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Happy excited scared anxious i'm so ready to get this over with but I just keep telling myself to relax so ready to be on this new journey really curious as to How I'm going to feel will my attitude be different I just can't wait you guys. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi there! I had my first appointment with the surgeon today. I have a 3 month supervised diet to go through where I have to lose 17 pounds. I will also have to do labs, EKG, a meeting with a nutritionist, and the psych eval. Seems pretty standard. Looking forward to this new stage in my life. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

Hi ladies, This is kind of a weird topic but my surgery is scheduled for 10/27/16 and I just got my period a couple of days ago so if I'm as regular as I've always been I'm scheduled to get my period the same day of surgery. Were any of you on your period or got your period while in surgery or in the hospital? How was it handled, what did the doctor or nurses tell you? I'm going to be so uncomfortable I want to cry! Any suggestions for me? Many thanks in advanced! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

My husband and I was making a decision on what to have for dinner, but I can't eat what he eats. I had an emotional breakdown. Started crying and telling him how hard it's been. He was complete understanding. Held me and let me cry it out. I'm so thankful for my support system. Heather Sacramento CA RYN 8/22/16

TODAY IS MY SURGIVERSARY!!! 97lbs lost!well wow what can I say? It's been quite a journey! The one thing I think i was unprepared for was the emotional/mental piece. It's not natural to see yourself in a state (at a weight/size) you've never been and then know how to deal with people's new reaction to you. I've been smaller before but never this small and it's a whole new world! Sleevers... What was it like? Well from surgery to liquid diets to pretty much seven months of working out five days a week. Low carb low sugar high fat high Protein diet to now. It wasn't easy. You can't just have surgery and sit around expecting to lose weight. You gotta work!! I reached "goa…

Hello All! I'm hoping for gastric sleeve surgery this December. I have a million and one emotions at any given moment, but bottom line. I need the help to get this weight off. I understand this is a tool. Any pre op/post op advice? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm down 48 pounds and I'm so happy!! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using the BariatricPal App

I just came from my pre-op appointment with the surgeon. I sat around in the waiting room for an hour after the appointment to try and get a surgery date but ended up leaving and got a call just now with a date of 10/18/16! Further out than I wanted BUT I'll take it - and it actually works better for work and gives me time to get my shit together. I found out that I actually need to do a 2 week liquid pre-op diet so that was something I didn't know about (thought I was one of the lucky ones). Pre-op liquid diet starts October 4th - 5 Meal Replacement shakes (Bariatric Fusion) and 3 Snacks (broth, sf popsicle, watermelon, sf jello). Yikes - I hope I can stay with i…

I'm just starting my journey. I have to loose 15lbs in 6 weeks. I feel like I did when I started high school: nervous, excited. I have so many questions about food, the process & afterwards. I just keep telling myself slow down, one day at a time. Sent from my SM-G935P using the BariatricPal App

I am 8 days post sleeve today. Last night, as I was making carnitas with all the fixings for my family, I was starting to feel a little sorry for myself and my current all-liquids-all-the-time diet. Then I started to focus on why I am doing this (perspective is everything!) and the fact that I want to do everything in my power to live as long and as healthy a life as possible. I want to watch my two young kids grow old. I watched them eat their carnitas and I savored every bite of my strained cream of chicken Soup. This morning I went to my primary care Dr appt and the scale read 217. That means that I have lost 36 lbs since I started this journey in August (and 11…

I'm worried I am doing something wrong, I am 3 weeks post op and everything I eat I feel and hear my stomach rumbling really loud. Is this normal? Sent from my SM-G928T using the BariatricPal App

The day before surgery and today. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Ok so I just want to share it was just my 1 month surgiversary Thursday HW 400 Sw 334 CW 295 Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N910A using the BariatricPal App

