annisa

I am 3 and half years post VSG Lost 69-75 lbs initially and did not reach my goal. I really don’t feel like I got the best support from my team. Long story short I am beginning to feel like a failure. The scales are going the wrong way!!!!! I have slowly over the past year put on about 15-20 lbs. I really am looking for any suggestions. I still have not eaten any bread, or pasta. Which I feel is pretty good. I can eat crackers etc. which is my downfall. I am a carb junkie. I also am a stress eater. Also there are times when I eat meat rather it be chicken steak or any kind of meat, my stomach feels funny. Does anyone experience difficult with their stomach feeling different. I just want to get back on track. Thanks in advance. Annisa

I was sleeved Oct 7th. My starting weight was 232.8 my weight now is 211.7!!! I am totally amazed how quickly I have lost! Feel better than I have in years. Already cleaning out closet.

What great advice. THANKS.

I had surgery 3 weeks ago, doing great. As of this morning I am down 18 lbs. since surgery, and 46.7 lbs. since my highest! My question is about stage 2 foods, any suggestions. I still would prefer really soft soft foods, don't really like eggs or cottage cheese. My stomach tolerates foods better in the morning. I eat one container of yogurt for a meal, have done tuna fish. Had a little chicken but I really prefer the Protein puddings, Soups or shakes ( never thought I'd say that). Just curious does it get a little better. I am happy a out the surger, but I do get hungry to chew something. The program I am in tells you NO CARBS! So I have been trying to follow their guidelines. Any other suggestions. Thanks, Annisa

I have a Fitbit to track my steps so I bought the scales that sync with my Fitbit. It is as accurate as the dr. Scales. Gives your body fat % as well. I really like it, especially since the numbers are going down.

Kathy812 that's exactly how I feel. Am I going to overeat, mess this up, hurt the sleeve not know when to stop. Just taking my time, paying attention to my body, not being distracted while I eat. One of the hardest things I have found, is not fringe able to drink whe I eat! I suppose I'll get over that! Good luck!

Wow lots of different opinions here! I agree with the majority. Being in the health care I totally understand everyone's right to privacy and respect it! As for me, at first I didn't want to tell anyone for several reasons. 1. Being a failure, hey most of us feel we have failed, and we will fail at this too, right!? 2 embarrassed I can't do it on my own! Oh yeah we've heard it all, diet, exercise etc., etc., etc. come on, change places with me, you eat more than I do! I choose to tell my immediate family up to surgery time, the is hardening a couple of coworkers. They all know now, and that's ok with me, I am truly blessed with the live, and support of my family! They are the best. My friends are happy for me, at least the ones I have seen up to this point. If they aren't, I am not here to please everyone. Walk in my shoes,the we can discuss how you feel. Great discussion, I couldn't stop reading. Carry on be successful! Good luck to all

I am also 2 weeks just started "foods". Refried beans, low fat cheese, scrambled eggs, plain yogurt, refried beans, modified tuna/chicken salad. It's interesting what different facilities suggest. I am like several of you, surprised how full you get and how quickly. Them trying to get 3liters of water on top of that! It's a challenge, but all well worth it!

Good luck with your surgery. Hope it all goes well!

There is a great book my therapist recommended for me, ARE YOU HUNGRY? There also is a workbook for pts who have had the sleeve done. I bought both the book and workbook, I realize this in only a tool in my life changing chapter of my life. I am willing to learn and do all to be successful.

Kimrod. Add me to the Facebook page. I wAs sleeved October 7th. I live in Ok. Muggsxfive@cox.net Thanks Annisa

That has been the hardest thing for me too. Sip, heck I could chug a bottle of water last week. Lol.

Oh yes I had second thought! Even up til they rolled me back to the OR. it's done now, no going back. I am going to look forward from this point on! Good luck

Tuesday night I came thru with flying colors. I have been sitting up in a chair all day long. Drank over 64 oz of water. Walked every hour. Feeling good. Good luck to all. Will try to at h up tomorrow. Can't focus very well. Annisa

My insurance is with Coventry. It took 2 weeks which really isn't long except for me being in patience me. Lol. I am doing shakes and Monday morning only clear liquids. I can't tell if my stomach is hungry or I'm just nervous. Good luck to all