weighing after surgery

[Katlynn 0]

I was one of the last few to get banded (Sept. 30) and I was curious how long post-op did everyone wait to step back on a scale? Or do you just wait and weigh-in at doctors' appointments? I know that right now is not a good time for me to weigh myself, I am still bloated and probably still have some fluids built up from surgery.

When did y'all first weigh yourself again post surgery? or have you yet?

[hmarko 0]

I weighed myself right away. I was curious.

I don't have it recorded and can't remember anything (so that doesn't help you :thumbup:. 4 days after surgery I was down two lbs per the tickerfactory.

[milwif 0]

I also got on the scale right away. Not the best or most accurate thing to do, but its like a kid on Christmas morning; you just can't wait. I also stepped on the scale at 7 days post op and was down 9 lbs.

[Jodi73 11]

I couldn't wait either. I stepped on the scale the day after surgery, and every day since. I love seeing the numbers drop, it keeps me motivated!

[nawlinzlady 1]

Funny to hear you bringing up this topic, I just blogged about this exact thing. Going to see Mr.Scale every day is NOT a good thing to do, our bodies change constantly, but...... i have done it every day since surgery, sometimes more than once....its awful..LOL

[travel 0]

My weight after banding has changed by ten lbs in a day. This happens often, at least a 6-10 lbs change, going up and down and up in 24 hours! I'll often weigh less in the afternoon than the morning. The scale numbers are fascinating for me, and I check often! I just record the medical appointment weights.

[hmarko 0]

I do weigh the same time every day. I sometimes check for reference at night but i know I am 3 lbs higher at night or during the day.

[Katlynn 0]

Thanks so much for all of your answers! I broke down and weighed today, 4 days after surgery, and my weight is exactly the same as the morning of surgery. It is confusing but I know that I haven't had one bite of food since Monday and I spend most of my day on my feet or walking chasing my daughter so their is no way my weight could stay the same! Hopefully the scale will show a loss soon.

Edited October 4, 2009 by Katlynn

[milwif 0]

Thanks so much for all of your answers! I broke down and weighed today, 4 days after surgery, and my weight is exactly the same as the morning of surgery. It is confusing but I know that I haven't had one bite of food since Monday and I spend most of my day on my feet or walking chasing my daughter so their is no way my weight could stay the same! Hopefully the scale will show a loss soon.

Oh don't worry, you'll see a difference soon! Give it a few more days. Your body might be retaining some Water too. I was the same for about 5 days then all of a sudden on the 6th day BAM I'm down 5 pounds. Keep your spirits up.

[hmarko 0]

Also this is TMI but have you had BM's yet? They take a while too. Especially with the Vicodin.

[Katlynn 0]

Thanks MilWif! I was down 2 pounds today so at least I am moving in the right direction!

Hmarko, bless your heart for mentioning that. I've had very few and to be honest I'm not sure they counted, if you know what I mean LOL.

I am enjoying a cream Soup for lunch! Best damn thing I've had in a long time. Much better than just Water and broth that I was on since the day before surgery!

[nawlinzlady 1]

Thanks MilWif! I was down 2 pounds today so at least I am moving in the right direction!

Hmarko, bless your heart for mentioning that. I've had very few and to be honest I'm not sure they counted, if you know what I mean LOL.

I am enjoying a cream Soup for lunch! Best damn thing I've had in a long time. Much better than just Water and broth that I was on since the day before surgery!

I stayed on full liquids longer than my doctor said I had to, I didn't want to slow down my weightloss, even now, I have a Protein shake for at least one of my meals. You are doing great!

[Katlynn 0]

Thanks Dee, you are doing great too! I understand about wanting to stay on the liquids longer than necessary....I am contemplating doing that as well. Did you add in the Soups too or just Water and broth?

[nawlinzlady 1]

Thanks Dee, you are doing great too! I understand about wanting to stay on the liquids longer than necessary....I am contemplating doing that as well. Did you add in the Soups too or just Water and broth?

I did the soups, Jello,cottage cheese, oh and I love the sugar free popsicles