week 2 Week 2 - Weight Gain - How do I not focus on the #?

[GreenEyedFireCracker 21]

Hello - I was sleeved on 9/10 and so far my recovery has been right on par. Everything I expected to happen, happened (THANK GOD FOR THIS WEBSITE!!) and every day I saw drastic improvements in how much Protein I was able to get in, fluids, etc. Small victories, but exciting nonetheless. In addition to quitting medicine for Diabetes Type II and Hypertension (yea, kicked them in the a**)... I've quit smoking and quit caffeine (I am also a recovering drug/alcohol addict with almost 3 years sober). So, I have a LOT to be grateful for and proud of. But, I have a lot of fear and anxiety that "it wont happen." Anyone else have this post-op? I even gained 3 lbs when I switched from Clear liquids to full liquids. I'm still getting less than 600 calories a day, 70+ grams of Protein and as much Water as I can. Is this normal? How can I not focus on the # glaring back at me from the scale?

Thanks!

[Arts137 1,811]

You are healing from major surgery, and during your hospital they added a LOT of fluids (remember the IV?). I did not lose for the first 2 and 1/2 weeks, but have slowly dropped after that. It'll all work out all right, just stay on your program!

[BellaItaliana 57]

I hit a ten day stall and gained two pounds as soon as I started full liquids. But then it started coming back off again. You have to try to look at the long term instead of the day to day weigh-ins.

[Cocopuff88 61]

I was sleeved the same day! One week in I was up 2 pounds and I told the scale "well, **** you then!" I waited a couple days to get back on. It has since come back off plus a pound. Probably out of fear. I've always lost weight like that so I guess I have to expect that now as well.

[Catherine707 253]

I think what you are seeing is very normal in the early stages. I hit a 2 week stall at week 3 / 4 while my body healed from the surgery and I was figuring out how to get the Protein, Water and calories in. Hang in there, follow your doctor's instructions and everything will work out in the end!

[GreenEyedFireCracker 21]

Thanks for all the great feedback! I know I am worrying over nothing. I am seeing that some people only weigh weekly, and I might try that too.

[nettenette 1 14]

Hello I think you should focus on the facts, which is how your clothes are fit and exercise for the good feeling after. I believe you will be fine. You are moving forward. Be bless:)

[BrownDoesAll 409]

Yes.. a weekly weight is a great idea. Don't panic if you don't see movement. At some point you will hit a stall. Just stick to the plan, stay hydrated and you'll do great. Keep us posted.