Italian Gal

I am also in a stall...I was sleeved April 27th and it is the first time that I have gotten on the scale and not lost an ounce. It is so frustrating!!!! The only thing I have done differently is that last week I did not get in my Protein shakes. I found that if I was drinking Water and eating there was not enough room for the shake. I went back to them two days ago and realized that they help me in so many ways. I have more energy, stay full longer and they help you go to the bathroom! I don't plan to skip them very often after figuring this out. Also, I think the stalls are pretty normal from what I am reading. Seems like the body just wants to hold on to the fat because it thinks it is being starved. Don't fret and don't quit...we can do this! Good luck!

You should have said...."it went wherever your hair line receded too!". So sorry that this fool embarrassed you, but believe me, everyone there knew he was the jerk! Be proud of your accomplishment.

Welcome! There are really good suggestions and insights to different views on this site. It is the first place I come to when I need answers.

Congrats! What an amazing milestone!!! You are an inspiration to all of us!!!

Same here...repaired the hernia during procedure. I didn't even know I had one!!!

I am taking the vitamin Biotin....I don't know if it really works, but its worth a try!

I also have a closet filled with different sizes...so one night I tried them all on. I made piles of things that fit now...things that would fit soon...and things for after that! I put a big plastic bag on the floor for things to pass along as they no long fit. So far, so good. It has stopped me from pulling my hair out trying to get dressed in the morning. Also, if I have somewhere special to be, I try to figure out the night before what will work. Shopping for clothes will one day be fun! While you are losing so quickly, switch to dresses! My sister said that was her salvation when she was changing sizes so quickly. She also told me to have one good pair of black pants and a pair of jeans. We can go anywhere in these!

I found and ordered several books on Half.com for recipes and ideas from people who have had Bariatric surgery. I haven't started cooking from them yet, but I plan to!

Be positive...I had no vomiting or pain once I was home from the hospital. I did not even take the pain meds. I used a heating pad to help me with back ache...I still keep it on the sofa when I nap!

Don't "weigh" yourself down in emotions...we are not eating enough of anything to call a bite here or there cheating. Just keep the snacking in control. We can do this!

I know that many will tell you not to drink from a straw...but I find I can get much more Water down with it! Give it a try, take little sips and see if it helps.

You look fantastic!! Congrats on your new life....what a difference a year makes it right! I am only hoping to have the same success as you.

How about the ads for plus size clothes featuring a skinny model???? Oh and what about the designs they put on plus sized models???? And....sleeveless tops! Can't wait till this is something I no longer have to worry about!!!!

WannaB....I know that every nutritionist says something different, but my doctor says we can have coffee when we are up to it. By nature I am a tea drinker...but I do so love that first cup of coffee in the morning to get me going. I have been having it the past three days, and it is delicious! So, have a cup, but don't be surprised if you can only drink half of it!

The packets that my Doctor's office sold me were very tasteless....I used Campbell's. I still can not eat an entire can.

Babbs....I am going to follow your cue. As an older gal trying to get healthy, I don't care how long it takes. If that scales keeps moving down...I will be happy!

Why not...you two could support each other. However, don't forget that men lose weight a lot easier than women. It's just NOT fair!

Congrats on the 100 lb weight loss...that is major!!!

We have to keep reminding ourselves that although this was laparoscopic, it is still a major surgery! Give yourself time to heal. Don't carry a heavy purse or heavy bags. This is the time to treat ourselves with care and kindness.

When people say "you have lost weight"....I am going to say....."Yes, I have!" When people ask "how much have you lost?" I am going to say..."I am down another dress size" When people ask "how are you doing this?' I am going to say..."hard work!" And if they get really persistent...I am going to ask them...."Why do you want to know?" I am NOT ashamed of the surgery....I just want people to respect my privacy.

I am 55 and three weeks post surgery today! Had absolutely NO problems from the surgery. No vomiting, nausea or reflux at all!!! Feeling younger every day that the scale shows a loss. My knees are already feeling better too! I only wish I had did this years ago because I am worried about how much flab will be left on this big body. Oh well, my insurance would not pay for this procedure and we had a daughter to raise. LOL! Now it is my time!!

Crossing my legs! Not worrying about airline seat belts! Shopping in the Woman's department! Not having to stand in the back for photos!

I am taking Bariatric Advantage Vitamins and they go down easily and I don't repeat them. Try a different brand!

I am 17 days post op and feeling fantastic! I had hardly any pain, no gas, no vomiting, no reflux! I have been able to stick to the diet with very little adjustments. So happy that I did this and wondering why I waited so long to do it!

I started a journal to go along with this journey I am on. It gives me a place to put my fears and my successes. Yes the TV commercials are horrible! Half the stuff they show I would not want to eat anyway, and yet they make me crazy! I have been putting the sound on mute and getting Water to sip. Finally, I decided to get up and dress and take a little walk. By the next day I drove to my parents house to visit. I am almost at week three and I have been out to lunch and dinner with friends and family. I am feeling great! And thankfully, that first week feels like it was long ago. Good Luck!