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I'm about 2.5 months post op. Protein and VITAMINS are very important! I get tired out of no where some days- but since switching my vitamins last week I feel.... just better some how. Should be interesting to see how I handle yet another week as a manager and a full time student... But you will love your sleeve! It is totally worth it!

I jus had white chicken chili for the first time over the weekend. On a spur of the moment I decided to see what the soup of the day was at the grocery store and that's what they had. It was so yummy!!

Right now my nutritionist has me eating 2 servings of fruit a day. I am 11 weeks post op tomorrow. I met with her last week and after talking about my energy levels she suggested doing the 2 servings a day as the carbs from the fruit should help with energy. She said to make sure I have in those two servings of fruit BEFORE reaching for a vegetable. I admit, I'm not perfect and sometimes it's hard to get in all the protein and fruit- but I'm going to ask her if 100% fruit juice with no added sugars can count... That way it helps up my fluid intake as well.

I have struggled with fluids since my surgery 12/5/11. I've tried EVERYTHING to get in more fluids. Low calorie gateraid helped, but once I discovered Propel it's been a cake walk! I don't know what it is about Propel but I find it so easy to drink! I like the flavors and can drink it ice cold or room temperature.

I'm not sure we should have a calorie goal as we lose. My nutritionis and surgeon both won't give me an answer when I've asked them. They just tell me that I should focus on getting in all of my protein and fluids and the rest we will worry about once I've lost all the weight. *shrugs*

I love how since surgery I eat so well! Never before would I have reached for fruit salad over tortilla chips! We're on one amazing journey! Thank you for sharing this with us. YAY you for being so strong still!

I can't/won't suggest doing things without your doctor knowing- but any doctor worth a flip will know as you lose weight things will change. As I work more with the insurances I don't know much of the different between the lab studies and the home studies- sorry! I can ask one of my RTs this week and get back to you guys. I've never heard of that type of CPAP. Ask me anyhing you want to know about a Respironics, ResMed or FisherPaykel cpap and I'm a fountain of knowledge. I would let your doctor know that you adjusted the cpap and it is running at a lower setting throughout the night and see what he suggests.

I had my surgery 12/5/11. Message me if you like and I can send you a text. I'd be happy to do so.

Also, I know tha Oxford insurance is pretty much stopping sleep studies done in the labs. There are now machines that can do the sleep studies at home in the comfort of your own bed with no creepy cameras on you all night long. For some of you that may be a better alternative to going into a lab for a night or two.

Girl, I feel you! Only mine is more with mood swings! I feel like I have been SO nasty!

Hi there- thought I'd chime in although I have never personally used a CPAP. However, I work for a DME company that supplies them. If at any time you feel the pressure is too strong you should call your physician. Our doctors frequently order for patients a two week loaner of an auto cpap. This machine does no have one fixed setting, but a range of settings and it will automatically adjust itself to what corrects your apnea. After two weeks we pick the machine up, do a download from the smartcard and fax the doctor the report. He is able to look at the report and see what pressure you were most often at and able to adjust your current machine accordingly. OR, if you have had your machine for awhile and your insurance will cover a new one- maybe the doctor should just order and auto machine for you to keep?

I can tell you at only 10 weeks out this is the best decision I've ever made for myself. In those 10 weeks I've lost 50 pounds and I KNOW it will not be back! We've all been where you are at facing this daunting decision. Make sure you are ready and don't le anyone else talk you into it.

Mmm. Can't wait to do this!

Chin up ladies! You already made it through the scariest part! Just take it easy and focus on healing for now. The pounds start running away very soon!

Morning all, I hope you are all off to a fabulous Monday! Too bad for me- I'm getting a chest cold. This will be my first post-op illness andd it's just in the beginning stages, but I want to be prepared. Post-op illness any different then pre-op? What medications (over the counter) have you taken since surgery to help? So far I'm just feeling achy and post nasal drip into my chest. I turn into a really big baby when I'm sick and I'm just trying to be prepared. Apologies if this is all in a thread found elsewhere- I honestly don't have the time to look for it right now. Thanks! D

As someone who deals with insurance companies and precert everyday... I know that what you are told is not promise of payment. I would probably ask your cooridinator at the doctor submit everything anyway and get something in writing say it doesn't require precert. I also know that should they deny the claim your surgeons office will end up telling you that it was your job to know your policy. Chances are it doesn't require precert if two people have already been told that, but it can't hurt to get it in writing! Good luck and congrats!

I loved the Fuzzy Navel. I also bought the sample pack. I still have a few flavors left to try. Wish I had remembered them before I made my walmart brand sahke this morning! I like that the Nectar can be mixed with water. My NUT has me mixing the other shakes with milk.

I try hard not to complain but lately I'm so exhuasted. I'm sure the reduced caloric intake plays a part- but the fact is I'm just down right busy in my life as a college student, sister, daughter, aunt, office manager and I may have started *dating* again!! Light dating... But that's for another post.. My question is- now that Red Bull and Monster Energy and even coffee is out of the question- what do you guys do when you need a little extra boost? I take my Vitamins including B12... I get in a decent amount of calories from food even... But it's not enough.. HELP!?!?!??!?!?!?

This community is a blessing! During my pre-op phase I was on here multiple times a day. And I know you say you wish you had someone to go through this with- but it doesn't really help with all of those feelings. I did this with my cousin- same day in the hospital and all- and sometimes throughout the process I felt alone all the time. Sometimes when I'm looking at the mirror at how my body jiggles in ways it never did before- I feel miserably alone. But it is so worth it and I can not begin to put into words what a miracle this has all been for me. Good luck to you- and we're all here for you!

Hi ATeam, sometimes I feel the same way. Should I be able to eat this much at 8 weeks out? My cousin had bypass the same day as I had my VSG and she is not able to eat any where near what I'm able to eat. I'm still losing weight at a nice pace so I'm not overly worried about it, but I worry if I can eat this much now- how much will I be able to eat in the future?

Yay!

I was sleeved 12/5/11 and haven't thrown up once, not even in the hospital. I have slimed twice, but that was because I was being silly and not following the rules of no drinking with meals mostly. Tomorrow will be 8 weeks and I am down 55 pounds! If you are still regretting your decision- you won't be for long!

That was so fun to play with. Thanks for sharing!

I haven't yet. I've thought about it but I'm waiting to see how much hair starts falling out around the three month mark like everyone says it will. I may decide to cut it off then. My hair is curly now I'd hate to see what it would do shorter! Pictures girl!! Pictures!!!

I had to leave mine alone for the first two weeks. After my two week check up the surgeon told me it was fine to go ahead and start putting Vitamin e on them. I had to wait a month before I was allowed to take a bubble bath which was torture for me! They will get itchy- but be strong and avoid the temptation to scratch because it will just delay the healing. Good luck!