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I am only 7 weeks out from surgery so they want me to get around 400 to 600, working up to 1200 to 1400 by around the 1 year mark. I typically get fewer calories because I just don't have the time and I can't get it down. I have a newborn, work a full time hectic job, I am a grad student, and an active with my church. My nutritionist had me add some carbs into my diet a couple weeks ago. We have to remember that everyone's body is different and reacts differently to foods, exercise,and the surgery itself. It really is NOT calories in vs. calories out. It is much more complex than this. Trust me, I have YEARS of experience with this, and have worked with many specialists. I have more energy than I have had since my early 20's. Everything I do is supervised by 2 physicians (an endocrinologist and my surgeon) and a nutritionist. We are all at different points in our journey and everyone's body is different. Please remember this before you start handing out diagnosis or eating/exercising disorders.

I actually lost 9 pounds this past week. I met with my nutritionist and said about 400 to 500 calories is right for the timeframe I am in. Goal for one year out is about 1200. Both she and my doctors are fine with my workout regime. I work out about 5 to 6 hours a week. A variety of cardiovascular on the treadmill to zumba, aqua aerobics, and body pump.

I weigh daily. I had an almost 3 week stall and it was so frustrating. This week I lost 9 pounds though. No clue how it happened, but it did. Be patient and keep up the hard work. Eventually your body will stop struggling against you and it will fall off.

I eat 3-4 crackers with a piece of turkey for lunch a day or two a week. I absolutely cannot tolerate sugar right now. I had some "diet" juice drink (15 calories) and it gave me a headache and gave me stomach pains. My nutritionist actually told me to add in some carbs. I work out 6 days a week and she said I am just not getting enough in (eat about 300 to 500 calories a day). I sometimes have a teaspoon of instant mashed potatoes with some chicken for dinner.

Wow, that is excessive. I think that is definitely one thing that has changed since my hubby and I got sleeved. We used to give food as gifts. I think a lot of people do. Instead of going out to dinner on my birthday and having cake he is getting me an electric guitar.

Awesome news!

I have PCOS and need something since I getting pregnant would not be good for weight loss right now. I am 37 and plan to try to have another as soon as I get stable at my goal weight.

A week after I had myI surgery my family went out to eat. The restaurant we went to didn't even have Soup. I had to sit there and sip Water while everyone ate. I cried the entire meal. They were all chatting about how good their food was and I just sat there holding my daughter close to me. It was hard. A week after that I went to lunch with co-workers and just sat there. I was OK for that one. Now, (I am 7 weeks out from surgery) I just get a little sad about not being able to eat certain foods. Or, when we go out for dinner my husband and I will share a plate (he had surgery 3 weeks before me) and we can't finish it...at all. I get full so fast.

Loved refried Beans. It was definitely a go-to. I could also have flakey fish those weeks. Lived on tuna, salmon, and tilapia. I also had eggs.

Surgery date 4/27/15 starting at 270, surgery day weight 255, current weight 220. Almost 7 weeks out

What are you ladies using for birth control? My doctor wants me to use Mirena but I am unsure.

I am 37 now.. hoping to be pregnant before I turn 40.

Sugarbabe...who knows? You would have to try it. Look at all the other crap we eat that is no sugar. No telling what is in that. I personally try to stay away from most things with soy since I have pcos. I don't need any more estrogen. The great thing about having the surgery is that no matter what you can eat you can't eat much! I also have a little half cup bowl to measure my food so I know I am not stretching my stomach. You aready dreaming about pasta but I miss cheeseburgers, soda, and popcorn.

Sugarbabe...I probably wouldn't buy it. If you are craving a "noodle" I would do some spaghetti squash with plain marinara sauce. I'm only 6 weeks out and still can't eat more than a few bites so pasta is not even a craving but it will be a good option later on.

I know it's difficult but please don't judge your success after 3 weeks. This is a process...sometimes slow and diffucult. Are you walking? I gained 5 pounds my first week. Take your measurements because sometimes the scale doesn't show progress as fast as a tape measure.

