Hey I’m scheduled for bypass November 23rd. Anyone else that same time frame? I’d like to build a group if anyone is interested in going through this as a team?

I found a Facebook group you all may like too. Or you might already be there? It’s Baritastic Social. There’s a lot of questions, pics and support. Check it out if you’re on Facebook. I’m Lola Hardy on Facebook, say hi!

50 lbs 10 weeks. Couple weeks before liquid, 5 weeks pre-op, and 3 since.. they wanted 5/week pre-op they got it.

2 minutes ago, valentinedwv said:

50 lbs 10 weeks. Couple weeks before liquid, 5 weeks pre-op, and 3 since.. they wanted 5/week pre-op they got it.

That’s still fast for 8 weeks! Wow!! So awesome ?

4 hours ago, Lanie Hardy said:

It will / already has!! I can do dishes without excruciating back pain already! I also have slept on my back some... the problem is I have permanent nerve damage. Part of the reason I got Bariatric surgery was so I can have another surgery where they implant into my back a nerve blocker. I had to do this 1st because they imbed it into the fat in my back. They knew I was on the path for Bariatric surgery and wanted my fat on my back to be stable otherwise I would need another surgery to reposition the nerve blocker after I lost weight... so it’s a process and I’m praying if I lose enough the nerve pain will be bearable and I won’t have to have that surgery!!

I’ve also had nerve blocks in my back. I was hoping when I lost weight that it wouldn’t hurt so much but it has gotten worse going down my leg and below my knee. So on Dec. 30 I am having nerve burning on both sides of my back, and that is SUPPOSED TO LAST LONGER than the steroid shots. I had been getting them for years. I hope and pray it works.
And I hope yours works for you as well.it’s called Ablation if you want to ask your dr about it.

4 hours ago, Lanie Hardy said:

I’m always thinking this is normal. It will pass. I’m just being whiney. Thank you for reminding me pain is not normal!! I’m going to call them today!

Great!!! Hope you got the answers you needed and HOPE and start feeling better REALLY SOON!!

Just now, Grammie2 said:

I’ve also had nerve blocks in my back. I was hoping when I lost weight that it wouldn’t hurt so much but it has gotten worse going down my leg and below my knee. So on Dec. 30 I am having nerve burning on both sides of my back, and that is SUPPOSED TO LAST LONGER than the steroid shots. I had been getting them for years. I hope and pray it works.
And I hope yours works for you as well.it’s called Ablation if you want to ask your dr about it.

I’m so sorry it’s so bad! I will pray for you that this takes and works quickly! I’m sorry you have to get another procedure so soon!! Hang in there! Thanks for the tip! They don’t think that will work for me. I can’t remember what’s it’s called off the top of my head, but it’s an actual implant to stop the nerve message from making it to the brain. Mine is so bad I often can’t lift my foot off the floor. It is going to pass I keep telling myself.

14 hours ago, TrueNorth1 said:

Hush you!! You are doing FANTASTIC!!

How are you feeling? Cold, flu, co-vid?

I'm feeling fine... it was just like a 48 hour cold

5 hours ago, FireEMT710 said:

I'm feeling fine... it was just like a 48 hour cold

Glad you’re feeling better!!

On 12/16/2020 at 4:25 PM, Lanie Hardy said:

It will / already has!! I can do dishes without excruciating back pain already! I also have slept on my back some... the problem is I have permanent nerve damage. Part of the reason I got Bariatric surgery was so I can have another surgery where they implant into my back a nerve blocker. I had to do this 1st because they imbed it into the fat in my back. They knew I was on the path for Bariatric surgery and wanted my fat on my back to be stable otherwise I would need another surgery to reposition the nerve blocker after I lost weight... so it’s a process and I’m praying if I lose enough the nerve pain will be bearable and I won’t have to have that surgery!!

That is so good that the surgery is helping with your back!! It sounds like you are at the start of a new journey of pain free life. It will be better everyday.

