My surgery date is September 30th in Ypsilanti, MI.

who else is in september? what are your thoughts? are you excited??!!! Nervous?

Thanks, I do feel like I am losing and feel better then I have in a long time too. Also dropped a size. Feels good. Just trying to focus on one day at a time

I'm so happy I'm losing again after a week stall. I stayed positive and I felt my clothes getting loser. Wish my bra wasn't getting loser. Lol. Hang in there for those of you who are in a stall.

Was wondering if any other Sept Sleevers are close to 6 weeks out and having a problem getting food down... I'm living on water w/ crystal light or protidiet concentrated protein drink and protein shakes. It really sucks that I'm having a problem and I'm getting a little depressed

I having the same problem. Living off of protein shake, water and popsicles.

Was wondering if any other Sept Sleevers are close to 6 weeks out and having a problem getting food down... I'm living on water w/ crystal light or protidiet concentrated protein drink and protein shakes. It really sucks that I'm having a problem and I'm getting a little depressed

I got overconfident at 6 weeks (9/3 Op) and "tried" some baked/fried/cubed potato with less than desirable results - besides the hick-ups and queazy overfilled sensation - the potatoes felt like they were made of lead and took hours to digest. I retreated to puree for a couple of days and then slowly brought back chopped foods.

Perhaps you are making the same mistake and need to be more conservative. Give your pouch a 2-day liquid vacation and then shift to puree for 1-2 weeks. Better yet, check with your nutritionist and Dr. and be patient with expanding your menu. Since the lead-potato episode, it has been smooth sailing - each of us relearns what works and doesn't work when it comes to tolerating food types.

Good Luck and don't get discouraged!

I got overconfident at 6 weeks (9/3 Op) and "tried" some baked/fried/cubed potato with less than desirable results - besides the hick-ups and queazy overfilled sensation - the potatoes felt like they were made of lead and took hours to digest. I retreated to puree for a couple of days and then slowly brought back chopped foods. Perhaps you are making the same mistake and need to be more conservative. Give your pouch a 2-day liquid vacation and then shift to puree for 1-2 weeks. Better yet' date=' check with your nutritionist and Dr. and be patient with expanding your menu. Since the lead-potato episode, it has been smooth sailing - each of us relearns what works and doesn't work when it comes to tolerating food types. Good Luck and don't get discouraged![/quote']

Thanks Bayshore that's what I'm going to do because the solid food thing isn't working out so I'm thinking holding off another 2 weeks and then trying again.

Was wondering if any other Sept Sleevers are close to 6 weeks out and having a problem getting food down... I'm living on water w/ crystal light or protidiet concentrated protein drink and protein shakes. It really sucks that I'm having a problem and I'm getting a little depressed

Have you tried puddings or yogurts? Cheese if chewed up really good desolves. Sorry to hear about your struggle.

I have done really well and it saddens me that there are some who haven't. I am 5 weeks out and eating regular foods. I still include protein in my coffee ( making it a latte) and I work hard to get the water in. I have never vomited but get nauseated after taking my vitamin.

I have lost 23 lbs, 22% body fat and gained a totally different attitude! My boss tells me I'm 'glowing' and I have to agree-I have been blessed!

When I saw my surgeon for my post-op visit he told me I needed to start working on a total body workout. I haven't decided in a gym but plan on using a free trial period to start it off.

Hi all. I'm about 7 weeks out and have lost 24.2 lbs 38 in total. In the last 4 weeks it has only been about 4lbs. Is anyone else having this problem? Can I be doing something wrong?

Hi all. I'm about 7 weeks out and have lost 24.2 lbs 38 in total. In the last 4 weeks it has only been about 4lbs. Is anyone else having this problem? Can I be doing something wrong?

Well, what exactly ARE you doing? Are you walking? Eating carbs? Having enough protein?

I'm pretty much stalling too, but I'm not walking much so I feel guilty to try and blame the surgery for that, even though a lot of people keep losing even without walking.

I'm just gonna pass on the same advice I've been given: keep doing the diet, following the plan, get enough protein in, walk, and the weight will eventually start shedding again!

Was wondering if any other Sept Sleevers are close to 6 weeks out and having a problem getting food down... I'm living on water w/ crystal light or protidiet concentrated protein drink and protein shakes. It really sucks that I'm having a problem and I'm getting a little depressed

I have no problem getting liquids down. meat i have a lil trouble with and can only eat very little at a time. I was sleeved on 9/25/13

Hi all. I'm about 7 weeks out and have lost 24.2 lbs 38 in total. In the last 4 weeks it has only been about 4lbs. Is anyone else having this problem? Can I be doing something wrong?

I am 5 weeks post op and have only lost 16 lbs since but lost 33lbs total since pre-op (7weeks). I was getting frustrated also but then I had to stop and really think about it. I lost 33lbs in 7 weeks, that's alittle more than 4 1/2 pounds a week, that I would of never lost on mine own. We all lose differently, some slower than others. I am at prace now with one, one pound at a time. Slow and steady wins the race.

I'm at 5 weeks and solids are hit-or-miss but always disturbing. I have been in real pain with some, and also the food tends to shoot back up into my throat (not my mouth, but close). I went to the doctor for this because I was really worried that this was how my life was going to be...awful! He said that this problem wasn't usual, but it is fairly common, and that it typically resolves by 3 months out or sooner. The longest he's seen is 9 months.

What I've found is that I need to take really, really small bites and go very slowly. I really hope that is not a lifelong thing - I know I can't wolf food down like I used to, but I would hope a small but "normal" bite would eventually work. The really tiny bites that get chewed to mush end up not tasting very good anyway.

One food I did find that works - shredded ham (or honey ham) from the store deli - I ask for the meat "shredded" which makes it very flaky and pretty easy to eat. I'd rather get protein from food rather than shakes, so I feel good about that. I'm sure turkey or maybe even roast beef would work as well, and at least there's some flavor and it tastes good even after being chewed to death!

Well' date=' what exactly ARE you doing? Are you walking? Eating carbs? Having enough protein?

I'm pretty much stalling too, but I'm not walking much so I feel guilty to try and blame the surgery for that, even though a lot of people keep losing even without walking.

I'm just gonna pass on the same advice I've been given: keep doing the diet, following the plan, get enough protein in, walk, and the weight will eventually start shedding again![/quote']

I am working out with a trainer 3 days a week for the last 4weeks. I also got a fit bit and am trying to make sure I hit 10,000 steps a day. I am eating pretty much only protein aka chicken, eggs, protein powder in sugar free pudding for some reason it's the only way I can get it in. Black bean soup. Refried beans. I don't know where I am going wrong.

I'm at 5 weeks and solids are hit-or-miss but always disturbing. I have been in real pain with some, and also the food tends to shoot back up into my throat (not my mouth, but close). I went to the doctor for this because I was really worried that this was how my life was going to be...awful! He said that this problem wasn't usual, but it is fairly common, and that it typically resolves by 3 months out or sooner. The longest he's seen is 9 months.

What I've found is that I need to take really, really small bites and go very slowly. I really hope that is not a lifelong thing - I know I can't wolf food down like I used to, but I would hope a small but "normal" bite would eventually work. The really tiny bites that get chewed to mush end up not tasting very good anyway.

One food I did find that works - shredded ham (or honey ham) from the store deli - I ask for the meat "shredded" which makes it very flaky and pretty easy to eat. I'd rather get protein from food rather than shakes, so I feel good about that. I'm sure turkey or maybe even roast beef would work as well, and at least there's some flavor and it tastes good even after being chewed to death!

. String cheese and baby bel cheese tastes good chewed to death. :-)