I'm scheduled for 2/6/14. Who else is getting sleeved in February?

Thanks !! Yeah I figured I could drink it all day. How else would I get my protein? Lol I try to have fish or chicken a lot and yogurt and that shake. But I'm no where near my 65 g. I still have trouble with my vitamins. I need tastier chewables

I don't think any doc or nut would be upset with you trying to get your protein in

I keep struggling to get all my protein and liquids. On top of that I barely eat, its not a pleasant feeling at all, get full fast and makes me feel so uncomfortable right away. Im sick of eating the same over and over, I tried to have an egg but did not agree with my stomach at all and threw up just like 10 min after. Surprisingly I lost only 21 lbs and is like 28 days since my surgery, got stuck for a week with no change. Not happy right now but I keep telling myself it will improve

I keep struggling to get all my protein and liquids. On top of that I barely eat, its not a pleasant feeling at all, get full fast and makes me feel so uncomfortable right away. Im sick of eating the same over and over, I tried to have an egg but did not agree with my stomach at all and threw up just like 10 min after. Surprisingly I lost only 21 lbs and is like 28 days since my surgery, got stuck for a week with no change. Not happy right now but I keep telling myself it will improve

A stall in the first 3-4 weeks is completely normal. I know that doesn't help you feel better about it. I am also tired of the monotony. But I know it will get better. I hope you try to look to the future when you're feeling better and eating a more normal diet. We will get there one day.

I keep struggling to get all my protein and liquids. On top of that I barely eat, its not a pleasant feeling at all, get full fast and makes me feel so uncomfortable right away. Im sick of eating the same over and over, I tried to have an egg but did not agree with my stomach at all and threw up just like 10 min after. Surprisingly I lost only 21 lbs and is like 28 days since my surgery, got stuck for a week with no change. Not happy right now but I keep telling myself it will improve

A stall in the first 3-4 weeks is completely normal. I know that doesn't help you feel better about it. I am also tired of the monotony. But I know it will get better. I hope you try to look to the future when you're feeling better and eating a more normal diet. We will get there one day.

Thanks!! I know it will get better is just frustrating right now. I am looking forward to the future and to new foods lol

I had an exciting morning. I am wearing shorts I haven't been able to wear for a year and a t-shirt I haven't worn since 4th of July 2012! Ahh. And I feel SOOO cute. Haha. Just had to share.

I had an exciting morning. I am wearing shorts I haven't been able to wear for a year and a t-shirt I haven't worn since 4th of July 2012! Ahh. And I feel SOOO cute. Haha. Just had to share.

That is sooo awesome. I know you must be so thrilled.

I also had a great day. With a NSV too. I had bought a pair of tan capris pants back in 2009 that were just a bit tight, that was going to be my motivation to get into them. But never got into them... But today I soooo got into them, and they were not tight. It's a huge deal to show my ankles since I have tree trunks for legs. But this is changing. I cannot wait until the day that I can get into a pair of shorts. Also, I ate shredded chicken tonight for the first time since surgery day, and it was Delish!!!

That is sooo awesome. I know you must be so thrilled.

I also had a great day. With a NSV too. I had bought a pair of tan capris pants back in 2009 that were just a bit tight, that was going to be my motivation to get into them. But never got into them... But today I soooo got into them, and they were not tight. It's a huge deal to show my ankles since I have tree trunks for legs. But this is changing. I cannot wait until the day that I can get into a pair of shorts. Also, I ate shredded chicken tonight for the first time since surgery day, and it was Delish!!!

Hooray! Yay LeighAnne! Those game will be fabulous in no time!

Hi Everyone!! Checking in. I've been on vacation with my kids and thought I'd share where I am at 4 weeks out. First the positives- down 30 since 1st pre- op meeting ( late January) and 27 since surgery. Clothes are starting to get baggy. My 9 year old said "you look hot, Mom" unexpectedly as we were going out for dinner. Sweet girl! I'm doing well with eating, but ordering out has been challenging. I use to consume a large quantity of food, back in the day, so I ordered two appetizers ( with my old brain) thinking that was so little food. When we started eating, I got 3 bites in and realized I couldn't finish half of the 1st app. So, being done, I sat there watching everyone else eat for the next hour. Gonna have to work on that. Honestly, the mental struggles are not as bad as I expected, because I'm starting to see results. I don't mind the challenges, (heartburn, small bites, loads of liquid, etc.) because they are no match for the exhaustion, both mental and physical, of carrying all that weight and really believing I was powerless against it. I can hardly believe when the scale keeps going down, because I haven't dropped 30 pounds in well over a decade. Just really glad I did this. I just started reading "The Emotional First-Aid Kit" for folks that have had bariatric surgery. It really gives an honest outlook of what we can expect ahead. Also, to get down that pesky protein I've been drinking Isopure protein drink. It's a clear liquid that comes in a bottle, different flavors, too. It has 40 grams per bottle and much easier to get down ( although it's not super tasty), than several shakes. Anyhoo, y'all are all in my thoughts.

I had an exciting morning. I am wearing shorts I haven't been able to wear for a year and a t-shirt I haven't worn since 4th of July 2012! Ahh. And I feel SOOO cute. Haha. Just had to share.

Girl, that's awesome!!

I have to share that as of this am, I'm down 37 pounds in a month, since I started my 2 week pre-op diet. I can't even believe it. I'm over the moon about it.

Girl, that's awesome!!

I have to share that as of this am, I'm down 37 pounds in a month, since I started my 2 week pre-op diet. I can't even believe it. I'm over the moon about it.

Isn't it amazing to look back on the last month? 3 weeks ago I thought I was gonna die. Now I'm running around in smaller clothes feeling great!

Congrats ladies! You all are doing super :-)

As for myself, even though it's only been two full weeks, I honestly thought if be losing a lil faster than this. I know I'm expecting too much and it'll pick up but dang it anyways lol. My doc wants me to get 80-100 gr of protein a day, which I'm ok with I guess but a lot of it is going to come from shakes. I can't bring myself to purée meat of any sort, it's a texture thing maybe and I had a lil bit of mashed taters, thinned out tonight and my yummy isn't quite ready for it. But my pant are starting to get loose and tomorrow I hit the gym for the first time so I'm a-ok!

Isn't it amazing to look back on the last month? 3 weeks ago I thought I was gonna die. Now I'm running around in smaller clothes feeling great!

Hahahahahaha. Yes! Even a week ago I thought I was gonna die. Though now I think I'm gonna die, but only cause I'm never hungry and I'm going to starve to death.... Bahahahahaha.

How are you guys doing with your weight-loss weekly? On average how many pounds would you say you lose a week?

I only keep track on myfitnesspal, and only weigh myself every few days. But I've lost 20 lbs in 2.5 weeks.

Hey everyone. I'm on day twelve & down 22.7 lbs. could feel the weight loss more than I could see it but I'm starting to see it more in my face. Super excited. Had some rough days. I've cried for no reason but it surely helps. Get to start soft foods this Wednesday. So I'm looking forward to that. Had some mild nauseousness today but other than that doing well. If I walk too much I feel lousy. Also got some unflavored protein powder today to help get it in. It has 24g per scoop. We will see how that goes. Sounds like everyone is doing well for the most part. Keep up all the good work!

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