one and half week check up

Hi everyone,
Just got back from the doctors, I only lost 4 lbs and was quite bummed. He said why am I so sad its been 12 lbs you lost including post op diet, and 30 lbs since we met. So I guess I am acting a little foolish. Just seems everyone looses really fast and 4 lbs. sounds like I am doing something wrong (which I certainly am not). I also had gained 13 lbs. of fluid in the hospital but thats gone now. I start soft foods today and I am scared to death to eat. But I will give it a go. Any pointers welcome. Hugs to all and have a wonderful evening Gail

Hi Gail....Congratulations on your loss...Yes, I think you are doing good.  Hey girl, it's only been 1 1/2 weeks.  As far as the fear of eating, that is normal too.  I was afraid also.  Just take tiny bites, chew very careful and take little swallows.  You'll do just fine.  This too will only be a memory and you'll look back and wonder why you were so afraid.  This is all natural and all of us, or most of WLS people have gone through exactly what you are .  I was bummed out when I was in the hospital with kidney stone problems and on IV for 5 1/2 days and had 20 pounds to get rid of.  That really threw me for a loop even though I knew that it was from all the IV's .  I got rid of that plus almost 10 pounds and am now back on schedule again and losing like I anticipated.  That was Jan 25th -Jan 30th.  Then I had one more IV solution when they did the lithotripsy and cystoscopy and I had tha****er weight to get rid of but it didn't take very long.  Gail, You are doing what you are supposed to so just relax and you'll see I am right.  Keep up the good work Sweetie.

Hugs,
Sandy

Thanks Sandy,
I just figured I would have some chicken cream soup and I am allowed 1 ounce and I am having some baby food bannas 1/2 jar. I just don't know how slow to go with them. I feel like all I will be doing is staying home and eating little bits that takes forever lol. Oh Lord  Hugs Gail

Gail,

It always feels like everybody else is losing fast and we are slow. Actually, except for the men in the support groups, I have never met a FAST loser. Be patient, the weight will come off.

That darned fluid weight is deceptive. It sounds like you are doing very well. Good for you.

After more than two years, I still eat with baby spoons and shrimp forks. These force me to take small bites. I got them at the Dollar Store. Chop sticks might work too.

Kisses
Annette

Thanks Annette,
I am using a baby spoon lol seems silly but I know its important. I guess I will get the hang of it.
Hugs GAil

Hi Gail...
     Remember to eat with a small plate and small fork and baby spoon, that way you will  feel like you are eating more???HA!!!  This too will pass...You are doing great....
suzette50............... keep in touch

Thanks Suzette, I am using a baby spoon seems so silly but I know its important Hugs Gail

Gail...congrats on the positive check up. Sounds like you are doing really well. Everyone loses at their own pace. Don't be discouraged!

Hugs....connie d

Thanks Connie, I am trying to think positive. At least my BP is down 102/70 hopefully soon I will be off all meds. Hugs Gail

gail you HAVE A WONDERFUL WEIGHT LOSS!!!!!! when was the last time you lost that much so fast???? you are doing so GOOD!!!! keep it up and you will see the pounds gone so fast your head will spin!!!!

hugs