LilMissDiva Irene

LOL *hugs* dear... deep deep breaths!!! I understand why you're so anxious. I have to tell you, being sleeved was the best thing ever to happen to me, so you have a lot to look forward to. My fingers are crossed in hopes you will get your scheduling soon.

2bfit, how very wonderful for you! Happy 1 month sleeve-a-versary!! You're doing fabulous - ohhhh tiny dancerrr... LOL

Hi there, sometimes there will be a newly sleeved patient that will experience the "non" full feelings. I did, it hurt my esophagus with every sip so I was never able to get 5oz Protein shake in, unless you gave me 3 hours to do it. What you probably would benefit doing is measuring your portions. Your stomach has been sliced right along with your nerve endings. You're numbness will keep you from feeling any sensation of being done or close. Right now, its probably better to measure to about 3-4 oz max. Then perhaps an hour or two later go for more. Don't worry though, you are just as normal as those who do have to take it slow by force. All the best to ya, and WELCOME TO THE LOSERS BENCH!!

You're welcome! I'm on My Fitness Pal too, you can find me at Lilmissdiva_Irene - friend me there! I am going to take the month of February by storm and you will get to see how I *roll*...

I was revised from band to sleeve on 9/15/2010. I can't tell you how GLAD I am to be sleeved now. Me and the band never got along and it always seemed to work against me, not with me. In fact, I blame it for my becoming addicted to sugar - I never cared about that stuff before getting soft food syndrome. I can eat anything I want with the sleeve, no slimes, no stucks nothing. I think just being banded has gotten me an advantage in this because I do think that virgin sleevers do go through some kind of learning process with this. I did take my time in researching though, and I didn't revise for a year of trying over and over again with my band. Finally I decided to stop the insanity and try something different. It worked out for me!!!

Blackanese is right on. That said, it is not going to prevent all skin issues. Time will help with this the most. It can take up to 2 years for the full results on how well your skin will retract. IMPO, I never let this scare me from having weight loss surgery. I'd rather have some loose skin than have it packed in and be morbidly obese. I can hide my skin, I cannot hide being fat.

Hi Emma, are you logging your food or daily intake? This might really help you find the culprit in your stall. Also, when your stalled (which you are, it's been 3 weeks now) it could be your body is just learning to cope with your daily routine. You might find success with changing things up a bit. Do a new eating routine, go even lower with carbs or lower your calorie intake for a few days. I never stayed at the exact same calories or same workouts for more than a few days at a time. It always kept my body guessing and really, I never had a true stall unless you count right now. However, I'm not really *trying* to lose either anymore, so I'm fine with it. I have some eating plans that might work for you, here is a link you might find interesting. Basics Bootcamp Also, one last thing, how much Water are you getting in a day? I always tell people this is the biggest secret to my success. Tons of water! :smile1: You'll figure it out. You don't have to stop unless you believe you can't or your won't. *hugs*

Anewday, amazing!!! Thanks so much for sharing your weight losses with us. I'm sure you will really spark some hope into many. Big Hugs and here's to you losing that last 13 Lbs. Rock on!!

Awww Leah!! Lookin good miss lady!!

Oh dear... Please stay strong and get well and healed as fast as you can!!!

What great memories!!! And what a FABULOUS year and a half this has been. Do yourselves all a favor, find your surgery day thread and re-read it months out after you have reached goal. It's so WORTH IT!!! :whoo: :bananapowerslide: :bananajump: :Banane10: :Banane21: :Banane20: :woot:

I think my intense pain lasted about 2 weeks, then it started subsiding. Don't hesitate to call back to your surgeon if you feel something isn't right. Make them earn their keep.

Haa!!! Yes, best to be clear because that is what I was thinking.. and its OK if you did too. That said, I do love Us and People. Very good reads.

@HBskinny - Yes ask your Surgeon. Mine did not use the same scars. I've got 10 scars all over my stomach. I mean, its not really a big deal to me or my Hubby - but I'm sure it could be for some others. Good question.

ROFL!!! @Beach.. trashy magazines?? Seriously, that's the first time I've heard of this. I'm sure it is quite entertaining.

Hi there! I was revised from band to sleeve on 9.15.10 - and sounds like you and I had similar experiences. Though I've never needed to be hospitalized with being too tight, I certainly know how it feels to not be able to drink simple Water. If you have any questions, I'm always happy to answer any. The sleeve saved me!! I don't regret my revision even a tiny bit.

mikelyn123, Congrats on your newly sleeved tummy! Welcome to the losers bench... best of all though CONGRATS on your first pounds lost as a sleever! Whooottt!!

Sorry humpty but I couldn't help but giggle a little bit. I will start this on Feb 1st, so I'll be sure to log in myself and let you all see me doing my own little program. :ciappa:

Alright now Lili!!! :Banane57:

newgrandmother, since you mentioned you don't have any co morbidities then my personal opinion is look into being sleeved. Keep in mind too that the sleeve is able to be converted into both the Duodenal Switch or the RnY if needed in the future. Again, just my opinion... do lots of research. Good luck to you in your decision!!

You got this!! Please check in and let us know how it all turns out. I'm sure everything will be fine, but on the safe side, its just best. Xox Thank you also for the encouragement!

This status is for all of those who are going through a "stall". FYI a true stall is being at the same weight for 3 weeks or more. You will have to change up your routine to break it. That said... it took me ***6.5 YEARS*** to get from point A to point B. So if you're feeling at this moment that you will never get to your goal, YOU ABSOLUTELY WILL!!! You just have to keep fighting. Forever!!!

Good afternoon to all, lets remain calm and collected while posting please. We all have our own ways of getting to where we need to be, and what works for one may not work for another. Everyone's journey is their own and everyone has the right to express how they are working their sleeve. The important thing here is to just remain respectful when replying to someone, especially if you disagree with them. Thanking everyone in advance.

Great, please check in with your progress!! Once your 5 days are up, you just go back to following the sleever rules. I agree with the self control. I'm sure that will be something I'll battle for the rest of my life! LOL Yup!! I'm actually looking forward to starting now, but I always need a timeline to follow. I'm never as successful just starting and doing it. I'll work it out the whole month of February. My plan is to do this on Feb 1-5 and get back to Sleever rules for the rest of the month. I'm hoping I can get my belly down enough by then. Whoot!!

newgrandmother, that decision is very personal. There are positives and negatives to both surgeries. Are you a diabetic? That would be a good reason to choose RnY over the sleeve. Either way, you will have to work your tool no matter what you choose. However it is much easier to lose fast in the first few months with the RnY as well because most of what you eat are mal absorbed. That said, there are plenty of sleevers who lose all of their excess weight very quickly. It's just not as easy because everything we eat our bodies do consume. In time though, we are also successful with beating diabetes and high blood pressure... including all of the other co-morbidities that come with being obese. It's just not overnight like what can happen with RnY. Good luck on your decision. If you like, look through my profile and pictures. I lost over 100 lbs post Sleeve and I have lost over 160 lbs in total. It can be done if you put the hard work in!!!