lissi

Sad but true..... It's about keeping focus on what we want.... and the will power to say no.... this is easier said then done

This is such an amazing feeling, is it not? I'm almost 2yrs post op and sometimes it still doesn't register. When I walk into a store, out of habit I still want to go to the plus section. I'll pick up a size 3 and say "no way" this will fit me" and I go try then on and they do....It's still a shocker.

I tried Over Eater's Anonymous myself and don't recommend it..... What didn't you like about it??

Congrats!  It's fun and exciting....to see so many changes

I recall feeling tired and lethargic for about the first 3 weeks... (no energy and insomnia) This will soon pass!

Im almost 2 yrs post op and I still hiccup I think it's mostly when I'm eating too fast and need to remind myself to slow down... When I'm full my stomach lets me know it) it's a type of discomforting feeling that can't be confused with anything else...

Hmmmm.. I am 22 months post op and for me it varies on what I've eaten for the previous meal or snack. Does that make sense? If I ate something light then I"ll be able to eat a bit more. If i eat Subway (which I do often), I can only eat a 6in (chicken breast on wheat and veggies), and I'm done. Prior to surgery I could go to a restaurant and order an appetizer, main course, and dessert, and eat an hr later. If I go to a restaurant now, I can only eat 1/2 of what's on my plate ( no room for anything else) I would say about 3-4 oz

Unfortunately it happens.. I lost a lot of hair around the third month up until 7 or 8th.. I took my Vitamins and was taking 5000 Biotin... it scared the pants out of me. I can tell you that around the 11 month, I noticed new hair coming in... So don't worry.. it will soon pass...

Have any of you experienced foot shrinkage..lol... I had to get rid o most of my shoes... Went from an 81/2 to a size 71/2

I'm almost 2yrs post op... Prior to surgery I hated exercise, especially running. I incorporated walking and running into my exercise routine as soon as I could. I have to say that running is now my first choice for exercise. I love it. Last month I participated in my first 5k in Puerto Rico called RUN LIKE A DIVA... it was awesome and the feeling was undescribable. I finished it in 34 minutes and came in #19 from 72 women in my age category... I would of never thought in a million years that I would love it as much as I do

When I was obese I'd go to a restaurant and order an appetizer, main course, and dessert.. I'd go home and less then two hrs. later eat again....I remember how that felt.. At the moment your enjoying the food but then you'd feel guilty and sick...

The relationship that I have with food is so different now. I'm almost 2yrs post op.. When going to a restaurant , I will order either an appetizer or a main course that will last me for two meals. As most Spanish people, I love spice.. It was difficult at first but i gradually added it to my foods and have no problems whatsoever.. I had a 6in. oven roasted chicken on whole wheat (subway) for lunch today and it was loaded with jalapenos....

I cook at home more then I do going out to eat...

Give yourself credit for recognizing and accepting what's going on and assuming responsibility for your actions... The most important thing is that you ARE doing something about it... better now then 30 or 40 lbs later...when we slip up---- we get back on track... don't feel discouraged..you can do this and then some Get on a strict regimen for the next couple of weeks and if I were you I would do cardio and weights..I'm sure it will come off in no time.

I have been there in my journey as well.. I work for law enforcement and it's hard to pass up the infamous doughnuts daily... there are times when i give in to temptation but I think that getting on that scale at least 1x a week keeps me grounded. You will be o.k.... Thanks for sharing because all of us need encouragement

Hmmm.. .i can relate! I lost my 75 lbs in about 41/2 months and still got on that scale religiously every day. I'm almost 2yrs post op, and I have to say that it was recently about a month ago that I didn't get on daily. If I see my weight fluctuate more then 3 lbs... it's a way of letting me know "hey what ya doin? what's going on?" Getting on that scale keeps me grounded. I get on about 2x a week now. I'm not as obsessed about it, but it's a tool for me.

no catheter for me as well! I totally understand your fears! Hate it!

Getting sleeved was the best decision I've ever made....only regret was that I didn't do it earlier...

