Sleeve4me!

Just got back from the PCP and I now am only on half of my original dose of high blood pressure then goodbye to one diabetic medication and only half of the other. Amazing what 40 pounds lost will do. I am so excited. She said in three months give her another 25 pounds or so and maybe we can lose the other pill.

I am not quite 2 months out yet but have lost 42lbs. I am 3oz shy of onederland I never thought I would be there again. The sleeve is the best thing I have ever done for me.

I started at 347, lost 34 pre-op (2 months self motivated diet waiting for surgery...it's so much easier when you know there's a light at the end of the tunnel). In the 2 months post op I lost 32 more. I am on the slower side for my size but like previous poster said, I would've lost faster had it not been for pre-op weight loss. I'm happy with it though, it helped prep my mind and body tremendously. I'm 2-1/2 months out now and my total loss just hit 70 lbs. just to add, I didn't lose much the first month. When I could finally hit 700-800 calories that's when my body complied and lost faster. I've lost 5-6 lbs a week a few times and 1/2 lb once in month one.

Thank you so much for posting this! I have thought and felt this way recently. Reading this will help me stick to it and remember my goal! Congrats on your success!

I am 5' 6" and on the day of surgery I weighed 228. I am 7 months post-op and I now weigh 158. I am in my mid thirties and I have had 4 kids. My stomach is saggy because of it. I too accepted that from the beginning, but my arms and legs are not really saggy at all. Nothing a little bit of added muscle can't handle. I can wear sleeveless shirts, shorter dresses and shorts without fear or embarrassment.

I am also two weeks post op. I have been eating a lot of tuna. I like to mix it up and not just have it with mayo. It's great with salsa and avocado I eat this last and don't always have room. Another thing I've had is refried (without the refry) Beans and green chile. I am so glad I'm not having trouble with spicy stuff!

Start weight 265 cw 224 and I can cross my legs ya can't wait to get below 200 it's been yrs !! Oh ya my surgery was 4-2-14!!!

I have been really strict with my diet as well, and the first thing I thought was, Im going to eat chinese! That's why I started this I just knew I had to find some other wsy to Celebrate. I appreciate all of the suggestions! There are so many new things happening and learning about how to deal with them is so exciting, but just a little scary

It is so exciting! I am close to onederland and have decided to reward myself with a night out with the hubby when I make it. Movie and dancing! I can't wait!

I just had surgery on the 9th so I'm not supposed to be eating purées yet, but I too have been sneaking a bite here and there. I am just always hungry and not just head hunger I mean hungry! If I eat one or two bites then I'm fine.

I have been using lite or reduced fat or sugar free for so many years I have continued doing so. Now, for mayo ( and now Miracle Whip) they have a reduced fat version made with olive oil that I love. It is as good (to me) as it's full fat cousin and a MILLION times better than it's fat free cousin. I have drank skim milk for years and will continue to do so only because I don't like the other kinds. I do use "I Can't Believe It's Not Butter" spray now in lieu of margarine or butter for the most part. ( what little I use) And I go for sugar free on other items only because they taste ok to me anyway. I have used sweeteners for years in my coffee and tea, so I see no reason to change that. I do a lot of the right things over all, but I also do sometimes pick choices I probably should not. It's the whole "everything in moderation" idea....

Best wishes to all having surgery today! Keep us updated please.

That's awesome! I am 7 days post op as well. I can't believe how fast it's going.

The first couple of days are the hardest! You can do it you just need some variety. I like the GNC vanilla Protein powder it has more protein then premier and I added a teaspoon of instant Decaf coffee. After 4 days I wasn't even hungry.

Happy Birthday!

I went home late afternoon yesterday, in pain, not to much bloating. All I have had to drink is water and my pain medicine. I havent felt hungry at all. Im having some left sided upper back discomfort, but besides that Im not feeling so bad. My mom and sisters stayed with me till I feel asleep. Im still sleepy now. Thats all I want to do is rest.

You can do it! I thought I would never be able to handle it but I did. I had surgery on the 9th and the doctor said she could tell I followed it because my liver looked great. No drain for me!

That's great to hear! Glad everything is going good!

Oh wow! At least there is an end in sight. You will be in my thoughts for an approval outcome!

At my Doctor's suggestion: I ordered the book "Eating Well After Weight Loss Surgery"
from Barnes and Noble used for like $5. It has great recipes and ideas in it. Just a suggestion.
I am not 100% on how to use these forums yet, I will try to post a photo of the book.
Eating Well After Weight Loss Surgery: Over 140 Delicious Low-Fat High-Protein recipes to Enjoy in the Weeks, Months and Years After Surgery Author: Levine, Patt Urban, Meredith

Had my sleeve done yesterday, such a smooth easy recovery so far

Good luck to you guys I have 3 more weeks and the excitement is rapidly turning to butterflies. I am just ready to get it over at this point the whole 2 weeks of liquids before and after is enough to make me want to float but im sure it will be fine. All of you are strong and your stories keep me encouraged. I am a little nervous but im more afaid of what will happen if I dont change. Its time I spend some time taking care of me. Be blessed and speedy recoveries for those going this week.

Glad to hear you are doing well! Can't wait to join you on the losers bench Wednesday.

Good luck tomorrow!

Good Luck to you and anyone else getting sleeved today.