Arielle

I had surgery on a Tuesday and was told I'd leave on Thursday. My surgery went very well and I walked that afternoon. But that night I woke up in agony and turned out I had internal bleeding. I had another surgery on Wed to remove the blood. When I didn't improve on Thursday, I got a blood transfusion on Friday and was finally released Saturday. Call your doctor just to be sure you're ok! Also, the gas from the surgery is extremely uncomfortable. I regretted the surgery too. I couldn't even sip Water for 4 days. I am two and a half weeks out now and I'm feeling better but taking the drinking and eating very slow. I can drink water and shakes now but puréed foods are a challenge, I can only handle one ounce. It is much better than it was though! I'm down 30lbs.

I was sleeved 8/29. I did not lose weight before the surgery. I'm down 26lbs since surgery but I think that is because I did not lose pre-op. I'm eating about 500 calories and 60 grams Protein a day now. I'm trying to eat more but I can only manage a few bites of cottage cheese, everything else makes me feel like it is stuck. I have a shake, broth and popsicles. I found a broth with 9 grams of protein. I'm exhausted though.

Mine was 8/29 and weight loss only a few pounds. Gets very frustrating for me as well, I keep hoping that this will all be worth it in the long run. I hope so


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You look amazing! I am less than 3 weeks out so I have a long way to go. I'm a little worried I will never eat again. Will I ever be able to have a slice of pizza? A beer? Tortilla chips and salsa with a margarita? 😢 Did I throw away my whole life for vanity? I was in the 170s two years ago so I have not been extremely overweight very long. I was miserable in the 170s and 160s. But, I was 248 at my surgery (HW.). In less than 3 weeks I am 221 so I know that's good but it doesn't feel good. 130 would feel good
Can an I ask how you don't have any scars in the bathing suit photo? I just assumed showing my stomach was over because of the scars. I'm 49. I am hoping I won't need plastic surgery for skin removal. The $ is not really possible.

Im trying to get inspired but struggling to feel good about this.

I also think starting weight plays a huge part and how well you did before you had surgery. If you lost a good amount prior it may come off slower

My surgery was 29 tho I am finally doing a lot better able to eat without too much discomfort still on soft foods next week I can try deli meat ... start work on Monday!!!

Everything KristyAB said. There is also a nut milk (cashew and almond) by Silk with 10g of Protein. eggs and dairy have a lot of protein. Grains like quinoa have a lot of protein. And of course, edamame, tofu, seitan, nut butters, Beans and hummus (from chickpeas.)

Awe, thank you so much for your kind words! I needed that more than you know! Now I'm crying happy tears. You are so sweet! This has been so hard keeping it a secret from everyone, and doing it all on my own. My insurance co wouldn't even cover this. While I was in the hospital the nurse asked me why I decided to do this. I broke down and told her I felt the need to do something for me for a change. I've always been there for everyone else, and I could feel my body falling apart, and I want to be able to be there to enjoy grandchildren some day. She told me sometimes we have to do things for ourselves. That's where I've been at. My daughter is getting married next year so my goal is to look good at her wedding. Thank you again for your kind words! ❤️

Oh wow!! I can't imagine doing this alone. You are so brave and so strong!! We are here to listen and help. These first weeks are the hardest and most emotional. This is a hard, arduous process that is the opposite of the Easy Way Out. We are badass warriors who do this despite being scared and sometimes alone. I want you to know that I truly believe you are a hero for doing this. We are saving our own lives and it's hard. You are gonna LOVE your life soon. You are going to be walking, then running and that's when we start to fly. You are going to feel great! This is a strange process, learning a new way of life that lets us live a life we only dreamed of.

I'm so sorry you are feeling alone and sad, You are a freaking amazing wonder and please try to remember that.

Everything KristyAB said. There is also a nut milk (cashew and almond) by Silk with 10g of Protein. eggs and dairy have a lot of protein. Grains like quinoa have a lot of protein. And of course, edamame, tofu, seitan, nut butters, Beans and hummus (from chickpeas.)

I was a lacto-ovo-peco-tarian ( a vegatarian who eats eggs, milk products, and fish) for a year. I got Protein from cottage cheese, greek yogurt, hummus, Peanut Butter, soy Beans, quinoa, and protien bars.

I've been doing a bit of research on this topic since I couldn't get an answer beyond "don't weigh yourself every day" from the nurse at my surgeon's practice. I think it has to do with Fluid intake post-surgery.

I am also getting sleeved on the 29th congrats and good luck to everyone ... I think my nerves are the worst of this ... no turning back now

Hey, I'm getting surgery on the 29th too! I'm having mine at Poudre Valley Hospital.

I'm getting sleeved on the 29th also!!! I'm on my first day of my pre-op diet and it's been hard today but I'm keeping myself focused on what's ahead.

