June 2014 Sleevers Check In!

[livingmore 23]

@@livingmore Its one of the reasons I prefer not to tell people beforehand......its like everyday they see you, the expect for you to have lost 20 more pounds or lose at their pace. Last I checked this was my journey. I'm so glad to have bariatricpal as a resource to communicate with people going through the same things I'm going through. I had lapband in 07 and only lost 40-50 pounds, now 7 years later revised to gastric sleeve and its been exciting and scary at the same time. I just keep praying and doing what the doctor says....hopefully this time will be successful.

I'm sure you will be a knockout success!

I haven't told anyone but my husband, kids, and mother. My husband asked me this past weekend if the reason I have not told is because I am afraid of failing. I told him no, that it is because I can't stand judgey people with opinions about MY journey to a better me. I just don't want to hear it or debate it

[jjinWA 511]

I haven't told anyone either outside my immediate family. I don't want my friends to be looking at me each time they see me to see if they can tell if I have lost weight, or even worse keep asking me how much weight I have lost. I want the focus to be on other topics just as they were before I did the surgery. My weight loss is personal to me and a part of my journey that I am not ready to share with others. I don't have to explain stalls, give excuses for why I can't eat much, etc. I want to get back to normal as soon as possible. It is only me that needs to know what that new normal is.

[tagyoorit 27]

On the other hand, I told everyone right from the beginning! Why you may ask... mainly because I do not want to fail. I want the scrutiny, the questions, it keeps me on point.

It's amazing, but my colleagues and friends are super supportive and I have had great uplifting moments. Usually I am the one that brings up the topic ( mainly when eating ) only to receive a cute anecdote or encouraging comment.

Talk about daily affirmation! I wouldn't have it any other way ... But that's me ;0)

[tiffnichole76 36]

@@tagyoorit

Its great to go ahead and put it out there, isn't it. For the most part, I've had great encouragement and feedback. Only that one comment and I don't believe she realized how discouraging it was. I mean seriously.....she was asking me how long it would be before I saw results....well I'm already seeing results. I'm already off blood pressure and diabetes meds and I was back up to a size 16......I can fit my 14's again with ease and I'm just counting down til I can fit a 12......haven't worn that size or smaller in over 20 years. I weigh 10 pounds more than I did 15 years ago when I got pregnant with my youngest child. I'm excited and share my journey to help others......but there's always that one person.....oh well......I'll just look at that one criticism as MOTIVATION!

[tagyoorit 27]

@@tagyoorit Its great to go ahead and put it out there, isn't it. For the most part, I've had great encouragement and feedback. Only that one comment and I don't believe she realized how discouraging it was. I mean seriously.....she was asking me how long it would be before I saw results....well I'm already seeing results. I'm already off blood pressure and diabetes meds and I was back up to a size 16......I can fit my 14's again with ease and I'm just counting down til I can fit a 12......haven't worn that size or smaller in over 20 years. I weigh 10 pounds more than I did 15 years ago when I got pregnant with my youngest child. I'm excited and share my journey to help others......but there's always that one person.....oh well......I'll just look at that one criticism as MOTIVATION!

For myself being 235 lbs over weight means that when I lose 50 ... I can't expect people to really notice. On the other hand, I'm down to 5x shirt size, I'm wearing work clothes that I couldn't almost 6 years ago, I have to wear suspenders so that I can wear some of my trousers just a little while longer, I'm down in daily meds, I can walk again! THIS IS MY EFFICACY!

This journey is mine! I covet support and put myself in a position to get as much as I can ... the odd schmuck comment is just an obstacle that can best be described as sooo much better than the fat comments from before.

WE ARE WINNERS

[2Bthin4me 15]

I did not tell anyone except my husband and mother. I value the non-judgemental support I get here. I also didn't want to be the subject of gossip and scrutiny.

[jessicas 0]

Ok. Just got discharged from hospital for dehydration. July 10 was my surgery. Feeling better. Protein Shakes are making me sick and go right through me so I have to go back to Clear Liquids. Trying to get healthy to go back to work on Monday.

To reply to the above info. I have told no one what I have done excepts husband, mother, and best friend. Everyone else thinks it is a stomach ulcer.

[tiffnichole76 36]

3 weeks post op tomorrow and it takes all I have to drink 2 Protein Shakes, Water and an applesauce or yogurt......

[RKPG2angels 11]

Hey everyone! I was sleeved June 2nd and have lost 40 pounds so far! I caught myself starting to eat a lot of high carb foods and snacking when my hubby Snacks this week and really need to get back on track! I turn 30 in sept and plan on being out of my size 20s before I'm out of my 20s decade!

