Lexington1020
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Post op Day 22...
So the dreaded stall is here....first I was angry,sad,depressed. I think I might have gone through every emotion possible in a matter of a few days...oh lets add confusion. I have been reading too much into other peoples journeys and I simply must stop. I took a break from FB, next might be insta.....then today I was just researching more about the stall and I found a thread were this woman made perfect sense....
"Please remember, Weight Loss Surgery is NOT a diet, it’s a lifestyle change which requires patience, diligence, mindfulness, change of old habits, etc.; it’s not a quick fix. It really does sound like you are doing very well and you just need to keep going and be kind and loving to yourself and embrace your success right where you are."
I have been expecting fast results when my body is still healing, my wounds are not even all the way closed up. I am doing more damage by fretting or physicking myself out. I need to relax and continue with my new lifestyle and give it to the Lord. My body is so tired, I get tired in the shower washing my hair. I also think I am about to have a visit from Aunt Flow....so maybe that is playing a part. I felt more bloated and have been having those hunger pains more (usually I eat more during my time of the month) I also saw some candy and wanted it. I only liked candy during my time of the month.
Also there are a few people on this site who like to give backhanded compliments. Or even advice, this site does have wonderful information but sometimes the threads can go crazy and too many people have an opinion. Just going to keep doing what I am doing and walk more. I have been doing my correct water intake and staying within my approved foods.
I hope everyone has a wonderful day!
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If there is one piece of advice I can give every recent post op person, it's do not weigh yourself for the first month. There is just too much going on, particularly water weight fluctuations. Now is the time to let yourself heal and focus on your nutrition goals. With as little as we consume, there is no way you will not lose, but there is just too much going on to get an accurate reading. You put lots of sage advice in your own post, so make sure you are truly following what you are writing, especially the self-love and care aspects. You are doing great!
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Backhanded compliments, online? Never! #sarcasm Just remember that your journey is yours and it will play out like it is supposed to for you. It seems like you have a good head about the situation and you are aware of pre-op triggers rearing their ugly head post-op. The 3 week stall is the least troublesome of all the stalls. The only kicker is that it is the first. Get through this one, continue to be successful and show the naysayers that you've got this!
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Post op Day 20...
I haven't posted an update for a few days because I was feeling blue. Mostly TBH- having a pity party because the scale had not moved in a few days. I also was reading too many post on here and sometimes I would compare myself to others, or chastise myself for not counting the calories more. But honestly most of the food I I have been eating is at 1/2 a cup or less. I have found for me to get in my protein I am needing to continue to drink at least 1 Premier Protein drink a day. Sometimes I also add an isopure, because I am so scared of not meeting that goal. Plus I noticed some hair coming out in the shower...not much. But it has been soooo long since I lost hair (to be exact since 2010 when I had my son) My husband has been so helpful...and encouraging. Last night I made vegetarian chili with three different types of beans. It was much more satisfying then having a little bit of sweet potato (which I never liked until after surgery) I do not really care for my post op diet. It has me eating a lot of low fat cheese/ diary products and beans. I am not really a fan of diary to begin with. I am just getting tired of not having real protein I suppose. I am ready for some grilled chicken!! On a side note after I cooked dinner and read my son a book I got on the treadmill....I am noticing I cannot walk as long (my back starts killing me and my tummy hurts) but at least I walked. I know this isn't very motivational but I want to remember the highs and lows.
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Hang in there! The further out you go and as you have more options for food it gets so much better. Everyone has their own journey, and even though comparing is understandable since so many people post their food/weight/workouts, you gotta focus on how much better you are doing since preop. That is the comparison that matters IMO.
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Today I was out and went to Boston market the onl u pureed they had was mashed potatoes and sweet potatoes which both I didn't want. I order the kid size turkey with gravy. I mashed it to pieces and chewed into I wanted to gag to ensure it was liquidfiedl. I got down a few bites without no problem.
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QuoteHang in there! The further out you go and as you have more options for food it gets so much better. Everyone has their own journey, and even though comparing is understandable since so many people post their food/weight/workouts, you gotta focus on how much better you are doing since preop. That is the comparison that matters IMO.
sigh- I am super emotional made me tear up....thank you <3
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Post op Day 16...