I'm on mobile so sorry that my instructions aren't exact, I don't have the links to reference at the moment, but if you go to edit your profile (upper right corner, where you can edit your current weight and see the "my surgery" page and stuff) there's a section called "my tickers" or something along those lines that lets you create and edit a tracker for your signature. (I'm assuming that's what you're referring to--let me know if you mean something else)

At 5 months out you have lost an average of about 10 lbs a month. I think that is great progress. This is not a sprint but a marathon. As long as you are making permanent long term changes to the way you eat, it doesn't matter if it takes you 1 year or 2 years to reach your goal. Keep up the great work!!

I was sleeved April 4. Prior to surgery on pre op I lost 15. I am 5'3.5. As you can see it fluxes each month and the process does slow down. I went from a size 24/ 3x to a Large 12/14. My goal from my doctor is 130 but I am going for 150. August was tough as the scale didn't move. I had to look at measurements to see the progression. My doctor is sort of rude and has been on me about my progress. I am doing all the right things.
Sw: 230
Pre op: 215
April : 204 down 11
May: 191 down 13
June: 186 down 5
July: 182 down 4
August: 179.6 down 2.4
Sept: current weight 177.6
Total Loss: 52.4

Hi! I'm 5'2.5" and 63 years old. When I met my primary care physician in September 2016, I weighed 272 lbs. I met with my surgeon in October. I had my sleeve surgery May 3, 2017 and weighed 254. I was so worried that I wasn't going to lose much weight because of my age. At first, I didn't think I was losing fast enough, but then I really started doing well. This morning, when I got on the scale, it said I weighed 199.6!!!!! I have not weighed in the 100's since I don't remember when. I am so happy I did this. I feel so much better Healthwise and I am off most medications. I also have hypothyroidism.

The people who don't reach goal are not changing bad habits. If one focuses on lean, dense Protein first, then non-starchy veggies, no 'white' carbs and only fruit on rare occasions, calorie free liquids, stopping at the 1st sign of full, no liquids 1/2 hr before/after eating and regular exercise, it works. Very difficult to eat too much that way.
Took years of trial & error, because maintenance is harder than losing. focusing on the basics from the beginning makes it so much easier! I did find, as well, that eating fat helps me lose/maintain and veggies WITH my protein, somehow makes it a slider. Go figure, but hey, it works! I stay full/satisfied longer with far fewer cravings, also. I don't even count calories.
It's not easy, but if one stops just one bad habit at a time, it's more manageable.

I'm 5'2 and at my heaviest was 272lbs. I was 259lbs when starting the process. 248 at day of surgery and after 6 months i think i was down to about 175-178. I'm almost 11 months out and am at 153lbs. Kind of just want to see how low my body will/can go before it takes too much effort to lose a pound lol.

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It is not precise but it is realistic for most people. Most people never get to goal or a normal BMI. Most obese people just get less obese.
i exceed what that calc said for me, but if I ate the way most bariatric patients eat. I would have stopped losing weight where they said I would.
The stricter you are in the beginning and the longer you stay strict, the better the results.

I'm 5'3". In April when my first appt with surgeon was, I was at 252. I lost weight pre surgery and was 231 a week before surgery.
I am now 5 weeks post RNY, and I weigh 198!
I urge you not to compare to other people though. I was worried about whether I was losing enough after 3 weeks, and that's the advice I got.
My surgeon says women lose a few pounds, then go several days without loss and then lose a few more, and so on. This has been the case for me.
Surgery is driving your weight loss. Do what your team recommends and you'll do great.
My goal is about 120 I think... That's a healthy BMI. I could probably go even lower, but we will see how 120 looks and feels!

I guess it's a NSV I kinda forgot my surgiversary. I'm 3 years post op and maintaining all of my 130 lb loss. (I do bounce up and down 4-5 lbs). Still tracking everything I eat, it keeps me in check. Walking 8 miles a day 6x a week. Completed a LBL earlier this year and getting ready for final skin removal on legs soon.
Just hope those starting this journey know if I can do it ANYONE can. I stuck to my Dr's diet very strictly making all the changes lifestyle changes. I don't deprive myself now, but splurges are now occasional instead of daily. And I love that my sleeve still really restricts me. It's hard to feel guilty about 1 small piece of pizza and I'm so grateful that I'm totally satisfied after that one piece.
Hopeful everyone is enjoying much success and while I don't post often, I'm always happy to help anyone in need. Feel free to reach out. I'm cheering you all on!!!!
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I had surgery on a Tuesday and was told I'd leave on Thursday. My surgery went very well and I walked that afternoon. But that night I woke up in agony and turned out I had internal bleeding. I had another surgery on Wed to remove the blood. When I didn't improve on Thursday, I got a blood transfusion on Friday and was finally released Saturday. Call your doctor just to be sure you're ok! Also, the gas from the surgery is extremely uncomfortable. I regretted the surgery too. I couldn't even sip Water for 4 days. I am two and a half weeks out now and I'm feeling better but taking the drinking and eating very slow. I can drink water and shakes now but puréed foods are a challenge, I can only handle one ounce. It is much better than it was though! I'm down 30lbs.