Astarisborn

My surgeon told me to expect 8-10 lbs a month, so that sounds about right? But true everyone loses at different rate. Don’t focus only the number on the scale, sometimes it’s best not to weigh yourself daily and just stay the course! Good luck!

Whenever you feel discouraged by believing your weightloss is not as much as you think it should be, try to put it in perspective. Prior to this, have you ever lost 70lbs in 6 months? That's over 10lbs a month. That is phenomenal. YES some people lose weight faster. But also many lose weight slower.
I think many people have unrealistic expectations on how quickly they will lose the weight.
Remember, this decision has you 70lbs closer to a normal weight range, 70lbs closer to being healthy, and 70lbs safer from obesity complications. There is no negative feelings or disappointment to be had in that.

70 pounds is amazing for 6 months. Remember this is a tool and the results are based on our effort we put into it, not the pouch itself.. But that amount in that short time is amazing.

I haven't had my surgery yet but I think you're averaging about 3lbs a week right? Sounds amazing to me! At this rate, even if you slow down some you'll be around 200 lbs at a year mark - how awesome will that be!! I think you're kicking butt, but I know there are a lot of experienced peeps on this board who can lend some knowledge to.

I have the same issue and i don't know what to do about that

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I'm in the same range as you are. Six months post op and I've lost 70 lbs. I'm happy with my loss. Everyone is different as to how fast they lose weight. I could NOT have lost this amount on my own. I feel great and am continuing on my journey to be more healthy. My surgeon said I'm doing great. I'm off all meds that I took before. Primary care Dr said I should have lost more. I'm not letting him get me down. I've followed my surgeons advise on eating and Ive done the best I can. Im in my 50s and I'm not going to compare myself to younger people that have lost way more than me at this point. The more a person weighs the more pounds you need to lose before its noticeable. Stay positive. Your doing great!

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Photos will help you see the truth.

You’re already exercising? That’s amazing! I was gonna start walking at the park the 1st of June.

Hey everyone
I’m in the purée stage of my gastric sleeve diet and I was wondering how long should it take me to eat 2oz of chicken salad?
Since I’ve had my surgery, my stomach only felt swollen for a couple of days and now I’m able to eat yogurt way faster. Apparently it takes some people a couple of hours to finish such small amounts, but not me. Is that normal?
I also can gulp liquids just fine and it doesn’t give me much discomfort (maybe a few burps)
is it possible my surgeon left too much stomach, or is this normal?

Sleeved 12/20/16

You were supposed to be walking pretty much right out of the recovery room... walking is a MAJOR help with gas and healing (and preventing blood clots), start now if you really haven't started yet!

It started in the hospital. I got up to go to the bathroom and didn’t want to get back in the bed (I was bored) so I did a lap around the ward. I still didn’t want to get back in the bed. So I did another lap. 4 laps later I finally got tired and went back to my room. I did that until I was discharged, so I guess by the time I got home I had a tolerance for it.

I’m the same. My surgery was 5/25 and I’m a mini gulper already with no discomfort. Are you active? I’m in NYC and have been all over the city walking since I was discharged. That could have something to do with it. Lol, maybe we’re just cyborgs.

I was told 1 oz of puree in 15 mins was what was typical. But everyone will be different. Best to make sure you take your time with things, don't eat and drink at the same time, etc. Other than that, as long as you are hitting your Protein and Water metrics as well as getting in all the exercise you can, you've got nothing to worry about.

Same here. You're not alone!

I'm the same way. I do try to take my time but if I forget and eat/drink too quickly I don't really have any discomfort. I'm taking it as a blessing.

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On my way to the hospital right now. Wish me luck all. See you ladies and gentlemen on the other side.

You’re going to do amazing! I promise! I had my sleeve done on 5/10 and I’m feeling pretty darn good. If you want to read a little of my story from surgery day to now, you can check out the “I got sleeved today” post on this same section.
I’m excited for you!


HW: 311
SW: 255
CW: 254
First goal weight: 191 lbs
Second goal weight: 159 lbs
Goal weight: 142 lbs

5’6” 34 yo female in NC

I would try milk of magnesia. Wishing you luck!

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You are reaching the point where you should have had a BM naturally I would suggest you ask the surgeon's office and ask about it Monday and drink as much Water as you can manage for now.

I’m on my pre op liquid diet and I took some stool softener yesterday I don’t think it’s a big deal but I’m not 100 percent positive everyone is different.

So being the impatient women that I am I could not wait another moment and called UHC to ask about my paperwork that had been submitted just two days ago lol
She told me I was already approved!! I am so excited! Thank you Jesus!!
Now I am just waiting on a call from my Dr's office:)
Man things have really flown by!!
Hope all is well with everyone!!
Happy Losing!!

Gastric Sleeve happening at 9:35am. I’ve been wanting this for ten years now. I’m nervous excited and can’t fall asleep! Just wanted to thank everyone for the great advice and I’ll keep you updated on how everything goes!

Tomorrow I will begin my pre op diet, praying for strength but looking forward to it

Is that all it is? Did you have one?