flip-flop-gurl

I had to maintain my same weight for 6 mos. If I had reduced my BMI at all, from what I understand, I would not have qualified based on my insurance.

Kristy3k.. Thanks so much for your words of encouragment! They are much needed. I go to the Dr on Monday for follow up..I think I have lost the 20% expected but i was hoping for so much more!! Patience is def not my best virtue:(. but I am trying.

Hey everyone.. I'm 5 weeks post op and only lost abt 20 lbs:( I take my Vitamins, at least 60g of pro daily, I do have room for improvement with exercise & Water intake. I am just so disappointed... I expected so much more! Surg-9/11...SW=244. CW=224 I would appreciate any feedback. Anyone else experience such a slow start??

Hey everyone.. I'm 5 weeks post op and only lost abt 20 lbs:( I take my vitamins, at least 60g of pro daily, I do have room for improvement with exercise & water intake. I am just so disappointed... I expected so much more! Surg-9/11...SW=244. CW=224 I would appreciate any feedback. Anyone else experience such a slow start??

I would love to be added to F B page. Lana McLaughlin, pic is of sunset. Surg date was 9/11...scales are stuck:(

I would add a robe to the list of must haves to use when walking. I had my surgery @ noon on Tuesday, discharged@ 3 on Wednesday. Zero complications, thank goodness!! Good luck & dont trybto over do it... its ok to take itveasybfor a week or 2! I really believe it helps the healing process!

Tracy... You and I are on the same track! I had surgery on the 11th & been on liquids ever since... until 27th. Starting weight is the same. Good luck 2mrw.. will be praying for you & looking for updates!!

Thanks so much everyone. This will be a tremendous help! Please keep the suggestions coming:)

I need some help. I will be off my liquids only this week & would love some ideas of items that are "must haves"! I know eggs, cottage chz, string chz, ... but what else. I will be on "soft foods" for the next 3 months, so I def need some guidance!! Thanks to everyone...

flip-flop-gurl---Sept 11---Lana

Everything I have consumed has been at room temp. My Dr said this reduces spasms in the pouch. Apparently cold temps can cause problems. I have to say I haven't had any problems by following this rule. I am 8 days post op & on liquids only until 8/27????.. I drink 3 proteins shakes per day plus whatever water/crystal light I need to consume to meet my fluid intake. Everday I feel a little better????????.