Nurse told me I am not losing enough?

[stomlin75 161]

I had surgery on Dec. 7 - just about 4 weeks ago. My total weight loss since the day of surgery is 22 pounds. There is no question that I hit a major stall at 2 1/2 weeks and the scale is barely budging. Things went really fast initially and then halted. I've battlled Constipation, taking Miralax and milk of magnesia and neither is currently working so they gave me a prescription today to "get things moving" (awesome!!). The nurse coordinator, who pretty much runs the bariatric program, told me that I should have lost more weight by now. I honestly don't know what else I can do. I'm walking and just started up at the gym. I'm definitely not eating more than 800 calories per day and I don't touch anything processed, refined sugar or flour AT ALL!!! I eat all high Protein, low carb foods. So, what the hell? I mean, I thought I was doing ok and this was normal to stall out. I feel like I just got punished or something but I am not doing anything wrong. My head is telling me I am a failure but at the same time, I am kind of pissed off at this nurse too. I just am not sure how I should be responding to this within, if that makes sense.

[Boofster 159]

First, you should be applauded for not smacking her very hard. Even though they are in the medical profession, not everything they say is bible. I would find your zen place, take it in stride, and keep doing what you are doing. On what other "diet" or "program" have you lost 22 lbs in less than a month?? You are doing great. Don't lose sight of the big picture just because of one person's comments. You ROCK ON.

[ladiJ 83]

well i had surgery the 5th and have "only" lost 15 lbs. I think if you are doing all the right things, then the body is going to do what it wants, when it wants. All you can do is keep working the guidelines and know it will

come off. Perhaps some kickboxing of the nurse would have been a good workout. *halo*

[SweetnCurvy 112]

I had surgery on Dec. 7 - just about 4 weeks ago. My total weight loss since the day of surgery is 22 pounds. There is no question that I hit a major stall at 2 1/2 weeks and the scale is barely budging. Things went really fast initially and then halted. I've battlled constipation' date=' taking miralax and milk of magnesia and neither is currently working so they gave me a prescription today to "get things moving" (awesome!!). The nurse coordinator, who pretty much runs the bariatric program, told me that I should have lost more weight by now. I honestly don't know what else I can do. I'm walking and just started up at the gym. I'm definitely not eating more than 800 calories per day and I don't touch anything processed, refined sugar or flour AT ALL!!! I eat all high Protein, low carb foods. So, what the hell? I mean, I thought I was doing ok and this was normal to stall out. I feel like I just got punished or something but I am not doing anything wrong. My head is telling me I am a failure but at the same time, I am kind of pissed off at this nurse too. I just am not sure how I should be responding to this within, if that makes sense.[/quote']

Oh wow that nurse is rude. The sleeve is a LIFETIME change. She should not expect u to be dropping major amounts of weight so soon after surgery and plus everyone loses weight differently. This surgery is not a sprint and she has no right to berate u. As long as ur not gaining u r doing great!

[peacequeen 434]

You are doing fine. That nurse is referring to statistics and everyone is different. It's normal to stall out occasionally. Things will move right along, you are probably losing inches. I would recommend you ask for a different nurse or tell her to keep her negative comments to herself that you are following the program as you were told to. You should be really proud of yourself,,you've lost about 5 pounds a week! YOWZA! How can she think you aren't losing enough????...she's a quack.lol

[newkat12 65]

That nurse is crazy! I just had my one month post-op and have lost 22 pounds as well. The dietician and surgeon said I did great. Perfect for someone with my starting weight. Forget about what that wacko said and be proud of yourself!!

[Threetimesacharm 1,400]

Being constipated can definitely have a negative effect on your weight loss. Hopefully your prescription will kick in and get things moving and keep it that way. I bet that you will notice a big difference when it does.

[BlueOctoberGirl 111]

Everyone is different! Forget her...You are doing great!!!

[TheNEWME! 121]

Ditto what everyone is saying!!!! This is your journey... be proud of what you've accomplished so far!!!

[stinker 36]

I had surgery on December 6th and I have lost a total of 20 pounds - I stalled at 2 weeks, too - no weight loss (or weight gain) the whole week I started back on solid food...My husband says it is a marathon, not a sprint! RUDE NURSE!

[lilbearzmom 584]

WTH is wrong with some of the morons who work at these places???? Why the heck would she say something so ridiculously WRONG? I was sleeved 10 days after you (12/17), and I lost 14 lbs the 1st 2 weeks. I was told it was perfect and I was right on track. When I was weighed I was pretty much stalled, but when I switched to the pureed diet, I added some new foods and I seem to be losing again (SO much fluctuation during the day). Seriously, you cannot take that kind of idiotic assessment of your weightloss seriously. I don't care who told you. It's ridiculous. I bet once your Constipation is resolved, the scale will move back down. You're doing fantastic!

-Kendra

Start: 302

SW: 272

Today: 254

[gloriann 43]

Great weight loss hun! Keep up the good work.

[shannon27 13]

I only lost 16 pounds the first month - my doc said I was perfect. Yes, it wasn't as much as others, but a loss is a plus no matter the number. Every person loses differently. Don't be discouraged. Keep your head up. You are doing a great job.

[twinsmama05 166]

My surgeon told me average loss per month for sleevers is 8 pounds. I think your doing fantastic!!

My surg nov 7 and down 40. He is very happy with my work so far. But I also adore him because he would give me sound advice if I was not doing well. That nurse needs another job!!

You are doing great!!!

[stomlin75 161]

Thanks everyone. This nurse is the main coordinator for the entire bariatric program. She pretty much runs the show. Other people from this program have mentioned they felt she was condescending and so they wouldn't go back for follow up visits. I can see why now.

On another note....constipation resolved (whew) and now sipping on a spinach, apricot, berry, and ground flaxseed strained shake. That should keep me on track!! Heading to the gym at lunchtime.