theladyslipper

I can't even believe that it'll be 5 months tomorrow since I've had this procedure. It's been one of the best decisions I've ever made. BEST! The 1st 2-3 months were an adjustment, but now I go out to dinner & to parties & do fine w/ food. I've learned to cut my food into much smaller pieces & I just slowly nibble & this allows me to keep up w/ my regular social activities w/ friends. I'm not afraid to just stop when I'm done & I take a lot of my leftovers home in a doggie bag:) Some days I'm super strict w/ healthy, low-fat Proteins & shakes, but I still have just a bite of what looks good--but I stop at a bite or 2. I could've NEVER stopped at a bite or 2 of the delicious stuff before this sleeve (maybe a bowl or 2)!!! Other days, I'll enjoy those favorite items, but I try to make sure to exercise on those days--even if it's just walking the dog. I'm trying to walk 3-5 times a week & just started a weight lifting class twice a week for the last 3 weeks. I'm grateful to be so mobile again. I'm almost 6'0 and have gone from 268 to 188. To the newbies, stick with your Protein first & don't get discouraged--keep moving. You've got some bright & beautiful days ahead of you!!!!

Amazing! Keep u the awesome work[emoji106]

I wish someone would've told me to use Colace stool softener sooner. Who knew constipation could be so miserable! Good luck!

My mother had this problem--she was sleeved a year & a half ago and lost around 150 lbs in the first year. She has a hard time eating a lot at a time w/ acid reflux. She's since gained 10-12 lbs, but is around 5'8 and 140. She kind of got scared that if she were to get sick, she'd lose more. Never thought that losing too much could be a problem until I watched her go through it. Good luck increasing calories!

So exited to hear about how everyone is doing!!!

Waking up in the morning empowered & excited about the new day & the events that it holds (..and not worrying abt what I'm going to wear!)

Well, I'm 4 months out & have lost 70lbs! Never imagined I could lose this much in 4 months. I'm so thankful. My energy is up, my outlook is bright & this sleeve is one of the best decisions I've ever made. I had my check-in with the surgeon yesterday & was cleared for more rigorous exercise. I've just been walking so far, but I'm starting a weight lifting/core/cardio interval class on Monday...we'll see how it goes! Good luck to everyone on this fantastic journey!!!

I traveled to Disney at 2 1/2 months & was glad to have my pre-made premier protein shakes as an occasional snack. Have fun travels!

Way 2 go!!! 3 digits!

Curious.

So thrilled to be back in the 100's...even if it's 199! I'm around 3 1/2 months & have lost nearly 70lbs. So thankful for this procedure & my new lifestyle that it brought about.

Funny on the retinol comment! True!!! I've found that those little whispers in my mind that come with thoughts of flaws & the "less thans" love to speak up when things are going well. Losing 85lbs in less than 4 months sound like doing well to me...don't let those thought rob you of your joy!

Way 2 go!!!! Keep up the good work & enjoy the fruits of your labor!

I walked 15-20 min, twice a day starting at day 3.

Yikes!!! Hope it subsides soon! Im almost 3.5 months out & haven't thrown up or had dumping syndrome yet, but they are both at the top of my "Don't want to do list." Good luck!!!