JackieV

Today makes 8 months. I've slowed way down and I'm okay with that. I hit my clothing size goal but I'm still 30-45lbs from my weight goal.

Oh no, I might need to venture out and see them. I'm currently at my desk forbidding myself from going to our cafe, they have carrot cake there today and I really, really want some. BUT I want to be under 200 more. It's touch and go, thankfully my phone keeps ringing and I can't escape my desk.
Since this is my 1st post in the Veterans category I should introduce myself a little. I was sleeved almost 8 months ago, I'm down 114lbs and now fighting to lose the rest. It's slowed way down, hunger has returned and my sleeve has matured. I find myself relating to this category more than the others. I appreciate all the support everyone gives each other.

Step away from the carrot cake! You can make something that is delicious and will do much less damage... plan ahead girl. You can do it!

Oh no, I might need to venture out and see them. I'm currently at my desk forbidding myself from going to our cafe, they have carrot cake there today and I really, really want some. BUT I want to be under 200 more. It's touch and go, thankfully my phone keeps ringing and I can't escape my desk.
Since this is my 1st post in the Veterans category I should introduce myself a little. I was sleeved almost 8 months ago, I'm down 114lbs and now fighting to lose the rest. It's slowed way down, hunger has returned and my sleeve has matured. I find myself relating to this category more than the others. I appreciate all the support everyone gives each other.

Oh no, I might need to venture out and see them. I'm currently at my desk forbidding myself from going to our cafe, they have carrot cake there today and I really, really want some. BUT I want to be under 200 more. It's touch and go, thankfully my phone keeps ringing and I can't escape my desk.
Since this is my 1st post in the Veterans category I should introduce myself a little. I was sleeved almost 8 months ago, I'm down 114lbs and now fighting to lose the rest. It's slowed way down, hunger has returned and my sleeve has matured. I find myself relating to this category more than the others. I appreciate all the support everyone gives each other.

Had my 6 mo post appt yesterday. Surgeon was very happy. Hit my surgeon's goal of 165 lbs.
HW 263
Pre op 242
SW 233
CW 165
77lbs lost and feeling great.

Today marks 7 months post op. pre-op 315, SW 294, today 208.
I am still only able to eat max 2 oz Protein at a meal. 60 pounds until I reach the lowest goal I have set. Realistically, I set my goal at 30 more lbs. I'll see how I feel and go from there. I've also upped my calories to 1200 and most days I'm able to hit it with 6 meals and guacamole.
Hope everyone else is doing great.

You guys are doing awesome. Congrats to all the feb Sleevers

Thank you. I can't wait to hit the next mini goal. 199 for DisneyWorld. Last year I was 315 at Disneyland and it was so uncomfortable. I can't wait to rock it at DisneyWorld

Another quick update. I hit my surgeons goal of 60% excess weight loss yesterday, woke up today and dropped a few more pounds which puts me at 100lbs down. Yay, for my sleeve.

5 to my surgeons goal. I am thinking I have anywhere from 40-70 until my final goal. I plan to play it by ear and see where I am most comfortable.
My biggest piece of advice is to listen to your body. It took a few months for me to stop eating once i felt satisfied. Early out, I would eat to clear my measured amount or until I was uncomfortable. Now I stop at the first hint of fullness.
I make sure to eat lots of Protein but I don't treat this as a diet. If I want something bad enough I will allow for it. I really love my sleeve because I can have 1-2 bites and be over the cravings. From time to time I will notice bad habits creeping back and I zap them quickly. Whenever my weight loss starts to slow or i feel like i am slacking i will cut back to the basics of protein and low carb.
The plan I've been following is 800-1000 calories, 60+ protein and under 70 carbs. I was on a stricter plan but my nut changed things after a few months since I had already lost a lot.
I also think it's important not to compare yourself to anyone else. I remember being so frustrated that I was behind everyone else. After the crazy beginning loss, I've been averaging anywhere from 1 to 3 pounds a week, about 11-12 a month. It doesn't seem like a lot but time is on our side, it's added up to huge numbers.

Today I've reached 7 months post op. I'm a success from my surgeons stand point but I have about 30-60lbs until my final goal.
Pre-op 315, SW 294, today 208.3

Today I've reached 7 months post op. I'm a success from my surgeons stand point but I have about 30-60lbs until my final goal.
Pre-op 315, SW 294, today 208.3

You guys are doing awesome. Congrats to all the feb Sleevers

Today I've reached 7 months post op. I'm a success from my surgeons stand point but I have about 30-60lbs until my final goal.
Pre-op 315, SW 294, today 208.3

Thank you all. Okay today I most add one more. I found my collar bones. How exciting, they've been hiding for years. I really do love my sleeve.
The before was about 2-3 months post op. The second was today. ( new hair day)

Thank you. I can't wait to hit the next mini goal. 199 for DisneyWorld. Last year I was 315 at Disneyland and it was so uncomfortable. I can't wait to rock it at DisneyWorld

Thank you. I can't wait to hit the next mini goal. 199 for DisneyWorld. Last year I was 315 at Disneyland and it was so uncomfortable. I can't wait to rock it at DisneyWorld

Today I've reached 7 months post op. I'm a success from my surgeons stand point but I have about 30-60lbs until my final goal.
Pre-op 315, SW 294, today 208.3

Thank you. I can't wait to hit the next mini goal. 199 for DisneyWorld. Last year I was 315 at Disneyland and it was so uncomfortable. I can't wait to rock it at DisneyWorld

Thank you. I can't wait to hit the next mini goal. 199 for DisneyWorld. Last year I was 315 at Disneyland and it was so uncomfortable. I can't wait to rock it at DisneyWorld