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Still on cloud nine after receiving a call from Alber Einstein hospital saying did I want to schedule my surgery date today awesome. so my surgery date is November 26 but November 3 is preop diet that's more than 20 days anyone have any advice for me. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Great I went from 263 To 241 but there is still Some foods that I can Not keep down Sent from my LGLS450 using the BariatricPal App

And just like that it hit me, this is really going to happen. I started this journey prior to my birthday 9/25 in 2015. Im using an insurance from a beneficiary pension from my mother who passed away in 1996. I omitted the insurance awhile back because it was cheaper thru my job. None the less the process to add it back takes 6 months waiting so i started the waiting process just to use the insurance on 10/1/2015....until 4/1/2016. Scheduled my consult on 4/1/2016 with the surgeon, in which of course he recommended me for gastric sleeve surgery. Was advised i needed 6 months of nutritional visits..Completed all paper work,psych eval, orientation, and fitness eval by 9/20t…

I am two weeks into my post op phase and I feel just awful all the time. I can't keep almost any food down and drinking anything, including Water and Protein, hurts my chest so bad I want to cry. I feel like I am slowly starving and am dizzy and shaking a lot. The only food I could even a little bit keep down is sauteed kale or mashed potatoes. Anything else I try I either throw it up or feel like it's stuck in my throat and I'm choking. And the heartburn is terrible on some days too. My surgeon said it's because I am eating too fast, but I am literally not eating almost anything. The other day it took me almost 3 hours to get down 2oz of applesauce and then I had debilit…

So this is my story so far, almost 8 years ago I gave birth to my youngest child it was a very stressful and emotional and physically painful pregnancy. After birth I found myself the lightest I had weighed since 4 th grade I tried for years to keep it off but always fluxerating in weight. About five years ago my third child was diagnosed with severe ADHD. Already having my oldest who has autism and my middle child having ADHD and now my youngest with severe ADHD my husband and and I decided it was time for me to stay home and quit my job. So this is what I did. I went from constantly on the go to being at home and for the first few months I struggled of just not understa…

Im not able to get my Protein shakes down. They make me so uncomfortable. Im 8 days post op and im not able to meet my goal. Dr told me yesterday i need to get at least partial to pass me to the next stage. I take a sip and i have a discomfort and then i have to raise my arms. Then i wait 10 min to drink again and then it happens all over. Adding the powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury powder only makes it thicker and worse...any suggestions? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It's been a wild ride with many ups and downs, but continue working at your goals guys! And I think it's time for a new navy pinstripe! Send me a request on myfitnesspal (sanjumelts) to follow my daily journey! Weeks out: 24 SW: 371 CW: 269 WL: 102lbs

This is my mothers journey and I am so proud of her. Starting weight 145kg current weight 74kg This was done just over a year ago with exercise every single day. Age has no limit when deciding to change your life around. This is the happiest and healthiest I have ever seen my mum???? 53 years old and fitter than myself a 25 year old. You look amazing mum❤ Sent from my SM-G900I using the BariatricPal App

I recently wrote a blog post about my journey as a gastric sleeve patient and I wanted to share it with you all. My mother also had the same procedure done on the same day and I am 100% sure it saved her life. I had the surgery done when I was 29. I know that may seem like a young age to do it at, but after looking at the science of it all, it was definitely the right choice for me. Most of all, I'm thankful my mother did it. I know she's alive today because she did. Gastric sleeve may not be the right choice for everyone but it definitely was for my family. I don't think this will load pictures, so here's a link to my post: http://www.virtuousprom.com/my-journey-wi…

So feel like I'm getting a cold so decided to have a bowl of onion Soup just to warm up. and the all the gurgling noises, I neved did those noise before sleeve when sipping soup, (I feel like I could do the whole Dinosaurs sound effects for the next Jurassic Park) does it ever go away or am I stuck with that soundtrack for the rest of my life? I'm pretty sur it's ain't heartburn or reflux as it happens the second I swallow the soup (or any hot beverage) but those noise are kind of embarrassing when there's people around. I can't be alone with that issue am I?

