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Thank you! That's very helpful. I'm going to have to find some good samples. I'm currently liking the premier Protein shakes from costco, but I have talked to a few people who couldn't stand them after surgery. We'll see...

This is a fantastic thread!
What are some things to have at home after surgery? My husband is already asking me what I am going to need and I'm not sure what to tell him.

This is a fantastic thread!
What are some things to have at home after surgery? My husband is already asking me what I am going to need and I'm not sure what to tell him.

Thank you! That's very helpful. I'm going to have to find some good samples. I'm currently liking the premier Protein shakes from costco, but I have talked to a few people who couldn't stand them after surgery. We'll see...

I was just looking on unjury's website and they have a great starter pack for $17.95. You get 2 packets of each flavor (chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, chicken Soup, and unflavored), along with a shaker and a thermometer. Looks like a good deal to me.
Also, BJ's Bariatrics (www.bjsbariatrics.com) has the Syntrax nectar Sample Pack for $14.95 and you can choose which flavors that you want. Alot of the other websites that have the sample pack send you one of each flavor or don't give you a choice of flavors.

First off, congratulations on your 120 lb. weight loss!!
Though I haven't had surgery yet, I have experienced crossover addictions in the past with other large amounts of weight loss, so I can definitely relate. I'm so sorry to hear that you are experiencing horrible depression and anxiety and that your medications are not providing any relief. Have you talked to a psychiatrist about other possible medications? I know that there are a lot of different options out there and that it can take a long time to find the one that works the best for you. Also, participating in 1:1 talk therapy can be useful as well to help figure out the root cause of your depression and anxiety.
I agree with Tijuana that maybe AA could be helpful to provide you with another outlet to discuss things in your life and to find other outlets for stress relief.
I know you're beating yourself up about going off the wagon, but on the positive side you haven't gained any weight back which means that you can pick things up and continue losing. Maybe you could write down some positive things about yourself and otherwise surround yourself with support.
Good luck and if you ever need to talk, I am always willing to listen

Thank you! That's very helpful. I'm going to have to find some good samples. I'm currently liking the premier Protein shakes from costco, but I have talked to a few people who couldn't stand them after surgery. We'll see...

I just found it and posted, hopefully it's helpful to hear from people who started at a really high weight!

My highest weight was 444 and I opted for the sleeve because I knew there was always an option to go to the RNY or the DS at a later time if I wasn't very successful. However, now that I'm 144 pounds down in 8 months of being sleeved, I don't think that will be necessary. I've lost almost half of my excess body weight! I feel so much better!
My surgeon highly recommended the sleeve for me. He said that he thought I would be very successful and that it was a much safer procedure. If I were you I would continue talking to the surgeon and make your decision based upon what he tells you. Good luck!

I just found it and posted, hopefully it's helpful to hear from people who started at a really high weight!

I started at 444 and am now 301. I got my sleeve on May 19, 2011, it was hands down the best decision I ever made!

Diva - I completely agree! I thought I would be sad that my friend basically dropped me but looking back at her behavior over the past few years she wasn't a friend to begin with. It's all about her all the time and I simply don't have the time, energy, or desire to deal with that bs! I need to focus on me and making me healthy! I have really learned who my true friends are through this process. Very eye opening!

Here are some before and "after" pics. I put after in quotes since I'm still losing. I was shocked to look at these two pics side by side today and thought it could be motivating.
The first picture was taken in April 2011, one month prior to surgery. I weighed 414 pounds in the first photo and was wearing size 32 pants. The second picture was taken today, I weigh 301 pounds and am wearing size 24 jeans.

Here are some before and "after" pics. I put after in quotes since I'm still losing. I was shocked to look at these two pics side by side today and thought it could be motivating.
The first picture was taken in April 2011, one month prior to surgery. I weighed 414 pounds in the first photo and was wearing size 32 pants. The second picture was taken today, I weigh 301 pounds and am wearing size 24 jeans.

AMAZING! Congratulations

yeah...no liquid calories here, my daily calories are too precious to waste drinking pure sugar. I only drink diet soda and carbonated flavored water.< /p>

I started at 444 pounds and have lost 141 pounds since my surgery in May 2011. I still have about another 140 to 150 to lose. I'm all for having a buddy!
Congrats on your 60 pounds by the way! If you haven't already start taking pictures of yourself monthly from all angles, you'll start to see a difference...trust me!!!!! I take mine standing in front of a door so that I have a point of reference.

As of this morning I have lost 100 pounds since my surgery date!!! 140 pounds since I started the entire process. Only 4 pounds to go until I'm officially out of the 300s forever!!!!!!
It's been a while since I've posted on here, but I want to thank everyone for being supportive and positive. Having this as a support has been amazing!

As of this morning I have lost 100 pounds since my surgery date!!! 140 pounds since I started the entire process. Only 4 pounds to go until I'm officially out of the 300s forever!!!!!!
It's been a while since I've posted on here, but I want to thank everyone for being supportive and positive. Having this as a support has been amazing!

I started at 444 and lost 40 pounds prior to surgery. I had surgery in May have lost 121 so far and am thrilled with my progress. I would do it again in a heartbeat!

Potatoes are high in potassium and 170 calories seems great to me!

Anorexia and Bulimia are life threatening. I hope that you are looking into psychological and medical treatment for this. Good luck!

Here's my list:
1) To be healthy enough to have babies!
2) Not having to shop in plus size stores.
3) No back/knee/foot pain
4) No seatbelt extender on airplanes
5) Being able to ride on a rollercoaster
6) Not always having to ask for a table instead of a booth.
7) Having room between the steering wheel and my stomach
8) Not worrying about being able to buckle the seatbelt in a small car
9) Being able to cross my legs
10) Being able to touch my toes
11) Having more fun in the bedroom!
12) Running a 5K
13) No more cpap!
14) Wearing a bathing suit without a stupid skirt.
15) Never hearing another weight related comment from a stranger again!

Welcome!!

The pre-op diet is hard today! 12 days till surgery day and today is the first day I've felt deprived with my full liquid diet. I think it's because it's the weekend and this is typically when my hubby and I go out to eat. I'm also getting bored of Soup and sweet shakes. I just keep telling myself, this too shall pass.