Inner Surfer Girl

I don't know for sure...

Do you have a smart phone? If so, I highly recommend you download a food tracker like MyFitnessPal and track every bite. Aim for at least 80 grams of Protein. (My target is 100 grams so it does vary.) @@KristenLe is absolutely right. You will need to supplement your protein until you are able to get enough in with regular food.

Thanks everyone. So, I did terrible but got some great feedback and have lots of homework/action items, and a plan of action going forward. I scheduled a second mock interview to follow up. Now I have lots to do to prepare for a second mock interview, and a reason to put together a second interview outfit so I will have more to choose from when and if I am ever called in for a second real interview. By the way, I have found the whole process incredibly helpful. Prepping for mock interviews is making me get on the stick and plan ahead. Hopefully when I get asked in for some real interviews I will be super prepared.

Because you are losing Water weight (not fat).

I am heading in to a mock interview. Wish me luck!

I agree. You MAY not be eating enough.

Yes! I am returning to the workforce so trying to buy some professional clothes. I am still (mostly) in women's sizes so the choices are more limited, but at least I am able to buy things in stores. It is like a huge scavenger hunt!

One month post-op is not an indication of failure. We are still healing from major surgery at one month, and also experiencing our first stall (so the net loss may not show on the scale). There are so many variables: ease of recovery, complications, ability to get in enough Protein and fluids, capacity to understand and follow directions, starting weight, existing health conditions, etc. Why are you focusing on "failures"? Just curious.

Hi Jessica, I am in Danville and was sleeved by Dr. Weiss at Georgetown April 20, 2015. I would be glad to chat. Also, Bluegrass Bariatrics just sent out a date and time for the support groups at Baptist for the rest of the year in case you are interested.

Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

Interesting point. Also maybe due to evolution the metabolism slows down since it would require us to use less energy resulting in us having to hunt and gather less calories to survive? Also, sadly, very obese people may not live as long due to an earlier death from a comorbidity of obesity. Honestly I always just thought that obese people are so much less likely to make it to old age. Sent from my Nexus 6P using the BariatricPal App I think that is what most people say but it isn't 100% true.

Is this a duplicate thread? Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

Welcome! I think you are the first person I have heard from who had their sleeve in the Czeck Republic. I am not familiar with what your post-op program so can only share what works for me. First, please know that stalls are a normal, natural, and necessary part of the process of losing weight. We all experience stalls. Just about everyone experiences a stall about three weeks after surgery. If you intend to lose a significant amount of weight you will experience periodic stalls. Please read this for more information about stalls: Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall. This is what works for me: Follow my post-op program. Track my food (I use MyFitnessPal). Drink at least 64 oz of Fluid. Consume at least 100 grams of Protein a day. (Were you given a protein target?) Avoid starches, added sugars (especially high fructose corn syrup), and fried foods. Practice mindful eating: eat slowly, take small bites, and chew thoroughly. Take my Vitamins and supplements as directed. Exercise. In addition, I recommend you use every resource available to you: Do you have: a NUT? A therapist? You may also want to see if you can find a support groping. One you may want to explore is Overeaters Anonymous. You can find meeting lists, podcasts, and other resources online at OA.org. BariatricPal is also a great source of support. Keep us posted on how you are dpi get.

By the way, can I just say how much I admire your courage for taking such a big step at your age. You are going to have such an awesome life!

You mention calories but not Protein. Rather than minimizing calories, it is more important to maximize your protein. What is your protein target? How are you doing at reaching your protein target and getting at least 64 oz of Fluid? Protein and fluids are critical for healing and weight loss. That said, none of us lose at a constant or steady rate. We all experience periodic stalls. Stalls are a normal, natural, and necessary part of the process of losing weight. If you intend to lose a significant amount of weight, you will experience stalls. Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

You may just need to try a variety. Some ideas: Carnation instant Breakfast essentials (no sugar added) ProtiDiet liquid beverage concentrates (clear/fruit flavored) Syntrax nectar

It sounds like you are doing the right things and eating the right kinds of foods. I agree that upping your Water will help. Have you cut out caffeine and carbonation? If not, just doing that may help. Also, are you tracking your food? It is helpful to know what your macros are: Protein, carbs, fats, and calories.

I was sleeved April 20, 2015 with a much higher weight and BMI than you and couldn't be happier with my decision, surgery, recovery, and progress so far. Best of luck with your surgery. Keep us posted on how you are doing.

I am so sorry that you are having a rough time, but thrilled that you are back! I was thinking about you not long ago. I have struggled with depression for years so know it can do a number on us. Have you talked to your doctor about your depression and struggles? Are you seeing a therapist? Are you attending support group meetings? Have you talked to your NUT lately? I highly recommend you start making some appointments today. Are you tracking your food? I also suggest you go back to basics. Focus on getting in all of your Protein and fluids, take your Vitamins and supplements as directed, and exercise. Exercise not only helps with general health and weight loss, it can be a tremendous help with depression. Since many of us used food to cope with life pre-op, post-op it is even more important that we learn new, healthy coping skills. A good therapist, a bariatric support group, and even a 12-step recovery group like OA (OA.org), can help you gain tools for living without relying on food to deal with life's ups and downs. BariatricPal is also a great source of support. I am so glad to see you back amongst us. Welcome back!

I am so glad you were able to catch this on time and that you are on the mend. Excellent advise.

Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

I agree. Have you explored Sex Addicts Anonymous? It is similar to AA, OA, NA, and other recovery support groups. I just wanted to thank you for bravely sharing your story and struggles. I can definitely see how easy it might be to get drawn into unhealthy relationships and behavior, especially when you have never had the chance to learn how to navigate the world socially. I hope you can find a way to learn those skills in a safe, nurturing environment. You need to surround yourself with people who can love you in appropriate ways while you learn to love yourself. I hope you allow us to help. Sending virtual hugs.

Zulilly often has suits. I don't know if they have any now or not. Let me know if you need a referral code.

I'm overdue for a pedicure (which I can actually get now because I can fit in the pedicure chairs!).