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Good luck tomorrow ladies. Sounds like you guys are all on the right track ... decision made, feel great, freak out, normalize (a bit) go to surgery & start a whole new life. I also freaked out a bit beforehand. But, day of surgery, a whole calm came over me. My surgeon was wonderful and just instilled a sense of confidence in me. Can't wait to hear from you once surgery is done. Congratulations!

Don't know how I missed this post before. Congratulations. You are doing AWESOME! Keep in touch.

Sounds like you are doing great. Keep up the good work!

I don't mean to be rude ... but we've had other's come on here & claim bad experiences only to find that they were fabricated. Can you give us more information on dates, etc? If this really is a true story, I am very sorry for everything you are your mother have and are going through.

Have you thought about planning your meals out for the day? Then, you could incorporate some of those "forbidden" comfort foods in. I know when I put a food off-limits it makes me want it more.

I totally agree with Tiff on this one. Going in well informed and confident in your surgeon is over 1/2 the battle. Has he done DS? If so, those "count" as Sleeves too.

I am sure you will figure out something that will work for you. How exciting!

I normally do the same as Beverly above. If my husband orders something I don't want, I usually can find something on the appetizer menu that either fills me up or leaves me some leftovers for lunch the next day. I'm really into non-breaded wings right now for some reason. Probably because they are (1) Yummy (2) Take a little longer to eat and (3) No one would ever think you were "dieting" eating those. It takes time to figure it all out, but you really can enjoy a restaurant and time out with friends. Glad to have you on the boards. I look forward to hearing about your progress and your journey this time!

It's been said above and I will say it again ... you look awesome. Great job in working your sleeve.

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I didn't have any fresh fruits/veggies until 3 months out per my surgeons/nut recommendations. I probably would have been fine, but for some reason, those type of foods scared me. What does your diet plan say about tomatoes?

That is awesome. Glad to hear that you are doing well.

Congratulations! Glad things went so well for you.

I agree ... heating pads ROCK! post-op. Glad to hear that you are doing well. I grew up in Virginia so I know what you mean about the heat. Sorry you had to go through that.

I will try to answer question by question: I have a question though, all the information my hospital has given me (an information pack) tells me only to expect to lose only 20% of my excess weight. Does this sound correct ?? Not from my personal experience and what others on the board have shown. Doesn't seem possible to only lose that little bit with the little you can eat from the restriction. Seems a very low percentage? I realise that I may never get back to a 'normal' weight again but after reading about different successes on this forum it seems that most lose more than 20% of their excess. Do most surgeons do this or is this hospital I'm going to being very cautious ? Sounds like they are being VERY cautious. Most studies I've read say 50-60% of excess weightloss (and this included stomachs made with 60 boughie). Or could it be to do with the size of the stomach that they leave behind? Yes, I believe so. Also, some surgeons have been known to make goals that are very conservative so that you don't come back and say "You told me that I would ..." Definitely talk to the surgeon and ask him what he expects for your results. Talking averages is just that, an average. I have had my down moments, but when I look back at where I was just 19 weeks ago, it is amazing!!!!

WOW! That seems like really dense food for this early out. What does your surgeon/nut say? How much food and cake did you eat? One bite or a "normal" serving?

Glad to hear that your doctor was so proactive and got you the medical attention that you needed. As far as the weight, please don't let it get to you. I'm sure they pumped you full of so many fluids that your body just isn't sure what to do with it all. You will start loosing weight soon. Right now, just focus on getting better.

Hot was definitely my preference in the beginning. The warmth seemed to soothe my healing tummy. Enjoy your tea!

For the first time in my life, I am so glad to have someone tell me "I told you so"! :scared0:

Congratulations!!!! Doesn't it feel great to finally win the battle of the bulge???

Yep! I've got a good one for sure. Plus, I think he wanted to show off my um, how should I say this ... "assets". :thumbup:

Yeah! Enjoy the journey. Glad to have you on the Loser's Side.

Thanks for your responses everyone. I think my moment of panicking has passed. You guys are great!

For now, I wouldn't worry about the carbs ... your doctor gave you the products so I would assume they are ok for his plan. What were your instructions for nutrition?

Thanks ... this has been such a journey - weird, wacky, wonderful, WOW!