Oct. 15, 2012 Sleeve Date

[GeauxForIt 659]

How us it even possible that I GAINED A POUND? I'm so frustrated. I see others losing in the double digits the 1st week and I had only lost 5 lbs, only to weigh this morning and be UP a pound!

How can that even BE given that I'm only on liquids?! :'(

[Susan 2.0 278]

Are you getting in enough Water, calories, & Protein? If not, your body might be in starvation mode & started retaining... ?

[GeauxForIt 659]

Not sure about calories, but I'm doing well with my Water and Protein shakes. It's a struggle but I'm getting 64oz of Water and about 55mg of Protein.< /p>

I'm just so discouraged. :'(

[change4life2012 50]

I've been STARVING all day long and I have one incision that is quite painful. I managed to get all of my fluids & most of my protein' date=' but it's been a challenge mentally.

And never mind that 99% of the damn TV commercials are for FOOD!! >[/quote']

I am going to have to give up TV. It is nothing but greasy, nasty fast food commercials!

[angeliiz80 38]

How us it even possible that I GAINED A POUND? I'm so frustrated. I see others losing in the double digits the 1st week and I had only lost 5 lbs, only to weigh this morning and be UP a pound!

How can that even BE given that I'm only on liquids? ! :'(

Don't be frustrated my doctor told me that in between losing you would gain a little if you are exercising it could be fat turning into muscle which weighs more and that is a good thing :*) I haven't weighed myself yet because the nutritionist told me to weight because I would be 20 lbs heavier leaving the hospital due to Fluid build up.

[angeliiz80 38]

Today is starting out great my 4 year old started Pre K and I walked my 8 year old to the bus stop so I got in a little more than a half hour of exercise. I am doing well with my Protein and Water intake.

[Jackie6 13]

I had my surgery on Monday' date=' October 15th. Are there others who had the same surgery date? I'd like to know how you're doing. I had been doing great, but today was rough...mostly mentally... and I can't figure out the feelings in my gut. How are you doing?

Sleeve date: Oct. 15.Sent from my Samsung Galaxy[/quote']

I had my surgery the same date. I am doing pretty well. I am getting sick of the Protein shakes. All the milk is just so clawing. I walk during the day. My incisions are driving me because they are so itchy!

In the beginning I had A LOT of heartburn. I have acid reflux to begin with and I still take 2 pills a day for it.

I visit my doctor on the 24th for my 1st post op visit. I hope it's all good. I had a bad day yesterday. I was weepy and just couldn't shake it until I asked a friend to take me out and then we went for a walk.

[angeliiz80 38]

I had my surgery the same date. I am doing pretty well. I am getting sick of the Protein shakes. All the milk is just so clawing. I walk during the day. My incisions are driving me because they are so itchy!

In the beginning I had A LOT of heartburn. I have acid reflux to begin with and I still take 2 pills a day for it.

I visit my doctor on the 24th for my 1st post op visit. I hope it's all good. I had a bad day yesterday. I was weepy and just couldn't shake it until I asked a friend to take me out and then we went for a walk.

Sorry you had a bad day. Maybe you can try a different brand or flavor of Protein Shake. In the hospital they used optisource and it was 24 grams per 8 fl oz It from Nestle the strawberry tastes like strawberry nesquick if it's cold and the coffee tastes pretty good to if you like coffee. Normally I drink the pure Protein vanilla or chocolate, but I'm going to mix them up so I don't get sick of it. Great job on your walking that is most important. My incisions are also somewhat itchy guess that means they are healing. I also had acid reflux and take the 2 pills a day the Jello is the only thing that seems to bother me. Good Luck the 24th :*)

[angeliiz80 38]

Had my 1st BM this morning YAY! I was starting to worry.

[Kdedeo 52]

I had my surgery the same date. I am doing pretty well. I am getting sick of the Protein shakes. All the milk is just so clawing. I walk during the day. My incisions are driving me because they are so itchy!

In the beginning I had A LOT of heartburn. I have acid reflux to begin with and I still take 2 pills a day for it.

I visit my doctor on the 24th for my 1st post op visit. I hope it's all good. I had a bad day yesterday. I was weepy and just couldn't shake it until I asked a friend to take me out and then we went for a walk.

I had acid reflux, too. I take chewable Pepcid for it now & that seems to help. I'm also on other meds that I have to crush. I had to be on clear fluids until today. I was making my Protein powder with crystal light. I'm sick of that and so ready for milk & yogurt. Can't wait until next week when I can have pureed food.

Good for you for walking! I broke my big toe two weeks before surgery, so I'm not as mobile as I would like to be. I still take short walks.

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy

[Kdedeo 52]

Had my 1st BM this morning YAY! I was starting to worry.

I understand completely what a relief that is! My first was Friday. Now it's daily. I am talking Miralax to help.

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy

[Kdedeo 52]

How us it even possible that I GAINED A POUND? I'm so frustrated. I see others losing in the double digits the 1st week and I had only lost 5 lbs' date=' only to weigh this morning and be UP a pound!

How can that even BE given that I'm only on liquids?! :'([/quote']

Are you weighing yourself every day? I hope not. I know it's tempting, but our weight naturally fluctuates every day. Daily weight is not a true reflection of your progress.

Remember also to not compare yourself to others. I've only lost 3 pounds since surgery, and I just keep reminding myself that it's my journey, and my body will go at its own pace.

Hang in there!! It will come.

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy

[angeliiz80 38]

I had acid reflux, too. I take chewable Pepcid for it now & that seems to help. I'm also on other meds that I have to crush. I had to be on clear fluids until today. I was making my Protein powder with crystal light. I'm sick of that and so ready for milk & yogurt. Can't wait until next week when I can have pureed food.

Good for you for walking! I broke my big toe two weeks before surgery, so I'm not as mobile as I would like to be. I still take short walks.

Sleeve date: Oct. 15. Sent from my Samsung Galaxy

I am sorry about your broke toe, but glad to hear you are still walking :*)

[GeauxForIt 659]

I've managed pretty well today, but right now I'M SO FREAKING HUNGRY.

I know it's not "real", but that makes it no less miserable. I'd kill or die for just some chicken salad. I need to chew. I need meat.

This is awful. Why, why, WHY did I do this?

[angeliiz80 38]

I've managed pretty well today, but right now I'M SO FREAKING HUNGRY.

I know it's not "real", but that makes it no less miserable. I'd kill or die for just some chicken salad. I need to chew. I need meat.

This is awful. Why, why, WHY did I do this?

I know the feeling I keep wanting chicken. LOL You can do it. How long until you can have pureed chicken?