Hang in there! I was at a 2 week stall then I have lost 5 pounds since Friday. I haven't changed a thing.

Rsb0807 hoping you get your approval soon. I think I am doing pretty good. I already had more enervy than before. I actually work out 6 days a week. Haven't done that since high school. I didn't get hungry until about 3 weeks after surgery. Now I get hungry but I cannot eat very much. It is wonderful.

I was so excited when I got the call for my approval. Surgery was nothing compared to my c section (had my baby 7 weeks before suegery). The pre op.diet was awful me because I was so hungry. It was over quickly though. After surgery I was so tired and they would not let me rest. Finally took a 30 minute nap and then started walking the halls...got in 22 laps before I had the swallow test to check for leaks then I got my popsicle. Went home the next morning. I am about 6 weeks out and my biggest challenge is getting in my liquids.

Mine is saying 2 years. I had a difficult time getting pregnant the 1st time and I will be 39 by the time we start trying again. Thanks!

Welcome. Was sleeved on 4/27 and down 30 pounds so far. Feeling great. This site has some wonderful people and advice

Had my daughter in March. We can't try for 2 years but has anyone had a baby after surgery? Anyway planning on having one after surgery? What is/wad your timeframe? We aren't quite sure if we want to plan to have another baby or not. The cost of daycare is crazy. Just looking for stories of others

I saw my nutritionist on Wednesday. Told her my issues. She did advise that my body has underwent so many changes so quickly (delivering a baby and then weight loss surgery) that it has to have time to catch up. Advised that stalls were very real and that this will not be the last one. Advised me to track my measurements as well as weight but not to focus on the pounds. I was going to try to not weigh for 2 weeks but every day the scale beckons me so I can't stay away from it. I have decided that I cannot let it dictate my mood. That is easier some days than others but I am trying. I am just going to keep up my workouts and eating right.

I typically have a Protein shake for Breakfast, then have either shredded chicken, tuna, or lunch meat with soft cheese for lunch. We either have chicken, fish, or shrimp for dinner. I try to get in some greek yogurt but it is hard most days. I love the refried beans! My husband adds a little jalapeno juice to thin them out a bit. YUM!

Amoreno, I do consider myself lucky. I had a very easy pregnancy especially being so overweight and old. I worked with an amazing Reproductive Endo and OBGYN and their staff. We ended up conceiving naturally so that was another blessing. I was 3 weeks PP when I had my psych evaluation for the surgery. I was holding my daughter in my arms and the psychologist asked me how having a child would affect the way my husband and I eat. I said that I was going to ensure she had a healthy relationship with food unlike me. I wanted to teach her about how to treat her body. I made many mistakes in my life due to low self esteem and with each mistake I felt worse about myself. I don't want her to have to go through that. It does hurt my heart that she might have PCOS like me but I will be proactive about her health. With that being said, your daughter has a wonderful mother that is taking charge of her health. I will tell you that you have to be a bit selfish when it comes to your healthy which is hard for a mom to do. You have to take the time out to shop for the right foods, take your time when eating, and take time to work out. I struggle with this, but this is an investment in your future with her. Good luck on your journey! She will be so thankful you did this when she is walking across the stage to graduate, or walking down the aisle, or looking down at her own child, or just when she needs to talk to mom.

I hit my 1st stall as well. Was sleeved on 4/27 down 26 pounds. No loss in 2 weeks. This is also when I upped my exercise regimen. Doctor says I am not getting enough calories but no clue on how to fit more into my day. A lady that came into my office lost 63 pounds in 7 weeks. I am so jealous! It is hard not to be. My husband has lost 50 in 2 months. I work out twice as much as he does and eat fewer calories. I had my baby 7 weeks before surgery so I am hoping that some of it is just hormonal and will go away. I actually cry everyday that I weigh and the scale hasn't moved. It is seriously affecting my moods. I am going to not weigh for 2 weeks to hopefully alleviate that.