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Hi Terisa: I also noticed that it has been a litte quiet here too but in my case is due to schools being back in session. My son started middle school, he also started soccer practices and I started school. WOW! Way to much for one week. It all shall settle soon. I have being feeling great, eventhoug my weigh loss is very slow. I have 6 lbs to get to onederland and its taking me forever. No rush here, it will happen at the right time. I also started walking at the local college with my friend and that leaves me very tired but feeling great about myself. So, how are you doing this week? Beatriz

It sounds like all of us are really busy right now and it certainly sounds like you have had a busy week. 6 pounds....you must be so excited. I sure hope you will let us know when you get to onederland...it is right around the corner!! ~ Terisa

Do not worry, the WHOLE world will know when I get to onederland

Hi Terisa!! Good to see you post. I've been mia quite a bit because I'm just plain tired. I started babysitting a 13 month old and dang I forgot how difficult that can be. It doesn't help that he's a spoiled brat. Between him, being pregnant and still having "all day" sickness, my own kids and household to run...I'm just plain beat. I'm a bit depressed as well, I can tell it. Because I'm now pregnant, I can no longer be on my bipolar meds, at least until after the little one arrives, and I tell you, I'm feeling it. A lot of times I feel like I just want to sleep, but I don't know if that's the pregnancy or the depression. How about you? How are YOU doing??

I remember very well the energy drain during the first trimester!!! It is exhausting. Why are you watching a kid that is a spoiled brat? That does not sound fun. Why cant you be on medication? What were you taking and did you speak to your ob about it? I took my antidepressants still. It depends on what you take so if you have not done so please check with your ob. It is not feeling that way. How is your pregnancy going and eating while pregnant? Terisa

Terisa...if this person was not a close personal friend (or paying me, even) I wouldn't even bother. She's in a bind and it's temporary...I'm just nice that way. (Ok, that gave me a good laugh...me...nice!!) My shrink took me off the meds. He said they were too dangerous, and I took a look at them on a website that lists meds and possible risks for unborn children. They were all pretty high risk. I trust he knows what he's doing, and I'm to see him if there's a problem. I was taking more than standard anti-depressants...there were anti convulsants as well as anti-psychotics. I usually do well during pregnancy, it's just once I'm post partum, I start to have trouble. Other than being nauseated most of the day, and tired, the pregnancy is going well. I have NO PROBLEM eating. I just had a discussion with my husband this afternoon about it. I'm afraid I'm not getting enough calories in. My surgeon says 800 is fine, but I've read elsewhere that people as far out as we are should be at 1000-1200 and 1500 for men. I have notice though that during weeks that I've averaged 1000-1200 calories, I've had weight loss. The weeks that I consumed less, I either stay the same or even gain. I'm afraid of both eating too much and not eating enough. I see my OB on the 29th and will be getting a referral to a high risk OB per my surgeon's request. I'm hoping to find one that has experience with wls patients, that way I can get it right from them. How about you?? How's your nutrition intake coming along??

It certainly sounds like you should be off the meds for now. Some are ok, some certainly are not and it sounds like yours are not. I am relieved to hear that you do well during the pregnancy. Just a little side note too...psychiatrists ALWAYS tell a pregnant woman not to take her antidepressants during pregnancy. The reason is because they are not OB's and do not want to take that risk themselves. It is just easier to tell her not to take them. Woman should always consult with their ob too. It does sound like in your case it is the right decision. Ok, that was just some professional knowledge I will shut up about that now. Great news that your pregnancy is going so well and especially that you are not having a problem eating. Important for you to get enough nutrition in for baby Terisa. I am doing ok with my nutrition. I am still only at 600-650 a day, but at least I am not starving myself or suffering from malnutrition anymore. Other than being tired a lot, I feel really great. Now if I could lose the remaining 23lbs I would be thrilled. I cannot even imagine being "normal weight" I don't think I have ever been normal weight. I wish I get could my calorie intake up a little so maybe I could lose, just cannot do it yet. Hopefully soon. ~ Terisa

All the meds I was taking have this classification: * Studies on animals show adverse effect and toxicity on fetus. * No adequate and well controlled studies done on pregnant women. * Drugs should be given only if the potential benefit outweighs the potential risk to the fetus. So yes, I'm much better off of them for now. I'm so glad you're at least maintaining the 600-650 a day. You had me so worried. I do trust that eventually you will get there calorie wise and I have no doubt that the 23 lbs WILL come off before you know it. (((hug)))

Hi I have not been posting as I have been so discussed with myself. I feel like I am falling into my OLD BAD habits and picking. My mom has cancer and is with hospice and I really am not trying to use this as a excuse but I have been driving 3 hours a day around 4 days a week to help and be with her..I am a emotional eater and I have been picking ALL the time. I do not know why I am doing this and I am soo bad at ME. My husband is in China for 2 1/2 weeks so it is even harder with what I have to do. My kids are back in school and BUSY. I feel like I am a 1 women show that is failing badly. In the last 2 weeks I am up 3 pds I know part is water weight as my rings are tight but the "snacking" is not helping. Sorry to vent to everyone. Diana

Now you I am really concerned about! You are carrying quite a load by yourself. Since you are travelling so much it would make it hard to eat as well as you should then to top that you are an emotional eater. Not an easy situation for you when you are trying to lose weight and taking care of your mom as she is in hospice. I cannot even imagine what you are going through right now so if food is going to get you through this go ahead, just be careful and try healthy things if possible ok? I really wish I could offer you some words to help you feel better, but I know there are none. I will offer you my prayers and will send good thoughts your way. Please take care and feel free to vent to us at any time and never apologize for it. I am happy you have a place where you can do that. Love and blessings ~ Terisa