MsDebi

I was sleeved on 3/5. (19 lbs gone!). My doc didn't require one either tho he did do an upper GI. Good Luck!

I am about where u r with the BMI. I was 70 lbs from goal before my surgery and dealt with the same issues concerning the feeling that I was a "loser" because I was "resorting" to WLS. My head told me that I should be able to do this. I opted for the sleeve and I'm gonna be totally honest about the outcome. I was sleeved on March 5 and have lost 13 lbs since. There are both physical and mental drawbacks for sure. I f you don't stop eating AS SOON AS YOU FEEL FULL...YOU WILL THROW UP. You get that "icky feeling tummy" if you don't follow the rules COMPLETELY. (not drinking during eating, etc). You also have to remember that just because you have the surgery does not mean you get rid of that desire to eat things and amounts that you shouldn't. I'll admit that I have had days when I wondered if this was worth it. BUT... My days of regret came during my second week post op when I lost a big fat 0 pounds. I suppose it was a "stall" cuz I'm back on the losing wagon. I have decided, without a doubt, that this was the right decision for me. I'm learning to cope with the desire for "bad" foods (and the desire for too much food). I've also found that when I drink plenty of Water, and get my Protein in, AND minimize my carbs, I feel sooo much better... All the way around. In the end you have to decide which is more important.....Being able to eat what you want as well as how much you want, regardless of the consequences....OR being and feeling healthier and wearing the clothes you sooooo want to wear. I honestly don't see either as the "right or wrong" choice.....just has to be right for you.

I posted a short plea yesterday and happily had several people respond. I'm gonna plea again today and hope that no one gets upset with this repitition. I started vlogging my journey on YouTube. My channel is MsDebisTime. I am asking for y'all to take a few minutes and view my videos and Please, pLeAsE, PLEASE subscribe! This vlogging is kinda my "mini project" and is really helping me cope, understand myself, gain support....so many things! I began my journey by watching other videos about others' weight loss journeys and I have soooo enjoyed them and learned soooooo very much from others' experiences. Please do this for a fellow VSTer....Thanks!!!

I think you are smart to think about that reality, but I also feel like it is prominent enough in your mind that the reality won't be such a slap in the face for you. I'm only about 1 1/2 weeks out but everyone tells me that, tho we kinda "morn" the place that food held in our lives, before we know it, the "new normal" will take over and we will be all the happier and healthier for it. That, after all, IS the whole goal here. Good Luck to you on your journey, and welcome to VST. This is a GREAT site!

The first couple of days home, my doc told me that the main thing was hydration. After that work on your protein....just remember that dehydration will land you back in the hospital quickly. Huggggggggs!

Thanks, Piper!!

I was told 2 weeks....but slow and easy when you do! LOL

Uh...ewwwweewwwww!!! I, too, thank you for the info. I shall pass on that!!

I realize that every single one of us has their own story of their weight loss journey. I'm trying to vlog mine via YouTube. Please take a minute to check my videos out. My channel is MsDebisTime. If you are kind enough to view, please subscribe....I really want this vlogging to work for me....and I REALLY need the encouragement! Thanks!!

I did the same thing, Girl! Only difference is, I set my camera up to take the pics on auto....wasn't letting anybody seeing me! LOL. I'm planning on taking monthly pics in the same bike shorts and sports bra so I can see the difference. We are gonna rock this sleeve, Girl! Luck, Hugs and God Bless!

Good Luck and God Bless to all of you!! it's almost more exciting than we can stand, huh? Please let us know how you are all doing, and WELCOME TO THE VSG FAMILY!!!!!

Right now I'm om supplements, cream soups, low fat cottage cheese and greek yogurt. I'm not getting in all my protein either but our sleeves are very new and still healing. 6 lbs is great in 5 days! I'm really trying to look at the NSVs (Non Scale Victories) as well. Good Luck to you!!!!

I was just sleeved on 3/5, but I have already realized that this is an issue. I'm honestly not sure exactly what works as "a replacement"...but I know that I have turned to this site when I feel that urge to eat something that I shouldn't.... Just getting on here and reading about other's struggles makes me feel normal, and boosts my spirits. Good Luck to you, and take advantage of this site!

I did so much better today! My first NSV for sure! I stuck to the post op diet and feel so much better! I even got more fluids in. I also switched from crystal lite to the low cal gatorade. I think my body needed the extra boost right now. Thanks for the support!!

So today I came to the sudden realization that I have not been very real with myself. I had my sleeve on Monday, 3/5/12, and followed the post op diet for ..... 2...3 ....days?? Then I just started eating little bites of various things. Nothing really bad...a tad of cheddar here, a piece of chicken nugget there, a bit of shrimp,... None of these things are terrible, but my sleeve is not ready for them. I need to slow down and let the sleeve do it's job and stop pushing to the finish line when I have barely begun the race. So, I'm back on track and following the Dr.'s post diet orders. I'm actually feeling better...a lot less discomfort. Who'da thoought the doc would know what he was talking about? LOL So today I get real and use this tool and not abuse it. Makes for a happier, healthier me.

I just love this place! Thanks so much for your stories and suggestions. It really helps!!!

Thank You!!!! Looking forward to a lot of NSV's!

You Go Girl!

But WHAT is a NSV?

PS....I feel really dingy asking this.... But, What is NSV???

So today is one week post op for me and I couldn't wait to get on the scale! 10 pounds! I am more than thrilled and looking forward to my next week!

I was wondering....how long until you are able to eat a small child's meal size rather than a couple of table spoons at a setting? LOL Not that I want to be able to eat that much...I just didn't like the way my hubby's family "noticed" how little I ate at lunch today. They were nice and not nosey...I just don't wanna be noticed for that. Sound dumb?

We are gonna rock it, girls!!!

I have found one product that I really really like. It's by ProDiet and it is not a powder but more like a syrup to add to water. I've only tried the Tropical Punch, (I add a packet of Splenda), and it tates like Tropical Punch Koolaid. It's a bit pricey (as most of these products are) but I feel like it is worth it since it tastes good. Seven packets come in a box, and the box runs from 6.99 to 8.99. There are 15 grams of protein in each packet and you add it to 5-10 oz of water. I add 2 packs to 10 oz of water with 2 packs of Splenda. Thirty easy to drink grams of protein! I got mine from Amazon.com. Hope it helps!

Thanks All! I was getting a bit nervous cuz I'm worrying too much about the protein and when I should stop drinking to get ready to eat and blah blah... I would just so much rather drink water or crystal lite than try to get down any protein.... But, It's all worth it