Last night for dinner I was really craving Mexican food. I had purchased some fat free refried beans and avocados and some salsa. I am sure someone has done this before but I hadn't ever and I am shocked I haven't done this before. But I halved the avocado and warmed the beans and topped it with a little bit of cheese I put maybe 1 tablespoon inside the avocado and topped it all off with salsa. OMG. It was so yum. I only ate 1/4 of it (which was one half of the avocado) and I was very satisfied! I cannot wait until down the road I can do this with some lettuce and sprinkle ground turkey on top. I also have positive feedback on my calcium chews...they had me wait a bit before I started taking them...same with the iron pills (which I take at night) but the chews are like tootsie roll consistency and taste like a very healthy brownie. Tonight we are going to the drive in movie and I really really really want some popcorn. I know I shouldn't...good thing it is a drive in and I will not be smelling it as bad as if it were in the movie theater. LOL Happy FRIDAY!
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Post op Day 15....
For dinner last night I nibbled on some very mushy broccoli with a hint of lemon and pepper and a touch of salt. It was DELISH! I probably had 2 bites of that and then I had paired it with my Ricotta Bake. I maybe had 3 bites of that. I am still learning the feeling of what is "full". The DS is not like the gastric bypass. Things seem to go down much easier as opposed to the gastric bypass it was coming up regardless if I liked it or not. I am thankful for that experience only because I will not over eat. I am scared to throw up especially with my wounds still very much present and hurting occasionally. ( I think the nerves are reconnecting) But on that same point I am scared I may not eat enough. Today I still brought a protein drink and I had half left over from work. So now I have had thus far 1 full protein premier protein and a half and 3 bites of my ricotta bake that I brought. I also brought some non fat yogurt but I doubt I will open that. I know I cannot live in fear but I do not want to not make my protein intake for the day. I have been getting the water in but I noticed my urine not as clear as prior to surgery. Oh well....I will keep trucking.
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I meant DS. Dang auto correct 😡
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Tomorrow I can eat scrambled eggs! I am really excited about this! I am also going to try to make a ricotta bake......even if I just get a bite of each down I would be a happy camper. I am also really proud--- today being Day 13 Post op--- I FINALLY got down two protein shakes! (60 grames protein) It is really hard - plus trying to get my water intake in as well. I have a very full feeling that has not gone away. Today was a good day, and my 2nd day at work since surgery....feeling optimistic. My tummy is not hurting as much, I just wish I was back to sleeping normal. I am super tired and no caffeine until the end of the month...sheesh!
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The ricotta bake is very good. I still eat it now, but I add in ground turkey and use thinly sliced zucchini for the noodles.
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Enjoy that egg! It's very good with mashed black beans and cheese. my first scrambled egg, I was able to eat half of it. It was pretty good. Lol
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Enjoy. First time I tried I made it from one egg, and manged a little less than half. So good. My eyes wanted more, my stomach, not so much lol
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Post OP- Day 12
So since my pre op meeting (June 5th) I am down 40 lbs. I have lost 14 lbs since my surgery June 28th. I saw my nutritionist this morning and she said I have to work to get in more protein. I have been getting better. They found during my surgery I had a hiatal hernia, which my doctor repaired. Sometimes I gasp for air as I have not been breathing for minutes. But I have been doing breathing treatments and it is much better. Yesterday I did over half a mile on the treadmill in under 14 min. That felt good, it felt good to sweat. I am so ready to get to the gym and hit the ground running. I know I have such a long road ahead of me but I am excited for the journey. For the first time I cooked dinner for my family last night and it felt soooo good. I had been removing myself from situations involving food. My husband and son went to Mcdonalds and I just sat in the car and waited. I would get angry and I did not like that. Cooking for them gave me pleasure and I wasn't tempted at all surprisingly. I just tasted some sauce I made to make sure the flavors were on point and boom shacka lacka! Since my surgery I have lost a loved one and gained a niece, it has been such an emotional time for me but I know that God has a bigger plan for me. <3
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Yay...14!? Wow...that's great!
As for the removing of self at restaurants, etc...I have not sat outside, but I go in with the family. It was hard the first couple of times, this last time was way easier. I wasn't hungry and sure, the pizza looked great and smelled great, but I was in control. Until you feel ready to do so, I'd encourage you to go with your family and sit with them, while they eat. You'll have fellowship with them despite not eating the food or even the same food (cause there are things we can get) as them. I'm glad you enjoyed the cooking...I do too, especially now that I eat most of what I do cook anyway (more plant based dishes). You'll get there.
Thank you very much for the advice and words of encouragement! <3 Hope you are doing well!
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You're very welcome hon. I'm doing well. Down 24lbs since surgery on 5/15 and doing great. As long as it keeps going down, then that's all that matters for me at this point.
