SweetTee

None, other than the regret of not doing this years ago.

I was sleeved on 2/19 and I haven't hot 50 lbs yet. I started at 261 and today I finally hit 219. I was stalled. But people say I look thinner and I have been wearing clothes that I haven't been able to fit into for over 2 years. Today I put on a pair of crop pants that I won't be able to wear again. They were literally falling off of me. Slow weight loss is frustrating but it's weight loss and that's what matters. I can't wait until I hit onederland. Oh and I'm short. I'm 5' 1".

Hello fellow Sleevers. I enjoy reading everyone's posts, and the trials and tribulations of all the changes happening to our bodies. It is nice knowing that I am not alone. I was sleeved in Tijuana on Feb. 9. I started out at 282 pounds, and am now down to 217, which is a loss of 65 pounds (includes pre-op). Although I had a range of 3 sizes in my closet, very few things fit me anymore. It seems like body changes everyday!
It has not been an easy journey for me... I developed a complication of surgery which was a blood clot in my liver, and have begun anti-coagulant therapy. I knew there was a problem when I returned to Canada, as I was in more pain than I was after surgery. It took a month to diagnose, and was only caught because of a CT scan. I ended up being off work for 2 months. This condition requires a lot of extra care and doctoring, but things seem to be getting better.
My weight loss seems to go in fits and spurts. I will lose rapidly for several days, then stall out. Every time my medication gets increased, I seem to stall out for a while. I, too stalled out at 4 weeks, which was a combination of the complication, medication, and change from liquids to solids. I have only had two incidents of vomiting, once early on because I ate too fast, and once a few weeks ago, but I believe that was an allergic reaction. My hair fell out a lot right before surgery, and occasionally it does now, but it's nothing I'm worried about.
I had difficulty with Protein Shakes, and I think I would rather starve before I ever touch another one of those shakes again. EVER!!! I started eating eggs at 3 weeks, and eased into soft foods and solids way ahead of schedule, but I couldn't get my Protein any other way, and was tired of how sweet everything seemed to be. I am not always good at getting in my Water and protein, but I do manage at least 1 litre of water, and about 40g of protein. I don't count calories, I pretty much eat whatever I want within reason, and never more than about 3/4 cup. I rarely snack between meals, and I go nowhere without a bottle of water. I have a soy, nut, and seafood allergy, so this limits a lot of food choices, as does not being able to have green leafy vegetables until the anticoagulant therapy is done in a few months. The more time goes by, the less issues I have tolerating foods. I still have not tried steak, but seem to be doing well with most things. Anything with artificial sweeteners make me ill. I stay away from bread and Pasta as much as I can, and try to stick to protein and produce. I have had treats along the way, but small amounts and usually only once or twice a week. I had soft ice cream for lunch on Monday! I am relearning how to cook for the new me. i am rarely bothered by hunger anymore, but still have trouble remembering to slow down when I eat. I don't think I'll ever get used to the no drinking and eating at the same time.
I have a congenital spinal issue which caused me a great deal of pain, and was the motivating factor for having the sleeve surgery. I have been able to cut out all pain medication, with the exception of occasional use of extra-strength tylenol. My blood pressure is now on the low side of normal instead of the high side of normal. I try to walk about 15 km a week, go to aquafit twice a week, and don't experience any pain when walking. Moving feels great!
I still have a long ways to go, and sometimes I get frustrated because it doesn't seem like it's happening fast enough. Sometimes it's hard to focus on how far I've already gone. I am anxiously awaiting my passage into "onederland", which is 17 pounds away. So close, yet so far away! I have encountered some interesting judgements about my decision to have surgery, particularly in the medical field, but those close to me are very supportive. Sometimes people give compliments that really don't seem like compliments, but that's ok. They don't my journey and I don't know theirs. I will continue to enjoy the rest of my journey, wherever it leads me.
The first picture was the day before surgery, and second one was at the end of April, so about 11 weeks later.
Take care all. Thanks for sharing.

Here's an early update. I'm still just 9 weeks out but I'm loving my results so far. Trying to remain active and exercise. In tracking everything on MFP. I wish I could get my carb intake down more and my Protein intake up but this is truly a learning process. The first picture is a week before surgery 2/2013 and the second pic is last week 5/2013.