Hello,

I know what you mean! I have the same problem! When someone refers to me as being thin, In my mind, I'm thinking (who "me"?) It does not sink in sometimes...I think that because the weight loss happens so quickly, we sometimes have a hard time grasping what has happened...I'm hoping that with time it registers. I look at old pics of me and then compare them to the new pics....this helps me a whole lot...

Take Care! Merry Christmas!

I was so scared around the fifth month post op that I went to natural dark color (stopped coloring blonde) and cut about 9 inches off. It has helped with the Hair loss. I have to say that now 8 months post op... I'm not seeing so much shedding. I have not noticed any new Hair growth though...

Lol...I know exactly what you mean (the look on your face) when someone refers to you as skinny! I'm in shock...I'm thinking ME? No way!! cause I just don't see it at times...It's good to know that I'm not crazy My twin sister gets annoyed with me...she says "You have to be kiddin me, right? You just like people to tell you that you're skinny!" How can you not see it? She just doesn't understand... Are you exercising? how often? how long if you are?

Lissi - I know exactly what you mean. I reached my goal at just under five months. I have people tell me I'm "thin" and have even been referred to as "skinny". ME SKINNY??!! Surely they jest!!! Oh my. I pull out my size 8 pair of jeans from the dryer and think there must be some mistake, 'there is no way I can slip into these pants' - but I do, without having to lay on the bed, there is actually a little room. What the heck!!??? I am six lbs under goal - I'm getting the hang of maintaining, I don't want to lose any more weight, I never thought THIS would be the difficult part, STOPPING! Very strange to be adding calories back into my diet. I am snacking because I cannot possibly eat more at meal time. I love my sleeve!

Hi Rebecca,

I don't consider myself a veteran, but can tell ya that I had my surgery 4/8/10 and it was the best decision I ever made for myself. Your concerns and worries are normal. I thought of so many things that could possibly go wrong, but then I thought of all the good and positive that could come out of it. I have a new life and I'm able to do things with my kids that I couldn't do before. My outlook and attitude has changed and I'm a much happier person now that I'm healthier. Focus on positive thoughts and continue to find the support you need on this site. I will say a prayer for you...everything will we fine!

Hello! This is your health and well-being. You are an adult capable of making your own decisions. I would not allow anyone (including my sister) to decide something as important as this. Your sister might not agree with your decison, but she should support you and respect you and your decisions. Maybe you can be an inspiration to her after your surgery, so that she could do something about her weight and health.. Good Luck!

Hello,

I think that for me, I have not yet come to the realization that I am thin. I reached my goal approximately 3 months after surgery. It's now eight months after surgery and when I walk into a clothing store, my mind tells me "you need to go to the pluz size side of this store". I think that it takes a little to adjust to so many changes that are going on (on all levels). My goal weight was 130 lbs and I'm weighing 125. I don't want to lose any more weight. I would just like to maintain at this point.

Hello,

I was sleeved April 8 and lost the 65lbs I needed to in approximately 3 months. My goal weight was 130 lbs...at the present I weigh 125. I do fluctuate within a 5lb range. At first I lost sleep over this 5lb fluctuation, I was terrified. Mentally I got back on track and when I worked out, I'd work an extra 15-20 mins..I think about that 5lb fluctuation when I'm tempted to eat what I'm not supposed to, and I think that it helps me to make better choices. Don't be discouraged! I think that our fears of stretching our pouch and gaining weight is normal...As long as we acknowledge what needs to be acknowledged and make the necessary changes, we will be o.k...

Just curious if there are any others out there like me. I was sleeved at the end of April. I went thru a couple of stalls but managed to loose 42 lbs. In fact, I was just 6 lbs away from my goal! The last month or so the scale started creeping up. first 1-2 pounds then 3 and then this morning I have now gained 5 lbs. I know it is my fault. I am eating more, still only 3 meals a day and very limited Snacks (if any) but I have over indulged occassionally (unfortunately to the point of pain). I certainly don't want to undo the hard work, and especially do not under any circumstances want my stomach to stretch out. I haven't been exercising so I know I need to get back on track with that. This is rather horrifying at this moment so I thought I'd check to see if any others have experienced this. I've been away from this forum way too long!