3 weeks Post-Op Question

[CaliGirl1216 25]

I am 3 weeks post-op and since I have started eating pureed/soft foods my weight loss has stopped. I have not lost any weight in a week. Is this normal at this stage?

[Ivanova8 77]

I have not had surgery yet. But I can't tell you how many places on this forum that I've read about the dreaded 3 week stall. From what I've read it's normal. They say to stick to the plan the surgeon and nutritionist gave you and you'll be back to losing weight again in no time.

I'm sure a veteran loser will have more to add shortly.

Stay positive and keep your eye on the prize! Oh! and don't weigh yourself everyday. Hide the scale! =)

[April206 128]

I had a stall at 3-4 weeks. No big deal! And I agree with Ivanova8: hide the damn scale Breaking it out once a week is plenty.

[Gigi4181 5]

Hey all

I am in the same boat I have hit a stall and I will be 4 weeks post op on 10/17/2014... does anyone know when the stall normally kicks ?

thanks !

[CaliGirl1216 25]

Thank you Ladies! I have not heard of this before. I have been doing everything right and the scale will not budge. I was starting to get really down and depressed about it. Thinking that the initial weight that came off right after surgery was all that I was going to lose, and I need to lose 100 pounds. I am compelled to weigh myself daily. But I will try to take both of your advice and hide it, weighing myself 1-2 times a week. I am so thankful to know that this stall is normal. Thank Goodness! Thank you for replying!!

Edited October 13, 2014 by CaliGirl1216

[CaliGirl1216 25]

Does anyone know how long the stall lasts?

Edited October 13, 2014 by CaliGirl1216

[lwprice 6]

I had the same issue just 2-3 weeks out. The stall lasted maybe 7-10 days then I started losing more and fast, like a pound per day for a week and a half. The more Protein you eat the faster the weight loss, so try to keep your protein intake up if you can. I know it's hard and I still don't get in my 60g/day. It's a work in progress.

[CaliGirl1216 25]

I am heading into my 4th week post-op tomorrow and the scale has not moved in like 10 days. I am trying to keep my Protein up too. I found some good Protein Drinks at costco. But I have been stuck at the same weight for nearly 2 weeks. I can't wait for this stall to pass. Thanks for the great advice!

[gretamt 1]

Ok guys I'm almost 3 weeks post-op and id like some advice on what scale I should buy. I have an old health o meter. But want to update to a digital. Any ideas??

[CaliGirl1216 25]

I have a Weight Watchers scale that I just love. It is digital and tells your weight to the 10th place.

[stephh 634]

Ok guys I'm almost 3 weeks post-op and id like some advice on what scale I should buy. I have an old health o meter. But want to update to a digital. Any ideas??

I LOVE my FitBit Aria scale! They are kind of expensive, but worth it. They sync via wireless to your Fitbit account. Other people can use the scale, but weights are hidden online. The graphs that come with the Fitbit program are awesome. Plus, Fitbit syncs automatically with MyFitnessPal. It also tracks body fat %.

[amybrn 1]

I had the same stall. I read that if you aren't getting enough fluids your body will store everything. So drink enough. Yesterday I didn't get enough, peed twice the whole day and have a super Migraine this morning. But, once I started walking, at least, a mile a day I started losing again.

[CaliGirl1216 25]

I am finally into my 4th week post-op AND the scale is moving again. I feel like throwing a party! I stalled for 2 weeks and finally am having progress again. So what everyone is saying is so true. It is temporary, just stick to the nutririon guidelines and get enough Water and Protein drinks. Yeah, back on track!!!

Edited October 19, 2014 by CaliGirl1216

[sravs 0]

hi even in facing the same thing ..its a month and half post surgery n my weight loss remained unchange ..so how did you over come the situation what did you came to know about .will please help me too