Elahnen

You look absolutely amazing! I can’t believe those are 4month results!!!! Your killin it lady!

I’m not sure it gets much better, but rather you get used to it. I am 5months post op. The food doesn’t feel stuck any more, but the few bites is still a thing. I can usually get 6 bites in but I take large bites and eat fast which is not good so maybe if you continue with small bites and eat slow you will continue to gain bites! They call it restriction and basically it means your sleeve is doing it’s job, but it is hard to get used to! Sounds like you are on the right track… your weight loss stalls are very normal at this stage!

I do! I a little on occasion after my Protein if I have room. It sits a little heavy, but no real issues. I am 5 months post op. 

I think people notice, but are quicker to comment on the negatives then the positives unfortunately! If they don’t notice my weight loss yet at 60lbs I like to think they notice my confidence gain lol.

I have not, but was told by my surgeon that if I do get sick to stay hydrated. He said dehydration will sneak up super quick. Also vomiting could cause esophagus and stomach issues. Apparently we no longer make stomach acid?! Good luck and stay healthy!

You so welcome! Hope it helps! I very much dislike weights, but found this routine manageable. The nice thing I learned is once you get the reps down and they seam to easy you can still do the routine just increase the reps and weights sizes. It feels like your head spins trying to figure out what works best for you!

I’m so glad you posted this question! I could use some help myself! Here are a couple exercises I was given by a trainer. They are 3x per week. 20 x 3 reps. I started with 5lb weights and moved up to 8. I had to you tube a few of them. They are lower impact but super effective.

Scrambled eggs thinned with milk and mixed with ricotta cheese or any cheese, ricotta bake, egg salad. Lots of ideas on the Pinterest app!

Great job! Your such a inspiration! I need to find that motivation. I am all about being active and love anything cardio, but weights, even the 5lb ones are dreadful lol!

Peanut butter protein yogurt. I am not a fan of yogurt, but every so often I buy it. I found a vanilla keto yogurt. It’s the consistency you of the Greek yogurts. I decided to try mixing it with peanut butter protein powder! It’s sooo good and helps with protein intake. It tastes like a dessert!

@ms.sss thank you soo much!

Post op 4 months surgery June 8 Height 5’4 Pre Op highest 235 Day of surgery 220 Today 181.6 Total lost 53.4

How did you do??

Mine was June 8. I’m down 55lbs and from XL to medium. I have a gain though….in the confidence department :) Blood pressure is better then good and no more meds! Congrats to you all and anyone struggling you will get there!

@kriss77 they are called stuffed mushrooms. They are so good if you like mushrooms :)

I think most of us feel the same way you do! I was super scared of throwing up and feeling sick and I have not and I’m 4 months post op. Your fears are very normal! At the age of 19 you have sooo much ahead of you and you are saving your life now so you don’t have to fight for it later. Most ppl say their only regret is not doing it sooner so that is one regret you won’t have! Positive thoughts and enjoy your new adventure bc it will be amazing!

Awesome job!!

My go to meal! Just before pics bc there is never anything left after! 3 big ones like this are sometimes even too much. Posting ingredient pic incase a one wants to try them, of course you can choose to use a healthier variety of cheeses. Super simple and quick to make.

This is awesome! Thanks for sharing. I use the sugar free Torani pumpkin spice in vanilla shakes and it’s so good!

Good luck on this amazing journey! Your kids will one day appreciate that you make the choice to save your own life! It’s all worth it!

You have started an amazing life changing journey, no matter how hard the pre op diet is just remember that it’s all so worth it! I’m 3 months post op and down 55lbs….the only gain I had was in confidence ;) Good luck!

Good luck! I was also alone, but the time went very quickly. The nurses were in and out. I had to walk a lot so visiting wasn’t going to be an option anyways. It can be overwhelming learning your new lifestyle right out of surgery so you will be busy trying to take everything in. It’s definitely worth it!

Hi I’m from NY, but no where near you lol. I’m out near Buffalo. I am almost 3 months post op from the sleeve. Best decision ever! I go out to eat on occasion. I usually just check the menu before I go and then order whatever I feel is safest. I sometimes just order and appetizer. You really can’t fit much. For example I often order a salad with chicken on it but ask for a dinner salad instead of the big salads bc you can literally only fit about 6 bites. I have so much more confidence and in general just feel so good! Hope you have an amazing experience!

You know what’s even better then losing weight? The amazing amount of confidence you gain after! In no time negative comments won’t even phase you. I think we can all lose weight but doing it in a fealty way and keeping it off this time is what will make all the difference of having the surgery vs diets etc. good luck to you!

Oh it’s coming lol!