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That's what I was afraid of! I'm 7 days post op so the skin isn't an issue yet. But I was looking forward to not being as self conscious because of the weight loss but I know if I have gross skin hanging I'll be just as self conscious! Oh well! At least I'll look great with clothes on! Lol

I have them on and off. But when I eat mashed potatoes that seems to help. Hope that helps!

I agree Dee. I know I've lost a nice amount but I expected to lose more. When you hear of people losing 30 lbs in 2 weeks and you only lose half of that its kind of a bummer.

We just have to stick with it! I'm sure it'll come off!

I agree Dee. I know I've lost a nice amount but I expected to lose more. When you hear of people losing 30 lbs in 2 weeks and you only lose half of that its kind of a bummer.

I was told not to use a straw. But I don't see how I could possibly take in any more air than I do when sipping.

I have hit a stall! I think because TOM, but I don't care I'm still thankful for my current progress. I lost 13lbs in 12 days post opt and 26 total from my starting weight! Again I'm happy! Praise God!

Yeah, I didn't loose any weight for 8 days and that was right after the Surg. But now it's starting to move down again at about 3/4 lb a day BUT also remember that someone who's 300+ lbs is gonna drop much more weight than someone who's 200+ you know. So really you can't compare yourself to others. Make sure you eat so you can keep your metabolism going and get enough Protein so you don't loose muscle.
Pretty soon you'll be sharing your before and after pics ; )
Good luck

Ikr I have no choice but this two shall pass

We just have to stick with it! I'm sure it'll come off!

Have no worries, remember most of us were yoyo dieters, our bodies are used to going in and out of starvation mode and up and down on the scale. This is permanent and our bodies have not realized it yet... give it time... and stop stressing, Our adrenal glands can still produce cortisol so relax.... count your calories and try weighing only on Fridays. I know its hard but we have each other for support. We got this!

That's what I was afraid of! I'm 7 days post op so the skin isn't an issue yet. But I was looking forward to not being as self conscious because of the weight loss but I know if I have gross skin hanging I'll be just as self conscious! Oh well! At least I'll look great with clothes on! Lol

Does anybody else here, besides me, think that pokey and big country are the same person?
I mean they are never on at the same time.
And she keeps posting his pictures and promoting him???

THIS.

Omg I'm so hungry too , I'm 6 days post op...

The scale has made me its b*tch
I weigh multiple times per day

Down 23 lbs in 2 weeks !
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Hey just wanted to update everyone. I am 6 days post op and today is the best I've felt since surgery. I have lost 7 pounds from the day I came home from the hospital (the 28th). I've been taking Gas X and pain meds as needed and no nausea meds. I haven't had any issues getting food down...liquids cause a lot if grumbling and belching but nothing I can't deal with. I ate mashed potatoes for the first time yesterday and I had my first real BM (meaning no medicine to help and it wasn't liquidy sorry if TMI!). Still hoping my weight loss kicks in to hard drive...but until then steady she goes! Hope everyone is doing well!

Saggy skin gets in the way a LOT less than solid rolls! I'm not lovin my extra skin, but I'm not gonna let it ruin a good time, either!

Hey just wanted to update everyone. I am 6 days post op and today is the best I've felt since surgery. I have lost 7 pounds from the day I came home from the hospital (the 28th). I've been taking Gas X and pain meds as needed and no nausea meds. I haven't had any issues getting food down...liquids cause a lot if grumbling and belching but nothing I can't deal with. I ate mashed potatoes for the first time yesterday and I had my first real BM (meaning no medicine to help and it wasn't liquidy sorry if TMI!). Still hoping my weight loss kicks in to hard drive...but until then steady she goes! Hope everyone is doing well!

Hey just wanted to update everyone. I am 6 days post op and today is the best I've felt since surgery. I have lost 7 pounds from the day I came home from the hospital (the 28th). I've been taking Gas X and pain meds as needed and no nausea meds. I haven't had any issues getting food down...liquids cause a lot if grumbling and belching but nothing I can't deal with. I ate mashed potatoes for the first time yesterday and I had my first real BM (meaning no medicine to help and it wasn't liquidy sorry if TMI!). Still hoping my weight loss kicks in to hard drive...but until then steady she goes! Hope everyone is doing well!

Even though we just have tiny little scars, we have had MAJOR surgery. This will take time to heal. There will be bruising internally and externally, there will be a lot of swelling. This will not go down in just days, it will take weeks or even months to completely heal. We do need to be patient with this and give our new sleeves time to heal. Some of the people who have had big losses may have had more to lose, or they may be carrying more Fluid than you, they may have muscle wasting instead of just fat loss. Try not to compare yourselves to them, we are all different. When was the last time you consistently lost two lbs or more each week? I have never consistently lost large amounts for a long time, I am thrilled to be losing two pounds a week!
I had my surgery on August 7th. Today is the first day where I actually feel good about my sleeve, where I understand what it is doing for me and what I have to do for it. It all takes time and patience and there are a multiple of minor inconveniences along the way. I do feel for you all but I do think in a few weeks you will be past this stage and look back on your posts and wonder what all the fuss was about..

Hey guys! I'm 4 days post op and doing ok. For the most part I am fine...but I get really bad stomach cramps when I eat or drink. But I've found that if I take my pain meds before eating the cramp aren't so bad. I also have not had a bowel movement since the morning of my surgery. I just took some milk of magnesia so hopefully that helps. I haven't had any hunger at all so I have to make myself eat and drink. I can't wait to start feeling normal again!

Hey everyone! Just wanted to give you all am update. I was sleeved yesterday morning and I'm so happy to be on the losers bench! Last night was very hard because of the gas pain and bloating. I couldn't get comfortable at all. But today I feel much better. I'm able to keep down my liquids and meals so far. They are still waiting for me to pass gas though.

I have Surgery in the morning! I check in at 8:00am at St. Luke's Hospital in Phoenix. I have to pack my clothes up and I will keep y'all posted! I feel that this will be a walk in the park, I had 2 lung biopsies and 3 C-Sections! I'm looking forward to this one as much as the birth of my children... I am a praying woman so pray with me for a speedy recovery...