Debi Morris

Hi! My name is Debi and I was sleeved May of 2012. I have only lost 40 lbs and after researching what I can do I have come to the realization everyone had months of classes except me. I'm starting to think it was because I paid cash, therefore, they wanted me in quickly. I went to one class the day I visited the doctor and the next day had surgery. After talking to several people I found they were required to attend several nutritional classes. When I realized what happened I contacted the doctor's office, Dr. James Atkinson & Dr. Soong, and was told I would have to pay an additional $75. I was too mad at this point to go and probably bit my own nose off to spite myself, so now I'm looking for help from all my fellow sleevers. Hoping to hear from someone. My sincere thanks

Bowcris, I was sleeved 5.15.12 and I was at 40 lbs then this am I got on the scale and it showed a gain of 3 lbs. so dang frustrating. I feel that my weight loss has been so slow. What about you?

Ashlee - words cannot express my empathy for you. It's just too much. I aspire to be as strong as you. Stay strong girl! Prayers to you always.

Oh Suzi I was sleeved on 5/15 and have only lost 18 lbs. compared to me your racing me by. I feel like a turtle. I will say however, I've noticed a lot of body changes and redistribution.

Don't feel slow. I had surgery on 5/15 and have only lost 18 lbs.

I also would like to be added to the Secret FB page. My name is Debi Scobie Morris, please someone friend me.

Another week and nothing! Uggg

Girl I feel so bad for you I wish there was something I could do. My thought and prayers are with you and I hope soon you'll be back to your normal routine. Rest as much as you can when you get home. It takes a lot out of you.

Never fear the stall will get going. Week 8 after a 2 week stall I'm down 3 pounds. Thank you Jesus!

Never mind. I read further.

To Sleeve of Steel, what is a DS? Haven't heard of that.

OMG, I laughed, was horrified and validated all at once. Have you ever thought of being a writer? I too was sick for 3 days following my surgery and was sure I had stretched my stomach back out, which my surgeon assures me I didn't. That was a nightmare. I do however, find consultation knowing someone else did also. Thanks for a great story and congratulation to you for being on your way to a new journey.

Congrats to you. You're on your way to the Losers Bench!

So glad to hear all you May Sleevera are doing so great. I'll get there, I'm sure.

Well I am experiencing the same thing but have no suggestions. I sure hope we hear some. Lol

OMG Kelly, I was sleeved May 15th, only lost 15 pounds, no pre-op diet and have not lost a pound in the last 2 weeks. It seems like what I eat, the pounds should be melting off. I just don't get it.

May 15th and only 15 lbs. I'm the failure!

Okay May sleeves, it is now 7 weeks and I'm still only 15 pounds. I eat maybe 800 - 1,000 calories a day. Have to start my day with a protein shake or don't feel right. Fiber One cereal seems to be my savior right now when nothing else wants to go down. As I mentioned before I'm on meds for bad back, Fibrommagylia and nerve damage from accident. Also have severe sleep apnea and am 56. I am totally PISSED I have not lost for 2 weeks. I just don't understand. How are all you doing?

I weigh once a week. I think I'd make myself crazy weighing once a day. Lol.

Please keep us posted Ashlee so we can follow your progress. Happy thoughts to you!

The feeling you are experiencing is normal for everyone with the exception of the length of time it takes to go away. I was sleeved 6 weeks ago and just recently have been able to tolerate water. I've found that to be normal throughout the treads on this site. I also want to clarify the straw dilemma. The reason they don't want you to use one is due to the air in can create in your stomach. I have always used straws before sleeved and if I use one now, sometimes it's tolerable, others, not so good. Seems to depend on the day. Make sure you look through all the threads on here and I'm confidant you'll find great suggestions for all you encounter. Good luck with your journey.

Thank you all for your positive feedback and suggestions. It just seems as little as I've been eating it should be falling off! Thank you my slow looser friends.

I am so disheartened with my surgery. Was sleeved exactly 6 weeks ago. I had lost 15 pounds at week 5. Was informed by my doctor that 3 pounds a week was great. Well today, 6 weeks, I've gained 1 pound. I already feel like I'm slowly losing this weight but to gain? Does anyone have any feedback? Please?

Good luck to you. You will be perfect. Tomorrows the easy part. Promise. So rest tonight and keep us posted.

Congratulations Christie. Best decision in my life. May sleever.