SeattleSleever

Yes, I am losing handfuls of hair every time I shampoo. I really hope it stops soon...it's a little un-nerving! I also wanted to report that after my three week stall I'm suddenly losing again, currently at 204. I haven't changed much - maybe a little more stringent on carbs, and I have been tracking again. Good to know that stalls DO pass and it doesn't mean weight loss phase is over!

Hi All - sleeved on 12/21 and I am in your same boat. I've basically been the same weight/measurements for going on three weeks now. I think this is my first true "stall." I'm trying to keep a positive attitude and focus on the fact that I've lost 36 lbs since my surgery day and more than 60 since my highest weight. I'm also getting back to tracking my food (I have been slacking there), making sure I'm hitting my protein and water goals and working out. I'm hoping this too shall pass. Glad to know its not just me! HW: 270 SW: 244 CW: 208 (for three weeks now!)

I was sleeved on 12/21 and have lost 31 lbs since then. I also have a stair-step pattern of weight loss - lose, lose, lose, stall, lose, lose, lose, stall. I am really big on hitting my Protein goal of at least 60g per day and I track everything I eat in My Fitness Pal. I eat small "snacks" every 2-3 hours. I have been in physical therapy to rehab a bad knee that is preventing me from engaging in most cardio exercise, so I have NOT been very physically active at all, but working toward getting there. Here's what I eat in a typical day - usually between 800-1,000 cals. Breakfast - Danon Oikos Triple Zero Greek Yogurt mixed with 1 scoop Genepro Protein powder Snack - String cheese + mandarin orange lunch - Small cup of chicken chili Snack - 1/4 c. tuna salad spread on three wheat crackers dinner - 1/4 c. Bolognese sauce over "zoodles" Snack - chocolate protein powder smoothie mixed with light almond milk and 1 TBS Peanut Butter HW - 270 SW - 244 CW - 213 5'5"

Update - adding an Iron supplement helped my energy levels greatly. I think I was anemic. Feeling much better now! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My doctor cleared me to drink at one month. I have had red wine and it tasted and affected me just the same as before surgery. I just make sure to track it in My Fitness Pal - the calories sure add up fast! Trying to save wine for special occasions and not make a habit of it. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was also sleeved 12/21 and am eating between 600-800 cals a day. I feel like from what I've seen from others, this is pretty typical for this stage. My NUT said not to worry about calories and to just focus on getting at least 80g Protein per day. She said I am burning 2,300 cals per day resting (based on my MedGem analysis) so even if I consumed double the calories I am now I'd still be at a good deficit for weight loss. I only lost .5 lbs last week which is a bummer, but I am chalking up to "that time of the month." Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm one month out today and down 18 lbs from my surgery on 12/21, down 38 lbs including my pre-op diet phase. I saw someone post that they'd lost 48 lbs(!) in the four weeks since surgery and I've heard from others that their weight didn't really start to fall off till a couple months post-op. My question is there a "normal" rate of weight loss for VGS, or is everyone truly different? I'm happy with my loss; just wondering if I'm on track and what to expect in the coming weeks and months on this journey. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm from Seattle area, had surgery one month ago on 12/21. How are you doing so far? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was also sleeved 12/21 and am also dying for coffee. My doctor says not even decaf for two months. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I live in Washington State where recreational weed is legal and stigma around using marijuana is dwindling. My doctor advised to stay away from alcohol for at least two months post-op so I've been stone cold sober for more than a month now (including pre-op diet phase). I've also wondered if marajuana is a "safe" alternative to drinking post-surgery. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Once a week on surgery day (Wednesday). I also do measurements and keep track in a special notebook just for tracking purposes. I also like to record my thoughts, feelings and challenges/wins so in the future I can look back and remember how far I've come. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

For me, C-section was WAY worse. Laparoscopic surgery is far less invasive and I had much less pain and had more mobility much sooner. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have Premera Blue Cross in Washington State and was also required to do a six-month dr supervised (and well documented) weight loss program program prior to approval. I did it through my surgeons office and yo-yo-ed quite a bit throughout. I netted out only slightly below my starting weight but was immediately approved. Now happily sleeved, I view the six months of meeting with a dietitian as good "practice" for the real deal and am glad I had the time to do more research and mentally prepare for the surgery. Good luck! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi all - checking in with those 2-3 weeks out. How is everyone doing? I'm down about 12 lbs since my surgery on 12/21, 32 lbs since I started the pre-op diet. I'm doing great with shakes, Soups and Water but struggling with the transition to "soft foods." I can only eat a couple bites before I feel like food is lodged in my throat - very uncomfortable! I also made the mistake of eating a few bites of real chocolate mousse (not sugar free pudding) yesterday and had diarrhea and a rapid heart beat. So, I guess I'd say I'm still learning my way. My pain and gas are completely gone now. Biggest complaint is ongoing fatigue. I feel like I'm sleeping all the time and yawning constantly at work! Not doing much exercise yet. Would love to hear how others are doing? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have not gone to a support group, no. I can see where this would be helpful a little later down the line. I'm only two weeks out. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App