Thought we could all convene here after our Feb sx so we could stay in touch....

Aww sorry to hear that but it will go back down - your doing great-

What's hctz?

Maybe see if u are 'really' hungry or if its more emotional

Drink Water go to basics u got this

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HCTZ is a water pill. I have been trying to drink a lot, hoping it flushes out my system. It has been over 2 weeks I am going to see how I am this weekend and if not better I am going to go back to basics! This is really getting me down

Kind of fell off the wagon the last month.

Worried that I'm returning to my old habits.

Been on vacation, and not eating real healthy. I skip Breakfast. I eat a healthy lunch. My dinner isn't the healthiest (but I'm restricted from eating too much)

Worst thing...have had 4-5 alcoholic drinks about every other day for the past 3 weeks. The drinking will go down to about 1 day/week starting next week when I'm home, but worried.

The positive thing: when I used to drink, I'd eat a TON of junk food. Now, I'm too full, and the sleeve stops me from eating much.

Maybe it isn't so bad, but it feels like it. I'm getting good exercise while I'm gone. (Ran 3miles yesterday, and am walking a lot & playing ball with my kids)

Waiting to weigh until I get home. I don't think I've gained any, but haven't lost any either.

Started this at 331 February 15. Sleeved 2/26. 3 weeks ago I weighed 250.

Need to get this plan back on track

Kind of fell off the wagon the last month.

Worried that I'm returning to my old habits.

Been on vacation' date=' and not eating real healthy. I skip breakfast. I eat a healthy lunch. My dinner isn't the healthiest (but I'm restricted from eating too much)

Worst thing...have had 4-5 alcoholic drinks about every other day for the past 3 weeks. The drinking will go down to about 1 day/week starting next week when I'm home, but worried.

The positive thing: when I used to drink, I'd eat a TON of junk food. Now, I'm too full, and the sleeve stops me from eating much.

Maybe it isn't so bad, but it feels like it. I'm getting good exercise while I'm gone. (Ran 3miles yesterday, and am walking a lot & playing ball with my kids)

Waiting to weigh until I get home. I don't think I've gained any, but haven't lost any either.

Started this at 331 February 15. Sleeved 2/26. 3 weeks ago I weighed 250.

Need to get this plan back on track[/quote']

It's normal to fall sometimes- a therapist can help with it tho-

Ur doing great!! Maybe I'd keep the drinks to a min but u got this!! Yay for playing w kids!

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I am almost 6 months post-op and definitely my food intake a calories has increased. I am still losing but at a slower pace. I do track my calories using the "lose it" app and have been trying to get more exercise. The exercise (currently mostly bike rides) really helps with the weight loss. I seem to lose in spurts' date=' sometimes just a few tenths of a lb and then suddenly a big loss. Whatever, as long as I am losing I'm not worried about it. I think stressing out over your calories and rate of weight loss will only slow everything down. You are doing great so no worries! Don't force yourself to eat more than you are comfortable eating. You could up you calories by adding some healthy fats like avocado, nut butters, olive oil, etc. to your diet and thus not overload your sleeve. That being said you really should discuss any concerns you have with your Dr. and NUT.

pre-surgery weight 325; surgery date 2/28/2013; surgery weight 307; 8 weeks past-op weight 281.4; 12 weeks post-op 274; 4 month post-op 266.2; 5 month post-op 262.6[/quote']

Thank you for the advice, you're right on the money. My Nut wanted me to up my calories but I haven't done it. Not because I was trying to be low calories but the foods I eat are naturally. My surgeon pretty much told me I've lost 60% and that's what I am going to lose, he wasn't real helpful on calories, he thinks I could get another 5% out of surgery but if I want to lose more that's on my own, my sleeve has done its job at 60-65% excess weight loss. ( which i know is the average but i want more and plan on it) I was planning on healthy calories exactly like you mentioned, avocado, nuts etc. I don't want to add empty calories or overstuff my sleeve, I want the small restriction as long as I can.

I also use "lose it" its my favorite program, I'll keep chugging along and see hat happens. I have an apt with the bod pod next week and from there ill have a better idea of the calories needed on a daily basis and adjust mine from there to keep with weight loss.

Thanks again, you echoed everything in my head.

100!! Yay go u! I was sleeved 2/25 almost 00 down my cals have been at 1200 fit a couple of months- I eat fruit and Try to not have sugar but do use honey and real maple I lose just fine

I was 319 now I'm about 232...maybe lower today

Good luck

I use avocados and olive oils to healthily up cals

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Thank you, looks like we started with similar stats. I'm going to take the plunge with heathy fats and calories and try to get them up a little more.

