Cheekybookworm

I was just having this conversation. I too no longer enjoy eating - at all. I eat but only as a function for living. Sometimes it bugs me that I don't even midly enjoy eating the little bit of food I'm eating.

I too was frustrated with my rate of loss. First, I had to learn to accept it (didn't have to like it) so that I wouldn't starve myself at 500 cals a day. My dietician wanted me up to 700-900 cals a day. Working out or not. She also recommend more fluids. Believe it or not if you drink more you don't retain fluid. (Don't…

This one was definitely a challenge for me. As others have sad a swollen tummy makes it difficult to meet goal volumes. I tried to find a temperature that worked - some were definitely better than others - warm was best for me (room temp or lukewarm). Ice cold and hot made my new pouch ANGRY. Also, sometimes broth worked…

I completely agree. Changing my thoughts and habits around food and excercise are the only way for me to maintain.

Congratulations! Sending lots of good thoughts your direction. I'm nearly four months out and thrilled with the surgery. :)

Welcome to the group! My surgery date was 10/18/12 (VGS) and I want to second the note of not comparing your loss to other's. I was really dissapointed at first and had a hard time accepting the rate I was losing. I'm much happier now that I've accepted I'm losing at the rate my body know it needs to - I can't control the…

I too have an IUD - going to switch from Mirena (hormones) to Paragaurd (sans hormones) because I've definitely noticed the mood difference. I know I'm kinda of new out of the gate AND I have an IUD but I'm definitely having multiple periods, stall in weight loss, during the bloat, etc. I'd definitely talk to your Gyn -…

I had a similar thought today. For so many of the same reasons. Like you, I understand the importance of feeding my body what it needs to thrive and I wouldn't interfere with that - but eating has become more of a chore than something I enjoy. In other words, I can totally relate!

Hi Katrina! I second everything that's been said. A note on the protein - I tried a lot! I seem to be very intolerant of most. So finding someplace I could by samples from was awesome (unfortunately, I tossed a lot...bummer). Vitalady.com offers samples of lots of different flavors for $2.99 (the last time I bought some -…

I agree with what’s been said…and here’s a bit of my two cents…for what it’s worth. I don’t claim to be an expert and I would never presume to tell someone the absolutes of this journey. But I love to share because I don’t know what I would have done, if others hadn’t shared their journey’s with me. What I know about food…

My starting weight was 263, the day of surgery 10/18/12 I was 244, and as of today my weight is 206. I'm hoping to get down to 130-135 - I'm 5'5''. I do exercise - I pretty much hate the gym, don't like to run, feel like a rodent on any cardio machine...I think I'd be considered a "picky" exerciser. I walked at first and…

Exactly!

Similarly to Geri - I wear a full face mask. Resmed Quattro FX. Love it since I'm a mouth breather - I never have dry mouth and I tolerate it really well. I've never had an issue other than having to occasionally adjust it to correct minor air leaks. http://www.resmed.com/us/products/quattro_fx/quattro-fx.html?nc=patients

I too have been on my psych meds before and immediately after surgery. My surgeon wanted to avoid a depressive episode. Would you be open to discussing this with your surgeon in a firm matter? I support you being your own advocate - your surgeon understands the surgery but not necessarily the psych side. When I talked to…

Truly amazing! What a wonderful thing to share! I wish you all the best on the last phase of your journey! I hope it's coming along quite nicely. :happy:

I had my surgery at Banner Gateway. Dr. Rob Schuster was my surgeon. Awesome program and wonderful surgeon. Would definitely recommend he and his staff. They have support programs (free) 3 times a month for both folks who are pre and post op in their program and to the public. Very well rounded.

So glad to know I'm not the only one who goes through the major hunger/cravings a week before TOM. So glad you brought this topic up! Jess

I had someone take my kiddos and the dog the first couple of nights. A friend drove me home and was close by if I needed her - but I was alone the first week and I was fine. The dog's home (she's an itty bitty thing and all I really have to do is let her out) as are the kids and we're all fine. I'm glad I had a few days at…

Oh yes, my family's favorite quote "You're such a beautiful girl when you're thin" - what the Heck?! Healthier - okay maybe. More active sure....but good grief.

Lived lots of places - currently I live in Gilbert, AZ - Howdy fellow Arizonan's! Jess

Why and the HECK do people think surgery is the easy way out?! It baffles me. Like, uh, I haven't tried everything else under the sun. And surgery is a tool. Not a magic wand. Viola! You're thin and you'll never have to watch what you eat, learn to cope life long with emotions that drive cravings, and never have to…

Hi Jessica here! So glad to be here 1 week-ish post op. My surgery date was 10/18/12. Entering my second week post op. Starting to push myself a bit in the exercise (walking) department.. Man, have had lots of emotions since the surgery. Lots of ups and downs. Was frustrated the scale wasn't moving at all. Hoping it'll…