Makuahine

I too had VSG for my IIH aka psuedotumor. I am a year post surgery. It did not completely help but I am healthier and stronger. I still have some bad days but nothing like before surgery. I also have not reached my goal weight either.

I have shared a boba drink with my husband... by share, I mean, I eat the boba and he drinks the drink. I can't eat much but a fee satisfies my cravings. I am almost at my year anniversary since surgery.

I am only 6m post OP and have a long way to go. I donated most of my clothes that were to big. I will keep my pictures... I feel it is a reminder of my struggle and where I do not want to be again. Plus they are memories with my family and friends. I am taking a lot more now, allowing myself in the moment.

I did after my surgery too. I was sad, angry, I even thought, "why did I do this?" too. I realized after I started eating real food again, my body adjusted and my taste buds changed. And continue to change even now(6m post op) I can't most stomach fast foods, it taste funny even tho it smells great. Restaurants I use to love, I find the foods aren't as good either. ... I'm finding my home cooked foods and meal preps are everything now and I really enjoy them. I hope that you will find the balance that is right for you too. Until then, maybe pack your drinks, soft foods you do enjoy everywhere you go.

I found this at costco and we love it.

True, I absolutely have excess skin, I think that is why she suggests I strive for 100. But I want to start weight lifting to build muscles. I got a ways to go to hit my goal either way!

I had a similar conversation with a friend recently, (my BMI is supposed to be 100 lbs. I would be happy at 135-145! But my nutritionist suggested if I strive toward closer to my BMI, when the natural weight gain happens, I will be around 125.... ) she completely didn't see the point of getting so tiny and it really confused me. . I am so glad to share this with someone.

I do! I was told it was normal for most woman after this surgery. It was a topic at my 3 month post op group appt. She joked and asked if any spouses or partners noticed worsen PMS! I have even more blood and found the overnight 10hour winged pads were perfect! I haven't taken any pain medication, I definitely need to find something!

I'm 3m post op and I still have all the lovely belly sounds too!

I have 2 toddlers. I had to have my sister stay over for m-f and hubby did weekends. I made meal schedules. This lasted for 6 weeks for me, even then It was impossible to lift them for a bit. The babies understood I had a boo-boo and to be gentle with my stomach. I had my surgery in Nov and I still can't lift my double stroller. I lost so much strength during recovery, I do the walking everyday. And just started going to the gym. But everyone is different. I know a friend who went back to work a week later and biked it! I hope its easier for you!

Mine started the day of my surgery, Nov 5. and it ended up lasting a few extra days then normal, plus it was sooo heavy. They gave me extra pads and surgery panties and bed pads for home. However on the plus side, I completely skipped the next month...

I had my sleeve Nov 5, I was craving salads too. I eat a salad with my protein whenever I can. I have had butter lettuce, romaine, arugula and spinach. I cut the skins and seeds off my tomatoes and cucumbers.

My go-to has been leggings and jeggings. I bought some Leggings at Sam's, Costco and Jeggings at Old Navy in smaller sizes since it stretches.

I love it, it is a really helpful app. I had surgery Nov 5.

I ate only one 2 oz item slowly all in one sitting. Then waited to drink 30 min later. I ate 2 oz again 3-4 hours later.