Reflections on my 4 week surgiversary

I can't believe it's been 4 weeks since being sleeved (tomorrow morning at 7:30 a.m. will officially be my 4 week surgiversary).  i still sometimes look back and say "i can't believe i did this".  but after so many years of trying and failing, through numerous weight loss programs, medications, injections, and counseling, and i am doing it now.  slowly but surely, the weight is coming off.  i find myself worrying about the future, scared that i may regain it, however am just trying to take things one day at a time. 

i love that i can be full after so little (2 oz. of pureed/mashed chicken and i'm done).  i love that i know i can't eat what's not on my plan for fear i'll get sick.  i love that while others are struggling with the decision whether or not to have another piece of chocolate, i can just say "no thanks" and be proud of myself. 

wish i had more energy and wish i could get more liquids in, but overall, i absolutely do not regret doing this.  so proud of myself that i had the courage to go through with it. 

if you're pre-op or considering, it is worth every second of discomfort.  freedom from overeating feels good.  :) 

You have done wonderfully, I hope I do as well, do you walk everyday?

 i have not incorporated daily walking yet.  i still struggle with energy, and with going back to work this week i have just been exhausted!  i am planning on starting a walking program with hopes of running a 5k by august of 2012.  

Your post really is helping me.  I am starting on pureed foods tomorrow.  I have not had any problems getting liquids in past 2 days but my stomach just feels so empty.  Is it my stomach or my head?  I am really afraid that 2 oz. of food will not seem like near enough.  I just have had no problem with liquids or pills.  

Please give me some encouragement.  Thanks

i will be 4 weeks post op tusday and U will be more than satisfied with 2 oz.  I had eggs for the second time today and they made me puke both times, not sure why, so go easy on those...u can do this when did you sleeve , i was October 4.

 at first i could only tolerate them pureed and not just scrambled but after a week i tried just regular scrambled and they went down fine.  

i find myself obsessed with eating the pureed chicken though.  who knew i would love it?!  

i can't tolerate tuna.  that's all i've really tried.  i tend to stick with the same things.  oh wait- i tried baby food bananas and did well with that.  think i may try mashed bananas later this week.  

 there really is such a huge difference once you start purees.  just make sure to eat protein first no matter what.  you'll do great!  what types of purees are you starting with?  

Thanks for the encouraging words. I'm still nervous and scared, but I'm not turning back now!!

So glad you are feeling so good - you've done awesome!

I know exactly what you mean about being able to turn down food so much easier now.  It is such a gift not to have the cravings and near obsession with eating.  I know someday we'll be able to eat those foods, but I hope that with all the practice I'm getting now, it will be that much easier to say no even when I could say yes.

One thing I have noticed for myself is that if I am low on liquids and protein, my energy level just tanks.  I have to really force the liquids most days (I've been up drinking my last 16 oz at 10pm on several nights), but in the end it is worth it.

Your wishes are my wishes....wish I could have a more energy and wish I could get in more liquids, but overall.....with 25lbs gone in one month...this is the best thing I ever did! No other diet or exercise program has brought these kind of results. We just need to be patient with our new little tummies. The more experienced sleevers on here are great for giving advice and encouragement, love coming here to read other's experiences. Today is my 1 month surgiversary...I had mine done Sept. 30/11, best thing I have done..ever.....good luck with your journey and know you are not alone !!!