LindsayT

I like the protein shots from the Bariatric Pal store. It has been the only protein supplement I can tolerate.

Hahaha

I was required to be on a PPI for the first 3 months after surgery. I'll reduce my dose for months 4-6 and after 6 months, I think I'll completely go off it- with my doctors blessing, of course

Ya, the extras you mentioned are expensive. The protein alone is pricey. I hoping to get my protein from food more than the protein supplements soon. It's just hard to make goal. I try to look at the expense of better food as an investment in myself and my family. But eating out IS way cheaper. I don't drink and my husband and I split a meal when we do go out...which isn't often anymore. Like you said though, TOTALLY worth it.

I second the miralax. I have to keep up on the constipation issue. Such a wonderful side effect...ugh.

Constipation or water retention. Stalls are the worst. I stall often, about every 10 days, but I've still managed to lose a total of 63 lbs in about 4 months. Just stick with it. The head hunger is no joke. It's really something I had to work through. And there are days that it's awful. I just try to keep busy. My faith has played a huge part in this as well. Every bit of help, whether it's God, mom, therapist, friends or keeping busy is important.

That's cool.

Just make sure you're taking progress photos for yourself. It crazy to look back and comes in handy during a stall.

Those first weeks are definitely hard. I was SOOO tired of liquid and puree and soft foods. But, it does get better. Especially as the weight comes off and health issues improve. The compliments are definitely confidence boosting. Things that can help are talking to someone about how you're feeling. It's a very emotional time right now. I cried a lot too and my therapist was a tremendous help walking through all the emotions I was feeling. Thank you for sharing.

What everyone else said, plus screw 'em. For me, I did this for me. My health. My confidence. My life. Next time, I'd just walk away and tell them I don't need your judgment and negativity. Sorry that happened to you. People can be so insensitive.

Thanks everyone!

Thanks! Yes, SOOO excited

...ONEDERLAND

It's better to just order what you want that's healthy and box half of it or more before you start eating. Kids' meals are usually full of fat and carbs and are not good.

That looks amazing. We're going to a place here that makes paella in September. Each month they do a Paella on the Patio event.

In the beginning, I just did the reduced fat mayo and tuna, and added some seasoning. Like someone said, I only had room for the protein. As your progress, you'll find what to eat it with. For me, I use reduced fat wheat thins, maybe 4 or 5 of them. I like to crush them so it's more of a topping than a vehicle to get the tuna salad to my mouth. Veggies are aways a great option as you can tolerate it.

Being only 3 months out, it's hard to deviate from the plan. We did go for some Chinese yesterday and that seemed to satisfy my hunger, but man, I didn't feel well after. Hopefully the right balance will figure itself out soon.

Oh, that would be nice... I'm one pound away from ONEderland.

There are some days that I'm SOOOO hungry. Not every day, just some days. What do you do about it? I eat high protein snacks/meals/shakes, but it's not enough. I'm not satisfied. Then there are days I have to make myself eat. I just don't get it.

Thanks for the information. I'll looked into it. It looks like it'll help some. I'm thinking exercise and surgery will be my only best option. Thankfully it's not too bad, but I hate it, especially on my legs where everyone can see it when I wear shorts or dresses.

Normal for me. Nothing the day of surgery and nothing until the leak test. They have moist sticks you can use, at least my hospital did. And ask for chap stick, if you don't have it. It sucks, but is necessary.

My favorite it Godiva dark chocolate with raspberry filling. I can't find it anymore, which is super sad.

Lol, no. It's definitely a lot of work. Thanks!!

Lol, no. It's definitely a lot of work. Thanks!!

Lookin' great!