April 2013 Post-Op Group

[nursemissy 42]

I feel like crap. I am tired with nausea and no energy.

On the plus side i have lost 24 inches all over since surgery.

HW 255# surgerversary 04/29/13 cw 211#

[jaye1464 70]

I am about to throw my scale away!!! I feel like all this work and the surgery is for nothing. 40lbs is what I have always been able to lose with every yo yo diet. I work out' date=' I hardly eat, I increased my Protein, drink lots of Water, & take all my Vitamins and still haven't lost anything!!! I am so discouraged!! I thought this surgery was supposed to help me lose 100lbs. Then why have I been stuck at 40 for the last 3 weeks? I feel like I just look away my love of food for nothing![/quote']

Candi, don't get discouraged. I only weigh at the gym and when I go to the doctors office. Have you talked to your nutritionist? I don't know when you had your surgery, but give it some time, continue to eat right and don't push it. The best way is slowly, but consistently, according to my nutritionist. Keep us posted and stay on here to see others experiences, from what I've found, you're not alone, and you will not be sorry in the end.

[pebulz 135]

Woohoo I am down 51lbs !!!! Next goal is 13lbs away....under 300 hope it gets here soon ...I know the weight is coming off just ready to actually see the difference or drop a size in clothes!

HW 363lbs SD 4/16/13 CW 312lbs

[ajustice 484]

Well today makes my 2 month mark and I have such great thoughts of hope concerning where I've came from and where I plan on going. The scales finally moved a bit to where lost 2lb more bringing my total to 35lb since surgery. My hair is starting to come out. I didn't expect it this soon but I knew it would be a possibility and I'm ok with that. I had luxurious fat nourished hair before that's gotten quiet dry since surgery. I'm happy regardless..if it gets too bad I guess it's time for extensions or a wrap of some kind. I don't regret what path I chose cause I feel so much better now that I did a few months ago. Here's hoping the best is yet to come.

[cristiblu 5]

I've been up and walking around! If I get some more fluids in today then they'll take out the iv. My pain is very controlled and really just feels like muscular aches. The surgeon says I'm a model patient' date=' and can't wait to see all of my exciting changes!

HW 296 - SW 266[/quote']

Walking is great/) congrats on your new journey/)

[MrsLulu 69]

Having weird cravings for the last couple of days. Can't sleep at all lately, and just craving pickles. I have gotten between 65-85 grams of Protein every day, and drinking all kinds of things throughout the day. I have finally found Protein Bars that I like, and that is really helping me. I am even hitting above 600 cals which I wasn't for a long time. My hair is falling out Sooo bad! It is scary. I even have Biotin, but still happening. Hope it doesn't get worse.

NSV- because of the way I am cooking everyone in my family is losing weight. My little girl has a much stronger sense of eating to fuel your body and not just eat. She was chunky, but has lost 12 lbs now. So proud of her.

[Dorian 683]

Woohoo I am down 51lbs !!!! Next goal is 13lbs away....under 300 hope it gets here soon ...I know the weight is coming off just ready to actually see the difference or drop a size in clothes!

HW 363lbs SD 4/16/13 CW 312lbs

Awe. Congrats to you! Youll be there before you know it!

[Dorian 683]

Having weird cravings for the last couple of days. Can't sleep at all lately' date=' and just craving pickles. I have gotten between 65-85 grams of Protein every day, and drinking all kinds of things throughout the day. I have finally found protein bars that I like, and that is really helping me. I am even hitting above 600 cals which I wasn't for a long time. My hair is falling out Sooo bad! It is scary. I even have Biotin, but still happening. Hope it doesn't get worse.

NSV- because of the way I am cooking everyone in my family is losing weight. My little girl has a much stronger sense of eating to fuel your body and not just eat. She was chunky, but has lost 12 lbs now. So proud of her.[/quote']

Are you taking your Vitamins? Craving pickles can be a sign of Vitamin deficiency and low potassium. I had the same situation right after surgery. My family is also eatinv so much healthier. My 18 year old who is the only thin one in the family said it was great not having Cookies and chips in thd house, and having so many fruits and vegetables. She feels healthier and has more energy.

