LaBelle509

If you get messages like that make sure you hit the 'report' button in the PM. Probably Nigerian scammers, or alike.

Jello also counts toward your liquids. I would also suggest sugar free Popsicle they saved my life!!! Ice cubes or crush are also great ways to snick in fluids

At two weeks out, your body is not in the losing stage. Your body is healing at this point. You are still pretty swollen and still holding most of the fluids that you received through the IV. Be patient, once you turn the corner and start eating a little more, the weight loss is going to hit you

I CRIED the day after surgery over a new pizza that Pizza hut came out with lol!!!! I laid in that hospital bed and cried like my mama died...shame....LOL!!!

Ok I think you should asks your.... Oh wait you didn't want to hear that! Hehe!!
I say it's to early and just because it doesn't hurt going down doesn't mean your stomach is healed enough..

One of my main frustrations with my body after I lost all the weight was the way I looked in a T-shirt. Yeah I could get an XL and drape it over my self and hide my tummy but thats no fun. I wasn't an Extra Large person anymore so why should I be doomed to still wear clothes that are too big for me. Im still only 35 days post op from my extended Tummy Tuck and still swollen, but am VERY pleased with the way I look in a T-Shirt now. And get this - Its a MEDIUM! I never thought in a million years I would ever be wearing a medium ANYTHING. Once I pack on a bit of muscle and a 6 pack I will be unstoppable with this shirt on. Watch out ladies. lol
$5,800 + Lots and Lots of Pain = Price for Extended Tummy Tuck. Looking Super in a Superman Medium T-Shirt = Priceless.
P.S.
YES the extended tummy tuck is worth it!

Haha yeah my husband is a comedian as well - he puts his hand on my stomach and says "I know I know but i'm trying to watch the game right now!" Guuuurl he makes me laugh all the time messing with me and my noises!

You are not alone! I went through as well 5 weeks post op, if I was offered a "way out" I would have jumped on it!!! I did my homework pre op and thought I was ready for the waves of emotions that came crashing on me. Today my only regret : I did not do it sooner. Be patient, allow your self time to adjust and heal. Big hugs my dear :wub: !!!!

My husband will say silly things like: hush.... your tummy is talking to me! The gurgling noises from my throat can be pretty loud lol!

I don't burp but I definitely have the gurgling sounds as I type this i'm hearing them because I drank my Protein shake! LOL And i'm 22 months post-op it hasn't gone away yet for me! My husband gets a kick out of the different sounds my throat and stomach make after I eat or drink...I'm use to it now but I hate it when i'm out to eat some place not so loud or we have a potluck or a work luncheon - I barely eat because I don't want people to hear my noises.

Totally normal! I burp less now. Certain food just naturally cause it ( fruits for example). I am almost 10 months post surgery, and I can still hear the funny little squishy (as my daughter described them).

Totally normal! I burp less now. Certain food just naturally cause it ( fruits for example). I am almost 10 months post surgery, and I can still hear the funny little squishy (as my daughter described them).

You are not alone Amy. Hang in there. I'm a new post op too and I've been so exhausted and sad at times it surprised me because I really wanted this surgery. I'm praying my way through my rough days and will pray for you as well.

You are not alone! I went through as well 5 weeks post op, if I was offered a "way out" I would have jumped on it!!! I did my homework pre op and thought I was ready for the waves of emotions that came crashing on me. Today my only regret : I did not do it sooner. Be patient, allow your self time to adjust and heal. Big hugs my dear :wub: !!!!

I'm pretty much experiencing the same thing. A few girlfriends are on super strict diet and one goes to the gym twice a day. She sat quietly while another coworker that has not seen me in a month, started complimenting me on how smaller I looked. When she was asked: can you believe how great she looks? She got up and said: I see her every day, so she looks the same to me and walked away.
I was a little surprised but said nothing. She came back and asked me if I brought my lunch with me, stupid question, to which I replied yes. She then screamed: great see you at lunch sexy!! and gave me a big, awkward, hug!!
She confessed to our other friend what she did. She tried to bring it up a few times. I shut her out every time. But yes surgery did change the dynamic of my friendship with her.

