Hi all,

This is my first post and I started my appts with the surgeon at the end of May, Aug 25th was my 4th visit and he scheduled me for Dec 7th, pending nothing gets in the way. I am super excited and have been reading as much as possible.

21 hours ago, Protein_Princess said:

This is my first post. I was sleeved in Orange County on 12/7. I am down 25 lbs as of today which basically puts me at loosing an average of a lb a day. I stalled from week 2 to week 3, but seem to be loosing again. I am no where close to where I want to be, but so thankful I am not where I was.

Wondering if anyone has hit the gym yet? I am eager to get in and put in some work. Walking is great, but I get so bored. Obviously no weights until cleared, but thinking bike and other cardio equipment.

Also, what are some of you go to puree/soft foods favs? I just started phase 2 last Thursday, so I am still getting a feel for what I can tolerate.

Lastly, anyone take Probiotics? I am looking to start one in hopes that it will make me far more regular.

Hi Protein_Princess, some of my soft foods favs are red beans cooked extra long until i can smash with a fork, broccoli over cooked, green beans, lentils or whatever beans you like just make sure they are over cooked, Taco bell re-fried beans (this helps me think I am going out to eat)! Hopes these are some ideas you can enjoy!

I've been hesitant to try veggies, but I think I will slowly start introducing them.

3 hours ago, jaidajacoby2 said:

I am in the same boat...three week stall....I have lost 36 pounds all togher and 23lbs since surgery! I am still not comfortable eating tuna, chicken, or any meats yet but doing well on chicken salad, tuna salad, and Beans. Egg salad sounds good, will have to try that as well. I have not been able to get all of my protein in so I ordered some Liquid Protein since i have trouble with trying to eat and get enough in. Good luck!

The only way I can get all my protein in is through shakes and protein drinks.

23 hours ago, Protein_Princess said:

I've been hesitant to try veggies, but I think I will slowly start introducing them.

I was sleeved on 12/6 and my surgeon gave me the ok to start soft foods last week and slowly transition to regular diet. I did try very soft over cooked broccoli and it felt so strange in my tummy. I want to try salad because i have been craving one so bad.

Has anyone tried any fresh fruit yet?

1 minute ago, Rubyfit4life said:

I was sleeved on 12/6 and my surgeon gave me the ok to start soft foods last week and slowly transition to regular diet. I did try very soft over cooked broccoli and it felt so strange in my tummy. I want to try salad because i have been craving one so bad.

Has anyone tried any fresh fruit yet?

I was sleeved 12/20. In my program we can't have fresh fruit for 4 months and salad for 6 months....I'm a little jealous. I'm stuck on canned tuna and cottage cheese for another week before I can have real fish (salmon, etc).

5 minutes ago, Beardman said:

I was sleeved 12/20. In my program we can't have fresh fruit for 4 months and salad for 6 months....I'm a little jealous. I'm stuck on canned tuna and cottage cheese for another week before I can have real fish (salmon, etc).

I can't have salad until next month just cooked veggies for now. 6 months no salad is a long time. I can have limited fresh fruits right now. They have to be soft fruit with no skin. so no apples and stuff like that.

I can't have salad until next month just cooked veggies for now. 6 months no salad is a long time. I can have limited fresh fruits right now. They have to be soft fruit with no skin. so no apples and stuff like that.

I was sleeved 12/19 . I am on the stage where I can have fish (no shell fish) , ground turkey, non fat cottage cheese, low fat cheese , yougurt , eggs , fruits with no skin smashed and well bitten to the point that it’s puréed consistency, veggies no raw , steamed well , smashed and well bitten . Veggies never tasted so good !



hw: 246 sw: 235 cw: 217 gw: ?
Sleeved :Dec 19, 2017

Hello to all! Well, let me tell you about my experience. I turned in all my paperwork by 10/16...the surgery coordinator was not doing her job properly and by 12/4 I was curious why I haven't heard anything. I called the insurance company upset that I haven't heard of a date yet. They explained that the doctors office just sent the request on 12/2. I was devastated because as of 12/31/17...I was covered 100% by the insurance all my deductible and out of pocket expenses were met. For the fist time in 9 years I could actually afford this surgery. The feed back in recived was awful from the office. I was sooo upset that all this hard work, time and cost to visit the doctors for 6 months I was not going to have it done. Well by the mercy of my God and savior Jesus, I received a call from the doctors office on 12/22/17 to offer my surgery on 12/29/17. I had less then a week to prepared. It all happened so fast. I am now 1 week post op. Had a few rough days...but thank God I am on myour journey to a new life.

