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I'm back to the basics of a shake for Breakfast and lunch yogurt or nuts for snack and a normal dinner. Down to 184 today.
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I'm stuck too. I've been at 185 to 186 for the last 3 weeks. I really hope to break this stall soon.

The seminar that I attended actually went over all 3 procedures and at the appointment with the surgeon they listen to what procedure you are thinking of and give their opinion what is best for you. Mine happens to be GSV.

I'm happy with my sleeve, I don't wish for anything else.

Congratulations! I have lost approximately 38 but have seem to have come to a halt. I'm trying to do the same thing. I'm able to eat anything now, unfortunately, but do have some issues with reflux and can definitely only a small portion. I love the sleeve.

Hi there my friends! Just checking in! Today is my 3 month Surgiversay.
I am down 41lbs.
This past month I lost 5lbs.
Not what I hoped for but I will take it!
I am upping my calories to see if it helps.
I hope everyone is doing great!

Yes, I would definitely discuss your lack of restriction with your surgeon. Or better yet, get a second opinion from another doctor. Request an upper GI or scope to assess your sleeve size. This does not sound normal at all. I could barely eat a couple tablespoons of pureed food at 4 weeks postop. And I STILL couldn't eat a whole chicken breast or 3 egg omelet.< /p>

I am excited that I am FINALLY having my surgery on Tuesday! Lots of postponements but I think this time is a go! Can't wait to join you all.

Stop weighing yourself daily if it makes you nuts. Hate to break it to you but weight loss is not a linear process. You will gain and stall as well as lose. However if you stick to the plan you will lose. People have different schedules for weighing themselves. I only weight myself once a month or when I have a doctor's appointment. Other weigh weekly and yes, some weigh daily. If you are the sort to get upset at any fluctuation, then you need to put the scale away. Focus on eating properly, drinking your fluids and exercising. Take your measurements. I do neck, boobs, waist and hips. Update that monthly. When the scale does not move, you will often be able to get a better idea of how your body is changing. Back to your original question, yes it is perfectly normal to gain before you lose. Especially in the first few weeks. If you are following your nutritionist eating plan, you did not move too fast.

@outsidematchins I was not given any portion sizes, just amounts of Protein and Water. Don't have a nutritionist either. What portions should i be eating?

I work in the HIV field and medication is your best defense against contracting the virus. They do have side effects but a doctor should be able to treat that. Keeping you in my thoughts and don't miss any doses.

I work in the HIV field and medication is your best defense against contracting the virus. They do have side effects but a doctor should be able to treat that. Keeping you in my thoughts and don't miss any doses.

I've had pizza a few times, but I only ate the topping. We make chicken burgers or turkey burgers all the time, but no bread. I usually eat it with a small salad or veggies and can't finish the whole burger.
Recently I had a burger from Portillo's ( it used to be my favorite fast food spot for burgers) but I didn't eat the bun. Instead, I bought low carb heathy choice bread, toasted it and ate 1 slice with my burger.
Unfortunately, I was not one of those who lost the taste for fast & fattening foods but I have learned to modify them and eat it sparingly.

Thank god a surgery like this was available to me! I have had had many ups and with this surgery and still am having some, but I wouldn't change it for the world. It was the best decision I could have made for myself.
I started at 250 pounds with a slipped disk in my back, terrible foot pain, exhausted all the time, very depressed.
I am now 124 pounds with no pain whatsoever and I love being me.
This surgery is exactly the tool I need to keep me on track and help me realize my goals.
I am a 35 year old single mom of two little ones and so glad I got my life back.
       

Oh how about " you can't eat that!"
I just literally spazzed out on my husband because I asked him to pick up some pudding at the grocery store. I get so agitated when people who have not been sleeved , nor have met with any nutritionist, nor any doctors- try to tell me what I can eat or can't eat! I'm the one who just had 85% of my stomach removed! Do you honestly think I'm going to eat any-damn-thing that is going to hurt me or impede my success??? Just shut up already!
* I think this was more of a vent than anything.*

"Well that wasn't a good decision now was it. You shouldn't have done it"
Seriously!? I already had the surgery, cant change it now!

Someone showed me this chart and it helped me keep my expectations in check.

I'm almost six weeks post op and I've only lost 15 pounds, my starting BMI was 41 and now it's 37. I have to say I'm somewhat disappointed? I'm also curious about the responses to come.

and don't forget to drink your fluids, as diarrhea can dehydrate you.

I started in a 46DD. I'm now wearing a 40 D or DD depending on brand. I'm wearing my bras on the 3rd hook, so I'm think I should be able to try a 38 D /DD soon, even if I need to use a bra extender for a little while.
I'm about half way to my goal, so I'm hoping for a 34/36 D when all is said and done

What terrific answers! Great, great group of people. I think I will take all of your advice at not weighing every morning despite the fact that that was my doctors recommendation. That's a crazy maker.

Experiencing my first stall now. Yay!
Embrace the stall for me means that I need to get used to this as a normal part of this journey. I can't panic. I know I need to stay off the scale (I'm trying!) and keep on keeping on. Knowing myself, I know that means I have to focus on things other than that damned number. So, some of the things I try to focus more on:
I am wearing a pair of jeans today that I haven't been able to wear in over a year because they were too small. And they're not tight. I purchased blouses that were 2X. I've been 3X for a very long time now. My diabetes medicines have been reduced significantly. I was much more comfortable in the theatre seat the other night and it's only going to get better! I kicked butt and took names at Water aerobics last night. Okay, so, that list was more for me than you - thanks for letting me ramble.

Checking in, how is everyone doing? I am 1 month post op as of Oct.3rd, down 15.6 since surgery. Feeling good!

I'm done! I did it!! Had the surgery 9/21. Feel sore, but so glad I did this. Awesome feeling of accomplishment! Now, if I could just eat this jello.....

5 days post op - not hitting my liquids mark yet but getting there - sip sip bloody sip!
Blogging again, today is a sensitive topic, but it will make you laugh I think.
http://aussiefoodiesjourney.blogspot.co.uk/2015/09/scatagorically-speaking.html