MaryContrary80
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 5 months ago
My Eyes are Bigger than my Sleeve! - So I still get this feeling of disappointment every time I make my little serving of whatever. I get this sinking feeling, like "that's not enough food". Then, I eat my portion an...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 5 months ago
Fat Grams - Ok, so I feel like now that I'm on soft foods I'm getting into a groove with keeping cals in the 500 and 600 range, Protein over 60 and Carbs under 40. Oh and Lucky for me my sle...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 5 months ago
I don't know what to do!!! (Women Problems!) - I really feel so lost right now. I gained 2 pounds since Sunday (PS, my goal was to NOT step on the scale until next Sunday, I threw that away pretty fast). I have no idea if this ...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 5 months ago
I'm a cry baby!! - So between the Mirena and the re-appearance of abdominal pain, and the not eating, and the dealing with my emotions instead of shoving them down with cheeseburgers and brownies, an...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
VSG + Crockpot= Hooray! - I was on pinterest and found this!
Here is the link, if you are interested!!
http://hollywouldifshecould.net/2011/11/a-month-of-paleo-crockpot-recipes/
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
The good and the bad! - We'll start with the bad. I got Mirena put in last week. The following day I went up a pound, and everyday since I've been the same weight. This blows!! I know, I know, it's tempor...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Dear Protein Shake... - After almost a whole month of liquids I am ready to trade you in for a few bites of a nice beef tenderloin!! Just sayin'!!
I love liquid diets, they're so awesome, especially ...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Marriage after Sleeve... - I'm really starting to worry about how my relationship with my husband is going to change. He is pretty opposed to surgery for himself right now, but he has over 150 pounds too los...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Please help me, having protein problems!! - I am stressing out a bit. I am just over a week out from surgery, I'm still on fulls (well technically the nurse practiioner said I could do purees but I personally think it's too...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Popsicles from Nectar? - So I am thinking about making popsicles out my nectar Cherry. Do you think they would come out ok? I have such an aversion to protein drinks right now and I'm wondering if that wo...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
A week out from surgery and NSV already!!!! - So, I bought this workout shirt a couple of months ago and it did not fit, I couldn't stretch it over my arms. Well I was in my closet this morning and saw it and wondered if it wo...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Struggling with head hunger or something... - So, I am 6 days post op and on Full liquids. I am following all of my rules, but I'm telling you I feel like I could eat a horse. I have been sipping my liquids and then every few...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Incisional Pain... - So I am 6 days out from Surgery and I am still having INTENSE incisional pain. The pain is only in one incision, the one where he took the stomach out of. I am trying to stop taki...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Getting Acquainted with my Sleeve... - So, I feel like all I do is post on here, but you guys know so much, I can't help myself! Surgery was Tuesday, and I can tell my sleeve is super tight, but I know that liquid just...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Starting fulls - So my surgery was Tuesday. I have been on clears since and can start fulls whenever I feel brave enough. I think I am ready to try but not sure what to start with. Suggestions? Als...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
home with Mr. Sleevers! - So I am home. Still in some pain but getting better. I am moving and sipping. The sipping is weird and taking some time to get used to but I am trying to do my 4oz. Per hour. My bo...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Someone is cutting most of my stomach off tomorrow - Weird. Excited. Weird. Excited!! :) Haha! Wish me luck!!!
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Pre-op diet not losing weight! - OK so week one on this diet I lost about 11pounds. Week 2 I have lost 1 and now the scale is not moving. Its making me mad because I haven't cheated once and my body is just being ...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Milk? - Ok, so I was playing around with milk on MFP and it says there are less carbs in 1 and 2% milk than in skim. Is that true or did someone screw up when logging that info?
Also, ...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Would you go? - My husband and I are supposed to attend a friend's wedding 10 days after my surgery. 1. Do you think I will feel up to it? 2. Obviously I won't be able to eat dinner, and I really ...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Vitamin questions and other stuff! - Hey everybody! I know there are tons of posts about Vitamins, but I can seem to find exactly what I'm looking for.
Right now I'm in the pre-op diet and taking 3 Bariatric Fusio...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Pre-Op Diet Meltdown - Ok, it wasn't that bad, but I cried today over this diet. I am on day 3 and honestly, days 1 and 2 were relatively easy for me, today though is rough.
I did okay in the morning...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
YUM Best shake ever! (Pre-Op diet safe for most pe - I'm on the Pre-op diet right now and at my pre-op class yesterday they gave us Pre-op diet safe shake recipes and this one is SOOOO good!
1 Scoop of Bariatric Fusion vanilla pro...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 6 months ago
Totally Gross Question! Plus surgery date!!! - So, I start my pre-op diet tomorrow. It's 3-4 protein shakes a day, zero calorie beverages plus sugar free jello and popsicles for 14 days. Surgery is on Sept 4th! I'm crazy excite...
MaryContrary80 posted a discussion topic 13 years, 7 months ago
Frustrated with Roadblocks and need some encourage - So basically I'm at the end of the road with authorization and now there have been little stupid hold ups and I'm not sure what to do. I can't seem to get anyone other than a secre...
