LindsayT

Contact an OB/GYN and search for one that is familiar with pregnancy post WLS. I would think that this would be considered a high risk pregnancy just because of the nature of having WLS. The baby will take what it needs, but that could leave you vulnerable and deficient in essential nutrients. Best of luck with everything.

Contact an OB/GYN and search for one that is familiar with pregnancy post WLS. I would think that this would be considered a high risk pregnancy just because of the nature of having WLS. The baby will take what it needs, but that could leave you vulnerable and deficient in essential nutrients. Best of luck with everything.

There was definitely a moment or 2 where I second guessed my decision, but now that I'm on regular food and healed, absolutely no regrets. Those first few weeks are challenging. And be prepared for the mental aspect of all this. For me, that's been the hardest part; even at 10 weeks out. The cravings, food addiction, and stalls all have taken their turn. Therapy is so helpful for this. I was nervous before surgery more for the unknows and how my life was going to change, but I was not scared. I think that part is pretty individual based on many individual factors.

Please don't be afraid of food. I suggest speaking with your doctor and nutritionist. They may have ideas. I'm sorry this is going on. Another thing, please don't compare yourself to everyone else. It's so important protect your mental health through all this.

I'm struggling so much eating right while on vacation. Tips. So far, I've been able to maintain, but I'm not losing. I'm just over 2 months from rny

I appreciate the kind words. It's definitely a challenge and a lot harder than I thought. But totally worth it!

It's going great. Meeting or exceeding all my goals. I'm down 50lbs since the preop diet, maybe more. We've been on vacation and my scale is all over the place when I use it on the RV floor. I can move it 3 times and it reads 3 different weights, so I need to find a good solid surface to get a more accurate reading. What I am struggling most with is getting exercise in. We walk most days, but I'm still really weak from years of neglect and need to add strength training. Here are my preop and 2 month post op pictures. Hope everyone is doing well!

All my plan said was to introduce slow. I haven't seen my nutritionist yet to get more specific feedback. So, I think I'll pick something and give it a go.

I hit 8 weeks July 1st. So I may try to introduce some more raw vegetables. I have done all kinds of cooked vegetables, fresh fruits, and raw cucumbers and tomatoes with no issues. I miss salads.

That's great! I'm hoping this will be my case as well. I despise that thing.

I usually do leftovers for about 3 days depending on what it is. I usually grow tired of it by day 2 or hubby eats it before I get to it. Though, he's pretty good at leaving me some.

That's great! Keep the momentum going.

Ya, pickles are a big no go. And I'm not overly fond of spicy and I used to love spicy. Artificial sweeteners are hit or miss. I'm still learning what i like.

Variety is nice. A friend of mine gave me a bunch of protein shakes to try before surgery and that helped narrow down what I liked. What I wasn't expecting was my tastes to change so much.

That's great! Shakes can really get old.

Yep! How's the proteins working out?

Maybe it's still air? I know you know, but give it time. My belly does all sorts of weird things too, like protruding in areas on day and fi.d the next. Who knows.

Epic stomach tattoo to cover them?

They usually don't go through old incisions because of scar tissue from the previous cuts.

Stalls suck. I totally get that. But it's a reality of our journey. I've stalled 3 times in 8 weeks and have still managed to lose 50lbs since the start of my pre-op diet. You got this. Trust the process.

How'd it go?

So much this.

In my opinion, losing slower is healthier. I know we should take advantage of the "honeymoon phase" and lose as much as we can, but slow and steady still can win the race, ya know. Happy the reflux has resolved! Non scale victories are just as important as the number on the scale, maybe more so. I also take monthly pictures and measurements, which are helpful when I don't think the scale is moving enough. Seeing the changes is super rewarding.

Weight loss is SO individual. Keep with your program, and you will lose weight. Between my preop diet and 2 months post op (10 weeks total), I've lost 48lbs. And i stall a lot. You got this!

I wear a cpap mask as well. I'm hoping that once I lose some more weight, I won't need it anymore.