BLERDgirl

I couldn't agree more about the exercise part. I swear that was a large part of the reason why I had no problems post op.

Yep, I only had 1 puree stage as well. Each stage was only 2 weeks long. The goal was to get to getting Proteins from real food. Each program is different, that's why as helpful as we can be to each other here, we need to understand what the program we signed up for requires.

@@JustWatchMe - Is it wrong that at 51 I still like to post selfies? Especially when I do a nice hair style or really make my face up nice. However I can understand how you feel about your skin with the vitiligo. I have scarring & discoloration on my face, including a split down my nose from a rather nasty bout of facial shingles. I was really bummed because I was always proud of my smooth skin and I'm a makeup gal. What brand of shadow do you use? Because I now need better coverage I went shopping around. I discovered Coverfx. It's really gentle and even though fuller coverage. You might try using their primers and/or concelors and applying your shadow on top of that.

That's a social skill. There are people both big and small who are uncomfortable with people giving them compliments. For some it's because they feel more confident in a thinner body and the confidence is attractive to people. Still others who start to care for themselves differently in a smaller body. They wear nicer clothing and just carry themselves in a more positive fashion. Not every person who compliments you on those changes does so in a romantic way. It's just when you put forth the effort to look nice and you personally feel more attractive people notice it. Because for some this is a new thing it takes practice learning to accept compliments.

I was a child life specialist so we used it often.

Thanks. I was beginning to think my reading comprehension was slipping!

Hello & welcome. You need to talk to your doctor about your feelings. There are some that do get a bit depressed post-op. There is some thought that the hormones get thrown off kilter due to the body trying to readjust. As for eating. Make a schedule to eat and stick to it even when you have no appetite. Getting your fluids and Proteins in regularly is important to your healing process.

They weight you just like you get weighed at any other doctor's appointment. Nurse brings you back, checks your BP and then has you step on the scale. As for unwanted attention, I've never heard of people suddenly being accosted due to weight loss. Some people may feel more confident and outgoing but WLS isn't turning frogs into princes. More importantly you need to relearn how to eat and drink. When you go for your prescreening take notes regarding that. It will make you more likely to be successful post op

You need to walk around and get it all out. Also when sitting doe arm raise as if you are lifting dumbbells at the gym. I had one day of flatulence when I first came home and then I was fine, but boy was it a gassy day! I think I even offended the cat.

I have no idea what this means.

A few things: 1) If you are unclear on what the doctor or nurse has said, you need to tell them that. It is their job to make sure you understand. Ask them for specific examples. 2.) The folks here have posted some suggestions but you have to try. I did some things in the nutra bullet, but mostly I made things up according to my taste buds. My handbook sites examples such as a soft scrambled egg for breakfast., a Protein shake mid morning, 4 tbsp. of tuna fish for lunch, 4 tbsp of chicken for dinner and a shake in the evening. Here's how I make my soft scrambled egg: I take 1 egg, tsp of plain greek yogurt (I use Fage 0%), I whip that together and top it with a bit of shredded cheddar. I either cook it on the stove in no stick pan stirring constantly or I pop i in the microwave for 1 minute. If microwaving it will be a bit under done when you take it out. Stir it together and pop it back in for another 10 seconds then chec to bring out and stir again. You want all of your food at this stage to be fairly moist. You might add some broth to any meats you puree. If they are too dry they may be difficult to swallow and digest.

Have you talked to your nutritionist or doctor? The basic rule of thumb is Protein first. The goal is 60+gms of protein a day plus 48-64 ounces of fluids. You should not be living off of applesauce. Call your nutritionist first thing Monday and express your concerns.

My BMI is over 60 and I have lost weight. I'm 3½ months out and as of 12/19 I've lost 48lbs

You will develop a new normal and even better you will learn to socialize with food and not overeat. I eat anywhere from a ¼ to a cup at most but I am completely satisfied. I've been out to eat several times since being sleeved. The only things that changed is I no longer drink with my meals and I always have a doggy bag. Believe it or not we never ate like a normal person. We overate. For me the sleeve helps me manage on a much smaller portion. I can't speak for lap band, but sleever and bypass all aim for Protein first then veg.

Sucrolose is an artificial sweetener similar to splenda

So nice to hear someone so happy. I was sleeved around the same time as you and I agree the changes feel great!

Which one did he recommend?

There is a patch called EMLA you can ask for. It must be applied to the area at least 30 minute before. However if you get really anxious they can give you something to relax in pre-op. The easiest thing is to learn how to manage your anxiety now. Practice making slow, even breathes. Look away if you must. Ask the nurse to count down to 3. On 3 breath out slowly and evenly. As long as you can stay relaxed you shouldn't feel much more than a tiny pinch. As for your boobs and butt, yes we loose all over. However, if you are good about exercising you can still look proportioned and toned. I was approved before I finished all my testing. I think I still had to take my PFT, my nutrition class and sleep study when I received the letter.

Pretty sure that was a joke.

@@queensleever05 - No I didn't. I used CVS whey Protein, Prosource no carb liquid Protein and Orgain organics RTD & powder form. I'm vegetarian so I still do some dairy like yogurt and cheeses, but I don't eat any animal flesh.

I'm vegetarian. I do low carb, I do not do no carb. Instead I look for complex carbs and avoid processed, "white carbs" that you get from breads, pastas and rice. I try to eat whole foods as much as possible.

I agree, it sounds doable. I started at close to your weight and my expectation is 2 years as well.

I was told not to chew gum as it brings air in our tummy's and can cause painful gas. As for the bit you swallowed; this too will pass.

Sleeved 9/18 and feeling great! Glad you are doing well.

Besides the mandated diet there will be all sorts of testing. You also need this time to learn to each slow and how to separate eating and drinking by 30 mins. It's harder than it sounds and many folks make themselves sick or in pain by not eating slow enough. April will be here before you know it.