In response to the current topic, I told my family and a few close friends and coworkers I thought I could trust. One of them took it upon herself to tell practically everyone we know which really upset me. My personal journey is just that, MINE. You gotta do what is comfortable to you but make sure you are clear with the people you do tell what the level of secrecy you are trying to maintain is

[Patricks_Downsizing 15]

Hey everyone. Been a while since I've checked in. Today is my 1 month post op. I'm down 39lbs since surgery day. Had a bit of a stall for some reason but I expect those. So I have the my fitness pal app on my phone that also counts steps when I walk. It has a daily goal of 10000 steps which I had never reached yet. This morning I went to a state park with trails to get a big chunk of my daily walking. Decided to walk a 3 mile trail which is usually 6000 steps on this app. Got lost in the forest trail system, ended up doing circles and back tracking trying to find way back to the trail. After 2 hours I found the main trail and my car. Ended up only being 1 mile from my car the whole time. The good news is I got all 10000 steps in this morning. Lol. Thought it was funny. #silverlinings

[LivingProof 31]

Hi, Everyone!

I was sleeved June 18--I'm down 25# so far--and for the most part, I feel great. I do have a sort of "sinking spell" after I take in a Protein Shake or really ANYTHING with calories. Does anyone else have this?

I've told only my husband and best friend. I trust them not to tell. If anyone asks, I say I had "scar tissue removed," which is partly true. I had an infection some years ago, and my surgeon did have to remove a little scar tissue.

Why didn't I share with everyone? Um, well, I think I'm going through A LOT of changes--mental, emotional, physical. Why should I add social to that list? Also, let's face it, once it's out, it's out. It's tough to put the toothpaste back in the tube. Just a thought.

I'm still on Protein Shakes, a tiny bit of Soup, and no-cal drinks. As for the drinks--trying Water, Gatorade, SF Kool-Aid. So far, nothing grabs me. It's a struggle, but I keep trying.

Good to hear from all of you!

[stacielynntate 88]

On the other hand, I told everyone right from the beginning! Why you may ask... mainly because I do not want to fail. I want the scrutiny, the questions, it keeps me on point. It's amazing, but my colleagues and friends are super supportive and I have had great uplifting moments. Usually I am the one that brings up the topic ( mainly when eating ) only to receive a cute anecdote or encouraging comment. Talk about daily affirmation! I wouldn't have it any other way ... But that's me ;0)

I have done the same thing. My co-workers keep me on my toes and I even have ones signing up to work out with me. They hold me accountable so I don't go back to my old ways.

[Patricks_Downsizing 15]

<p>Hi, Everyone!</p> <p> I was sleeved June 18--I'm down 25# so far--and for the most part, I feel great. I do have a sort of "sinking spell" after I take in a Protein Shake or really ANYTHING with calories. Does anyone else have this?</p> <p> I've told only my husband and best friend. I trust them not to tell. If anyone asks, I say I had "scar tissue removed," which is partly true. I had an infection some years ago, and my surgeon did have to remove a little scar tissue.</p> <p> Why didn't I share with everyone? Um, well, I think I'm going through A LOT of changes--mental, emotional, physical. Why should I add social to that list? Also, let's face it, once it's out, it's out. It's tough to put the toothpaste back in the tube. Just a thought.</p> <p> I'm still on Protein Shakes, a tiny bit of Soup, and no-cal drinks. As for the drinks--trying Water, Gatorade, SF Kool-Aid. So far, nothing grabs me. It's a struggle, but I keep trying.</p> <p> Good to hear from all of you! </p> <p> </p>

I have been pretty private about my procedure. Those that do know don't quite understand my need for privacy. I tell them it's something they would have to experience to understand. I for a while was worried I was over reacting until I got on here and see everyone feeling similarly. Thanks for sharing everyone.

[2Bthin4me 15]

I did not tell anyone except my husband and mother. I value the non-judgemental support I get here. I also didn't want to be the subject of gossip and scrutiny.

[astraphile 38]

today is my 3 week post op and i am down 22lbs. i'm very excited to continue my journey and reach my goal! i only told my mom and 3 very close friends. i had gallstones which were discovered earlier this year so i used that as my cover since i had it removed along with getting the sleeve. i, like many of you, feel that it's a personal journey and not everyone "gets" it. i didn't want any scrutiny or folks discussing my loss or stalls or eating habits, etc. so i made the choice to take this journey on my own up until 2 weeks before when i told my best friends. my mom took me to the hospital for gallbladder surgery and i told her that morning when we parked at the hospital! she was happy for me and actually said it didn't surprise her that i kept it to myself. i've always been fiercely independent. i'm grateful for this site, though. that's for sure!

congrats to all of us!