the "liver shrinking"...that was much easier.
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I'm glad you have your boyfriend and friends to keep you strong! It's hard!
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Surgery completed 8/1/17
Cloebird replied to dee1967's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm glad things went well for you.