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I've discovered my pattern is lose 3-5 lbs, gain 2, lose 3-5, gain 2...which is interesting/frustrating at the same time...so I signed up for membership at an "orange theory" studio that is opening 5 min from my house. I have 3 weeks until that opens up and I will be working out regularly. Until then I've just been walking...i feel like that's my main problem: not enough exercise! I'm just about exactly 40lbs lost, give or take a lb. Also, my husband and I are going on our first solo vacay since having kids (6 years ago!) and I made resos for Vegas in mid-October! Definitely a trip that i am looking forward to, but I'm also nervous about food/drink/travel etc etc... Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Waffling between 254-256 for the past few days. I don't know if these are stalls or if this is just the weight loss pattern to expect..? Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I had it happen once, when i took a bite of my son's chicken tender that was DRY and stringy. I think maybe it has something to do with the dryness/toughness of the meat? I agree, it was awful!! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Ummmm i meant 257, can't believe I just put 10lbs back on in the last post it's so weird to be in the 50's I guess I'm having trouble remembering how much i weigh! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Also my stall has finally broken, down 1.5 lbs and hit 267 #hallelujah Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I drank a glass of wine yesterday at a lularoe party, i would say i have 1-2 glasses/week and it's working for me, my Dr is fine with it (by the way, lularoe is a great line of clothes for when you're losing weight bc it's flattering, stretchy and grows/shrinks with you! If you get invited to one of the events definitely go) Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

My new favorite dinner!! (This is a salad for my whole family, not just for me ) Tomatoes and fresh basil from the garden, fresh mozzarella (which is lower in cals than most cheese, and high in protein) - drizzled with avocado oil and topped with salt and pepper. So delicious and filling! I can eat 2 slices of tomato and 2 small slices of fresh mozz in 1 sitting and I'm FULL. Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I'm right there with you. Same exact lb gained, lost, gained, lost! Feels better knowing I'm not alone Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Canned chicken is good if you have to make an appetizer for anything. Buffalo chicken dip etc. But yeah i won't eat it by itself blech! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I've gone from 286/88 to 259, had mine on the 22nd Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I've been drinking coffee and iced coffee (caffeinated) without problems. My nurse told me before surgery that the reason they tell you no caffeine is because it surpresses appetite and also because coffee doesn't replace the need to get your full amt of Water in. She simply advised me not to forget to eat and drink ALL of my water and I'll be fine. (My surgeon's nurse is awesome and tells me "real world" reasons for things instead of just towing the line and reading out of the guidelines book like my nutritionist does, which i appreciate.) Also re interesting foods, I've definitely found new appreciation for Soups of all kinds! Lol. There is a "zoup" store near my house and it is a perfect way to get variety into my diet when I'm bored. My current favorite is their chilled gazpacho. I also eat cucumbers and pretzels with guacamole (which is my 5 y/o's favorite food in the world so i make it almost daily) - it fills me up quickly and is a perfect fix when I'm craving salty/snacky foods. Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Checking in! I am feeling very good, down 29-30 lbs. I was in a stall, then dropped 4, now I'm stalled again...but it honestly doesn't phase me, i know i won't be stalled forever! I am feeling very normal as well, i have been dealing with a bit of acid reflux, but i take the pepcid and it goes away immediately. I need to keep up on my Water, prescriptions, and Vitamins. Not doing a good job AT. ALL. Otherwise I've been eating with my family during meals, went out to dinner etc etc. I have a few sips of wine when out at a social event, but otherwise no drinking. Still miss overeating sometimes (especially when my kids wanted pizza night lol!) But overall i am SO GLAD i had this surgery. I love that even now I'm fitting into new clothes and people are noticing my weight loss. NSV: Yesterday i bought a size 18 jeans in the misses dept!!!! Haven't bought from the non-plus size dept and under size 20-24 in FOREVER. What's everybody's NSV? Share one if you have one!!! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I've been stalled between 266-268 for a good week or so! Down exactly 20 lbs. Just focusing on drinking my Water etc. I know from reading other posts on here that we are not alone, and that the scales will eventually start to move again! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Make scrambled egg and cheese bites -bake in mini muffin tins. Keep in freezer and microwave for like 15 seconds when ready to eat. This has been my go to breakfast for the past week and it's the perfect way to start the day with protein 8 eggs, whisked 1 C shredded cheddar Salt and pepper to taste (Add spinach or diced tomatoes and mushrooms if you can tolerate veg) Pour into mini muffin tins sprayed with Pam. Bake at 325 for 6-10 min (keep checking on them, until the center is just firm) Store in fridge for up to 7 days, microwave wrapped in a paper towel when ready to eat. Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I had white wine at a wedding last week. I checked with my nurse before I did so. I didn't notice any different effect than from before surgery, I sipped it slowly. It was fine! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

I'm losing again too! Was in a 4 day stall, then down 1 lb yesterday and another couple oz today. I haven't been hitting my Protein or Water requirements...has everybody else? I feel guilty about it!! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Since I've had my surgery, I've definitely learned a couple things about myself. 1. I am used to eating EXTREMELY FAST and it is very difficult for me to slow down enough when eating 2. I am still having major head hunger issues! I feel like I'm STARVING and dream of food, but when I actually eat, it's like 5 bites and I can't eat any more. 3. I sometimes miss overeating. Isn't that crazy?! I miss being able to take those big huge bites, or eat an entire bowl of Pasta. I think that is part of this process, letting go of those unhealthy relationships we used to have with food. And the final thing I've learned is that I have more confidence with every pound I lose! Down 21 and feeling GREAT! What have you learned about yourself so far? Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Weighed this morning, I'm down 20 lbs and exactly 3 weeks out! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

What's your protein requirement? Mine is 60g and I've been drinking 2 "premier protein" shakes a day (each has 30g protein, and they aren't very thick or filling) Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App Also ppl use powdered protein I've heard, to beef it up I guess Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

You look fab!! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

So what is everybody's daily food routine looking like right now? Here's mine: Protein shake (premier protein - 30g protein) for Breakfast and a small cup of coffee cheese stick or slice of cheese for snack/sometimes this is my lunch bc im too full to eat lunch..if I do have lunch it's a slice of organic turkey lunchmeat. Protein Shake blended with ice and banana in the afternoon Pick at whatever dinner that I've made for my family in the evening...and that's it! And of course Water, water, water during the day It's hard to get protein and calories in!!! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

We have a great thread going for late June sleevers, join us here! http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/370515-Late-June-Sleeve-Buddies? Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

How do you get the injections of b12? Through your regular doctor? I'd love to do that, the b12 is the hardest pill I take every day Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Also I meant to ask everybody: what meds are you on? I am currently supposed to take daily: (2) Flintstones chewable with iron (2) pepcid (2) actigall (1) vitamin b-12 Its hard to get it all in!! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Update: I am 15 days post op, and I've lost 15 lbs! Struggling to get all of my Protein requirements in, but otherwise doing well. Energy is good, incisions are almost completely healed (one is pretty much invisible at this point!) and my digestive system is functioning pretty much normally (no more excess gas/diarrhea etc) Will update at 30 days post op with a progress picture! Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App