Tiny One

WLS surgery is a great tool if you allow it to be. I did the yo yo diet thing and gained more than I would lose. Over the past years, I knew I was overweight. But never thought I was in the morbid obesity category. At the end of my yearly routine exams, my doctor gave me a pamphlet on morbid obesity. He did that 3 years in a row. What a rude awakening. I was in denial for about 3 years until the doctor threatened to medicate me for HPB, high cholesterol & diabetes. I woke up real fast and embraced the idea that this tool could really help me get & stay healthy. Glad I embraced it. I've never been or felt healthier. No medications, all levels are normal, no more back/joint pain, and sleep apnea has disappeared. Best thing I've ever done for myself. My only regret was not doing it sooner. But maybe I wasn't ready. But I love my VSG, it's my new best friend. Good luck with your decision.

Get more fluids in & try some cardio. That worked for me. Good luck & hang in there.

At 2 weeks, I wouldn't worry, it's still very new. Your body still has a lot of that gas & junk that they pumped in you for the surgery. Don't worry. Stick to your plan & you'll be pleasantly surprised. I noticed that its normal for me that my weight fluctuates in any given week. I would weigh myself on Mondays & notice 1or 2 lbs gained which would worry me, but by Thursday I've lost them. So don't worry. Stick to your plan & it will work out. Good luck!!!!

That's the acid reflux. When you eat or drink anything, wait a couple of hours before you lie down.

I gave it up 2 months pre-op. None for 6 mons post-op & then got approval to do 1 cup. So i started out mixing half decaf w half reg until I could tolerate it. Now I do 1 reg cup daily with no problem.

Yes, this could be your normal. We all lose somewhat differently. Just stay on track & you'll be pleasantly surprised. I lost an average of 12 lbs per month. Most dropped rapidly in first 6 months, then it slowed down for 2 month but later the weight loss picked up again. I met my goal in 1 year. So stay with it & Good Luck!!!!

Been married going on 20 years. We both were pretty skinny when we met. We've had a good relationship pre- VSG, and it's even better now. Husband has been supportive from the beginning as he knew I needed to do something to get healthy. Things couldn't be better & we are both in it to win it.

The only person that knows at work us my HR rep. I had one lady that seemed to be a bit obsessive with my weight loss. Every conversation we had always turned the focus on my weight loss. I tried to tell her politely a few times, but it didn't work. The last time, 4 months ago, I told her she was getting out of hand, she was being offensive & it must stop. Can you believe her feelings were hurt & she's not said another word to me since?

OMG, please feel better soon. Prayers sent!!!!

Nice transformation. You look like a totally different person. Keep up the good work.

At 6 mons post op, my doc told me if I needed the caffeine, do half reg & half decaf. So, I've been doing that for the last 6 mons and it satisfies me.

It's been a year on nov 7. One glass of wine gets me tipsy now. Before the sleeve, it would take 3 glasses. I also Tried a shot of tequila once & was soooo done, I had a bad dream. Same thing happened when I tried drinking Hennessy with lemon. I just can't do the strong stuff anymore & I'm ok with that.

Nice, congrats!!!

My pre-op diet was 10 says. Afterwards, the post op duet stages lasted 5 weeks. Took my doctor less than a week to get approval. There was some pain, but it was tolerable. After my 4th or 5th day, I needed no more pain meds. It will be 1 year tomorrow & I have no regrets. You'll do well just follow your doctors rules. Good luck!

Nice transformation. I'm approaching a year on nov 7. Time does fly.

Great!!! Can't wait to see you on the loser's bench.

It will pass. Just follow your doctors guidelines & the lbs will start dropping like crazy. It's still early for you & your body still has some of that junk that they pumped in you for the surgery. stay patient & just watch what happens. Good luck!!!

Good luck to all of you nov 4thers. Can't wait to see you on the losers bench.

Glad you are doing well & continue to be an inspiration.

Nice, girl go on & buy those shorts. You can definitely pull them off! Own & display that new body. I'll be 1 year post op on 11/7 & still can't believe some of the things I can wear now. Great job!!!! Keep up the good work!!!!

I was excited & fearful, but knew I wanted to be thinner & healthier. So glad I got sleeved. Been a very positive journey for me. Nov 7 will be 1 year post op & I'm down 72 lbs& loving it. Follow your doctors rules & you'll do well.

Linda, you are so right. I often say I'm glad I didn't stumble upon this forum until after my surgery. While the positive posts would've helped, I'm sure the negative posts would've scare me too. It will be 1 yr since my sleeve & I've had nothing but positive experiences. So Yoly, trust your doctors, follow their guidelines & you'll do well. Good luck, sending prayers & positivity your way!!!!!

I was sleeved last year on 11/7 and was on puréed food by Thanksgiving. I had turkey puréed with a little gravy. THIS time, it will be over a year & I'm SO looking forward to a taste of all of my favorites.

When I went to my last nutritional class before the surgery, I panicked thinking "am I gonna be able to follow the different food phases post op." But I took it one day at a time and followed the post op rules to the t. I've had no complications at all & next week will be a year & I'm soooooo glad for my sleeve.. So I know you can do this.

Yes, you got this. Own it & you'll do well. Good luck.