FinallyMe

Um, just so you know I am 15 months post-op and I have not ever thrown up since being sleeved. Not once. And that includes post-anthesia nausea...(thank you scope. patch to ward off nausea that my surgeon gives his patients!)
So there you have it. My hubby is sleeved and threw up approx. twice. Both times he was about 6-7 weeks out and was at a restaurant and trying to eyeball his food (vs. mesauring it at home) and it wasn't a big deal.
I have an almost un-natural fear of throwing up. It is the biggest single reason that I didn't pick the band (seems like a LOT of bandsters have medically band-induced bulimia!) No. Thank. You.
So PdxMan is right, not everyone comes on here and says "guess what? Today I didn't throw up!"

Okay, so now that my chins are joining forces and I can wear a decent size clothes without worrying about looking like a humped back whale...MY DANG GONE hair has thinned out so much...and got shorter. What the heck? I have always had lots and lots and lots of long thick hair...not so much now. Also, This has come at the wrong time. I am feeling really insecure about my loss. I lost 66 lbs. That's good. But I have like 100 to go... and my loss has slowed down to a crawl. So, I thought if I did my hair, nails, all my Prisses stuff I love, then I would feel better...but my hair won't do ANYTHING. It is flat and limp. I think it has thinned out quite a bit. No I am starting to have acne too. I feel very down about my looks..and I am Mrs.Prisses, danggit...I know looks aren't everything but when you have been so large, you kind of like to look your best. I feel discouraged for the first time. I am loosing like 2 lbs a week. At that rate it will take a year to get to my goal. Did I mention, I have bad hair now...and acne?
Someone PLEASE post the BOOT CAMP...i need it. Thanks.

Head hunger was an issue for me after surgery - I had only a 2 day preop diet but now I am 2 weeks into my 3 week clear liquid diet so believe me.....I feel your pain! My brain still wants to eat sometimes, but I have zero hunger sensation from my new tummy - its very cool! I have my moments each day and it hasn't been easy, but you can do it!!! Feel free to inbox me with any questions -

Leave in 2 hours for hospital and getting nervous!! Will try to update when able.

That is strange! Seems the band would be almost as large as the pouch. I'm sure it has gotten bigger, but still..

I am having surgery with Garcia on the 10th I am staying at Mariott if anybody wants to have a surgery buddy let me know.

Okay i have been swayed over to Dr. Garcia.. I'm so tired of looking through posts and youtube's and making sure that this is the doctor for me, but i know i will be in good hands.. So May 4th with Dr. Garcia. It can't get here soon enough!!

We may see eachother in passing. I fly out the 10th. I'm seeing Dr Garcia also. I'll give a full report to ya!

good luck....you will do just fine Dr. Garcia is good and he knows his stuff

Sending you positive energy!! You will do great!

Here is wishing you all the best. I know that your journey will be a good and safe one. Keep us posted.......God Bless

IV in and ready to go. Not sure what time surgery is but should be soon.

I'm flying out today for surgery with Dr. Garcia tomorrow. Wish me luck!

I may see you. I have surgery the 6th and leave on the tenth. We see eachother in passing. I'm getting so excited! I know this will be the best decision I've made in my life. I've lost approx 5 lbs on preop so far! That's just getting me even more motivated.

Hey y'all! I'm flying out Easter and having surgery on Monday the 9th. Garcia/Marriott. Steffi :-)

Hi FinallyMe,
I will have sleeve surgery with Dr. Garcia on April 11. So, there's a slight possiblity I may see you. I pray all goes well with your procedure. Safe Travels and good luck as your start the pre-op diet!!! I start mine on Friday. Ugh...

no..his full name is Dr. Fernando Govea Garcia...maybe that is where you might be confused..

Great for you!!! You will not regret it. You deserve it!!

Congrats Girls!! I will be right behind you going to see Dr. Garcia.

I have read several posts concerning surgery with Dr. Fernando Garcia in Tijuana. I had a "lap sleeve gastrectomy" on the 15th of Aug. with Dr. Garcia, and he did an outstanding job for me. The whole experience for me was well above my greatest expectations. Based on my personal experience, I would encourage anyone to see Dr. Garcia. I spoke with other patients while I was in the hospital, and they all related similar experiences. Dr. Garcia was not the only one that impressed me. All of the Drs including Dr. Velazco (Gastro) Dr. Cabreira (Anesth), Dr. Romero (Gastro), all of the nurses, and all of the ancillary staff were incredible. I'm 14 days out and I've lost 26 pounds. I feel better than I have in a long time. My only regret is that I didn't do this last year.

I am supposed to have surgery with Dr. Garcia on May 14, 2012. I am quite excited and nervous at the same time. I am glad to hear good things about him. Please keep us posted on your progress. I am so happy for you and I wish you all the best.

Well i was sleeved february 13th. Have lost 14 lbs since the 13th. Which is great. I have had a few questions since ive gotten home from mexico.
i email dr. Garcia. He responds with in the same hour usually. I couldn't be happier with his care.I doubt he needs any refferences but I feel like
its only right to share my hapiness with others. i have a 8month old, a 2 year old, and a 3year old and im only 2 weeks plus a day post op and i
feel good. I WANT TO THANK YOU DR. GARCIA AND WISH ALL OF YOU TO BE FELLOW SLEEVERS THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!