MINI-Me

You are doing great. Congratulations!

Thank you for sharing your faith. I think it is wise to research and that both of you feel comfortable with decisions regarding your life together. If we can help with that research, let us know.

You are looking awesome!

I have spent A LOT of money trying to find a liquid Protein source that I can tolerate. :welcome: I put several posts out here about my terrible gag reflux when drinking almost any Protein Drink. I finally found

I know several people with the sleeve. They can drink Diet Coke, beer, etc after 4-6 months. Not very fast mind you, but they can drink it. (My one friend likes it best when mixed with Rum!)

Very glad to hear that you guys were able to talk it through. Sounds like you've got a good one there!

I am just behind you on the timeline. I can honestly say I feel fine, pretty much like my old self. However, I do tire out VERY easily. I had hoped to start an exercise routine by now, but I am so pooped out by the time I get home. It's all I can do to get supper on the table, pack lunches, clean up, and then go sit in the recliner for a while. I'm also still trying to get my head around eating so little. I'm not hungry, but I really have to focus on measuring things out & tracking to make sure I get enough Protein (and don't overload my plate & causing myself to get sick). Hope that helps. I will be interested in reading other responses.

Wow! 3/12 is just around the corner. How exciting for you. Welcome to the group! I know that pre and post-op, this site has been amazing for information gathering and support.

I wanted to cry with you. I am so sorry. I really don't know what to say - this is a MAJOR bummer. Do you have a nutritionist that you can talk to? It sounds like you are doing all the right things, there must be a trigger that will help you get past this plateau. I am definitely sending you cyber hugs right now. Just try to keep your head up and keep following your plan. The weight HAS to come off.

Welcome to both of you. You are going to find the sleeve to be an amazing tool.

Since you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, it is probably a good idea to get a CPAP machine - I know they've done wonders for my dad and brother. But, look into renting since with weightloss your dependency on it should drop. Best of luck!

I think the majority of us have a "Last Supper" mentality. It's our last hoorah for eating anything and everything we want. I did mine New Year's Weekend so I definitely put away some calories - both in food and beverage. Life after the sleeve is sooooo different. I keep telling my husband that it's too much work to eat. I never thought I'd say that! But, I plan my meals out to make sure I get in my Protein (use myfitnesspal.com) and stick to a schedule to get all the food down each day. You can do this! Welcome to the Loser's Bench.

A few of us are chatting if you want to join us.

I don't remember having to register for Chat. Just sign in to this forum and click the CHAT button near the top of the screen.

I don't have much advice - I married my husband after 5 dates. But, if you are talking about marriage, then I would just outright ask him what's the situation. Sorry you are so frustrated. I would be too.

Some of my "softer" solids have been tuna fish salad, chili (heavy on ground beef and bean), and meatloaf. Tiffycans has a great high protein meatloaf recipe out here.

I'm just saying ... :scared0:

When I see "DH", I normally think Dear Husband. But, depending on the day & what he's done, it can also refer to Dumb Husband :001_tt2: :001_tt2: :biggrin0: :001_tt2:.

Congrats on your surgery. Dr. U was my doctor as well - I really liked him! Keep up the great work!

Congratulations. I am just over a month out now. I haven't had any true hunger yet (head hunger - yes, real hunger no). The burping and discomfort will definitely come to an end. Each day gets better and better. The only thing I have left is tiring easily. But, even that is getting better. Keep us informed of your progress.

Thanks ... I want to look HOT getting out of my little car. :scared0:

Welcome. While we don't have experience with your procedure, we definitely have experience with struggling with weightloss. Congrats on your surgery - we are glad to have you here.

I am not a vetran at 1 month out, but I think I can answer some of your questions: #1) Do any of you regret the sleeve surgery or wish you had done something different. (ie RNY) Absolutely not. I am very happy with my restriction and my results thus far. I specifically picked this surgery due to the fact that I will be able to eat what I want, just in MUCH smaller quantities. #2) I only have about 60-70 pounds to lose. When you reach your goal weight how do you and your body know it's time to stop losing? What do you do differently? From what I've been told, people up their calories a bit and start adding more carbohydrates to their diet. #3) I have a 1 year old and a 3 y/o. I would really like to be able to take 3 or 4 bites of birthday cake with them once or twice a year. (This is why I did not want a RNY. No dumping) Can you do this without a problem on a special occasions? Not during your healing period, but definitely after that time. #4) I have had a lot of problems with food poisoning and stomach virus's and other lovely things my kids bring my way. This has been agony trying to puke your guts out with the band in place. Is it the same with the sleeve, or just back to normal puking? I have only had one episde of vomiting since my sleeve. At first I thought I was having a reaction to my food choice (cod), but later learned that I had a touch of a stomach bug that is going around. I must admit that it was strange - only a small amount came up since only a small amount went down. #5) Speaking of puking. I have had nothing but trouble trying to eat with the band without drinking anything at all. Either drink with food or have it in my throat. Is this any different with the sleeve or do you feel tummy full not in your throat full? It's very hard to explain, you just get this feeling that you've had enough. Having too much for me means pain between my shoulder blades. #6) We travel in Europe every year. Has anyone had trouble finding "easy" food to eat in other countries? No experience with this - sorry. #7) Since I have 2 very young kids, I will only have my husband to help me for 4 days after my surgery. Should I start planning my nervous breakdown now? Maybe not a nervous breakdown, but you will need a plan for lifting them while you are healing. You should be feeling much more like yourself by day 5. Best of luck. Always feel free to ask questions. We were all researching at one point as well.

Sorry I missed you guys. Just got home & logged on. If anyone still wants to chat, I will leave the window open for a while.

Thanks everyone. I still am in a bit of shock - no wonder my clothes are so big. The pessimist in me still keeps wondering if I really measured right the first time. I know I did today, cause I took the measurements like 10 times!