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My surgery was 2/20/12. I know it sounds really early but it was my doctor who told me that it was ok to enjoy a "little" frozen yogurt week 2.

Hello everyone, I know this story may seem so silly to some, but it was quite a moment for me. Last night my husband and I went out for my very first "outing" treat; frozen yogurt. When we arrived I grabbed a small bowel, this alone is major because I have NEVER grabbed a small anything before, even in my mind it felt wrong, I filled it about 3/4 of the way and my messed up mind was thinking, "this does not look like enough", I ate about 5 small spoonfuls AND.......... I was so full!!!!!!!!!!!!! I really could not believe it! Never in my life have I ever been able to not finish a meal, a dessesrt, a drink, or anything! I was actually full and it was such a major moment for me. I actually broke down and cried about it. I didn't cry because I couldn't eat it, I cried because of so many times I wished that the time would come where I could actually push food away without eating it all, and I did it 40 years later. It was such a moment for me, thank you for letting mr share it with you.

Yay Allie!!!!

Wow!!! You are absolutely adorable! I loved your before and after video, it really motivated me and makes me super excited to begin my journey. I had surgery on 2/20/12 and have lost 13lbs so far. I'm so proud for you and am so glad you are a part of this forum.

Hi everyone, I had my surgery on Monday 2/20/12 and today I am 13 lbs down. 10 lbs of that is losing all the fluid after surgery, but I'll take it ; ). Today I feel great, no pain, no nausea, no discomfort. I think I'm going to go do my walking on the beach today! I am having a very hard time getting all my fluids in but I know it will come. I feel so lucky to have you and this forum. To be able to talk to people who know EXACTLY what you're going through is priceless. I will check in again week two!

After you Psych eval things can move pretty quick, especially if you tell your surgeon you want to fast track this. The longest part is getting the clearance from insurance, then the eval, and your 2 week protein diet if you should have to do one. Good luck to you : )

Wow I cant believe the variations in the guidelines between doctors. I was told to start the protien drinks 3 days after surgery, plus drink the water. Getting that much water in has been extremely difficult. I am having a lot of trouble with that.

I'm so proud for you!!! And thank you for responding to my first post.

Thank you guys so much!!!! My husband took the scale out of the bathroom and will return it next week ...lol.

Hi everyone, I love reading all about your journeys and experiences. I went into surgery Monday morning at 9, my weight was 309. I did this surgery at a day surgery center and was released home at 4 PM. Dr. Tersigni was my surgeon. I went home with a JP drain and SL. On the day of the surgery I received 3 liters of fluid, Tuesday I returned to the clinic and received 2 more liters of fluid for some much needed rehydration, I also was able to get my IV and JP taken out. Wednesday I went in for a quick check up with the surgeon and a "weigh in", because of all the fluids my weight was 319. I have been doing really well, walking every 1-2 hours, drinking about 2 ounces of my protein drink each hour. I am tolerating the sugar free popsicles or bites of banana baby food very well. Today (2/24/12) I weigh 311. I feel a little discouraged about the weight because I weigh more today then the day of the surgery but I'm sure the scale will soon show me some progress. I will keep you all informed of my progress. I would love to hear if any of you share my surgery date and if you are having any struggles or concerns.