Just when..

Just when does the scale start to show something? I know this is different for each and every person. I am now 11 days post op and sitting at the same spot. I figure it is all the fluids etc from surgery.However the scale didn't change for that either LOL.

Just kinda of curious on what others think. Another thing for me to prepare for.
Almost like being at a stall
Kelly/tink

Only 4 days out here and a few pounds over where I went in.  I know that the weight loss will come.  It has to considering how little we are eating!!  :) 

LOL Michael,isn't that the truth. Some days I feel like all they want me to do is eat,eat,eat.
There is just no way I can eat every ounce that I am scheduled to have. A month ago I would of thought they were starving me,now they are stuffing me for the next holiday LOL
Kelly/tink

It's obviously different for everyone, but the first month for a lot of people is all about healing... after that, things will speed up.

Thanks Elena,
Like I said it is just a curious question for me.
Kelly/tink

It never helps to compare youself to others - I mean that in the nicest way.  I lost 35 lbs. on the liquid diet and 12 lbs. the first week.  Since then I have lost a grand total of 23 lbs. in 10 weeks!  It's frustrating as heck!

Thanks newday,
Yes, It never helps to compare,and that is why I said it is different for each person. I was just curious what others were thinking or had experience with
Kelly/tink

Everyone's body is different.  If you think about it, your body is in shock after having surgery.  It wants to keep up like it used to be able to do.  Use the scale only once a week.  I know, easier said than done.  Your body is in shock.

And remember - when you aren't losing lbs, you are likely losing inches.  11 days out - enjoy the ride.  You are doing just fine!  :)

ka

Thanks Kelly,
Healing is going good. The scale on the other hand is part of my discharge orders. Have to weight every morning and any gain or 3 pounds or more call or get in. I am guessing that is unwanted fluid gain or something else bad LOL
Kelly/tink

Kelly/tink

   I  had surgery on Tuesday, and finally weigh what I did when I checked ino the hospital.  I am trying to not worry about month number one...let my body heal and then hopefully month number two will start seeing the scale move. 
  Are you doing pureed foods now? I go to my check up on Tuesday, and then will get clearance to eat a pureed diet. As of now, I am on clear liquid ( sugar free popsicle anyone?? )

  At least I am not feeling hungry or have any " head" hunger. I am thankful for that.


  Try  not to worry about the scale--before we know it- we will be posting how it's quickly moving south!

Take care,
Natalie