I had my RNY on Aug 26, 2015 and I have lost a total of 124 pounds thus far. I still have about 45 pounds or so to lose. I have experienced something I find a little odd and was wondering if anyone else had noticed it as well. The last time I was this weight I was two whole sizes bigger than I am now. I am actually smaller than my weight would indicate. I hate to admit it, but I rarely work out, just mainly walk a lot, so I can't really say it is muscle versus fat, since I am much older and whatnot. Does anyone have any insight into this? Don't get me wrong... I am loving it, just a little confused.

I've lost a total of 80 pounds and I'm so proud of myself. I didn't even realize how big my face was until a memory came up on my Facebook feed. 40 pounds away from my ultimate goal weight! "In the end we only regret the chances that we didn't take."

Hi, I am super happy, my surgery date was September 12, so today I am celebrating my first month. My surgery date weight was 257 lb. Today I am 225 lb. A total of 32 pounds in a month. That make me so happy, the last time I was this weight was over 5 years ago. Every thing is way easier for me now, I'm not getting suffocated as I was a month ago, I am feeling wonderful. Thank you for all the support I have been getting from you guys.

I'm moving on to my 4th store looking for sugar free popsicles! It seems they're all sold out! ????????

I am actually feeling a lot better I am officially on my 3rd week post op!!!! I've lost a total of 23lb, which I am beyond excited for. But the last couple of days I've been stuck on the same weight is that okay? I really can't stand Protein shakes so I haven't been getting my 65grams of protein. Does anybody know if that might be the reason to my stall? Sent from my SM-G928T using the BariatricPal App

INFANTS freeze dried yogart bites...OMG they are cheap good and melt in your mouth!! 1/4 cup is a serving size 30 calories 4g sugar 2gm Protein they come in all flavors you can find it anywhere and great to have in your bag...flavors i have seen...Banana, Cherry vanilla, strawberry, Peach, mixed berry etc... OMG love these...so when you cant's stomach anything else...eat these!!!

Hello everyone my surgery was done yesterday and everything came out well thank god .... Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I just arrived in Tijuana and I can't belive I'm going into the hospital in the morning.. I'll update on the other side! Sent from my SM-G870W using the BariatricPal App

Hi guys, in your experience, is it normal that very often I have to vomiting slimmer after I have eaten? I had surgery at the end of May.

2 months out! It's been a real journey my surgery weight was 218 on July 13.Now I'm 179 goal weight is 143 in so happy. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

75 pounds down. Best thing I have ever done!

I was sleeved August 1st of this year. A month into it, I got a sinus infection...and it was all downhill from there. I had a post nasal drip. I could feel the mucus running down my throat all the time. I became nauseous basically 24/7. I couldn't eat or drink. I tried... I just threw up, even Water. Then I just started dry heaving. One day I would feel ok, the next horrible. I didn't go to my doctor for that reason. I'm the type of person that likes to fix things their selves. I don't like nothing people with my problems. I just thought I could handle it myself... Get myself back on track. No such luck. After 3 weeks of basically not eating or hardly drinking....m…

After 4 years of Gastric Bypass the last year I got comfortable and gained 50 pounds . I'm currently 197 pounds and my wait is suppose to be 147 pounds. I became anemic because I was not in taking the right nutrition and Protein. My body does not absorb the Iron or does it take it from the food I eat . I need iron infusion every three months . I feel very uncomfortable with this weight that I have gained . I started to research and decide to eat healthy and intake more Protein shakes and more greens. Start all over again eating small portion resetting my pouch and getting my stomach use to the way it was. It's hard to start all over again but I don't want to be 300 p…

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I'm still in the prep phase of VSG, with a surgery 2/2017. I'm an RN in a hospital and there is no "light duty" for us. So they're saying I'll have to be out of work for 6 weeks... I'm new to this hospital and I don't know if they'll give me the time off... I really don't want something like this to hold me back... Sent from my SM-N930V using the BariatricPal App

