TimeToFeelFit

Some people thrive off of support. Some find their way best on their own. I am in the latter group. Only my husband knows and he is the only one who will ever know. It’s no ones business as far as I’m concerned. You do what is best for you! If you lose weight quickly and questions start, say “Thanks! I’m working hard at it”. And you know what? You will be telling the truth! You got this girl! Do it your way. However it works best for you is the “right” way.

I am two months out from my surgery date and I can eat WAY more than two bites! I’ve noticed many people post about eating half an egg and things like that. That is definitely not me. That said, I am not eating as much as I was, so I am definitely losing weight. Try to concentrate on your improvements. Our bodies are all different and we won’t react the same to the surgery.

I am 5’2”. I weighed 212 pounds at my pre-op weigh in early February. My surgery was in February 10th. On March 30th I was weighed at my doctors office; 165lbs.

I definitely have this too. I wondered if it had anything to do with Ketosis as well as my breath has a ketosis funk to it. I can't brush it off but boy do I try!

My surgery is this coming Wednesday, February 10th. SO HUNGRY on my liquid diet!!!

Well, I did it. Instead of waiting for approval from Aetna, which I heard can take four to six months, I thought I would just do it now and see if I could get a jump start on my weight loss during Covid times. I booked today with Blossom Bariatrics for the end of February. I can't believe I am doing this! I have researched and researched but I just don't want to wait. Let's get this DONE!!!

Can we have protein soups in the first two weeks if we strain them? I tried a few from a bariatric liquid diet and I like them WAY more than shakes. https://www.nashuanutrition.com/collections/high-protein-soup/products/healthsmart-soup-chicken-bouillon-7-box

I'm having the gastric sleeve. I am so hopeful and excited!

My pre-op appointments start on February 26th and my surgery date is March 1st. I can't wait!!!

This is so very helpful. THANK YOU! I am grateful you took the time to respond.

Hello all. I am brand new to the site and looking for insight and advice. I have been researching various surgeries for a couple of years now. I am 5'2" tall and about 193 lbs (36.5 BMI). I have yo-yo dieted my entire adult life but have found that since turning 45 it just doesn't come off as easily anymore. Now that I am 48, I can go on any diet you can imagine, stick to it perfectly and lose 6 pounds in a month. If I stop the very aggressive diet, everything comes back and them some. I have somewhat settled on the gastric sleeve at this point although I am very interested to hear what my surgeon recommends. One of my biggest concerns is living long-term with the sleeve. Does my stomach really only hold 4 ounces for the rest of my life? Will I never be able to eat and drink together at a meal again? I just imagine things like my daughters wedding and not being able to toast the bride and eat the dinner! Is this a life of eating for sustenance only? When I travel to foreign countries in my retirement, will I not be able to eat the cuisine? Is this 4 ounces in my stomach forever? I know many people may think if I am asking this question I am not ready to commit to the surgery. I may or may not be, but I want to be sure of the life I will be living in the future if I do this. Any advice?

Yes I am! That is exactly what I am hoping for. Thank you so much for this great insight. I am grateful for your response.

Wow! Thank you all!!! I am so grateful for all of your responses. I feel like I have a better idea of what to expect. I know this will be a lifestyle change and know I feel better prepared for what that will look like long term.