November 2018 Sleevers!?!?

[CristinHope 69]

4 hours ago, paddyski said:

Stopping by to wish everyone a good weekend, hope everyone is doing well... I actually will hit the unrestricted phase this weekend... I am not worried like I am going to go back to old habits, but I am nervous/ excited about adding in fruits and veggies. Have a great weekend!

Same here! My Soft food Phase ends on Sunday. I've been very fortunate thus far and haven't had problems with my sleeve. Hoping that continues on into the next phase!

[Awa 10]

On 01/04/2019 at 10:07, paddyski said:

Stopping by to wish everyone a good weekend, hope everyone is doing well... I actually will hit the unrestricted phase this weekend... I am not worried like I am going to go back to old habits, but I am nervous/ excited about adding in fruits and veggies. Have a great weekend!

That’s awesome! I have my 6 week appointment next week and my “mushy” phase is supposed to end then. The queasiness seems to be lessening, but I still can’t stand the Protein Shakes. I’m going to try some new approaches this weekend :).

How many meals/snacks do they have you eating on the unrestricted diet?

[Sealeafi 103]

Hi all- I just wanted to share this live saving find.. I hope it can help some of you that cannot stomach the though of a Protein shake..

[dreamingofasleeve 89]

I feel like I keep stalling and it's making me very frustrated [emoji20]
Still has me scared that I will never reach my goals.
Anyone else having stalls? My husband is upset at my obsession with the scale and said he is hiding it because I get very discouraged.
Been weighing everyday going to change that and only weigh once a week.

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[Sealeafi 103]

@dreamsofasleeve- I also weigh everyday. But, I’m okay if I do not lose for 2-3 days as long as I stay with in a pound. After the 3rd day I have added more Water, extra Protein meal, or more movement. I’m losing about 2-3 pounds a week right now.

However, if the scale is making you “crazy” I would let your husband hide it for you until the “day” you want to weigh.

You’re doing great and stay the course!

[dreamingofasleeve 89]

@dreamsofasleeve- I also weigh everyday. But, I’m okay if I do not lose for 2-3 days as long as I stay with in a pound. After the 3rd day I have added more Water, extra Protein meal, or more movement. I’m losing about 2-3 pounds a week right now.

However, if the scale is making you “crazy” I would let your husband hide it for you until the “day” you want to weigh.

You’re doing great and stay the course!

Yeah I seen to be around there too. I let it bother me when I don't loose so it probably is best to have him take it away so I don't focus on the number so much and just do what I know I need to be doing.
It's just hard when you stall, but keep on keeping on right [emoji4]

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[Sealeafi 103]

On 01/04/2019 at 16:54, dreamingofasleeve said:

Yeah I seen to be around there too. I let it bother me when I don't loose so it probably is best to have him take it away so I don't focus on the number so much and just do what I know I need to be doing.
It's just hard when you stall, but keep on keeping on right [emoji4]

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That’s the spirit, darlin’! It’s not a “fast” process per say... but look at the weekly loss vs. the daily loss!

How far out are you? How much have you lost lost Surgery?

[Sealeafi 103]

Also- maybe do a side by side photo to keep you motivated. My daughter took a candid picture of me and it really keeps me moving forward as I was finally able to see how much I have actually lost!

[Starry*Night 148]

On 1/4/2019 at 5:44 PM, Sealeafi said:

Hi all- I just wanted to share this live saving find.. I hope it can help some of you that cannot stomach the though of a Protein shake..

These look amazing! Has anyone else tried them? Gonna head to walmart.com rn to see if they carry them lol

[Sealeafi 103]

I actually bought these on amazon! They are a little pricey, but great for my purse, car and desk at work if I need a quick snack. My 16 yr old daughter loves them, too!

[paddyski 168]

On ‎1‎/‎5‎/‎2019 at 6:22 PM, Starry*Night said:

These look amazing! Has anyone else tried them? Gonna head to walmart.com rn to see if they carry them lol

that looks great! lol may have to look into these!! Thanks for the share!

[paddyski 168]

On ‎1‎/‎4‎/‎2019 at 5:50 PM, Sealeafi said:

@dreamsofasleeve- I also weigh everyday. But, I’m okay if I do not lose for 2-3 days as long as I stay with in a pound. After the 3rd day I have added more Water, extra Protein meal, or more movement. I’m losing about 2-3 pounds a week right now.

However, if the scale is making you “crazy” I would let your husband hide it for you until the “day” you want to weigh.

You’re doing great and stay the course!

