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Hey all. Just wanted to give an update in case it helps anyone out. Before kids and obesity I was an active bulimic for 6 years. While I was not concerned about this before surgery it's put me in a different category. I truly don't ever think about that old me due to it being so long ago but I guess I should have been more aware. My depression I've been experiencing has led me into a state of anorexia. This is all too common in the words of my doctor. Fortunately it's something that was attacked head on before anything bad could have happened. As some have mentioned - my problem is I get sick regardless of when and what I eat - so the answer was just don't eat ???? not anymore. Back to shakes and nausea Patches. I know it will get better but it's hard to not regret this surgery right now.

There's not much you can do to stop the loss at this point. That's due to the trauma and lack of Protein at the time of your surgery. Mine started falling out around the 3.5 month mark. I'm at 5 months now and it's already growing back. I have tons of little baby hairs sprouting up now. If you are taking your Vitamins and getting your protein in, it will start growing back soon, don't worry.

As a hair stylist I'm a supporter of Biotin, but I have to step in and clarify biotin does not stop Hair loss. It aids in regrowth. Does wonders for your skin and nails as well. I fully recommend all my clients take it but want them to have realistic expectations. When hair hits the loss phase there is no going back. Unfortunately we are experiencing more than normal but it doesn't last forever. Take it in stride and keep up what your doing ????

I am so excited, I am only 5 pounds to 200 lbs. I am so going to Celebrate that milestone. I have to go back 13 years to be below that weight. My husband thinks I should buy something memorable to always remember that by. I said: sure what about a Porshe? Lol, that's a no. I have been thinking, but have not come up with any brilliant idea besides some jewelry.

In an epic long stall....working through it. Put on some workout clothes to power through T25 workout of the day. My daughter insisted on taking a pic. She's so sweet - she told me I was the inspiration in her life. Talk about tears ❤️ I'm silently dying with kidney stones - anyone else have that issue? I'm looking for some remedies.

I've been eating salads for awhile now. I eat them everyday - I keep them down better than anything else. Doesn't hurt to try bc honestly everyone's experience is so individual.

I struggle with Protein - I get 60 a day at best. My doc feels that my activity level is too much for my calories and to up it. Well we all know what my answer is! It's maddening bc I feel ill bust if I add anymore to my days. I'm sure it'll get better. I'm just not there yet.

My face pic is where I see it the most

Thanks @beni. the information about lying on my side is, I think, the best information I have gotten since surgery. It really helped me.

@@Luna222
I can't fit in my stretchy clothes either. The pants fall off. I too had a melt down the other day and took everything out of the closet that didn't fit. It was like everything. I was just so tired of putting something on and going - Nope, this looks ridiculous or these pants are for sure going to fall off. It was exhausting.

In an epic long stall....working through it. Put on some workout clothes to power through T25 workout of the day. My daughter insisted on taking a pic. She's so sweet - she told me I was the inspiration in her life. Talk about tears ❤️ I'm silently dying with kidney stones - anyone else have that issue? I'm looking for some remedies.

In an epic long stall....working through it. Put on some workout clothes to power through T25 workout of the day. My daughter insisted on taking a pic. She's so sweet - she told me I was the inspiration in her life. Talk about tears ❤️ I'm silently dying with kidney stones - anyone else have that issue? I'm looking for some remedies.

@@finallyaloser
Congratulations on making it to 299. That's wonderful. I am sure you can't believe how well you are doing. Isn't this amazing. Success only helps even further. It's a great motivator. Well done!

