Jennifer Cunningham

Well I hit the most dreadful stall - the 3 -4 week stall - I was stuck and so annoyed!! I was at 211 for 9 days - I spoke with a friend of mine who had the surgery years ago and she told me to eat more - I looked at her like she was nuts...I was like what?? She said eat every 2 hours - trust me it will help you!! I can honestly say I felt like the biggest pig yesterday - I was eating every 2 hours - and felt horrible because I want to lose weight and it brought back memories prior to surgery....well this morning - I woke up and the scale said 209! I was shocked!!! She she said we stall because we aren't eating enough and if we eat more then the stalls won't be as bad!! I was 239 pre-op and today I'm 209 - October 2 will be my 1 month post op - So I'm super thrilled - just thought I would share it with everyone who is experiencing the dreadful stalls that are super annoying

I'm so happy that its working for others too!! It's hard mentally to increase calories but it makes the pounds shed

I hope it helps too!! Please keep me informed! Literally I've been eating today every 2 hours too - small things of course but hey if it helps I'll do it - she said it helps speed up our metabolism

I've told people that ask - I'm not telling total strangers but close friends/family of course - I think you should have a support systems. I do know some people who haven't told anyone - personally I have loved having the support of my friends/family - some of them haven't been supportive but that is there problem - I am proud of myself for having the strength to not live for food any longer - to say I want to be healthy - i want to feel better - I have tried everything and nothing worked - I am happy and have had no regrets of having it done - that is my personal thoughts though -

I don't know if you are post op or not but I don't think popcorn is on the list I was extremely constipated on week 3 when I started soft foods - I take Miralax every other day and the day it was bad I was in so much pain I took milk of magenisa - it worked within 30 minutes. Good Luck!!

I was sleeved on 9/2 - I haven't had any issues at all - except this morning when I woke up and took a deep breath I was super sore at my diaphragm - center (lower area between my breast) - it doesn't hurt - but when I take a deep breath it's sore - I walked a lot yesterday and I'm wondering if I over did it - When I sit straight up I feel a tightness - sorta like a sore tight muscle? Should I call my doctor? I go see him tomorrow for my 2 week follow up - I did have indigestion last night - maybe that is the cause? I took my protonix this morning just in case. Anyone else experience this?

No not any longer - I was meeting the max requirement last week so i stopped doing it - I'm not out of breath thought - I took my protonix about an hour ago and it's actually improving now - I guess it was indigestion? Because it's feeling better now thank goodness

OMG! Mine is awful! I feel terrible about it too - I was sleeved on 9/2 and it's just not getting better - My husband and my kids say it smells like poop! I hope it doesn't last too much longer!

So glad to hear this - I was sleeved on 9/2 and haven't really felt the total fullness - but I belch a lot - I am so hoping that goes away soon!

I am 6 days post op and I can say I honestly would do it again! I have had no pain no nausea - I've even questioned did I really have the surgery? I know I did due to all the incisions on my stomach. My recovery has been great - the key is walk walk walk and sip sip sip - My husband took me to all my favorite stores after my surgery - It was too hot to walk outside so he had me in stores walking and I truly believe that helped me the most! Your life is going to change for the best - yes you are going to have to give up things just as you would if you were on a diet - I know in time I will be able to have a bite of something I'm craving - and not consume an entire plate - It's a tool - you have to listwen to your body - I have to listen to my tummy everytime I sip and when I have Jello - It's a new lifestyle. I was not heavy my doctor expects me to loose 70-90 pounds and yes I could of probably have done it alone - but I'm 37 and wanted a tool to assist me and I have no regrets!

You will do great! I actually felt better during my preop diet phase - It is more of a head game because you aren't eating like you want - think of it like when you go on a diet you want everything in site! Keep your eye on the prize - Good Luck on you Journey!

Well tomorrow is the big day! My surgery is scheduled at 2pm - I have to be there at noon - I was hoping for an earlier surgery time so I didn't have to deal with NOTHING to drink all morning long! Today has been full of nerves and a little frustration due to not being able to eat anything - liquids only! I know this is the best decision I'll make - but that doesn't help my mind freak out - I'm kinda expecting the worse and hoping for the best!!

