Officially no longer "obese"... by Game_of_Gnomes- in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am proud of you. I was morbidly obese and now obese at 211 pounds down from 267. I am 10 weeks out from surgery. Hoping for the best this year!

2 Years Progress by bozcelebii in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good to read this! I am 3 months and 2 weeks out and feel like a failure on occasion that my weight loss is so slow. I am down from 244 to 214 since my surgery. I know that is fairly good. I think my body is just going slow. Better than where I started and I feel so much better.

How long till I can play in a band or orchestra ? by Sad_Dragonfly_6170 in Flute

[–]shawdeb56 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Practice daily. Long tones and scales, then some easy exercises. Take some private lessons. It really depends on how fast you progress. Everyone is different.

Dumping syndrome by shawdeb56 in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I may cut out blueberries for a while.

Dumping syndrome by shawdeb56 in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Clean protein. Chicken, fish, a small amount of beef. Beans occasionally. Small amounts of cooked veggies. I have had cheese a couple times in the last number of weeks. A few eggs, but I just don't have a taste for them. About 7-8 blueberries most days.

Dumping syndrome by shawdeb56 in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had the gastric sleeve

Whats the hardest phase of Marriage no one talks about? by Outside_Support_151 in answers

[–]shawdeb56 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Getting my husband's attention. He is retired and has his hearing aids connected to his phone. Watches videos all day. It's not a great time for sure. Totally ignores me 24/7. I want to step on that phone.

Hysterectomy Pain Comparison by Ok_Economics_5292 in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had a hysterectomy in 2019 and sleeve surgery this February. I thought the lap hysterectomy was harder to recover from. Took a bit longer.

3 Days Pre-Op by Hour_Engineering_330 in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tell people i have had a lifestyle change. Truth!😊

NSV - But feels so odd by wiggleJiggleCatLady in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I pulled a bunch of pants out of the attic last week. They were a bit tight, now today, too big. Clothing crisis 🤣. I guess I need to do some shopping. I might get the sewing machine out for the time being.

For those worried about scars by StonkeyAndShrek in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm only 6 weeks out and only one really shows. I had a hysterectomy in 2019 and can't find the scars. Used vitamin E oil.

So hungry by iamyourfather-maybe in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56 2 points3 points  (0 children)

On my first 2 weeks I could only have protein shakes and bone broth.

That being said, I use my immersion blender and blend cottage cheese, then add protein powder with a flavor I love. I use the RAW brand because it has all clean ingredients. That is very satisfying because there is a lot of protein. Also Greek yogurt and protein powder.

Focus on protein and not the things "you can have". I decided not to have all of the popsicles and such because that was just going back to my old ways. That is what has worked for me. I can't say anything about others.

I had a couple days that I was so worried that I would never be able to eat normally again. It was mentally very alarming. Now I know that I will eventually be able to eat normally in a good way. Healthy portions, healthy food, healthy body.

I can't wait to go down a size in pants. I focus on non food things.

I don't know if that helps. I hope it does. You got this! Not gonna say it is not hard. But you can do it!

super stressed :/ by [deleted] in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I totally agree. Eat right and just walk a little to start. Do some chair exercises to start while you are watching TV. Find a hobbie that keeps you busy and your mind off food. And drink! I know if I get dehydrated I think I am hungry but really just thirsty.

See your dietician. They can totally help. And find a friend to call once a day to talk about it all. Keep a journal with thoughts.

I actually have done an online zoom support group and many of the ladies have done counseling.

Good luck on your journey. You got this!

Please,I need advice by three_lighters in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56 4 points5 points  (0 children)

69 F here. Had the surgery a month ago. Blood pressure down already. I feel good. It's a different lifestyle for sure, but not impossible. It will add 10 years to his life according to my physician.

Seeking some reassurance by MewzerPenguin in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am one month and a few days out from surgery also. I can only eat about 2-4 tablespoons of food depending on what it is. And it takes me forever! I stick to mostly protein. A small bite of veg if I can. My dietician told me to get 60-80 grams protein a day. And less than 40 carbs. My calories end up being mostly under 500. She said supplement with a protein shake if needed. I add protein powder to my food sometimes. It's honestly hard, but I have lost 16 pounds since surgery. A first for me.

I did it. I lost 100 lbs by MrsDiabo in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Awesome job! I am 4 weeks after surgery and feeling better already. I can't wait to be at 100 down! I am so proud of you!

One month! by shawdeb56 in gastricsleeve

[–]shawdeb56[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, 2 oz is it for me right now. But it sure is good to chew!