cindyw41

Try using a baby spoon to make sure you aren't eating too big of a bite. Take 30 mins to eat your meal and set a timer if you need to. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My biggest problem is not enjoying food. If what I'm eating isn't amazing then I don't want to eat. I mean we eat so little of it, I want it to be out of this world. This puts me getting most of my Protein from shakes. Which isn't good. I'm getting no where near the calories i should but I'm hitting the protein target. I also struggle with exercising. Lack of energy from not eating is a big part of the issue. The positive, I'm 10 lbs from goal. This is the best things I've ever done for myself. I haven't been this size in 25+ years. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

If I drink too fast or too much I get one loud weird hiccup. It is very annoying and embarrassing Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Protein shakes are different for me now too. I had to use

How are you with drinking shakes? I know we should be getting Protein from food but you have to do what you have to do. Here are some suggestions http://www.bodybuilding.com/content/ultimate-list-40-high-protein-foods.html Some Protein Bars aren't bad but most are junk. The Rule of thumb is 1 gram of protein = 10 calories in order for it to be a good source of protein. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

The short answer is by sticking to a certain calorie intake/calorie out regime. Your Nut should set you calorie intake while you're in the losing phase and let you know what to increase it to once your in maintenance. Everyone's target varies. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Sonic ice, Sf Popsicles, pudding & Jello helped me during those 2 weeks. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

How are you taking your Blood Pressure? Regular Bp cuff or electronic. Wrist or arm? Is the cuff big enough? Has it been calibrated with your Drs cuff? There's many factors that can give you a inaccurate reading. Are you having any other symptoms? Seeing lights swirling in your eyes? Flushed, tired, headaches? Numbness? When do you take your meds? I had malignant HBP. I've never been told to be worried for a heart attack but severely hpb puts you at a risk for strokes. Not that this is severely high but know the symptoms. If you're experiencing any other symptoms go to the Dr or minute clinic to have your BP checked by a professional. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Best test to see if it is real hunger or acid is to eat (drink) Protein. If the feeling goes away for a while then it was hunger. If the feeling doesn't go away then it was not. It could also be head hunger but use the same "test". Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

One regret for most sleevers is that we didn't do it sooner. You did it sooner. Having PCOS makes it very hard to lose weight. Especially for those who don't have a eating disorder, where simply changing our diet and exercising would be beneficial. I fought PCOS to lose weight for 20+ years. I am not or ever been an over eater or binge eater and I wasn't able to successfully lose until I had the surgery. It was all metabolic and hormonal for me. Everyone is not a cookie cutter example of what a good candidate for surgery would be. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

First congrats on losing. Yes, 5.5 lbs may not seem like a lot in the grand scheme of things but you're just starting out on this journey. You will find everyone has different goals, starting weight and issues. Do not compare yourself to them. Your situation is unique to you. Some have the buyers remorse (the "what the crap did I do moment") and that is perfectly normal. I would stay off the scale of every ounce or pound lost/gained will cause anxiety. Some only weigh themselves when they go for check ups. That may be something you should practice. The feeling hungry all the time could be Acid in your stomach. Ask your surgeon about getting an rx for Pepcid, Zantac or something along those lines. Stomach acid will mimic hunger for a couple months. True hunger is very rare post surgery this early out. Fasten your seatbelt and enjoy the ride Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Yes! At 7 months out I am very pleased with my progress! It's been slow at times but overall I can't complain. Thanks!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Are you coughing or hear gurgling sounds when you breath? Showing any other signs of infection? The purpose of the tool is to help get rid of the Fluid in our lungs from being put under. I didn't use it at all after leaving the hospital. I also had pain in my shoulder but mine was from drinking too fast and residual gas. I would put a call in to your pcp just in case, especially if you're experiencing any other symptoms. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My first period post op (Started the day of surgery) was about a month long. It takes a while for your body to adjust with all the crazy hormones. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I've drank a couple times without thinking..immediately my body reminded me why it wasn't a smart choice. I felt discomfort for the 30 mins plus. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Usually any restrictions are for 6 weeks. I would say you would be good to go if you feel up to it Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Congrats!! Ask for another pillow. I was able to rest comfortably with a pillow on my side. For me the waiting to drink was the worst! I couldn't drink until my endo the day after surgery. My mouth was so dry and my throat was so sore. Once I could drink I felt so much better. Welcome to the losers bench! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had a 2 week driving ban but most Drs let you drive as long as you're not on narcotics. Enjoy and definitely bring the tissues Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I loved it during my mushy phase. Didn't have any issues. I can't eat it now at 7 months out mainly because my taste have changed, I don't like the Italian seasoning now. Crazy

Pack lunches and set their clothes out the night before. Get them involved or while your husband is there to help. I'm not a morning person so I'd even plan Breakfast out the night before. I had a hernia repair and do not think it added any additional pain vs those who just had the sleeve. I didn't need my pain meds past week 1.

I'm almost 7 months out and I still can't trust a fart Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Very true. I mostly stay in sweats and tees but today we had a party to go to and I wanted something that fit. I felt overwhelmed. I may have to grab some friends to help. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I know, cute clothes, off the rack sizes but oh my goodness what do I choose? We have had guidelines for food, exercise and everything health related but I need some fashion guidance. I haven't been able to wear this size since I was in High School and things sure have changed in the last 20+ years. I go to the stores and aimlessly walk around lost. Ugh, I thought this would be the fun part. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Are you taking Iron? If not try adding Iron to your supplements. Also do you have sleep Apnea? You may need to adjust your titration level. If you're hitting your Protein target I wouldn't worry about calories either. I struggled with fatigue as well, adding the iron really helped. Ask your dr to do a Vitamin level blood test. It will let you know where you stand and what you're lacking. My iron was really low to the point of almost needing an infusion. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It was about 3 months for me Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App