Having vsg Sept 8 2017

[Gazebo 27]

Im 2 months post op today. Down 43 lbs total. Im finally down 1 pant size, although they do fit tight around the waist. I think i might be dow 2 shirt sizes but Im afraid to try anything smaller than 2x.
People are definitely noticing my weight loss.
I struggle every day with food choices. My surgeon made my pouch really small and that has prevented me from Overeating. Im no good at meals, I get full immediately and cannot eat more than 1 oz of meat at a time. So i take breaks. I recently had a wedding anniversary and hubby wanted to take me out for dinner and a movie but I conveniently did not make childcare plans. Im afraid of going out to eat bc all I can prob have is a small Soup. I cannot finish a meal.
I have experienced the blahs and try to take it 1 day at a time. I know this is common and hope that I can get past it.. i already feel certain cravings coming on. The only thing that has saved me is my tiny pouch and I know it will not be enough down the line. Just hoping to make it thru the holidays which include my kids' bdays.
Im now averaging 2 days per week at the gym.
Current weight = 244

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[Rainbow_Warrior 996]

7 minutes ago, Gazebo said:

Im 2 months post op today.

You need to update your mass/weight.

Your profile summary says 1 pound lost.

[Sosewsue61 3,185]

Dizziness could be from dehydration, be careful. And try mild baked fish for Protein, or moistened pork roast, salmon, turkey chili, turkey enchiladas, cheese omelet. Good progress, keep working at it.

[Berry78 4,259]

When you only can eat an ounce, try sticking with softer foods so you can get a bit more in (like Sue was indicating).

I hope that you can start going out soon... just stick with a brothy Soup and a drink. Eating out isn't about eating, it's about the socialization. If you can get away from kids for an hour, just go by yourself to a restaurant and order your liquids. (Bring a book or electronic device so you aren't bored). Practice that way until it doesn't feel strange.

[Gazebo 27]

You need to update your mass/weight.
Your profile summary says 1 pound lost.

Im on a mobile site and im havi g a hard time figuring out how to update my profile. Will try again tho.

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[Rainbow_Warrior 996]

2 hours ago, Gazebo said:

Im on a mobile site and im havi g a hard time figuring out how to update my profile. Will try again tho.

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Hold your finger on the ellipsis until the supplementary/secondary menu opens as a 'pop-up'. Press and hold your user name 'Gazebo'. When the tertiary menu opens, finger-touch "Profile" ... then set to work.

Or take a few minutes to log in from a desktop computer, a laptop or a larger tablet. The web-browser version of the site is close to painless to use.

[Gazebo 27]

Today I learned the value of tiny baby bites. I usually get full and uncomfortable quickly.
Well today I went to chick fil a and ordered the grilled chicken nuggets and was able to eat 7 nuggets in about half an gour by taking baby bites and chewing well. I filled up for a while...longer than ifI had gobbled up 3 nuggets and immediately get sick which is how I was mistakenly doing this entire time. One of my main issues pre op was eating too fast.
There is a TMI story behind that statement which most can fugure out.
Anyways, down to 240!
So excited.

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[Gazebo 27]

Quick update: down to 234.6 as of this morning. Had no appetite until dinner tonight so will prob lose a little more.
I haven't been 100 percent good. More like 75.
I seem to hit a stall every 3 weeks but I'm noticing my body change even on days..especially on days that I dont lose weight. For example, my tummy shrunk and my legs that were jiggly one day are back to solid :-)
Heres hoping for minimal loose skin.
Hair loss: started at around 6 to 8 weeks. I have a thyroid condition so I'm no stranger to Hair loss, ans I was blessed with a lot of hair so not totally upset. It is annoying tho because I she hair at the worst moments, like cooking or at work.
Stress is paet of life and I'm not handling it well. Fighting the urge to quit my job. With the surgery I lost my coping mechanisms and am searching for new ones. So far I've go lt cooking, music, and organizing.
Thanksgiving came and went. I did so much cooking and was only able to eat a few bites. That was depressing, watching everyone eat. On the upside. L, at least I lost weight during the holidays..thats a first.
My pantss are lose everywhere but my belly and I'm still a size 16 pant down from 18 and a 1x shirt down from 3x. I always wear 1 size bigger to hide my belly.
People are really noticing my weight loss and commenting.akes me very shy and self conscious. While my surgery is not a secret Im not exactly shouting it fro the rooftop lol. I tell people privately to avoid a big discussion.
Anyway, guess not a short ipdate after all.
Hope everyone is doing well.

[Gazebo 27]

The stomach flu visited my house this weekend. 1 child, my hubby and me, all while planning a birthday party.
I managed well, trying to stay hydrated and sane and it all worked out in the end.
I had my follow up appts today. My endo jad to lower my synthroid..it seems I'm slightly over active. But I have no negative symptoms, sonwe came to a compromise. I get skip 1 day of dosage. Saw mu surgeon today. Ive lost 52lbs since surgery. (My scale says 60 :-) )
His scale 230
My scale 227
we also started counting at different times.
He says I'm halfway there which would put me at 178?
I read the weight chart in his office and "ideal" weight range for me would be 132 ish to 144.
But I would be more than happy at 175.
Anyway for those counting (me)
Highest weight 287
Current weight 227