Hi - I am new to this site and wanted to introduce myself. I have been overweight since childhood, but after two (amazing and beautiful) kids my weight is the highest it's ever been. I have always been very confident and self-assured and didn't let the weight effect my zest for life, but I now have developed hypertension and with a strong family history of hypertension/heart disease, I recently had my "aha" moment and decided that now is the time. The bottom line is that I want to do everything in my power to live a long and healthy life for myself and for my family. So here we go! I am married and my wife is supportive of my decision to pursue VSG (but she is ne…

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Well Hellooooooooooooooo Lap Band Land! I haven't been her in a while, but, next Wednesday, September 29th I celebrate FIVE years with my lapband! I am holding rock steady in the 130s! My highest weight was 218 and being only 5'1" I was miserable. I waited/contemplated many years about having weight loss surgery! I am so happy that I decided to jump into the unknown! Never in my life would I have dreamed that I would be eating real butter, cheese, and balanced meals. I still say the band is a tool. You have to take care of it, respect it! I eat about half of what I use to before surgery. My choices are better. Actually nurturing my body has become a way of life. Protein…

It has been 12 years this year that I have had my gastro bypass surgery... i was 345 when my journey began ...within one year I went down 174???????? 2 months after found out I was pregnant with twin girls ...3 years after pregnant once again with my Son... those were the best years of my life.. now 2016 my weight 211. My doctor wants me to lose 35 pounds it has been the hardest thing I have had to do... I don't know why ... I have been keeping track of my carbs, Protein , and fats but still I'm plateaued for 2 months already and it's just been the hardest thing any suggestions ... Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App

So today I went to a wedding of a dear friend of mine. First off, I was able to find a awesome dress I could wear that didn't look like a mumu and, I discovered I fit into an 18/20. I've always been 26/28. Next, at the wedding I came across people I haven't seen in years. All kept commenting on how much weight I lost and how great I look in the dress. Let me mention that for the above listed mumu reason, I haven't put a dress on in about 10 years. It was always slacks and a blazer. I felt like a woman today. I felt pretty and playful and even caught myself flirting with people. This all before I've even had surgery. I honestly can't wait till I have my sleeve and be…

hi all! had a really great day yesterday and wanted to share it with you all I LOVE theme parks. one of the things I used to look forward to most each year was going to six flags. I haven't gone in years though because when I was 18, one of the most humiliating things of my fat life happened--I got kicked off 3 different coasters because I was too big for the harnesses. talk about a reality check. so I've been too scared to go back until now. I went yesterday (with my new boyfriend, which is also a cool thing that happened the day before we went) and was so nervous it would happen again, especially in front of him on our first date being "official" without him being s…

Hi guys ! I am so nervous and excited about how my life will change in the next few weeks . This is a great place to not feel like you are talking about the surgery too much I haven't seen where anyone has the surgery outpatient which is what my doctor has planned . I don't get to leave until I walk and pee but pretty much I go home the same day . I also don't have have to do a 2 week pre-op liquid diet , instead he has me doing a 2 week high Protein diet and 2 day liquid diet. Has anyone else had this experience ? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had surgery 8 months ago and have lost 190 pounds now I hit a plateau and nervous because I'm working on it and still not eating a lot and the scale still hasn't moved everyday I take it one day and a time and I'm proud of what I have done so far but I feel like I'm going to fail all the time anyone else felt like this at first? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Feeling better today. First milestone is I was able to walk around the block - mind you I had to wear my ab binder for it but I'll take it. My liquid diet consists of lots of milk and I think this is where I am having gas problems. I had a milk intolerance pre surgery and surgery doesn't seem to have fixed that. NUT thought it would have but no joy. Hang on to those that are going through first week post op. You will have many ups and downs but at the end of the day I'm praying it will all be worth it. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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Hey everyone I'm new, my name is ashley I'm from South Carolina. I just had the sleeve on 10/3, so far so good. But would love to her any advice. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App