kimmy*custis

Yaaay! I am sooo happy for you! You are progressing wonderfully! Give it two weeks an you will feel like a million bucks, best of luck on your new journey.

I am sorry you are in so much pain and yes, it does pass. I didnt get the gas ( thank goodness) but just get up and walk as much as you can, they say that helps with the gas. As far as pain, what did they give you for that? Take it if you need it, dont feel you shouldnt, that is what it is for. As far as the protein, I wouldnt worry about it yet, just get your water in. Keep trying every day to get the protein in, it is hard but it does get easier, I promise. Keep us posted. Hugs to you!

It does get better and yes, you do get hungry...eventually but you just cant eat very much at one time. I have been out to dinner with friends/family several times since surgery and I do eat...just not as much as everyone else. I make smarter choices that I used to and I get a to-go box right away and put most of it in the box to take home. I havent felt like I am going without at all, it has been kinda nice. You will do just fine, just think positive!

Ok, I brought a can of Trader Joe's cuban black beans to have for lunch...someone stole the can opener! Thanks goodness I had brought some string cheese and a apple too. I ate the apple, in slices, with a bit of peanut butter for lunch. It took over an hour to finish it but about 5 minutes after I thought I was going to hurl ( first time by the way since my surgery I have felt like throwing up) I walked it off and felt better after 15 minutes. Maybe it was too much for my sleeve? Anyone else have that happen with an apple? I have had spicy, bbq meat etc and no issues but a apple...really? I have also had apples since surgery ( well only two) and have had no issues, what gives!

You can do both...I am! I eat whatever I want, just very small portions. I have been to dozens of restaurants since my surgery and have never went without...and still lose weight. I have even had alcohol, not much but I have. I fortunately am not much of a carb/sweets person so I may have a bit of an advantage but it can be done! Never say never, shouldnt even been in the vocabulary. Best of luck to you, it does work and you will do great!

Oh, I feel you! I am at 201, have been for 6 days! I know it isnt long but...I want to be in onederland soooo bad I can taste it!

Welcome! This form has been a great help to me too. I read this forum every day for a month before my surgery and I tell you, it really helped me calm my nerves. Sure, there are people who have had problems or regrets but most of us have had a pretty easy time and would do it all over again. Best of luck to you in your journey. ( You too DogMom, you are doing great so far!)

Hugs to you, sorry you are having a funk right now. It does get better, I promise. Do something for yourself, a little pampering works wonders! As soon as that weight starts dropping off you will be the happiest person...I was! Best of luck to you.

I know I have 140 as my goal but I am actually aiming for 150, 140 may be to small for me but....we will see when I get to 150!

That is awesome to hear, good for you! I too have about 50 more to go and I feel great and have absolutely no regrets either. Yaaay to us! Have a wonderful day and keep up the fabulous work!

Yaaay! So happy for you! I am sooo close I can taste it! ( 201 as of this am...have been for a week!)

Absolutely eat them, they are full of vitamins and good fat...we do need that too! You wont be able to eat enough to make that much of a difference calorie wise so I say go for it!

You can do it, I lost 15 lbs in 3 weeks before my surgery, it wasnt easy but I REALLY wanted my surgery. I found out after that my insurance didnt require weight loss before but it helped me feel better about myself and gave me the kick start I needed on this journey! Best of luck to you!

Woo hoo, you are doing great, congrats to you! Thanks for the post, it will help many with their journeys!

Yaay to you both! I will be 12 weeks out May 9th so I am 10 weeks now and I am down 39 lbs since surgery , 54 since the middle of January. I am at a stall right now, I cant seem to get below the darn 200, I cant wait! I feel the same too, I can bend over and tie my shoes without turning blue...lol! Best of luck to you both and keep up the great work!

I was physically tired, not sleepy tired, going back to work 3 weeks out. Within a week I was better.

That is great to hear, pat yourself on the back! It does feel soooo good to get the compliments, I love it too! Keep up the good work!

Dont apologize for for bragging...you deserve to do so, you are doing great! Keep up the good work!

I agree with the doc, we need to get 1000-1200 calories, we are working out etc and need those calories to keep our bodies losing. If we eat too little , we go into starvation mode somewhat and have our dreaded stalls. Give it a try and see what happens, you can always mix it up again if needed. Good luck

Yum-o, I love it too! I havent had it in forever...guess I am going to Wendy's this weekend!

Yaay to all us February sleevers! Good job everyone! I was 240 on surgery day ( Feb 9th) and I am 201 now, 39 lbs so far, 54 total since January so I am ok with that. I feel I am slowing a bit but I am eating more and exercising and I seem to be losing inches so I am ok!

I have been eating salads since 7 weeks out...just decided to try them...no issues!

Yes, I was told the same, cut back on the protein... Congrats on your success, keep up the good work!

Yaaah! Sooo happy for you!

Oh yes, completely normal. I was 5 days out before...