[Dorian 683]

Been a busy few days here. Taking care of my son who is feeling better now, and helping sister in law and niece who have moved in for a few months. We now have a very full house with 7 adults and 4 dogs. There weather was beautiful yesterday so I washed and hung 8 loads of laundry( we were behind cuz dryed broke)and mowed the lawn. I had to sit down and rest about 5 times before lawn was done, but it felt good to get some exercise. I am still at a stall; at 267 for over a week. Even though it is "normal", it gets old. Thought id be so much farther now, but I did lose 40 pre op so that counts. Was hoping for at least 80 in 6 months. Better get going!

[deaddemmama 474]

Been a busy few days here. Taking care of my son who is feeling better now, and helping sister in law and niece who have moved in for a few months. We now have a very full house with 7 adults and 4 dogs. There weather was beautiful yesterday so I washed and hung 8 loads of laundry( we were behind cuz dryed broke)and mowed the lawn. I had to sit down and rest about 5 times before lawn was done, but it felt good to get some exercise. I am still at a stall; at 267 for over a week. Even though it is "normal", it gets old. Thought id be so much farther now, but I did lose 40 pre op so that counts. Was hoping for at least 80 in 6 months. Better get going!

Good to hear you and your son are doing better!

[ajustice 484]

Been a busy few days here. Taking care of my son who is feeling better now' date=' and helping sister in law and niece who have moved in for a few months. We now have a very full house with 7 adults and 4 dogs. There weather was beautiful yesterday so I washed and hung 8 loads of laundry( we were behind cuz dryed broke)and mowed the lawn. I had to sit down and rest about 5 times before lawn was done, but it felt good to get some exercise. I am still at a stall; at 267 for over a week. Even though it is "normal", it gets old. Thought id be so much farther now, but I did lose 40 pre op so that counts. Was hoping for at least 80 in 6 months. Better get going![/quote']

U amaze me Dori! I think I'd lose my mind with 7 adults & 4 dogs!! Glad your son is getting better & stronger. Don't give up we still have like 4 months left before the 6 mo mark so it's still possible

[pebulz 135]

Been a busy few days here. Taking care of my son who is feeling better now' date=' and helping sister in law and niece who have moved in for a few months. We now have a very full house with 7 adults and 4 dogs. There weather was beautiful yesterday so I washed and hung 8 loads of laundry( we were behind cuz dryed broke)and mowed the lawn. I had to sit down and rest about 5 times before lawn was done, but it felt good to get some exercise. I am still at a stall; at 267 for over a week. Even though it is "normal", it gets old. Thought id be so much farther now, but I did lose 40 pre op so that counts. Was hoping for at least 80 in 6 months. Better get going![/quote']

Glad to hear he is feeling better. You seem to have a lot more patience then most or at least me haha 7 adults and 4 dogs...and u still have the energy for all that laundry AND to mow the lawn lol I am drained from my hubby 2yr old and 1 dog lol

HW 363lbs SD 4/16/13 CW 312lbs

[jaye1464 70]

Well today makes my 2 month mark and I have such great thoughts of hope concerning where I've came from and where I plan on going. The scales finally moved a bit to where lost 2lb more bringing my total to 35lb since surgery. My hair is starting to come out. I didn't expect it this soon but I knew it would be a possibility and I'm ok with that. I had luxurious fat nourished hair before that's gotten quiet dry since surgery. I'm happy regardless..if it gets too bad I guess it's time for extensions or a wrap of some kind. I don't regret what path I chose cause I feel so much better now that I did a few months ago. Here's hoping the best is yet to come.

I have been worried about the Hair loss as well. The nutritionist suggested Biotin for that, and to decrease the heat use, coloring and perming/relaxing(in my case), and to condition it often. I don't know about different hair types but I think reducing those things may help. I hope someone else will reply, especially if you have black hair, and let me know what you are seeing with your hair and some suggestions. I've never done extensions, but my daughter does and it seems like a good idea.

[Krystal7k 243]

Well I took my kids to the pool for my birthday might order them pizza later

[nursemissy 42]

I am 2 months out as well and have noticed the Hair loss. I use Biotin and fish oil to keep my hair healthy. I try not to blow dry or heat Iron my hair because its so fragile. I went from dark drown to a strawberry red and it is damaged. Since its summer i just pull it back.

HW 255# surgerversary 04/29/13 cw 211#