On 12/16/2020 at 9:09 PM, Grammie2 said:

I’ve also had nerve blocks in my back. I was hoping when I lost weight that it wouldn’t hurt so much but it has gotten worse going down my leg and below my knee. So on Dec. 30 I am having nerve burning on both sides of my back, and that is SUPPOSED TO LAST LONGER than the steroid shots. I had been getting them for years. I hope and pray it works.
And I hope yours works for you as well.it’s called Ablation if you want to ask your dr about it.

I am sorry you are in pain. That’s awful. And having no another surgery. Let’s hope this does the trick and a speedy recovery.

13 minutes ago, TrueNorth1 said:

That is so good that the surgery is helping with your back!! It sounds like you are at the start of a new journey of pain free life. It will be better everyday.

Yes!! Exactly?

Hi all,

I’m now 5.5 weeks RNY post op. I have only lost 17 lbs post-op ☹️ Has anyone else experienced this?

I was/am following all diet orders and restrictions I have recently moved to all foods stage.

I am getting all of my protein and fluid requirements (and more) in

I am exercising every day

I was told from my surgeon that the first three to four months are the “honeymoon” phase, where the weight comes off with little effort. Week 1 was good, the rest have been averaging 2.5 pounds. Now it seems to be slowing down - last week’s loss was 1.8. What happens when the honeymoon is over?!?

I’ve read the other posts about this issue, but I’m doing all of the recommended actions already.

I don’t even think this is a stall, loss has been slow period.

Is it because I’m older - 50’s?

My nurse and dietitian just said that some people don’t lose as much as others

Sorry to whine. I know there are no guarantees. After seeing the loss for nearly everyone else, I was just hoping for more.

thank you!

20 minutes ago, ImSweetJane said:

Hi all,

I’m now 5.5 weeks RNY post op. I have only lost 17 lbs post-op ☹️ Has anyone else experienced this?

I was/am following all diet orders and restrictions I have recently moved to all foods stage.

I am getting all of my Protein and Fluid requirements (and more) in

I am exercising every day

I was told from my surgeon that the first three to four months are the “honeymoon” phase, where the weight comes off with little effort. Week 1 was good, the rest have been averaging 2.5 pounds. Now it seems to be slowing down - last week’s loss was 1.8. What happens when the honeymoon is over?!?

I’ve read the other posts about this issue, but I’m doing all of the recommended actions already.

I don’t even think this is a stall, loss has been slow period.

Is it because I’m older - 50’s?

My nurse and dietitian just said that some people don’t lose as much as others

Sorry to whine. I know there are no guarantees. After seeing the loss for nearly everyone else, I was just hoping for more.

thank you!

HI Sweet Jane,

If you look at the previous posts, it is pretty normal. You don't have stats on your page so hard to see what you are starting at.

I'm slow although I have been following, do 12,000 - 17,000 steps a day, consume 500 - 600 calories. I lost 9 pounds in the first 2 weeks. Then I stalled. Now its coming off again. I was 4 weeks on Thursday and I hit 12 pounds. Today I am at 13. I see a difference and feel a difference e so I am ok with my slower results.

There are others that are double and triple my results. I had thoughts and expectations that I would be down 60 pounds in 3 months! Not great to put expectations on things because we feel we failed or are doing something wrong. Our bodies will adjust and do what it needs. I now know it will probably take me 6 - 9 months to get to where I would like to be. And maybe that will even change as I get closer. I don't know why, but we will all get there, as long as we are putting our effort in! That is al we can do:)

39 minutes ago, ImSweetJane said:

Hi all,

I’m now 5.5 weeks RNY post op. I have only lost 17 lbs post-op ☹️ Has anyone else experienced this?

I was/am following all diet orders and restrictions I have recently moved to all foods stage.