Hey everyone! I really need to keep up with the group more, I have just been so busy the last few weeks! I had my 3 month post op on Tuesday, and just like u amylynns, I don't get to see my surgeon either. I don't like my P.A. at all, she just smiles n nods at me at everything I say! Then she seriously argued with me over excedrin..tried telling me excedrin is Naproxen. I said nooo, and finally she looked it up and wouldn't ya know, I WAS RIGHT! I've taken excedrin for years, duh lady. But I found a new one with no aspirin in it so I was telling her about it. Ugh. Anyways, I am down a total of 68 lbs, it seems so unreal! everything seems to be fine so far, haven't heard back about my blood yet tho. I've been taking the 50,000 iu of Vitamin D once a week, so that should be fine.
I had a meltdown the other morning lol, because I was getting dressed, and nothing fit me. Everything is big. Even my stretchy leggings. Still wearing them tho, cuz I have nothing else and I'm broke at the moment. very frustrating! Need to go thru more clothes and go trade in at the consignment shop again.
As for bread and salad, I am able to tolerate both pretty well, thank goodness. I don't eat bread alot, but I'll toast some for a blt or something like that. I've been having a Protein Shake every morning for the last few weeks because I need to boost my Protein intake. It's funny cuz some food I feel like I can keep eating. But something like chicken wings, I have 2 and I'm done lol. My cousin fixed a plate for me tonight and FILLED it completely, I was like umm...I can eat maybe less than a quarter of that! Nobody gets it!
The PA also told me this week that if I'm having pouch pain to lay on my left side, so it must be true!

In an epic long stall....working through it. Put on some workout clothes to power through T25 workout of the day. My daughter insisted on taking a pic. She's so sweet - she told me I was the inspiration in her life. Talk about tears ❤️ I'm silently dying with kidney stones - anyone else have that issue? I'm looking for some remedies.

@@freelyme,I was 377 on the day of surgery so you weren't the biggest. I just hit 299 a few days ago and cried like a baby. It feels great. I have lost almost 80 pounds though since surgery on 10/15/14. Good luck!!

I've been eating salads for awhile now. I eat them everyday - I keep them down better than anything else. Doesn't hurt to try bc honestly everyone's experience is so individual.

Just discovered another milestone. My BMI is 34.9 which means I couldn't qualify for surgery through insurance because I am too thin. With my insurance I would have to be BMI of 35 with co-morbs. I know it's only by 0.1 but when we miss getting in an car accident by 0.1 we Celebrate, right? I'm feeling pretty awesome right now. That's not a feeling that I usually have (I feel awesome about others not me) which makes this all more wonderful. Okay, I'm gonna cry. Heck, I'm crying already.

Thank you guys! I am trying to keep the best attitude but I can feel the envy when they look at me. I am proud I made this decision and have no regrets. I want all you to know how much this site means to me. I can let it all out and its so nice to have understanding. Thank you all what a wonderful group!!!

I am down 50 pounds since October 22nd. It was a very rough time during the post op phase but I am doing fantastic today. I have basically donated my entire closet of clothes. I am now wearing a size 12 in jeans.....it has been a long time since I was this thin. Still have 40 pounds to lose but I am well on my way. I wish everyone else continued success.

I hit the half way mark today. I started my journey last January with 125 pounds to lose. I have officially lost a total (pre and post surgery) of 62 1/2 pounds. 62 1/2 to go. Beyond happy.

Now I don't wear tight shirts but what I have seems to actually hang correctly now in lieu of just trying to cover fat. My husband and I went to a marriage conference tonight so I actually got dressed and did my makeup. The comparison continues to shock me. thinking of cutting my hair off now that I don't have several chins and I'm losing so much of my thick hair as it is. We shall see.

@@layknee
I have so much more energy too. This was the most surprising thing about my WLS journey. I was expecting to feel great about losing weight but I didn't anticipate feeling this wonderful physically. I didn't know all that extra weight was actually making me miserable physically. I guess the weight goes on a bit at a time and we adapt to the new circumstances. 57pounds lighter has made me into a new woman. A better woman for sure. I was pretty active before surgery but now (most days) I actually have more energy then the day is long.

@@misstvb
Looks like we are moving along. The early massive weight loss (57 lbs so far for me) was a great incentive. To be honest I did better then I ever thought I would. But one pound per week is good too. I'll take that. Thank you for reminding me that we are still doing much better then before surgery. Besides I think our bodies have gone through a lot and at this point slow and steady is a great approach.

it just shows its all normal. I went through my stall and now I'm at 1 lb a week as well. I'll be adding weight training next week and see if that ramps up losing again.