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Huntsville TX checking in. Logic wand looks impressive. A WOW moment!

And I’m so glad that I read about embracing the stall. GREAT advice and information. Changed my “stinkin thinkin”!

Frustr8 — yep. SPOT ON. So very glad I read this! Needed it! Changed my “stinkin thinkin”

I just read Inner Surfer Girls post from way times past! Many of us need to copy it and paste it where we can read it. OFTEN! Such great advice! Thanks!

I could use a good 12 step program. “Hello my name is Kathleen, and I am a scale-oholic.” It is pathetic. I’m so obsessed. I have been at a “stall” for almost 3 weeks. It’s almost discouraging. I was so excited to hit the -40 at exactly 3 months. My dr said to expect 30-50, so I was happy! Then... Haven’t lost since. And I am just getting over some horrible bug that lasted for over 2days that caused me to not keep anything down or in. And still no weight loss. Of course it’ll come. It’s just so dern frustrating! I’m smiling though. Still excited about -40 cus I’m thinner than I’ve been in over 33 years!!!

Mine has different names for different times and different audiences. But generally she’s Polly Pouch. My little 2 year old grand daughter calls my stomach “ jiggle tummy”. She loves to push it and watch it jiggle. She then laughs hysterically. She’s so cute. I hate it. But we all laugh. It’s real life.

I am just over 3 months post surgery. Would I do it again??? YES! YES! YES! I’m 65 years old and have been very overweight for 35+ years. I honestly had zero problems after surgery: no pain, no nausea, nada! I’m losing weight more slowly than some in this forum, but exactly what my surgeon said to expect. I’ve lost 40 lbs, 2 dress sizes, and feel great! My only regret is I wish I wouldn’t have been so scared of the surgery and did it sooner. But I thank God every day for giving me this chance to lose weight, get to feeling better, have less pain and more energy and hopefully live a fuller life with my husband, my kids, and my beautiful grandbabies!!!

My new favorite go to thread! Thanks!

To Brenttx— man, you are awesome. I’m almost 3 months out. Had surgery 12/26/18, and I’m excited about being down 40 lbs! A BIG WOW to you! (I’m old enuf to be your mom and have been overweight for 35 years, so I’m going a little slower, but exactly where my dr said I’d be! 🎉)

I’m EXTREMELY impressed! You go girl!!’

To LoveFood. I am with you on the sloooow weight loss, but mine finally kicked in about 7 weeks out. I even made an appointment with my surgeon thinking something HAD to be wrong! I lost lots the first two weeks and then nothing. Even gained 3 lbs. I was depressed and frustrated deluxe. And it really made it worse to read here about someone losing 50 lbs the first month! But, remember this too is a process and there are SO MANY contributing factors to the weight loss. You’ve been given some excellent ideas here to help. But one thing I want to add: follow your drs protocol. One thing I know from reading this forum is that there is a HUGE difference in what drs day to do. Stick with your dr. For example mine believes that drinking protein shakes or protein drinks should be a daily occurrence almost for life. Quick easy way to make sure your protein is up! And there are plenty on the market that are low in calories and low in sugar! Now I absolutely barf up the shakes, but I drink the clear protein water. Sometimes two a day. Just keep on keepin’ on! You’ll be delighted before long. AND remember you are not alone on this journey!

My first thought is what did your dr recommend for this stage. If your only supposed to have 1/4 cup, it’s for a reason. It’s generally for your stomach, aka pouch, to heal. I understand being hungry, and I definitely understand not enduring protein shakes, but do your best to adhere to the recommenced program. It’ll be better for you in the long run! Best of luck!

Happy birthday Steve! And super congratulations! Thanks for being great inspiration. Keep it up!

Read this every day. You all keep me encouraged. Sometimes I must admit I get overwhelmingly jealous, but that’s ok!!! I’m 6 weeks post surgery and at 2 weeks I had lost 20 lbs, then I added purée/soft foods and immediately gained 4.5 lbs. I have truly had major issues with bladder and kidney problems. Just don’t feel good. Therefore my “exercise” program has mainly been running to the bathroom. Ha! But....FINALLY, this past week the weight gained is gone plus a couple more lbs. yeah I wish I could say, “6 weeks and I’ve lost 35 lbs,” but I’m seriously glad for my 23+!!

Some of you successful people, please take a minute or two and help me out. I need like a “schedule” of eating and DRINKING! Dr said sip on something all day long. Well. I need more specifics. How much and how often so I can get the 64 oz in. I’m staying dehydrated with constant UTI. And my PCP thinks I’m headed to kidney stones. I’ve always just considered myself so dern smart, but I’m lost. Help please.

Deargh... 100 lbs in 5 months! Dang. Girl. I am beyond impressed. And admittedly, a little jealous! You keep going girl! You got this!!!

My hats off to the vets!!! I cannot wait to join your ranks. (Of course only being post surgery 4 wks, I’ve got a ways! hahahahaha)

I feel Ike an idiot. I have my fitness pal, but honestly haven’t figured it all out. Any hints.

Lolo -I’m pretty sure it’s the fact I’m not getting enuf protein. Got yo fall in love with shakes again. I just wanna barf! Sad.

One of my dearest friends lost her son involved in this same “game”. Such a tragedy. People need to come out and let others know about this horrible horrible loss, but few are comfortable talking about a suicide - accidental or not. Teenagers don’t always know of the possible consequences. We have to get the word out!

Hey everybody. I’m in need of some advice or at least some other’s thoughts. Steadily lost 1+ pounds a day. Was so excited at my 2 week check up. At that time, dr added puréed foods. I’ve totally stalled since then. Haven’t dropped a single pound! Suddenly I’m having TROUBLE drinking protein shakes. They just do not want to go down. And I know I need it to have enuf protein. Help?!?!?

I have Aetna insurance which required a 90 day pre surgery wright study. My dr had all the necessary info to demonstrate I was a good candidate, they turned I. The pre approval to my insurance on my 90th day and 7 business days later, I had my approval. Surgery was then scheduled about 10 days later, because of Christmas. I think insurances want you to jump through hoops hoping you’ll forget wanting the surgery!!!

I seriously need help I how to use the my fitness pal app. I feel like a dinosaur, but it’s Ike “for real”??? And I’m so intensely jealous of everyone’s energy. Mine is ZERO! Dr assured me with the vitamins I added yesterday it will come quickly. Hope!

To every new sleeved / bari “friend.” Nice to meet you on here. I check in daily! Or should I say nightly. Ha! I go to Dr tomorrow ( Wednesday) for my first post surgery checkup. It will be 2 weeks. I guesstimating I’ll have lost about 13 lbs since surgery. 12 today. Except for zero energy, I’m feeling great. No pain, never any nausea, and so far I’m having no trouble with drinking. Puréed foods suddenly sounds like food for the gods. Yum. Who would have thought.

I will be 65 yo 01/08. I got “sleeved” 12/26. It’s 8 days out and I’m doing great. Lost 11 lbs. I had a few constipation issues, but that’s resolved. Ready for this great energy everyone talks about. Ready to experience this new lease on life God has given me!