I am getting all of my Protein and Fluid requirements (and more) in

I am exercising every day

I was told from my surgeon that the first three to four months are the “honeymoon” phase, where the weight comes off with little effort. Week 1 was good, the rest have been averaging 2.5 pounds. Now it seems to be slowing down - last week’s loss was 1.8. What happens when the honeymoon is over?!?

I’ve read the other posts about this issue, but I’m doing all of the recommended actions already.

I don’t even think this is a stall, loss has been slow period.

Is it because I’m older - 50’s?

My nurse and dietitian just said that some people don’t lose as much as others

Sorry to whine. I know there are no guarantees. After seeing the loss for nearly everyone else, I was just hoping for more.

thank you!

I am 7 weeks RNY ...My weightloss has definitely slowed down the last 3 weeks. 1 lb. each week for the last 3 weeks. I have not been so fortunate to get all my requirements in. I try, but it’s just too much for me, but I still aim at the goals. Just fall short..... I also think these stalls are common from what I’m hearing. Depending on how much exercising you’re doing, maybe ease up a bit. But I don’t know what your weight was to start. I know mine was less than a lot of others who had a lot more to lose, so I’m thinking the closer to the goal the harder it is to come off. I was 209, I’m 68, and I lead a fairly sedentary lifestyle, some because of knee and back problems. I know another thing that hinders weightloss is depression and pain meds and blood pressure meds too. There’s a lot that can affect it besides food. Talk to your family dr about your meds, if this may be your case. Don’t go off anything without checking with them first.
But I’m on the losing side still, so I’m counting my blessings! Keep up your good food goals! You’re doing much better than me, there. It will work out.

I just looked at your stats - you were 20 lbs. less than me, so I imagine you will not lose an amazing amount so quickly. You don’t have as much body fat. But again, medicines can play a big role, so talk to your family dr if you’re on any of those. You’re doing all the right things, so keep up the great work!

Edited December 19, 20205 yr by Grammie2
Just thought of something to add.

5 hours ago, ImSweetJane said:

Hi all,

I’m now 5.5 weeks RNY post op. I have only lost 17 lbs post-op ☹️ Has anyone else experienced this?

I was/am following all diet orders and restrictions I have recently moved to all foods stage.

I am getting all of my Protein and Fluid requirements (and more) in

I am exercising every day

I was told from my surgeon that the first three to four months are the “honeymoon” phase, where the weight comes off with little effort. Week 1 was good, the rest have been averaging 2.5 pounds. Now it seems to be slowing down - last week’s loss was 1.8. What happens when the honeymoon is over?!?

I’ve read the other posts about this issue, but I’m doing all of the recommended actions already.

I don’t even think this is a stall, loss has been slow period.

Is it because I’m older - 50’s?

My nurse and dietitian just said that some people don’t lose as much as others

Sorry to whine. I know there are no guarantees. After seeing the loss for nearly everyone else, I was just hoping for more.

thank you!

Hi Sweet Jane,

I’m sorry it’s not going your way right now!! It is the worst when the scale just won’t budge! Wow, your a strong person! It is hard to stay true to the diet and exercise regime when we don’t see the results! Congratulations!! Something I’ve learned about me, I only celebrate big loss... it has led me to a life of disappointment. I’m learning to celebrate my success wherever it lies. I’m excited for you! The weight isn’t poring off, but you are standing tall and unflinching! I’m going to celebrate that with you!! One thing I’ve seen is people wrapping a piece of yarn around their waist each week and then taping it to their wall, so they can see the downward trajectory. Also, what kind of scale do you have? If you don’t already you may want to invest in a scale that shows what kind of weight your losing. I’ve seen fat being lost on my scale, but no lbs from my weight. (I have a Renpho scale.) it reminds me things are happening. If this is all already in your mind, I’m sorry!! Sometimes we just want to be heard. If that’s where you are, I hear you and see the tremendous effort you are making! Hoping for a downward sliding scale for you very soon!!