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Great job and congrats on your surgery.
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SURGERY DAY IS TOMORROW! I am nervous excited and all that jazz. I have been on my clear liquid diet as of yesterday, I started my pre op diet back on June 7th- have lost a good amount of weight. I go in at 6am tomorrow. I wonder if I will sleep any tonight....I sure do hope so.
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I hope you are doing well after your surgery!
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Day 15 (pre op diet)
I was thinking I might be able to get down the road a bit with my work pants.....I haven't weight myself since that last time but my pants are def getting baggier. Today I feel really achy- in my leg muscles. Almost like burning. Not sure why but not feeling it. This Friday I am going to a shrimp boil and I am dreading it, mostly because I don't want to have to explain over and over why I am not eating. I also have to make a dish which stinks because I am making Jalapeno cheese cornbread and I cannot test it! Officially one week today until my surgery. The hospital called me and I have to be there at 6am on Wednesday! For awhile it seemed time was moving slow, but now with my being excited and anxious I feel like whoa it is around the corner! I told my husband this morning on the way to work I feel empty....but in a good way. My tummy is less bloated and I feel better. My sister is having her baby any day now! I hope before my surgery! <3
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You are almost there. I think you have done great. I pray this last week goes fast for you.
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Day 13 (Pre op diet)
I took off this weekend as far as posting. Saturday I was in a fender bender and the girl slammed in the back of my car. I am not feeling so hot to say the least. (no one was bleeding) Sunday my dog got out of our fence (our youngest corgi) and was gone until 9:30 that evening. I was such a mess crying and feeling bad from the accident. Today I still have a head ache and am sensitive to light and louder noises. My ears feel like they have fluid on them which is weird. But like my momma said I survived the car accident and my dog came home. God is good all the time. Keep me in your thoughts and prayers. T-minus 9 days until surgery!
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Day 10 (pre op diet)
So today is pretty bleh. I have only had half of my premium shake and feel like throwing up. It is hard for me to get it down in one sitting now. I had a birthday party to attend last night and they grilled burgers and hot dogs and had sooo many naughty treats. I saved my snack until the end of the work day and ate some cottage cheese and drank two bottles of water while I was there to hold me over. I have another gathering to go to on Sunday for Fathers day....I will bringing my soup so I can eat while they do and not be awkward. Kinda in a funk today and not feeling it. Ready to go home.....I feel kinda sad today and I am not sure why. Going to say a prayer and keep trucking.
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I haven't got a date yet--am hoping this coming week when I see my surgeon for the second time. So you are further along the path than I am, but when I saw your current weight and goal weight, I wanted to follow you because I'm very close to those numbers (though not, alas, close in age!). I know it must be hard to stick to the pre-op diet, but just keep thinking of why you are doing this and how thrilling it's going to be to come home from the surgery and really get going on your path to a new you! Best of luck . . .
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Day 9 (pre op diet)
Today I picked up all my meds for post op. I have to say it was a bit much, I am supposed to give myself shots which I am kinda dreading more than the surgery lol. I plan on ordering today the vitamin patches for the first few weeks to buy myself some grace period on trying to get them down. I have everything or most of everything I need, at least per the prep sheet my doctor gave me but I still feel very unprepared. I suppose one could never feel prepared on something they have never endured. When I first joined this site I had no clue of all the features, I didn't even know people could see these "status updates", I really just thought of it more as an online diary. (still kinda do) But now I am glad someone else maybe reads this and can identify with these same emotions. I know personally I have read some great things from some very inspirational people and for that I am extremely grateful.
I have some family that wants to visit with me this weekend, and I would love to see them but another part of me just wants to be alone or just with my intermediate family really....I do not know why I feel that way but being around others or maybe having to be around food and soda kinda gives me anxiety. It is hard enough being at work and people cooking their food in the microwave. Kinda makes me in a bad mood and I HATE IT! The mood swings SUCK! I have not even had Aunt Flow visit, Lord Jesus help everyone when that happens. I keep counting the days down on my birth control and I feel there is not any way around me having that visit WHILE or just after my surgery. *sigh*
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Day 8 (pre op diet)
This morning I weighed myself- and since my pre-op doc appt I have lost possibly over 15 lbs. I never trust scales....I have two.