2 hours ago, Mitzy69 said:

Hello to all! Well, let me tell you about my experience. I turned in all my paperwork by 10/16...the surgery coordinator was not doing her job properly and by 12/4 I was curious why I haven't heard anything. I called the insurance company upset that I haven't heard of a date yet. They explained that the doctors office just sent the request on 12/2. I was devastated because as of 12/31/17...I was covered 100% by the insurance all my deductible and out of pocket expenses were met. For the fist time in 9 years I could actually afford this surgery. The feed back in recived was awful from the office. I was sooo upset that all this hard work, time and cost to visit the doctors for 6 months I was not going to have it done. Well by the mercy of my God and savior Jesus, I received a call from the doctors office on 12/22/17 to offer my surgery on 12/29/17. I had less then a week to prepared. It all happened so fast. I am now 1 week post op. Had a few rough days...but thank God I am on myour journey to a new life.

i also had my surgery on 12/29. Kinda similar Story, I needed it done by the end of the year as well, due to all my deductibles and out of pocket being met. The first few days were rough for me, but now i feel really good.I Look forward to each new week to introduce new foods. Im glad i can move on from chicken broth lol. Good luck on your Journey!

Mine was done on 12/28, due to the removal of the lapband I have to do another week of clear liquid and I'm really tired of broth, but Im hanging in there! 8 days and down 17 lbs!!!! Thanking God too!!!

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I am a month out today. I was sleeved 12/5/2017. I dropped my first 11 pounds in 2 weeks. I have lost 2 pounds since then. I am so tired always. The only reason I can think is because I was able to drink energy drinks before and can't now. I didn't get the courtesy of not being hungry. I am always hungry. I wake-up to my stomach growling. I am going to talk to my doctor about getting me a referral to an endocrinologist. I don't eat all day though. I have to force myself to eat at times. I eat a ton of egg salad, since the tuna is too dry to eat. I am on soft foods, so I will eat regular foods that are soft. I was able to eat steak, because it was medium and moist. I drink one protein drink a day, since it is all I can fit in. Also, I am lactose intolerant, so most of the food I have on my lists don't agree with me.

I had a ton of trouble swallowing water at first. It was extremely painful. I kept it up until it stopped hurting. I am still working on getting all of my water in every day. It is not easy. Some days, I do really well, and others, not so well. On the days I don't exercise, it is because I do housework or go shopping. Exercising has not come easy to me. I had a hernia fixed also, and it hurts if I do too much. I really don't want to mess it up... I have learned to keep going no matter what. I am on my second stall, so I am more focused on finding things I can do to exercise more... If you have any suggestions, I would appreciate it.

4 minutes ago, Annedavi said:

I am a month out today. I was sleeved 12/5/2017. I dropped my first 11 pounds in 2 weeks. I have lost 2 pounds since then. I am so tired always. The only reason I can think is because I was able to drink energy drinks before and can't now. I didn't get the courtesy of not being hungry. I am always hungry. I wake-up to my stomach growling. I am going to talk to my doctor about getting me a referral to an endocrinologist. I don't eat all day though. I have to force myself to eat at times. I eat a ton of egg salad, since the tuna is too dry to eat. I am on soft foods, so I will eat regular foods that are soft. I was able to eat steak, because it was medium and moist. I drink one Protein Drink a day, since it is all I can fit in. Also, I am lactose intolerant, so most of the food I have on my lists don't agree with me.

I had a ton of trouble swallowing Water at first. It was extremely painful. I kept it up until it stopped hurting. I am still working on getting all of my water in every day. It is not easy. Some days, I do really well, and others, not so well. On the days I don't exercise, it is because I do housework or go shopping. Exercising has not come easy to me. I had a hernia fixed also, and it hurts if I do too much. I really don't want to mess it up... I have learned to keep going no matter what. I am on my second stall, so I am more focused on finding things I can do to exercise more... If you have any suggestions, I would appreciate it.

I'm in the same week-3-stall boat, which is discouraging, but apparently very common. Everyone says to keep doing what you're doing and it will pass. Fingers crossed.

I'm also lactose intolerant, so all that yogurt and cottage cheese is a definite no. At my nutritionist's suggestion I have been making bean soups (lentils, black beans) and throwing them in the blender. They go down very easy and are high in protein. If you don't like to cook there are some decent ready-made options at the grocery store - just blend and eat.

Just my opinion, but if you're still experincing pain from your hernia repair, you might want to stick with just walking for now. Some people take a walk in the morning and the evening - that could be a good option for you. More vigorous exerise can wait until you're healed and feeling up to it.

Hi! I'm a newbie and had my Sleeve procedure December 13!

Hi! I'm a newbie and had my Sleeve procedure December 13!

Hey how are you feeling?

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Just now, Capndemdem said:

Hey how are you feeling?

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Feeling great. Have lots of energy. Had a slight muscle tear during surgery, so recovery hasn't been as fast as I'd liked. In Physical Therapy for that. Trying to get approved to return to Pilates classes. LOL