Gettingmylifeback11/2012

My nutritionist said I need more protein, But how much can I possibly eat? I had the lab band in 2009 and didnt have this much hair loss. Since the sleeve almost 4 mos ago its been non stop as of last month.

When is it going to end? I had my surgery 4 mos ago and the 3mos hit and it just is all over, I shower I feel like I can make a wig with what has been falling out. I don't know what I should do? HELP!!!

My surgery was November 28 down 31lbs. I feel good so far except for days where I feel really weak and always feel like I am starving. Other than that, I am happy with my progress.

I too have had this and I am 5 weeks out. Drinking fluid helps but it seems like it comes back within the hour. I always feel like I am hungry, instead of eating food I will tr an ice pop or a sugar free fudge pop.

Sannah, I know exactly how you feel, i was sleeved Nov 28 and I have a 14mo old and felt so helpless! All he wanted was for me to do everything with him, I felt so guilty. But now my Dr. cleared me and I can pick him up, cuddle and play with him. It's all worth it. So far i have lost 25lbs since my surgery. Good luck!!!

At my 1 month Check up, my Doc said I was cleared to have a glass of wine when I wanted. So I guess it depends on your surgeon.

Thank you Connie, I just feel sometimes I just might not get to where I want to be.

GIGi3 I was cracking up on your we fatties line....I too miss my glass of wine every now and then. I am only 2 weeks out, my surgeon allows 1 glass every so often. I would advise you double check with your surgeon. I wouldn't abuse the every so often, don't forget the stomach lining is not as thick as before. Also if your still taking the antacids be careful!!

Amazon13 I dont eat cottage cheese, but I did have pureed tuna and chili, thanks for the recommendation!!

I have had pureed chicken with gravy, but I dont eat prawns. I did have some smashed shrimp in a white wine lemon sauce, about 2 shrimp .

softwsolu1 I have not made that yet and have everything but the cheese. Tomorrow I am making pizza for the Husband and kids and I am gonna make the Ricotta. I will let you know how it was, I heard nothing but rave reviews about it.

Lorraine, What is Muller Rice? I dont eat custard either, very picky eater. EBUCKS, I was able to et eggs, mashed potatoes with low fat gravy and Beans. Now I dont know what else to eat?

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Is it? I have had soups and vegetables have been so soft they are mush when I eat it. I have had mashed potatoes, beans and Eggs. I don't know what else to eat? I am getting bored with the food. Thursday I start soft foods, so maybe it will get better. I will start in the morning at one wait then by the time bedtime comes it goes up by 1lb. I do 3 protein shakes a day too and lots of fluids. Is this normal?

I had my sleeve done 11/28 and have always been a picky eater, so far I have lost since the surgery date 18lbs. I am on pureed foods and feel like I am at a loss as to what to eat on a daily basis. I don't eat oatmeal, I just started to eat fish, PLEASE HELP!!!! ALL and ANY ADVICE IS MUCH NEEDED!!!! I do not want to fail!! Thank you in advance :-)

Sarah, I was told no lifting more than 5lbs for 6wks because the stomach can split open.

I have to agree, I do not want to end up in the ER or away from home at all.

Its so hard but I don't want to be away from him longer so I am doin as told, thank you for all the reassurance.

I had my surgery on 11/28 and came home 12/1. I am unable to pick up my lil one who is only 13months and its breaking my heart. Is anyone else going thru the same thing? I was originally banded in 2009 and went from band to sleeve and feeling great, except for my baby.

Congratulations, welcome to the official sleevers..lol Had mine done on the 11/28 and so far so good!!

The Dr said after effects from anesthesia, also, if you didn't cut out caffeine before surgery it can be caffeine withdrawals. Hope all works well, you can take tylenol liquid or crush it in water.

That sounds delish and easy!!

Does anyone have a recipe for pizza, that's not full of fat? I am so craving a slice with onion and mushroom?

My Dr. doesnt allow this as there is too much sodium in it. Chk the labels.

Thank you so much!! I booked my appointments back to back but still had to do 6 mos of nutrition because of insurance, but that was with the lap band, now since I already saw the Dr, I only had to do the Endoscopy with Dr. Oh. My surgery is at Mountainside Hospital. Good Luck to you!! I felt hesitant at first too, but he is great!!