Leese_A_New_Life

I'm 3 months post op VSG. The last few weeks my multivitamin was making me very nauseous. My surgeons office recommended the patch. I'm using the Patch MD. I just hope I'm getting enough and absorbing it. I get my blood work done in 2 months so I guess I'll find out! Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app

Since month 2 I stall for 10-14 days, then lose 5 lbs a week then stall another 10-14 days. This cycle has been my new normal. This month I haven't lost anything since 2/2 yet this week I just lost 4 lbs. Even with hitting my water and protein goals, and exercising. I guess this is how my body is adjusting. Everyone is different, the worst we could do is compare our journey to someone else or be hard on ourselves because we didn't lose as much as someone else. Keep up the great work Novemeber sleevers! Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app

Increase water and make sure protein is on target. Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app

Thank you! My highest was 291. I didn't have to do a pre-op diet just 1 day before, liquids. So now I'm around 248. My goal is 165. I'm 5'2 so I'll see where this journey takes me! Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app

Glad your incisions healed up. Great job on your wt loss! I too wish it was a little warmer to do something active outside, soon enough. Good luck with your next goal! I wanted to be 50 lbs down by my Dr visit this Friday but I don't think I'll get there, nonetheless I'm still happy with my progress so far Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app

I am feeling great! I've lost about 42lbs and 30 inches. I haven't had any complications with introducing foods, just a little acid reflux week 3 and 4 but it subsided. I have so much more energy. I try to get myself to the gym 3-4 days a week. I get about 60g of protein and about 48oz of water. I'm not hitting my goals with that. It is something I have struggled with right along. I take each day at a time! How are you feeling since surgery? Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi there! I'm from Garfield NJ. I was sleeved on 11/17/17, I'm just over 3 months post-op Sent from my SM-N950U using BariatricPal mobile app

I went through the same feelings and emotions you are having. I was sleeved on 11/17 the week before Thanksgiving. Here I am 15 days post op and down 21 pounds so far. I can tell you it does get better. Each day gets better. It is an emotional journey but just keep in mind the reasons you did this. I too felt ashamed that I couldn't lose the weight on my own. I felt like a failure. But the past is behind you, don't beat yourself up over it. Instead work on the present and take it day by day. I'm sure in 6 months you will look back and it will all be worth it! Good luck to you on your journey! Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

Baristatic app ! It is awesome. That is what I use to track food, water, protein. And you can set reminders for water, vitamins etc. Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

I've had rumbly hunger pains every day since I was sleeved on 11/17. Usually in the morning. I get my required liquids in and protein. It doesn't last long usually a few minutes. I've been on clear liquids and allowed protein water for 2 weeks. I start pureed food tomorrow, I hope the hunger subsides. Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

I was thinking of starting the gym today or tomorrow. I was sleeved 11/17. I am so fatigued! But I should go and do something! Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

You will do great! I had some incision pain the first few days, which made bending over a little difficult. And no heavy lifting (10 lbs) for 6 weeks. Jersey strong!! Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

Yes I was on full liquids the day before. Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

Good luck to you! I'm already 10 post op! Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

Yes 64 was a struggle! I found warm fluids were easier to get down. I had more broth yesterday and decaf tea. I'm counting down to Friday when I can start pureed! Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

Shipped potatoes sound heavenly! Lol thanks me too Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi November Sleevers! I was sleeved on 11/17, I'm 8 days post op now. I am required to do a 2 week clear liquid diet for phase 1, then phase 2 I do moist and mushy in which I can add in those premier shakes, thicker soups, sweet potatoes, and dairy! I can't wait to get passed the clear liquids. I got up to 64 oz of fluids today, the highest I accumulated since out of surgery. How is everyone doing in their phases? Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm in the same boat as you! Clear liquids for 2 weeks with about 20 gr of protein as my goal (protein water). The second phase, moist and mushy phase is when i have to focus on getting to 60 grams of protein. Seems there are many variations for post op phases and length of time. I'm approaching my second week post op now. Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

I live in Bergen County. Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

I had the nervous per thing going on.. every 20 minutes! So happy for you, that you day is here. You are probably out of surgery by now! Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

I had the nervous per thing going on.. every 20 minutes! So happy for you, that you day is here. You are probably out of surgery by now! Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

Sleeping in my bed last night, was the best feeling, aside from showering! I'm on a clear liquid diet for 2 weeks. My Dr. Takes a super conservative approach. Good luck with going back to work. Once you start adding protein I'm sure your energy levels will increase. Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

Yes it was torture! My incisions are hurting now that I'm not on pain meds. Glad to hear your went smoothly! Sent from my SM-G920T using BariatricPal mobile app

Reporting back...I was sleeved on Friday ,11/17- spent 2 nights in the hospital (dr. protocol). Once I got to my room (around 12noon) I wasn't allowed to have any liquid (again dr. protocol). I was a miserable mess. Hungry and terrible air/gas pain that settled in my upper left shoulder/back. Once I started walking the pain subsided. Day 1, Saturday post op I was allowed to start my liquids. I increased my walking and almost all of the gas pain subsided. Here I am day 2 post op, Sunday) I am feeling great. I am home resting, drinkings fluids and getting up to walk around the house. I do have slight pain around the incision sites. Bending over is a no no,and getting up from a chair hurts too. I hope everyone in the coming week and rest of November has a smooth surgery and recovery!

That was mu time also! I had mine on Friday, I'm home resting now. Hope you have a smooth surgery and recovery!