You're doing fantastic too. Well done, always so encouraging to the group. Thank you for being here for everyone.

Kind of fell off the wagon the last month.

Worried that I'm returning to my old habits.

Been on vacation' date=' and not eating real healthy. I skip breakfast. I eat a healthy lunch. My dinner isn't the healthiest (but I'm restricted from eating too much)

Worst thing...have had 4-5 alcoholic drinks about every other day for the past 3 weeks. The drinking will go down to about 1 day/week starting next week when I'm home, but worried.

The positive thing: when I used to drink, I'd eat a TON of junk food. Now, I'm too full, and the sleeve stops me from eating much.

Maybe it isn't so bad, but it feels like it. I'm getting good exercise while I'm gone. (Ran 3miles yesterday, and am walking a lot & playing ball with my kids)

Waiting to weigh until I get home. I don't think I've gained any, but haven't lost any either.

Started this at 331 February 15. Sleeved 2/26. 3 weeks ago I weighed 250.

Need to get this plan back on track[/quote']

The 1st step is knowing you've gone off the path. Back to basics, you can and will do this.

Will be 6 months post op on 8/28/13 and will have lost 68lbs!!! Woohoo

My goal weight is 145... So at 177 now I don't have far to go.

Here's a picture of my progress. It's been hard at times others very difficult but sooo worth it!

Started at 20-22 size and now wear a medium or 10/12.

Just bought a juniors 13 dress at Deb's for my daughters 16th birthday in October!!!!

Awesome job! You are ADORABLE!!!

pre-surgery weight 325; surgery date 2/28/2013; surgery weight 307; 8 weeks past-op weight 281.4; 12 weeks post-op 274; 4 month post-op 266.2; 5 month post-op 262.6

Will be 6 months post op on 8/28/13 and will have lost 68lbs!!! Woohoo

My goal weight is 145... So at 177 now I don't have far to go.

Here's a picture of my progress. It's been hard at times others very difficult but sooo worth it!

Started at 20-22 size and now wear a medium or 10/12.

Just bought a juniors 13 dress at Deb's for my daughters 16th birthday in October!!!!

You've done great!

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Hello February Sleevers,

Thanks everyone, for continuing to post about your journey here - it is really important to me. I just had my six month "surgiversary" this past weekend. I am happy to report that I am 95 pounds lighter! I reached "onederland" a few weeks ago. I went from a 4X/5X on top to a size 14/16 (XL), and from a 22/22 on the bottom to a 12/14. I no longer fit anything in my old wardrobe. I am almost completely out of the plus sizes. People I know are starting not to recognize me.

I still have a ways to go, but my weight loss so far is fantastic. I am still dealing with the complications from my blood clot, and my hair continues to fall out (although it has slowed down a bit), but other than that, no complaints. I am walking at least 25 KM every week, and I feel great. A lot of my back pain has disappeared, and I can move around much more easily. Travel on airplanes is a breeze! I am sleeping better, too.

It hasn't been easy.... but it has been worth it!

Keep up the good work everyone!

For the past month I've been taking 2-5 bites of food and then not feeling well at all. I am eatting slowly and chewing my food good.

For the past month I've been taking 2-5 bites of food and then not feeling well at all. I am eatting slowly and chewing my food good.

That doesn't sound good. You should be finding eating easier at this point. Please call your Dr.

pre-surgery weight 325; surgery date 2/28/2013; surgery weight 307; 8 weeks past-op weight 281.4; 12 weeks post-op 274; 4 month post-op 266.2; 5 month post-op 262.6

Hi everyone. I've been gone for a while I was sleeved 2/20 hw 243 pre op 212 cw 177 total lost 66lbs. After op I'm losing weight slowly dr said its as long as I'm eating right I should be losing 1-2 pounds a week. Also had to stop working out for a bit due to seizures they are controlled now I'm back to exercising. Have about 45 lbs to get to goal weight between 130-135. Hope all are doing great

That doesn't sound good. You should be finding eating easier at this point. Please call your Dr.

pre-surgery weight 325; surgery date 2/28/2013; surgery weight 307; 8 weeks past-op weight 281.4; 12 weeks post-op 274; 4 month post-op 266.2; 5 month post-op 262.6

I told them last week when I was in and they just said that they are gonna ordered blood work and I have to go in again next tuesday. Its just frustrating. If I try to force my self to eat more it makes me very nauseated.

Hi my name is Courtney im 21 and I had my surgery Feb 1st i have lost 40kg (88Ib I'm from Australia) it has been really good the only problems I have had is hair loss and I have gallstones at the moment from the weight loss but will be getting my gallbladder removed next week. This was the best thing I ever did and I can't wait to loose the next 40.