Kelly1334

Thank you! Protein shakes galore! I've been fallowing instructions to the t and I'm active like crazy! Just ran my first rugged maniac yesterday! Good luck girl!

Ugh I'm getting so bony in my hip area but still have a fat pad above my public bone! I'm -80lbs now at 170 ..it bothers me when I'm nude but all and all not so much. Guess ill wait and see. I'm only 4.5 months out so..ill post a pic..been wearing shaping underwear with dresses it helps a tiny bit

250 to 170 sleeved feb 28 2013...did this for my chronic migraine pain couldn't be happier! Running my first rugged maniac tomorrow!

Sleeves feb 28 down -65lbs! Feeling great loving life!

That's defiantly a tough situation. I can relate to the guilty feeling. I also admit that be been tempted a few times to make myself vomit. Perhaps thinking about the reasons you chose this surgery in the first place will help when you feel like purging. How has your search been going for a counselor? I saw a thread earlier for over eaters anonymous thats a good resource. Also I know at my gastric center they welcome anyone to the support groups who wants to join. I'd urge you to look in your area for free groups as well. It's common after a huge lifestyle change when we feel that we lose control (like getting sleeved) it often feels like too fast of a change. Since we were used to controlling large amounts of food in our body before, now we can control food that goes out. Perhaps you can find an alternate outlet that gives you similar relief to purging? Art, music, friends? I don't mean to get personal but using your supports such as friends family ect is also very important. Good luck Hun!

Yea I have emerald cravings nothing in particular. I haven't given into sweets in months but I def need to get another hobby not with food haha maybe shopping lol

I use those heat wraps that stick to your body. They last all day and work really well I get horrible cramps. Also mild Ativan .5mg if your dr will give it to you works well too or a muscle relaxer

Anyone notice they're eating more throughout the day before/during their period? I feel like in eating too much but I know it's just because I eat so little now. I don't want to sound neurotic but I'm due for my period next week and I already see the bloating/cravings starting. Anyone else have this increased appetite? It's a whole new experience trying to combat this with being sleeved.

Happened to me at my period but I kept workin out and are more protein and now I'm down another 10lbs about two weeks later

Sleeved feb 28 down 60lbs.

Sounds like you need to address the mental aspect of why your purging and why your going to that extreme. Control issue? Insecurity? past trauma? Any hospital will have mental health services social workers or clinician you can seek out even if you need to go through the ER. They can't refuse you treatment if you don't have the cash. Best of luck

Thanks guys! I'm addicted to the gym now can't wait to get there today!

Hey guys two months today..gym almost everyday or an outdoor activity..hiking kayaking ect. Doing great with my food and chronic pain! Here's me last night -56 lbs and down to a size 12.... 194.2lbs... So great to be under 200!

I just downloaded the app I'm going to tart today! I'm starting to train for a mud run with some girls from work

Hey guys I can relate. I'm also chronic pain as I have chronic migraine. For the last three years I've had migraines Everday varying in intensity. What I found was there are your better days (and worse) so start slow. Park farther from the grocery store. Walk to get the mail once a day and then make it twice a day. There's also chair exercise you can do. Grab a family member or friend to help motivate you. Don't feel like you have to go running, go at your own pace. Thankfully with the surgery I've had SO much relief that I've been able to start worki out again and it's such a relief! I hope this helps a little. Best of luck. I can relate entirely. Xx

Sleeved 2/28 down 49 lbs total including a few lbs pre op ..just home from the gym!

Me too. I'm 6 weeks out and I don't crave sweets anymore. I'm craving veggies and fruits. I can't wait to have a salad!

Thanks guy, I appreciate the feed back!

He knows be has surgery because its on my Facebook. but I'm not sure if he knows exactly what surgery. I did meet him pre surgery when I actually felt more confident, oddly enough.

Hi I just had a similar situation six weeks out. I couldn't hold many things down and my protein was low. I ended up being dehydrated. Perhaps u need iv fluids? Made a world of difference!!