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Congrats! I just hit that goal recently myself and now have hit a bit of a stall. I need 3 pounds to hit to 100 lbs lost mark and am itching to get there!

Congrats! I just hit that goal recently myself and now have hit a bit of a stall. I need 3 pounds to hit to 100 lbs lost mark and am itching to get there!

Congrats! I just hit that goal recently myself and now have hit a bit of a stall. I need 3 pounds to hit to 100 lbs lost mark and am itching to get there!

I am 19 days post surgery and I am no longer on any diabetes medications of any kind. My blood sugar was 94 after fasting. Its absolutely amazing to me! I wish I had done this surgery years ago!

I'm so sorry to hear this. This must be so frustrating for you.
It's also an emotional time too after surgery. I hope with trial and error you can find foods that you do like. Hang in there.
I am not eating nearly close to what I am supposed to. Everything tastes different. I can't stand the taste of Water, and I loved Water before. I'm searching for maybe the right bottled water. I have a filter on my tap at home, and I LOVED it prior to surgery. Tea I have found most comforting. I continue to try to get all my fluids in, but I truly sympathize. I don't have any hunger anymore so I have to force myself to eat. Quite different from me pre-surgery. So I get what you are saying.
Hopefully with time, things will change. Keep us updated.

Size 30 pants, now in a 24, but only a few more pounds until 22. Was wearing 4x shirts that were usually big on me because I hate anything clingy and should proably be in a 1x/2x now but need to do some shopping for some new stuff now that spring is here! Was able to get away with baggy up til now, recently I look ridiculous! LOL

I will be six months post op on May 11th. HW:436 day of surgery:417 today: 305lbs. I was huge. I've had a few weeks where I barely lost any weight but nothing major. Exercising has helped my weight loss tremendously! Weeks I don't exercise I only lose a few lbs and when I do exercise I lose around 7lbs a week. how's everything going for you so far?

It depends on how heavy you are to begin with. For me, I started noticing big changes after the first 40lbs. I was 310 to begin with. I started first noticing that my rings were too big and my shoes started to get really lose. Following that my clothes became very lose and I had to buy new pants.
it will come fast, you are only a month in, give it a few more weeks. This is always the time when you lose the most weight. Once you get onto to soft foods and your tummy heals, the weight loss will become consistent but likely your weight loss will range from 1 to 5lbs in a week. Some weeks you may just stay the same as your body adjusts.
Good job and good luck! You are doing fantastic!

I had the RNY on 04/13/15. My doctor set all the right expectations for someone who hasn't actually had the surgery. My expectations were off because my friend had her RNY in August 2014 and she was back to work in 4 days. I planned on giving myself 2 weeks. Now 3 weeks post-surgery and I'm still home.
I have had severe fatigue, dizziness, nausea and trouble with hydration and Protein. I was told 64 oz of Fluid, but I've found to maximize my energy and avoid dehydration associated nausea and vomiting, I actually need 80oz per day. The first few soft things I tried did not stay down. I can't eat eggs at all. I've had no hunger at all (or cravings, yay!), so I had to pay attention to my body for other signs. My indigestion that isn't resolved with Water is my new hungry. I still haven't figured out what full feels like yet, so I eat very little. I figure it will come with time. I am starting to get some of my energy back, but I do get exhausted after just a couple hours of any activity - Church, grocery store, etc. - regardless of the intensity level.
The point: Everyone is different, and no one's journey will be exactly the same. The wonderful dietitian at the clinic described the food progression as an experiment. It was a very apt description.
I have had a couple of "Why did I do this?" teary-eyed moments, and I expect I'll have more. However, I wouldn't change it. Despite the fatigue, I'm already feeling better about myself.
Good luck! Keep us posted, and I hope things go well for you moving forward.

Congrats! I just hit that goal recently myself and now have hit a bit of a stall. I need 3 pounds to hit to 100 lbs lost mark and am itching to get there!

I am having it done the day before you with Dr Kaul as well!!

That's how I feel! Told my family it looks like it will be pureed turkey for me this year!

Just called Aetna...APPROVED!!!
I started the 10 day liquid diet today. Surgery next Thursday the 13th.

I am approved!!!! Surgery day November 11th. I am so happy

My surgery is November 10th. Up until this past week I was scheduled for a sleeve. When I went to my pre op appointment with my surgeon he informed me that my endoscopy showed I have Barrett's esophagus and I should do bypass instead! Now I am trying to find more info on byapss as far as post op diet etc. I was totally prepared for the sleeve and I was wondering how much of a dufference there is post op??

I had one after I gave birth to my son and it wasn't bad. Was having trouble going after and they used it to get things going. As for the surgery, my dr said he wouldn't be using one because the surgery doens't take that long.

Be careful what you ask for!!! I was previously scheduled for surgery on 12/8 and just got a call that there is a cancellation for 11/10 and did I want to do it then. I'm spinning every which way on the inside right now! Thinking of all that I need to get done appointment wise in the next two weeks and paperwork. Thank you, Lord!!!

Thank you for all the insight. Everything has been handled and I'm scheduled for Nov. 4th. Next week!????????????

It's ok you can sleep on the OR table. Lol. Good luck.

I had surgery on 10/22. Thought I would share a few things I learned to help others before surgery.
-stick to your pre-op diet. Don't cheat. I had two weeks of only liquids, stuck to it and my liver was still big. Luckily doc could still do it.
-if they offer a binder to wear after surgery, take it. If not, ask for one. I could not believe the difference it made. I wear mine even when sleeping. Makes turning over much easier.
- gas-x strips will be your best friend. Pack them to take with you to hospital.
-walk, walk, walk, walk. As soon as you can. Bug your nurses if you need help getting up.
-ask your doc if you can take crushed pills (any of your regular pills) in applesauce. My doc suggested Greek yogurt and I couldn't do it. Was way too bitter. Applesauce made a world of difference.
-if you are a side sleeper, I found putting a pillow under my belly while sleeping helps a lot.
-to stay hydrated, I take 3 sips every commercial while watching TV. I sure don't want to end up back in the hospital for dehydration.
-it may be tough to get your Protein. I have no appetite. I freeze my shakes and eat them like ice. Helps some.
I know I'm just a few days out, but these are some important things I've learned. Hope it helps someone else. So excited for my new journey!

i would love to join the FB page as well. I would also rather join a secret one right now, I haven't told a lot of people yet. Surgery date is November 24th. Thanks very much!

I'm headed out to a bday party with my son I will have the FB group up and running before the end of the day. I have to add you as a friend also if some one would like to be an admin and help me manage the group let me know and I will make that happen.

Will they consider changing it to private? I've been honest but not completely open about my surgery and this is closed group...which means people can still see it. Just curious.

Is anyone interested in a secret group on Facebook? I find FB easer to use then this app and it would be a great way to keep up with all November sleevers. Also secret groups are completely private so your FB friends will not see anything you post or even know that you are in the group.

That's how I feel! Told my family it looks like it will be pureed turkey for me this year!