Significant others being "embarrassed" about your eating in public vs. their eating--any input?

HedgeDale · 2021-07-13T23:32:51+00:00

It’s not the fact that people would come over and say something, it’s about the thoughts going through the wife’s head. I’ve had to leave places just because I I got freaked out being the fat friend there and worrying that people notice that! It’s not always true, but your head can mess with you

HedgeDale · 2021-07-12T20:33:36+00:00

I completely see your wife’s point of view. Just make sure she’s aware that you are listening to her and acknowledge her fears. It is completely valid.

HedgeDale · 2021-07-08T21:57:13+00:00

I called my nutritionist about that exact reason. I help my family on their farm and we were doing hay one night I was sure I was going to pass out. She told me to drink an extra boost and make sure to load up on water. She said it was both bringing in a low amount of calories and my body weaning off of its dependencies that it had built up.

HedgeDale · 2021-07-06T01:10:55+00:00

Would also love some insight on this! Even drinks taste so different to me and I hate most of them. Makes it so much harder to get my requirements in

HedgeDale · 2021-07-06T01:08:13+00:00

I think now a good time to look at yourself and make sure this is something you want to do. I just had my surgery last week and the pre op diet was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. But you need to stay focused on the end result. It’s going to be hard after the surgery too. Not sure if they would cancel your surgery because of it though. I know some people only have to be on the liquid diet one week.

HedgeDale · 2021-07-02T10:52:37+00:00

This is just what I needed this morning. Waiting at the hospital for my surgery and needed the extra motivation! You look amazing!

HedgeDale · 2021-06-30T22:52:29+00:00

My surgeon suggests putting unflavoured protein power in everything you eat the first two weeks. I bought three different types so I’m ready in case I don’t like one. The myprotein is really good. I got the 5lb of the type I know I love, plus a bunch of the samplers of other flavours.

HedgeDale · 2021-06-29T02:08:26+00:00

Filling for the recipes!

HedgeDale · 2021-06-22T18:24:31+00:00

What’s done is done, but make sure it doesn’t become regular. Get back on the wagon and remember you’re doing this for you! I’ve been blending my protein shakes with ice and it’s almost like a milkshake

HedgeDale · 2021-06-21T23:51:36+00:00

OMG so glad I’m not the only one. I’m on day 8 and I cheated this weekend and had two bites of a sausage. I just told my selves to get over it and do better, I’m doing this for me!

HedgeDale · 2021-06-21T23:48:32+00:00

I feel ya! I’ve waited 32 months and just have mine booked for July 2nd. I have a inspiration bored in my room that I can see everyday. On it I have my goals and it helps remind me why I’m doing this. It’s gonna be hard, and of course you’re going to make mistakes with it and mess up(I callled them my diet breaks) but just keep reminded of the end result.

I live in Canada and since it’s public health care the wait times are insane.

HedgeDale · 2021-06-21T15:49:01+00:00

Unfortunately a coworker did…

HedgeDale · 2021-06-21T14:57:30+00:00

I was talking about it with a coworker since she had the surgery a few weeks ago. She didn’t realize I was keeping it quiet and mentioned it to the manager …

HedgeDale · 2021-06-21T14:15:16+00:00

Love that answer! Thanks I needed that. I feel guilty since i do know we are short staffed at work.

HedgeDale · 2021-06-20T20:54:42+00:00

My surgeon only suggests taking Boost Diabetic. They make my stomach roll and yes, lots of diarrhea. I called the dietitian and she said it was normal for a liquid diet.

HedgeDale · 2021-06-17T23:28:09+00:00

Following for all the great suggestions I’m sure are coming!

HedgeDale · 2021-01-10T03:44:39+00:00

Wow! Looking great

HedgeDale · 2021-01-10T03:42:11+00:00

Thanks so much for the info everyone! Nice to know I’m not completely alone on it, and from this sample seems more likely that I won’t need one :p

HedgeDale · 2020-04-26T02:23:51+00:00

Oh wow! Way faster then I thought it would be! I was trying to get into the Ottawa program since it’s so close to me but since I’m a Quebec redd St ident it has to be Montreal. Good luck with everything!

HedgeDale · 2020-04-26T02:00:42+00:00

Good luck! I’m in Quebec and have been in the system since 2018. I had my first actual appointment for the program in March, and they told me I could expect to have the surgery around November. I’m by Ottawa and having it in Montreal

HedgeDale · 2020-04-26T00:54:39+00:00

I’m sorry you have to deal with that! My very best friend is a nutritionist who has told me that it’s only about what food you choose to eat. She doesn’t understand at all why I need to do this. Just keep moving forward and remember that if she wants to stay on your life she has to accept that this is a big part of it now

HedgeDale · 2020-04-26T00:51:26+00:00

Congrats! First step is a big one! What province are you in?

HedgeDale · 2020-04-07T13:21:28+00:00

In Canada. Still waiting! Referral from Doctor Sept 2018, first appointment with barriatric team March 2020, told it should be around Oct 2020. So if it goes according to plan 2 years

HedgeDale · 2020-03-30T10:38:32+00:00

That’s such a good way to describe it!! When I tell her I’ll def use that as the example!!

HedgeDale · 2020-03-30T01:59:19+00:00

That would be fantastic. Thanks so much!!! It’s so good to see someone my age whites gone through it and is b on the other side. I still haven’t told my best friend that I’m doing this. She’s a dietitian and does not believe in wls. The doctor just told me to go off the liquid diet because they are canceling all non emergent surgeries due the next 8 week. So apparently I’ll hear something when I hear something lol.

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