jembell01

So I couldn't really tell a difference, even though I'm down 21 lbs...glad I have before pics...before photo on right was taken 2 weeks preop. Pic of me in black top was taken yesterday. I am 11 days post op ????

I've been in a stall for a while now too. It's my own undoing though. I have been eating like crap, drinking wine like it's going out of style...so it's my fault. I have been okay at my current weight because I'm getting compliments, I'm comfortable in clothes now, and even enjoy shopping, BUT I don't want to be done losing weight. This morning I woke up, ate a healthy Breakfast, went to the gym, and started a squat challenge with a friend of mine. I wish you the best getting through your stall and think what Dub said is great advice. Lift weights if you are able.

I've been in a stall for a while now too. It's my own undoing though. I have been eating like crap, drinking wine like it's going out of style...so it's my fault. I have been okay at my current weight because I'm getting compliments, I'm comfortable in clothes now, and even enjoy shopping, BUT I don't want to be done losing weight. This morning I woke up, ate a healthy Breakfast, went to the gym, and started a squat challenge with a friend of mine. I wish you the best getting through your stall and think what Dub said is great advice. Lift weights if you are able.

@@jembell01 It's good you're getting back on track - you would definitely start to gain if not.

I've been in a stall for a while now too. It's my own undoing though. I have been eating like crap, drinking wine like it's going out of style...so it's my fault. I have been okay at my current weight because I'm getting compliments, I'm comfortable in clothes now, and even enjoy shopping, BUT I don't want to be done losing weight. This morning I woke up, ate a healthy Breakfast, went to the gym, and started a squat challenge with a friend of mine. I wish you the best getting through your stall and think what Dub said is great advice. Lift weights if you are able.

Get some Iron in your diet.
This kind of iron:

You'll increase your metabolism and profit hugely. Don't be patient with stalls......actively do things that you know will bust you through them. Track your calorie intake, track your sodium intake, stay hydrated, start a weight training program and get some cardio in. Stay strict with your programs eating guidelines and take comfort in knowing you will win out and wrestle that stall to the ground.

Thank you everyone for your feedback & for the record, we weren't arguing via text.????
I clearly was having some serious hormonal mood swings. Partly due to the changes that are going on internally and mentally due to WLS, but also I am attributing it to starting my cycle the next day. Hormones surging like crazy. That documentary is super addictive and now that he's done with it, he's returned to his normal self and now that my hormones are a bit more regulated, I'm my normal "not crazy" self.
Oh how I wish these posts could be erased because it's humorous how nuts I sound at times ????????

So, I'm almost at 2 months post-sleeve & the Constipation has been a bit#%! I use Miralax, colace twice a week & I eat 4 prunes 3-4 times a week. STILL, it's been a little difficult to fully relieve in that department. (I warned you it was TMI...faint of heart abort reading now). I actually day-dreamed about the dumping syndrome & explosive diarrhea thinking...the shaking & sweating sounded awful, but to fully relieve my bowels without a BATTLE in the BATHROOM, didn't sound too bad. Well, thankfully, I haven't experience dumping yet b/c it sounds absolutely terrible. I have actually thanked God EVERY single time I've gotten to go #2 since the procedure--I'm talking "Praise you Jesus!" & "Thank you for allowing me to have a bowel movement!" whether it was fully relieving the bowels or not. I'm the grateful type--in this department, somes better than none & nearly ever bathroom visit has been like a mild form of child labor. WORK.
Well, I've gotten a sinus infection--taking antibiotic, Probiotics & a few other things which has caused me to have diarrhea. TMI approaching. It's been some of the greatest times. I'm drinking more to make sure I don't get dehydrated & I VERY begrudgingly took Imodium to be safe on the hydration thing. So today, I'm very thankful for diarrhea & the gift of fully emptied bowels. Now, I feel very unladylike for such a post, but keeping it real[emoji372][emoji372][emoji372]

it all over i got my miralax ! ! yea! !

2 months today!

I'm 9 months out and feeling amazing. I'm quickly becoming a WLS advocate!

1. Protein First
2. Drink your Water
3. Have I exercised 3 times this week?

Hey all!
Just over 1 year post op and feeling fantastic!
Started 152 kg (332 lbs) down to 76kg (167lbs) - half my size !
How is everyone else going? Love seeing these photos - keeps me motivated
Positive vibes and much love X

My surgery took place on January 6, 2016. I have gone to my 1 month follow up today and have lost a total of 25 lbs. It's great that I can fit clothes that I have not fit before.

Today is a GOOD day!!
My journey is far from being over but at least I can see the finish line --- in the distance
Next big milestone is the 100 pound mark!

I'm happy to share this with all of you as you all have helped keep me inspired and motivated!!!
thanks
Heather

Between my husband and I (call us bandy and the sleeve), we don't say we had a poo, we say we had a Tuesday, as we joke that we eat so little, we only do the doo-doo on Tuesdays.
It gets confusing when he says he had a Tuesday on a Thursday.
We have little in the way of entertainment, apparently.

you all look great!

I had surgery on 12/29 & have lost 29 lbs. I stalled for over a 1 1/2 weeks during my period too and after that, I dropped about 7 additional pounds that following week. It's coming off slow, but it's coming off. It took me a long time to gain the weight, so I would rather it all come off over a few months instead of drop 80 lbs in like 3-4. Hopefully it's giving my skin the time it needs to "snap back" & not being as much of a shock to my body. It will happen. Give yourself some time ????

I had surgery on 12/29 & have lost 29 lbs. I stalled for over a 1 1/2 weeks during my period too and after that, I dropped about 7 additional pounds that following week. It's coming off slow, but it's coming off. It took me a long time to gain the weight, so I would rather it all come off over a few months instead of drop 80 lbs in like 3-4. Hopefully it's giving my skin the time it needs to "snap back" & not being as much of a shock to my body. It will happen. Give yourself some time ????

So I couldn't really tell a difference, even though I'm down 21 lbs...glad I have before pics...before photo on right was taken 2 weeks preop. Pic of me in black top was taken yesterday. I am 11 days post op ????

82 lbs lost!

All I know is he got the part that made me hungry!!

U have to take miralax or something like that. Because you are always bound up.

So I couldn't really tell a difference, even though I'm down 21 lbs...glad I have before pics...before photo on right was taken 2 weeks preop. Pic of me in black top was taken yesterday. I am 11 days post op ????

I'm actually eating a tiny cup of chicken salad; tiny chopped chicken, mayo, tiny chopped peppers and celery and my stomach is making the most god awful noises...I'm in the office and very scared where this might lead....
I hope you feel better soon. I am 5 weeks out and my nutritionist told me that I might do great with eggs one day and the next might be horrible. We have temperamental stomachs now unfortunately

Sigh, sadly yes. I am 6 weeks out and I'm having chicken issues. Just can't stomach the stuff anymore and I could a week or two ago. My stomach and tastes have completely shifted since the surgery, fortunately for the better. Maybe try the eggs again in a week or two and see if it's just a phase your belly is going through.