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I stopped weighing myself. It was rough. I want to weigh myself periodically now but I made a promise to myself not to do it and to only get weighed monthly at my follow up appointments. My fiancé took the scale away and everything. I was discouraging myself since the beginning (I'm about a month out) and I wasn't happy. I took the scale away, I'm following the plan, my dog hasn't been on better shape in his whole life because we're constantly walking, and I can feel the difference in my body, regardless of knowing my weight! My engagement ring almost had to be sized again even though it's hot and humid! So, seriously, stop weighing yourself. It's liberating. Good luck everyone. [emoji1308]

Wish I had your will power, it's almost harder than not eating that delicious unhealthy donut in the breakroom. However, I do think that once you're in the last phase it is important to monitor your progress in case you're going a little off the rails so you can self correct. I think weekly is ideal vs daily. Right now I'm every other day. baby steps right?

My surgery date is 6/28/17. I'd really like to find some other ladies within driving distance who'd be interested in meeting up face to face every month or more? I'm also interested in finding a workout buddy-even if it's though FaceTime! [emoji23] I just need to find some support. I'm personally not ready to tell my family & friends right now, since most of them have not ever struggled with weight. They just can't understand. I REALLY need someone who actually DOES understand. [emoji1374]

I was added to a group on Facebook for a surgeon in Mexico and I saw some post that the surgeon has them take Magnesium Citrate a few days before surgery. Has anyone that didn't go to Mexico, do the same thing? My doctor told me that I need to "stay on top of it" because if we are cleared out, it makes it easier on us after surgery. Less gas and pain. But she didn't really give any suggestions or anything. If you did have to take something, what do you recommend and what was post op like for you? Please do not say "every doctor is different, ask your surgeon." Ugh. I'm asking for everyone's experience. I swear I get dumb responses like that all the time, and I know that. The whole point of this forum, is for support and to learn from others.

Baritastic is a tracking app made just for bariatric patients. I've been using it for a couple months now.

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I mixed my protein powder (I bought vanilla & chocolate powder) with different flavorings & vanilla beans. I also used a couple of tablespoons of sugar free instant pudding. Also used low fat milk instead of water to get the extra protein. Experiment, you will find something you like! I also had family members who tried to discourage me, YOU do what's best for you!

Try different types of water (bottles, tap) and different temperatures (hot, ice). I couldn't do our tap water (we are on well, no chlorine just heavy) but could do bottled water. Some people can only do hot or ice

I hope you're feeling at least a little better now. My hubs had a similar experience with the nausea after surgery. And his first night home he wondered if he'd made the best decision. By his second night home, he was feeling much better. Two months out, his only regret is not doing it sooner. Sending you prayers and wishes for comfort and fast healing!

Hi Lici! I'm in Alpharetta and just had my sleeve done by Dr Hart about 9 days before you! So, I won't have a lot of long-term advice, but I am writing because you are on day 4 right now. Days 2-6 were THE ABSOLUTE WORST for me. I was in so much gas pain, and I was hungry, couldn't eat or drink much, felt like crap and was just completely miserable. I was full of regret, and wanted to cry all the time. I was NOT prepared to feel like that! I had no idea I was going to be so unhappy. It scared me! I am telling you this just in case you also feel bad today. I needed to know I wasn't alone, and that these feelings are all very common. They are! Dr Hart told me that lots of people feel depressed or angry (Hangry, I think) and in a few more weeks I'll feel way better. So, just in case you're feeling bad or lonely, or sad, please know that in just a few days to a week or so, it'll be tons better. I'm still struggling with the lifestyle change, but at least I'm not in any pain or discomfort any more. And I'm less than 2 weeks post-op! I hope things are going great for you! But if not, please know it will get better. That's what everyone keeps telling me, and I believe them! Good luck! Erin