Mom2IrishTwins

Mmmmm. I was sleeved 9/11 so close to you. Cannot WAIT for a nice salad!!

Is your surgeon cool with you eating salad? I have to wait 6 months for veggies.

I just typed a huge response and my 2-year old rolled onto the laptop in his sleep and deleted it. So this is going to be a summary. Right now I am supposed to get 70 grams Protein but no more than 600 calories. Types of protein.... Premier Nutrition Ready-Made Protein shakes (Costco) - 30 Grams Protein, 160 calories eggs (1 would be a meal) 7 grams protein, 80 cals Reduced-Fat Peanut Butter (2 tbsp's) 9 grams protein, 160 cals Kirkland (Costco) Frozen Turkey Patties - 35 grams protein, 200 cals Foster Farms Turkey Homestyle Meatballs (costco) - 20 grams protein, 160 cals chicken Breast - Can't remember calorie count Greek Yogurt Steak Ground Turkey Shrimp Other Fish - Swordfish, Tilapia, Tuna (though watch the mercury content) Stuff like that.

Thanks everybody!

My ticker is correct - And that 31 lbs is only to MY personal goal of 160. My surgeon would like me to be ar 146 which means losing an additional 45 lbs. Yikes. I have a stomach so I guess some will come from there, hopefuily!

I was 262 at Surgery Date but here is a picture of me at 319 as my before VS "In-Progress" Pic.

Thanks so much, everyone. The highest weight I've ever been was 336 - Right before delivering my youngest child who is now almost 2 years old. When I decided to get surgery I was 288. 262 on Surgery date. Tips... Follow Dr's orders exactly, stay focused. I've cheated twice in three months and they were small cheats. I kicked myself in the butt for a minute and then got right back on plan. Tons of Water - 80-100 ounces per day. Tons of Protein. No cream Soups, no mashed potatoes, no Jello - PROTEIN, PROTEIN! I really didn't exercise much (except chasing around a 1 year old and a 2 year old all day) but just joined a rigorous workout program last week (Crossfit) and I'm seeing great results already from that. That's it, I guess. Just stay focused, keep your eye on the ball and Good luck to those who haven't been sleeved yet - This is going to change your life if you work it!!

Sorry about the 3 pictures! lol

Please ignore the mess in my children's room.

I used Boost "High Protein" shakes and then added, I think, a half-scoop of Protein powder - Just Walgreen's brand. It had 30 grams of protein/160 calories per scoop. Everyone's different but my dr. had me drink 2 ounces at a time, 4 times per day. Good luck - You won't regret it, I promise!

Thank you! I literally have to buy new clothes (pants, specifically) every single month. I buy one pair per month, in a different size each time - I hate spending the money but I guess it's a nice "problem" to have!

Hah! I'm not sure I have a secret but - I follow the surgeon's guidelines really well. and 70 grams of Protein and no more than 600 calories (Usually more around 500) as instructed. Other than two occasions in 3 months, I've not eaten ANYthing I'm not supposed to. Tons of Water - 80 to 100 ounces per day and I did just recently (like, last week) join a gym called Crossfit where they are working my tail off. GL on your surgery!!

You are both faster losers - I have been told that 20 lbs. is average for the entire first month. I lost 30 lbs. my first month and my surgeon was blown away, so 20 lbs in one week - AMAZING. 26 lbs. in 10 days also amazing!

You look beautiful! Great job!

So thankful I made the decision (after lots of going back and forth) to have this surgery! It is coming off much faster than I had expected and I already feel a world of difference! 31 lbs. until goal!

Thank you!!

Okay. I'll be 3 months out on Tuesday. I'm feeling confused as to what I should be taking in. Especiallys icne I just joined a really rigorous exercise program and not sure if I need to increase Protein, etc. because of that. I currently do 3 meals - either 1/4 cup of protein or a protein shake as a replacement meal but no Snacks or additional Protein Drinks. What were you consuming around month 3?

Really interesting! Are the 2 shakes in addition to the 4 meals or included as 2 of those meals? I know that most people are instructed to eat Snacks and what not - My surgeon was adamant about 3 meals only so those 1/4 cups (well now, somewhere between 1/4 and 1/2 cup) have been just the times a day. It works out to about 500 calories per day most of the time. Sometimes I replace one of those meals with a Protein Shake (Usually if I'm in a hurry!)

I was told 1/4 cup for months 0-3, 1/2 cup for months 3-6, 3/4 cup for 6-9 and 1 cup, I believe from 9+ on. I'll be 3 months in 2 days and I would say I'm in between 1/4 cup and 1/2 cup.

It does get better. The first week was hard for me. Hang in there!

I am not touching this again because I don't want to get banned or anything, but... WOW!

Thanks everybody!!

We had the same surgeon!!! Great job on your weight loss!

That sounds delicious! Thank you! And what is egg face?

Totally agree. Of course we've all had issues with will power or we wouldn't be here, BUT... this is it, folks. If you mess this up, what option is left to help you fix your obesity? 10 days out of surgery is no time to be cheating - and not once - with fried dough but then to follow that up with Chef Boyardee which you think is "pretty good because there's some meat in it." Great post, Delta-girl. This isn't about bullying, it absolutely is tough love. You can do this, you have to put your mind to it and make the right choices, over and over again. Again, good luck!