My surgery went great! I stayed 1 night in the hospital and was in no pain! I had no nausea/pain - my surgery was at 2:30 - I was in my room by 4:30 and up walking by 7pm - I was honestly surprised! I had no issues - so far so good!! I'm home now on a clear liquid diet until Wednesday - then I go on full liquids which I'm super excited about it! The only thing I have noticed is I get tired easily - but I sip, walk, rest, and repeat! It's helped to have my husband home with me this week as well - My kiddos have also made sure I had everything I need!

I AM SO CRAVING TOMATO SOUP TOO! I had my surgery on 9/2 and I have a clear liquid diet til Wednesday - and I am so excited about having some tomato soup

I was sleeved on 9/2 - I smoked my last cigarette right before I walked in to the hospital - 6 days post op I'm doing great and I haven't smoked since! I made the decision the last cigarette I would have would be before my surgery because I was having this surgery to get healthy - ALL AROUND Healthy - it's actually been easy - being on pain meds as reduced my cravings for a cigarettes - plus I'm learning how to drink slow and make new habits so it's actually been easier than I could ever imagine!

I have my surgery on Wednesday and I'm excited and scared - I'm trying to make sure I have everything in order - but my nerves are getting the best of me! I'm so scared of the pain/nausea that might occur after surgery - I hate throwing up so I'm super scared about that! I'm just freaked out - and I'm trying to calm my nerves but it seems really hard! I want to do this - I have felt great during my pre-op lost 10 pounds so far! I'm just hyping myself up right? Anyone else have these thoughts/fears? How long did you have pain/nausea? Any advice that made your recovery period easier I'm all willing to listen! Thanks again for all your support!!

Well I only have a few more days - I just found out my surgery time and when I have to be there - But I have a question - My diet says 1 week Clear liquids? Does this mean I can't have any Protein shakes that week?

I'm sept 2 and I have felt so well since starting my liquid low calorie dinner

I'm so glad to hear that you are doing well - I'm so nervous about my upcoming surgery 9/2 - I'm super nervous about the pain/nausea - despite my fear I'm still going through with it but any helpful hints are greatly appreciated Thanks and again I'm so happy you are doing so great!

I finally got my surgery scheduled for 9/2 and I start my liquid diet on Wednesday - I'm on a liquid + lite meal - meaning I can only have <450 in that one meal - has anyone else had to do that? I'm excited - but I'm really scared - I've had so many people in my life have it done and they have prepped me for the 1st two weeks being the worse - I tolerate pain fairly well - but I'm the person that hates to throw up - so I'm naturally scared! I know it will be okay - I just pray it will be alright - surgery and all - I have anxiety pretty bad and fear something will happen to me - then what will my two boys do? I know this is the best thing I could do but is anyone else scared? I wasn't until the surgery got scheduled then panicked

I started my liquid diet today - and I'm trying to stay positive about it - I actually am a huge coffee drinker and so instead of coffee for Breakfast as usual I bought the atkins cafe latte Protein shake and much to my surprise it was delicious and played the game with my brain that I had coffee this morning! I'm drinking Water and trying to sip Of course last night I had my final farewall dinner lol Mexican food and then gourmet cupcakes for dessert (I love cupcakes and went in and bought a dozen for my family not just for me lol) Much to my surprise last night sitting there looking at them I realized I didn't even really want one - I had a half of a cupcake - and my husband thought I was crazy that I didn't finish it - I just looked at it and thought I don't want food controlling me - so maybe that is a good start? Atleast I'm hoping it is!

I think we should make a list of why's I personally think that might help ease our anxiety

Thank you all so much for your support! I know I'll be fine - and I'm so glad to know I'm not the only one who got scared when the surgery date was made official! I actually tried to live like I have already had the surgery - I know all will be alright and I will be happy I had it done - it's just scary Thanks again!