I've lost 27.5 lbs so far since my consultation in August. I had lost 7.5lbs prior to surgery and have lost 20 lbs since surgery. I was getting really nervous because I haven't been losing anything for about one week now. I posted my question on OH and I received such great responses. One of the responses was that the sudden stop in weight loss is an average occurance and that the first month my body is in shock and is holding on to whatever calories it can because it isn't sure what is going on. The next 3-6 months are the biggests ones and to hold on and enjoy the experience. 20 lbs in 2 weeks is great - 10 lbs a week! How wonderful! It's seems longer, but I am currently only 2 weeks Post Op. It takes approximately 3 weeks for the pouch to heal, so I'm well on my way.
I'm now at a new stage in my diet. In addition to the loose mashed potatoes, oatmeal and unsweetened apple sauce, I've introduced scambled egg (1/2), tuna and 1/4 to 1/2 of Whole Wheat toast (or whole wheat crackers). I can add salt and pepper, a little mayo, even ketchup or mustard.
Good news for me, I was able to sleep in my bed all night this past night without moving into the recliner. I still feel alot of discomfort on my right side, but it's definetely getting much better. I saw a friend yesterday that I hadn't seen in a long time and she noticed the weight loss. She said 'It looks like you lost as much as a small child!' Which is true when you think about it, 27.5 lbs is almost like an 18 month or 2 year old.
The good news too, is that I might not be losing anything on the scale, but I still am losing in inches.
Cheers!