I think Sealeaf said this best, and it sounds like you are ready to move forward in a positive way. It is easy to get caught up in the numbers, and forget about how good overall you are feeling and doing. I am only weighing in once a week for the most part with the occasional cheat midweek to see if I need to adjust anything food wise, and movement wise, but it is working for me. what I have noticed is the bloating and gain around the time of the month, but right after there is a lot of joy when I step on the scale. things fluctuate there. Keep up the great work!

[paddyski 168]

Hey All- so this weekend like many may have experienced was unrestriction--- I chickened out? So I bought a green pepper it is currently sitting in the fridge still.. I was so excited for this moment, but then I got scared, had things that had to get done worried it might not sit right and freaked... I am hoping to try some raw veggies and fruits this week, I think I have hyped it up too much in my head? How did everyone else do any successful foods?

I did want to say I did go to cheese cake factory on Sunday afternoon, they have a skinnylisous menu, it is wonderful, fish, chicken, Protein based flavorful options. I have the grilled steak medallions (since unrestricted this was a big deal not ground or shredded or pulsed etc) it came with asparagus and mushroom, I told them to skip the potatoes. But the whole meal was huge for 420 calories and a total of 45 protein I believe. It made three meals for me, but there were so many options it didn't make me feel like I was sacrificing or scouring the menu for something healthy. it was great!

Also on a weight related note I am officially 60lbs gone 46 ish since surgery I am amazed, I can't believe something is working finally. I had been stuck in my PCOs and EDS world for so long with no success, I am just still shocked. I wake up each day feeling blessed and like I have a chance moving forward to be successful with this!

Hope you all have a great week!

[Awa 10]

On 01/07/2019 at 13:25, paddyski said:

Hey All- so this weekend like many may have experienced was unrestriction--- I chickened out? So I bought a green pepper it is currently sitting in the fridge still.. I was so excited for this moment, but then I got scared, had things that had to get done worried it might not sit right and freaked... I am hoping to try some raw veggies and fruits this week, I think I have hyped it up too much in my head? How did everyone else do any successful foods?

I did want to say I did go to cheese cake factory on Sunday afternoon, they have a skinnylisous menu, it is wonderful, fish, chicken, Protein based flavorful options. I have the grilled steak medallions (since unrestricted this was a big deal not ground or shredded or pulsed etc) it came with asparagus and mushroom, I told them to skip the potatoes. But the whole meal was huge for 420 calories and a total of 45 Protein I believe. It made three meals for me, but there were so many options it didn't make me feel like I was sacrificing or scouring the menu for something healthy. it was great!

Also on a weight related note I am officially 60lbs gone 46 ish since surgery I am amazed, I can't believe something is working finally. I had been stuck in my PCOs and EDS world for so long with no success, I am just still shocked. I wake up each day feeling blessed and like I have a chance moving forward to be successful with this!

Hope you all have a great week!

Awesome on the weight loss! I’m 3 or more weeks behind you, but now I can’t wait to go to Cheesecake Factory :). I know what you mean about being scared to branch out. I’d love to nibble on some raw carrot or some nuts! Hopefully I’ll be out of “mushy phase” at the end of this week. I’m not sure what will be allowed, but right now my favorite meal is chili!

[Sealeafi 103]

On 01/07/2019 at 12:25, paddyski said:

Hey All- so this weekend like many may have experienced was unrestriction--- I chickened out? So I bought a green pepper it is currently sitting in the fridge still.. I was so excited for this moment, but then I got scared, had things that had to get done worried it might not sit right and freaked... I am hoping to try some raw veggies and fruits this week, I think I have hyped it up too much in my head? How did everyone else do any successful foods?

I did want to say I did go to cheese cake factory on Sunday afternoon, they have a skinnylisous menu, it is wonderful, fish, chicken, Protein based flavorful options. I have the grilled steak medallions (since unrestricted this was a big deal not ground or shredded or pulsed etc) it came with asparagus and mushroom, I told them to skip the potatoes. But the whole meal was huge for 420 calories and a total of 45 Protein I believe. It made three meals for me, but there were so many options it didn't make me feel like I was sacrificing or scouring the menu for something healthy. it was great!

Also on a weight related note I am officially 60lbs gone 46 ish since surgery I am amazed, I can't believe something is working finally. I had been stuck in my PCOs and EDS world for so long with no success, I am just still shocked. I wake up each day feeling blessed and like I have a chance moving forward to be successful with this!

Hope you all have a great week!

Oh man! I completely understand this! I’m so scared to try nuts, raw veggies and rice.. I hope to be a little more adventurous this week- I have been spending way too much time on YouTube and instagram finding what others at ay this point.. I still cannot eat chicken or eggs.. such a bummer for sure!