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

I've had a uti and not felt well for a week and NOT getting protein in... Eating all the wrong things.... Oatmeal cookies, pickles lol did eat some shrimp... I need to buy some better options and eat Greek yogurt when in want sweets

Hello, All. I was sleeved on 2/26. I'm a little discouraged because since about 12 days post-op, I've only lost about a lb or maybe 1.5 lbs. I know that is a bit whiney of me since I lost 15 lbs in the first 12 days post-op, but I need to lose so much and I know these first 6 months are the honeymoon phase of losing.

My sleeve was very easy. No nausea and I was up and walking around the hospital almost immediately. I was released the next day and my pain seemed to be almost gone when I started having really bad pain upon getting up and down and eventually even while seated. But the P.A. said it was normal and would get better with movement. Then it was getting better and I could even sleep on my side when I must have aggravated it at work and now it hurts again. But I finally was able to take a nice brisk walk yesterday of about 1.5 miles. Hopefully that will jumpstart my losing again.

One thing I noticed and I wanted to see if anyone else has, but my body has always done things differently from the norm. When I was losing fast, I was freezing cold at night. I would have to turn the heater up to what would normally be stifling hot for me, and then sleep under extra covers. I felt that way last night again, so fingers crossed.

Went to my 5 week checkup and I have only lost 5 lbs since the first week out checkup. 26 since beginning of pre-op diet. I was frustrated but the NP said that was the average weight loss for this checkup. She told me to keep following the plan and it will come off. She also said they like to see an average of 5 lbs a month at my BMI.

I know my clothes are feeling much looser. My PJ bottoms actually fell off last night when I sneezed. A little embarrassing in front of the nephew. Luckily I pulled em back up before he noticed.

I'm really thankful for my sleeve friends here. You guys have kept me sane knowing I'm not alone in the struggles and able to rejoice in the victories together.

Hi Everyone and congrats on all the weight loss. Here's my question... what are you all eating? I'm 3 weeks out, on pureed foods, my menu consists basically of not much. I lack creativity for sure. Lol

protein shake

S) cottage cheese

D) protein shake

S) strawberry core power (sometimes)

I eat sf jello & pudding, cottage cheese, sf Popsicles,

I've lost 30 # total,since pre-op, I'm kind of discouraged cuz I see others that have lost a lot more. AND I think I've hit a dang stall! beside having no energy. And am tired a lot.

I eat scrambled eggs, string cheese, tuna salad, ricotta bake, chicken salad, soft chicken...your food needs to be swallowed the consistency of apple sauce, so any high protein, low fat/carb food is great! My doctor said the more protein I can get from real food the better it is.

Ok, so I tried to search...couldn't find much on here- but I might be looking in the wrong spot?

Anyone found a good source for recipes for sleevers? Anyone bought any?

Also...had to share a lil victory dance...3 weeks post op yesterday- down 20# officially! I didn't have a pre-op, so this is all post op loss

Hey guys,

I haven't been on here too much anymore but I thought I would update. Surgery was 2/4 and I am currently down 48 pounds. ( 21 pre-op and 27 post) I haven't noticed too much of a difference yet but I have had to alter my uniform for work twice.

I am able to eat more and my hungry has returned. I started taking an acid reducer today in hopes I am feeling acid and not hunger.

I also quit losing for awhile and the drop like crazy. As of right now, I've been playing with the same pound for 4 days. Going to join a gym and try an kick start all of this.

Hope everyone is doing well

Ok' date=' so I tried to search...couldn't find much on here- but I might be looking in the wrong spot?

Anyone found a good source for recipes for sleevers? Anyone bought any?[/quote']

This web blog posted by maharet111 last week is fabulous for recipes!

http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/2007/08/pureed-foods.html?m=1

Hi Everyone and congrats on all the weight loss. Here's my question... what are you all eating? I'm 3 weeks out' date=' on pureed foods, my menu consists basically of not much. I lack creativity for sure. Lol

protein shake

S) cottage cheese

D) protein shake

S) strawberry core power (sometimes)

I eat sf jello & pudding, cottage cheese, sf Popsicles,

I've lost 30 # total,since pre-op, I'm kind of discouraged cuz I see others that have lost a lot more. AND I think I've hit a dang stall! beside having no energy. And am tired a lot.[/quote']

It's sooo hard when you want to get in as much protein and liquids as you can for your body to have energy but you just can't! I just started puréed and am also 3 weeks out--- my goal is to eat more than drink but I just can't make my stomach cooperate! So it's mostly just shakes and water with a few ounces of food a day! Hang in there--- I pray our energy will increase once our calories and intake increase.

Question for those who are working out.

I am starting at the gym (my loss is slow so I'm ready to get it going) and doing weights and cardio now.

When can we start doing abs and things of that nature? I did an ab machine...I did 5 and 3 sets each and it was fine. I started out slow and didn't use weights yet and it seemed good and no pain. I am 5 weeks out tomorrow. It felt so good to get in and work out hard(felt like a hard work out since I haven't been in a long time).

My PA, who has an exercise physiology background, says no weights until I'm 12 weeks out. I have about 5 more weeks. Can't wait to get back to the weight machines! I am allowed to do organized exercise class now (6 weeks) and the exercise bike, treadmill, etc.

Has anyone tried Shelly's ricotta bake? I'm only in puréed and not sure if it will go down easily... Any thoughts? I've heard it's sooo yummy!

What stage are you in? I am in Stage 2 Pureed' date=' it is on my menu list. I just wondered it we had to puree it or if it is soft and gooey enough to go down. My guidelines say cottage cheese consistency or pureed. Can't wait to try it , it sounds great.[/quote']

I am on purées too. I didn't purée this bake because it really is soft enough on its own. The ricotta is pretty soft to begin with.

See some posts evening of March 18th. Sounds like consistency would be like cottage cheese...CHEW CHEW CHEW!

What stage are you in? I am in Stage 2 Pureed' date=' it is on my menu list. I just wondered it we had to puree it or if it is soft and gooey enough to go down. My guidelines say cottage cheese consistency or pureed. Can't wait to try it , it sounds great.[/quote']

See some posts evening of March 18th. Sounds like consistency would be like cottage cheese...CHEW CHEW CHEW!

Thanks;)

Has anyone tried Shelly's ricotta bake? I'm only in puréed and not sure if it will go down easily... Any thoughts? I've heard it's sooo yummy!

I am having the same issue. I am on puréed foods and I am not able to eat much of anything. I am chewing on my food as indicated however it still feels like it's being stuck. I have had chicken and chicken and liquid yogurts but those seem to be making my stomach very sick. Even when I drink fluids I'm constantly feeling nauseous but my doctor is just indicating he thinks my stomach is just healing slower than others.

I did have some mashed potatoes with gravy from KFC and my stomach seemed to tolerate that well and I can usually have a small bit of applesauce

At day 10 they put me on sift foods... I can eat anything I've tried! I've not tried real dense things like steak, but if big can cut it with a fork, I can eat it. I've been so lucky. I've not vomited one time from eating (i was sick and vomited a few times) or even had any issues other than over full and feeling uncomfortable for a while. I can usually walk around and sit up super straight for a while and it will go away once I can have a few sips 30 mins later. I count myself bless, the down side? I am not losing as fast as some...