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NO NO NO!!! You don't get to put "breasts" on the title then tell us to get our minds out of the gutter! (buzzer noise) You put it there!! We were expecting to see your breasts! hahahaa (ok, not really) 1/2 of a big one or mostly all of a small one. chicken breast that is.

Hey there! Well, first of all, how much you lose in the first month or so depends on what you have to lose. If you weigh 400 lbs, you may lose 50 that first month. If you have 80 lbs to lose, you might only lose 15 or 20. It's hard to say. Your diligence will play a part in that of course. Question 2- It absolutely has to be whatever your surgeon tells you to do. They are all a little different, but you must follow his directions TO THE LETTER for your own safety. Question 3- No problem. I drove home from Dallas to Albuquerque a week later. I had some help, but did most of the driving. Ask away.....

I would look at statistics on success rates with bigger sleeves vs standard sizes. No need to go through with it if it will ultimately not be a help to you. Just something to think about and discuss with your doc. Personally- I eat too fast, and "get away" with it. I've tried and tried to slow down, but I pretty much eat at the normal speed. I can drink 8 oz of liquid in just a few minutes. Everyone has a different experience, but mine has been flawless and problem-free. It did not take me long to "eat normally" again. Just smaller and healthier. My appetite has returned to some extent and some various cravings for carbs and sugars. It is a constant battle, but I know if I had more stomach, I'd be filling it. Just sayin'..... So, there's that....

Or next week for that matter!

BACK AWAAAAYYYY FROM THE SCALE!! Nothing to see here, move along. Don't even THINK about weighing your self this week!!!

If you've been cleared to eat blended foods- put a can of soup in the blender, or make some egg salad and push it through the blender, tuna salad blended. (Fat Free mayo) Those are some things I did. And DO blend it no matter how soft you think it is. Do not rely on your perceived supernatural ability to chew well enough. LOL You can add some beef gravy to the mashed potatoes for good flavor.

SOLD!

This swimsuit is from "Swimsuits Just For Us" and was originally $84.00. It has only been worn a few times and is a VERY good suit-Size 30w. It is very flattering to the large frame! I would just like to give it a good home for $25 plus shipping (depending on where you live). PM me if you are interested in this. --Danielle

Gosh, I don't know. I've not eaten a bite that didn't agree with me. Not the food, per se.... HOWEVER....if you eat too much, too fast and/or too fatty....you will feel like you're going to barf and get kinda weak and sweaty...just a weird feeling. Then you will get the runs within minutes. What bypass patients call "dumping." It's supposed to be different than what they get, but it is very similar.

(a tear falls.....**sniff**) <<wild applause with standing "O">>

I think you all need a nap! You're goofy!! :lol:

Way to go!!! AWESOME!!!

I could see that it was a danger during pre op liquids and the first few weeks post op. After all- liquid in, liquid out, right?? After that. Not a problem.

I was actually enjoying that as it was a deterrent for me. It does, however come back. Anethesia has that effect for a while as well as ketosis. I was happy that chocolate tasted weird to me. Now it tastes as glorious as ever. I don't know whether to be happy about that or not!

Bumping it back up....

WOOHOO!!! Congrats!!! Lord willing, that will all be a distant memory soon and you'll be shrinking away!! I stayed two nights because I payed cash and I wanted my money's worth!! LOL

NEVER tell yourself you took the easy way out. You were smart and realized that this was the best thing for your health to KEEP the weight off. Sure, we've ALL gained and lost hundreds of pounds only to put it alllll back on and more. You're still doing the same hard work you'd be doing without surgery. It's just going to STICK this time, right?? Great job!

Woo Hoo!! Isn't life great with 100 less pounds??? Great job!! Can't wait for the pics!