Inner Surfer Girl

Just keep sipping. It will get easier.

I have learned I really don't need a snack, especially if I can drink water. Plain ice water at most movie theaters is really cheap if not free if you don't want to bring a bottle yourself.

Patience is exactly what you need. Stalls are a normal, natural, and necessary part of the process of losing weight. If you plan to lose a significant amount of weight, you will experience periodic stalls. Advice? Just follow your program. Track your food. Make sure you are getting at least 64 oz of Fluid. Get in all of your protein. For me that is at least 100 grams a day. Avoid added sugars (especially high fructose corn syrup), starches, and fried foods. Practice eating mindfully. Eat slowly, take small bites, and chew thoroughly. Take your Vitamins and supplements as directed. Exercise when cleared. And, Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall.

You may or may not lose some hair due to the surgery and you will probably have some loose skin, especially if you lose a significant amount of weight. The best thing you can do is to stay hydrated and get in all of your Protein, take your Vitamins and supplements as directed, and exercise. Biotin may help with hair regrowth but probably won't prevent hair loss which is due to the shock of surgery and anesthesia.

It isn't necessarily part of it. I didn't experience much nausea, probably because they gave me an anti-nausea patch to wear behind my ear for a while after surgery.

Personally, I would be honest about not only the surgery but the struggles that lead to the decision as well as the struggles after. My nephew is 14 and lives out of state. I have been open with everyone about my surgery but am not quite sure how much any of the nieces or nephews understand. We stopped for a drive-thru lunch today in the way to a movie and I got a grilled chicken salad and ate the toppings off, leaving most of the lettuce. I mentioned my surgery and then asked if he even knew what kind of surgery I had. He didn't know so I gave him a quick description of the sleeve. In saying that, I don't think you have to share everything but see what she is curious about and wants to know.

Awesome!

You're welcome for sure! Hmmm....that's weird. I can't see Babb's post anymore either. @@Alex Brecher , where did Babb's posts go? SO STRANGE!!! This board has been wacky lately. I flagged her as a spammer in error and deleted all her posts. We are working on restoring them. Oh no! I hope you are able to restore her posts soon. She always has some great insight and I love her explanation of the three week stall.

That is your choice. I just happen to believe what I posted. You have to decide what is right for you.

I haven't seen that show. I'll have to look for it. Were you sleeved or did you have the bypass? What do your labs look like? Why are you using Protein shakes? If you need them you may need to switch to something with higher carbs in order to slow or reverse the weight loss. How are you doing at getting in all of your protein? Are you still tracking your food? How much are you eating? Have you talked to a NUT lately about your concerns? Are you seeing a therapist? I know body dysmorphia can be common with rapid weight loss. A good therapist should be able to help you with this. Are you receiving treatment for the ulcers?

Have you tried upping your protein a bit? Personally, I would try for closer to 75 grams than 65 grams, if you aren't willing to increase your protein.

If I got engaged to someone and he hadn't told me he had had such a life-changing surgery, I would re-evaluate whether I really knew him at all. I agree. Honest and open communication is a critical success factor for any intimate relationship.

I know. Awful news.

Have you run this by your NUT? I would think complex carbs or even a piece of fresh fruit would be much better than fruit juice.

I am over 1 year out and still losing. I started at an extremely high BMI so have a long way to go. It really depends on how much you have to lose.

Merci! Joyeux quatorze juliet! (Autocorrect really loves this one.)

Are you able to get up and walk. Walking and moving around is really the best thing you can do.

Frankly, the stress from working 3 jobs is probably not helpful. Other than that, 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. If you have already consulted your NUT then there really isn't anything you need to do but ride it out. Just follow your program. Focus on getting in all of your Protein and fluids. Take your Vitamins and supplements as directed. Exercise when cleared. And, Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall.

My TV boyfriend is Raylen Givens.

Try Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and soup.

Just bring your fresh, quality cheese, meat, vegetables, and fruit. Use a real table cloth and napkin, and dine for your meals and breaks. Maybe they will be jealous of your food. Or, not but you will be the winner anyway.

Bonne Bastille Day! (Or, Happy Bastille Day, or whatever you are supposed to say) to all of our BariatricPal friends in France. I may eat some extra, good cheese today to celebrate.

If anyone is looking for a good summer read, J. Todd Scott's "The Far Empty" is really good. It is set in Texas near the border. Sort of a Friday Night Lights meets No Country for Old Men.

I don't remember how long (maybe a few days). Just keep walking. You may also want to try a little easy stretching. Try raising your hands over your head. I had some shoulder pain with mine and a heating pad seemed to help. It gets better.

This is something I would talk to my NUT and/or surgeon about.