Displaced Va Girl

Well, to be honest, there isn't a rule I haven't broken bc the surgery was done on my stomach not my brain. That being said, I'm REALLY trying to control my mistakes. I'm not perfect and I don't beat myself up anymore. I just improve my habits daily. Yesterday I ate Weight watchers Protein chicken Pasta for Breakfast an Asian salad w/chicken for lunch Fig newton and a Krispy Kreme donut for snack (please don't judge me. I had a weak moment and I know it). Piece of pita bread with caramelized onions for dinner I don't drink enough Water (I'm working on that) but I drink 2 cups of coffee a day.

I feel I like a failure bc I'm back to eating my carbs and sugars. I don't know how to stop but today is a new day and I'll do my best. I need advice. How does one go back to the good ol'days?

Does anyone have bcbsnc? I feel like this is the hardest insurance to have bc the 6 month wait is hard and I've done nothing but gain weight. My bmi is borderline and I'm nervous. Any advice would be helpful.

I was in the hospital for 2 days. I don't take pain well therefore it hurt for about 2 weeks. Physical and emotional pain bc I began to get scared I was going to fail again. It wasn't easy for me but it seems I'm the exception. Good luck, I'm sure you'll be fine.

I'm 4 months out and I get hungry, make bad decisions, and need to get myself back on track. I'm human so I'm not going to punish myself so please no judgement or criticism. I just need to get a good cookbook or good recipe ideas. Can you help?

You guys are awesome! Life savers actually. Thanks

I am 14 weeks out and have lost 37lbs. Premier Protien shakes from Sams Club have been a blessing !!! I am having a hard time keeping a good diet bc I get hungry and don't have time to eat 5 times a day. I only lose weight if I walk and I rarely find the time. I won't give up! Good luck!!!

Lactaid fat free milk with 1tsp instant coffee is my lifesaver! My dietian said it won't kill me if I had one a day but not tell the surgeon.

You are not alone! I'm 10 days out and can eat not just a burger but the cow if they let me. I am sick of drinking protein shakes and I'm not sure how I'm going to survive the next week. IM HUNGRY!

Please forgive yourself for being human. I'm only 10 days out and had a really hard day yesterday. I cheated and ate a lot: half banana, avacado with lime, puréed chicken enchilada Soup (no purées yet) , inside of a date and 3 small bites of pizza. I can't blame myself, I was hungry but today I'm back on track. Life happens and we are normal. Just remember to get back up. Good luck

Awesome feeling! Congrats

I was sleeved Aug. 28, 2014 and I am sick of shakes, broths, Water, and pain. I'm hungry and want some real food. I know it's only been 10 days but I have licked on a spoon of Greek yogurt and I sneaked an elbow macaroni, chewed it very well and swallowed. Damn it felt good. I won't do it again bc I've come to far to screw up now but I needed to have my moment. Hang in there, you are not alone.

I got my revision band to sleeve on Aug. 28,2014 and I've experienced so much pain. I was able to pass gas without any problems and drink water smoothly but my head is throbbing (lack of coffee) . Do you know if we can drink coffee?

Good luck to everyone!!! I'm so proud to be a part of a brave group of people. My surgery is August 28 and I'm nervous too but my friend looked at me and said "don't be scared, you are doing the surgery that we all want. You're the lucky one". Best of health to you all

I'm not a pro but isn't that the natural healing of your body? Have you ever felt a paper cut and it starts to feel cold during the heLing process? Ask a doctor bc I'm just guessing...lol

You are awesome and no matter what you go through today will not be as hard as going up a size...hahaha...good luck and keep posting, we are here for you!!!

I don't think it's that simple or at least that's what my doctor told me. Are you feeling unusual pain? Give us more of a reason why you are inquiring. Did you eat something you weren't supposed to? Keep us updated.

I have a lap band that has not worked and now my insurance co denied my request for converting to sleeve. I'll keep you posted.

I've been denied by BCBS of NC and I sent an appeal letter on the 23rd of June. Not sure if I should get my hopes up or is it over for me?

In excited for you! Yay! Good luck and don't worry, you will do fabulously!

Omg I'm in the same boat! How did this happen to me? I'm mad at myself but at the same time I don't know how I could of stopped it. I'm so uncomfortable in ANYTHING I wear, my size 18 is getting to tight and I feel so alone and humiliated. My husband is gorgeous and I know people are wondering why he hasn't left. All my friends are tiny and I hate taking photos. I'm lucky bc I've always loved myself and I'm a bit selfish. If I could only get through jumping hoops for my insurance co. and get the sleeve so I can take care of myself the way I should have. I deserve. Second chance and so do you. We WILL get through this, I promise!

Sorry, I meant 23rd of July not June.

Has anyone starting doing Pilates or yoga after surgery and if so, how is your weight loss journey? I want details...lol

Your surgery date was June of this year. You are able to do Pilates so soon?

Awwww....you are awesome! Good luck, I'm sure you will be fine.