bethany1987

I'm 2 weeks post op and am feeling hungry a lot now. I know it's not head hunger. Then when I start to eat I hardly can take more than 3 bites. Is this normal at this stage? Sent from my iPhone using VST

I'm 2 weeks post op today so being tired has been a bit of an issue for me. I started drinking gatorade in the morning and that's helped but I forgot it this morning and the weather here is so dark and muggy I felt like I needed a nap! But I just had a half cup of coffee and that helped me out a lot! I'm not normally a coffee drinker so just a little bit goes a long way for me! Sent from my iPhone using VST

Sipping on some coffee as we speak thanks for the help Sent from my iPhone using VST

How long after surgery until can you start having caffeine again? I'm seriously struggling to stay awake at work today! Sent from my iPhone using VST

I've noticed this too!!! Except my friend kept looking at me with every small bite I took and asking if I was okay afterwards. I guess I'm still making the "what is my sleeve saying to me" face. Lol it was a but unnerving. Sent from my iPhone using VST

For me I have 4 very small incisions and then one 2 inch incision above my belly button. They pull it out through the big incision. Sent from my iPhone using VST

Omg I only posted hoping maybe people would think about the way they could be perceived when replying to someone who came to this forum for support. And obviously I am aware it is a life style change. My guess is the OP is aware of that also. If you were to read his post he said the comment as a joke and that's that. Not exactly sure why making a joke would cause people to tell him to rethink HIS journey. Sent from my iPhone using VST

I would just like to say that the way a few of you responded to him was really rude. If I were him I wouldn't come back to this forum after that. He was making a joke....I think that's allowed here. Anyways...good luck on your journey and I'm really glad you you've made the decision to change your life for you and your kids! That's awesome!! Sent from my iPhone using VST

I would ask what kind of pre op and post op diet he wants you on. Also, if you'll stay overnight at the hospital. And just make sure he describes the procedure in full. best of luck! Sent from my iPhone using VST

Good job!!! that sounds like so much fun! Sent from my iPhone using VST

Those Protein shots are expensive! $3 a peice! I'm just thinking if I'm drinking something once or twice a day that adds up! and maybe I'm a little frugal lol Sent from my iPhone using VST

I'm only a week out but so far I've had all positive things to say about this! There are a few things that have made me go.."hmmm?? What's going on here" but never a negative thought. It's been easier than I expected and I can't wait to start really shedding the weight! Sent from my iPhone using VST

The link worked for me :] Sent from my iPhone using VST

What are the brands y'all are using for the Protein shots? Is it something to buy online or do certain stores carry it? I'm so sick of protein shakes!!! The brand I have tastes amazing, but I only like it with milk and milk is just so filling I can't stand it. Sent from my iPhone using VST

CONGRATS!!!!

I've had my lips plumped several times before using restylane. I loved it! It lasts between 6-12 months. And unlike fat transfer and stuff like that, it's a slight change so it doesn't look like that fake duck lip thing! It just adds a bit of volume. BUT--fair warning-- it hurts bad!!! They'll numb your lips but it still hurts so bad!! But it's worth it I worked at a dermatologist office so I got mine for free, but we charged $650 for a syringe of restylane and one syringe is more than enough. What I always did was have her inject half and then refrigerate the rest. Then I'd go home and wait for swelling to go down and decide if I wanted more and where I wanted it. Then go back the next day or two and have her inject the rest. You get so swollen when you do it that it's hard to see the actual results for a few hours. Hope this helps :]

Do you live in Mexico? There's really no reason to make a trip to Mexico for Botox. A good price for Botox ranges from $10-13 a unit which depending on the area I would be prepared to spend about $259/area.

Good luck to everyone having surgery tomorrow!! I'm sending up a prayer for y'all! You'll all do great!

I'm 5 days out and feeling great! Still having trouble drinking enough---I just have no urge to put anything in my stomach. I know I need to work on that! I'm taking lots of naps and enjoying having this week off work. But I've been able to go out walking and run errands and all that good stuff I'm defineatly feeling better than I thought I would!

Yay!!! I'm so excited for you!

I was 03/22 also!! So glad to hear everyone is doing good! Ive had no serious issues yet. How are y'all doing on getting all your water and protein? Also, is any one having trouble knowing when their sleeve is "full"?