I being somewhat a pessimist in my head say ( musta been a lot of water weight). I am excited today, last night my sister texted me and said she is dilated 1 cm. This is her first baby and she is my baby sister and I am very protective. I look forward to holding Kayleigh! Not much else to say but we did have the best soup last night- it looked gross but it was delish and I actually am looking forward to eating it again. I had to freeze my vegetable soup because I was soooo over it. I will bring it out maybe next week before I move ONLY to clear liquids. I also might visit the butcher this weekend to see about making my own bone broth-if it is an epic fail the corgis get a treat on their kibble! LOL Happy hump day ya'll! 
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Congrats on losing 15 lbs. that is a great!!!
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Day 7 (pre opt diet)
Y'all! Today I had the Atkins French Vanilla protein shake (drinking it now actually) and it is WAY better than the premier Vanilla. (NOT a fan of sweets) So that was exciting. I have been kinda getting headaches and that is no bueno. My sister came over last night and surprised me with a new purse, which brought my spirits up after a bad case of the Mondays! Tomorrow marks exactly two weeks until my surgery. Why is it that when you are working towards a goal that is over an extended period you aren't anxious and then here comes the countdown of 3 weeks (after my pre opt meeting) that seems like it is taking forever. I feel like a child again waiting for Santa, sooooo anxious!
#Genuine #heygirlheyyyy #youaretoocoolifyoucatchthatreference
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If I don't get enough veggies in all this protein constipates me, so I vote for saving a little room for veggies or green bombs...LOL..
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Yes, it is a side effect of all the protein for some people. Be prepared to have constipation after surgery. I finally took a dulcalax tiny pink pill and it helped!
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Day 6 (pre opt diet)
I skipped Sunday because duh that is the day we REST!
Even though I still worked two shifts. *bleh* Today I got up early and curled my hair and did my make-up. I told some more of family yesterday about my surgery and they seem excited. The support really helps, I was kinda feeling alone in my journey. God is good ALL THE TIME!
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Yes he is!! Glad your family is being supportive!!
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That was how it was for me in the beginning. I didn't tell many, but decided to tell most of my family and ended up with all excitements and support! So happy this happened for you. And yes, He is good!!
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Day 4 (pre opt diet)
Taking it day by day and it is getting better, I have never looked forward to eating soup more than I ever have these past few days! I have much more energy and that is always an added bonus! If I talk about soup a lot it is because in the very back of my tummy that spot I ignore I am hungry! lol. Today I get to see my sister Lyn she is coming in town and I am also excited about that. But I am at work now and reports are late. Next "soup" I prepare is Turkey Chili I think.... that is all for today. Happy Saturday! 06/10/2017
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Sounds like you are adjusting well to the preop diet. I ate a lot of soup the first couple of weeks post op. Good luck with your surgery.
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Day 3 (pre op diet)
I think today is better, but I had one thing going against me I had to get my blood work done this morning at 7am before work soooo that means I was fasting (not like I was eating much anyways) but man was I parched upon arrival. Today I went crazyyyyy and I got the premier protein Vanilla! I actually prefer the chocolate (not a huge fan of sweets) and to me personally that vanilla is WAY sweeter tasting. I went to bed last night immediately after work (got off at 9 and off to bed at 9:30) and it was awesome!! I still feel optimistic, my husband and I made (mostly him) made soup last night and let it cook in the crock pot over night and it smelled delish! So I am super excited for dinner tonight! Glad it is Friday! On another note I checked to see how much my prescriptions were for the surgery and welppppp I am broke and have not yet gotten paid!
#excitedaboutsoupatage32 
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Day 2 (pre op diet)
Why is the evening the hardest.....I am working m-friday 8-5pm and then get home and remote in and work 7-9 Mon-Sunday. This week is a beast. I have gotten dizzy and the room started spinning. But I am just drinking water a ton and trying to , you guessed it remain positive. Sometime I plan on letting my husband read this, so I want to say sorry for snapping at you last night. I know I apologized in so many words but sheesh this is hard. Anyone who has had weight loss surgery clearly knows this is NOT the easy way out.
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Today is day 1 of my pre op liquid diet, surgery isn't until June 28th. I am trying really hard to stay positive. So far today I have had 1 premium chocolate protein shake, 2 cups of green tea, and right now I am eating my snack of cottage cheese. Feels good to "eat" something. I am only writing this so I can reflect upon my journey. Cool story- my work brought in gelato ice cream for everyone.
I am super thankful for my husband, he has been my cheerleader. All I can do is take this hour by hour day by day. I have to remind myself that this is the final adventure before surgery. I have been working on getting this surgery since October. Not to mention I am being so strong for my family. I CAN DO THIS!