Yes I've had soda. It didn't cause any problems but it did make me feel very full for hours. It was like the bubbles just sat in there the rest of the day. Some people tolerate it very well though. My suggestion would be to just have a couple sips here and there, for no other reason than to avoid the full feeling that may keep you from eating real food.< /p>
Oh - and good for you having the very nerve to ask a question that our die-hard forum members will consider a "rule breaking" behavior:) Get ready for all the preaching that will most likely follow your question. Just go ahead and read it all while having a taste of your favorite carbonated beverage.

Here's an early update. I'm still just 9 weeks out but I'm loving my results so far. Trying to remain active and exercise. In tracking everything on MFP. I wish I could get my carb intake down more and my Protein intake up but this is truly a learning process. The first picture is a week before surgery 2/2013 and the second pic is last week 5/2013.

Here's an early update. I'm still just 9 weeks out but I'm loving my results so far. Trying to remain active and exercise. In tracking everything on MFP. I wish I could get my carb intake down more and my Protein intake up but this is truly a learning process. The first picture is a week before surgery 2/2013 and the second pic is last week 5/2013.

Sleeved by Dr. Garcia feb. 16, 2013
Surgery 232
Cw 187
Down 45lbs! Loving it!

Height 5'1 Age: 38
HW: 232
SD: 02/26/2013 weight on SD 222 (by Dr Garcia's scale)
CW: 191
Total loss: 41 pounds

Here's an early update. I'm still just 9 weeks out but I'm loving my results so far. Trying to remain active and exercise. In tracking everything on MFP. I wish I could get my carb intake down more and my Protein intake up but this is truly a learning process. The first picture is a week before surgery 2/2013 and the second pic is last week 5/2013.

Height 5'1 Age: 38
HW: 232
SD: 02/26/2013 weight on SD 222 (by Dr Garcia's scale)
CW: 191
Total loss: 41 pounds

Here's an early update. I'm still just 9 weeks out but I'm loving my results so far. Trying to remain active and exercise. In tracking everything on MFP. I wish I could get my carb intake down more and my Protein intake up but this is truly a learning process. The first picture is a week before surgery 2/2013 and the second pic is last week 5/2013.

Height 5'1 Age: 38
HW: 232
SD: 02/26/2013 weight on SD 222 (by Dr Garcia's scale)
CW: 191
Total loss: 41 pounds

NSV for me today. My daughter had been at a camping trip over the weekend. When I went to pick her up, I was walking toward her from the car and she looked at me and said, "you're getting skinny mom!". I haven't heard those works ever : ) it was really nice. I was 221 pre-surgery. Day of surgery I was 200. I had surgery 2/25 and I am now 173.5. It feels really good.

Me too sleeved 2/27 in Mexico 5'6 down 32lbs

Sleeved 2/28 and down 30. I am 5 ft 2. I have 50 more to go and this seems crazy slow but I keep telling myself it didn't jump on me fast and will not leave me fast either.

55 pounds!!!

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I'm 11 days post op and noticing a difference already!

Sleeved August 1, 2012
Hw 335
Cw 200
Completed 50 mile bike ride yesterday!
In 3hrs 27 mins
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I finally made it home to Louisiana safe and sound. Thanks to all my VST family for all the prayers and well wishes. For those of you that are traveling to Mi hospital and following in my steps, Dr Garcia and his staff will take excellent care of you. Trust in God and press on. If he brings you to it, he will bring you through it!

Ok so here's a little update. Dr Luna came along with Rosie and removed the staples. Didn't hurt one bit. He gave me some wound care instructions and advised me on some dietary issues as well. Rosie called later and offered to take me shopping or site seeing but I passed. I have to be up for 6 am to cross the border for my flight at 11 am so I will rest and pack. I know when I get home the kiddos will keep me real busy. Overall my experience has been great. I was well taken care of and I really have no complaints. The entire staff of Ready 4a change has been wonderful. I pray that my recovery continues to go smoothly and I don't run into any issues (leaks, strictures, etc). I am anxious to get home to the states and see my family.

We did it!

You look great! Congrats to you on all your success! I can only pray that I experience some of the same results on due time. Thanks for sharing.