Gastric Sleeve Patient on a journey to a healthier life.

[Mz Pink Hollywood]

Hello everyone, I am new to this lifestyle and group. I had the gastric sleeve procedure done in august. I started out at 220 pounds which was definitely unnormal for me. I got down to 161 pounds but I noticed this morning I gained two pounds. I'm in panic mode because I have not reached my goal weight which is to be 150 pounds. Can someone please help me with some advice on if this is normal to gain weight after losing so much weight ? I'm in need of advice I'm starting to panic

 

[missyinacage]

I would suggest you start measuring and tracking your intake again for at least a few days. You may find you are eating more than you think you are.

 

[Mz Pink Hollywood]

Thank you so very much. I appreciate the support

 

[Roni]

Fluctuations are normal. Instead of having a specific weight goal you might want to have a weight range. So instead of 150 think 147 to 153. It might help your approach some

 

[3momchaos]

2lbs could be water weight, a little more sodium than normal, slight constipation, or muscle inflammation. How often do you weigh yourself?

 

[Mz Pink Hollywood]

I weigh myself every morning

 

[Mz Pink Hollywood]

Fluctuations are normal. Instead of having a specific weight goal you might want to have a weight range. So instead of 150 think 147 to 153. It might help your approach some

 

[Mz Pink Hollywood]

I really appreciate you taking out the time to help me. I was becoming a little depressed. I came so far and I don't want to go backwards

 

[3momchaos]

I weigh myself every morning

I was weighing myself every morning as well, and it drove me bananas. I started weighing twice a week, Mondays and Thursdays. When you think you’re ready, you might want to weigh less frequently. I know it’s difficult, it’s fun seeing every ounce going, but it’s also maddening seeing a pound or two increase.

 

[Mz Pink Hollywood]

I think I'm going to do the same thing, twice a week sounds good. I really appreciate you

 

[Kcuster83]

Don't beat yourself up. Everyone, even "normal" people fluctuate.

 

[Mz Pink Hollywood]

Thank you so very much...I weighed myself this morning and I dropped down one pound. So I'm feeling better and I will rake your advice and weigh myself twice a week.

 

[KarenWV]

So glad you stepped back and found some joy again. Funny how 1 little lb can bring so much happiness or frustration. In the overall scheme of things, you have done a terrific job so far. I am a once a week scaler. Otherwise I would go crazy over every 1/10th of a lb LOL. Good luck & please stay in touch.

 

[Mz Pink Hollywood]

Yes, I will definitely stay intouch...I'm also back to 161‍‍‍‍ thank you so very much for your support

 

[Julie R]

Hello! I am new to the group. I am waiting for my surgery date. The binder, which is just about as important as your Bible, suggests you weigh in only at your appointments. That's not working for me now, so I don't think it will after my surgery! My situation is a little different than most. I am 17 years post-op lapband, waiting for gastric sleeve. I'm also 70 years old. Doing this for better health! My daughter has surgery this Wednesday. Good luck to all and happy losing!

 

[TraceyT]

I think it’s kind of like not seeing the trees because of the forest. You can’t see your success because you’re focused on the scale. I got focused on the scale. I finally put the scale away and would maybe get it out once a month.

Muscle weighs more than fat. Too much sodium, water weight could also be factors. There are truly a lot of reasons you gained 2 pounds. Enjoy your successes! You’ve accomplished A LOT. Own that shit Mz Pink!!!

 

[dianeseattle]

IMO, at some point people should stop obsessing about weight and diet and look around. No one else of normal weight spends the whole day focusing on diet. If you let that go, you can focus on other activities like volunteering, visiting shut-ins, improving our ecology, teaching others, reading to kids, etc. I know it doesn't seem logical, but obsessing about ourselves is really self-centered. If we'd free up that time, we could help change the world by being active participants.

At least work on reducing your wasted thoughts by reading or talking to people.