You are welcome. I can not stand the idea of this site not being a safe place for me to express myself. I always try to be gentle and kind to every one in here. I would hate to know I caused someone to feel sad or angry. I am here to support, to be supported, to offer and receive advises. If I read something I don't agree with, I offer my opinion. If I see something I don't like, I move on. Simple.

oh my! Just found out I am pregnant. My finance and I are excited just shocked. This was definitely a surprise!
I have no doubts that I am far enough out and can nourish a baby with out any problems! Any tips suggestions, encouragement would be nice!
This is my first pregnancy ever, I am 29 and am due October 14 2013!
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You have lost in one month about 1/3 of what I lost after surgery....in a whole year!
Now I'm thinking maybe I got scammed.

you look fantastic!!!

I love this website! I have received so much encouragement, support and hope form others. I can sincerely say most of my success so far, has to do with the people on this site. I learned so much from their mistakes, success stories and knowledge. When I am down, they offer me love and the kick in the touche that is needed.
But I also see the ones that will belittle you for asking a question that they deemed you should've have the answer to. Gratefully they are only a few of them! I usually stay away from them.
To all the "senior" sleevers that always take the time to answer every silly, misspelled, stupid question, thank you:)

I can not believe my eyes either!!! WHY IS THIS GUY STILL ON THIS???? and where is Administration?! JaspersGirl posted the conve form Alex after he got word that she was "breaking" the rule. Why is it that he is allowed to relentlessly go after her?!
This back and forth is past rude at this point!!
Why does she have to answer to anyone but administration?! she explained herself to Alex and THAT IS IT!! she does NOT have to explain herself to another soul.
JaspersGirl, you clearly have a very rich, busy, balanced, and happy life. Do not let the ugliness if this tread pull you down any longer. Something is very clear in this situation. You are being pushed around by a CYBER BULLY.
And shame on administration for not putting an end to this!!
We are all adults here(or so I thought) if someone is selling something I WILL DECIDE IF I WANT IT!! I do not need a knight to save me from the evil lord of body wraps, JaspersGirl!!

I can not believe this type of behavior is admitted here. She has the right to like a product. First she get reported because it looked like she was selling the product. That is weird. I read a lot of post about people feeling tired and anemic. My doc placed me on a product and within a week felt great improvement. I could barely wait to post the name, along with a picture, of the Iron supplement. Should I be reported? if you tried it with no improvement, does that make me a fraud?
We are not always going to agree, but we have to respect each other. Our journey is not going to be the same. What works for me, is not going to work for you. But that does not make me wrong or you right.
We are a group of healing addicts. We have society looking at us like weirdos for cutting off a body part just for the sake of losing weight. We share that bound. We should be each others biggest fan and supporters. It makes me sad to read how mean you are to JaspersGirl. Plus as a man, why are being so petty toward a woman?! MAKES NO SENSE!! And I have come across quiet a few of your comments. Always rude, sarcastic and looking for a fight. It's ok... you are among friends....relax, stop being so angry!!!
My cousin had the band and lost 125 lbs. She has been heavy for years. Her skin is fantastic. She swears by some weird potion that she applies to her skin. She gave it to me, and my skin is sagging. Am I to bash her?! NO!
We are all different. Let us congratulate each other in our success and respect our differences But this bullying got to stop.

I can not believe this type of behavior is admitted here. She has the right to like a product. First she get reported because it looked like she was selling the product. That is weird. I read a lot of post about people feeling tired and anemic. My doc placed me on a product and within a week felt great improvement. I could barely wait to post the name, along with a picture, of the Iron supplement. Should I be reported? if you tried it with no improvement, does that make me a fraud?
We are not always going to agree, but we have to respect each other. Our journey is not going to be the same. What works for me, is not going to work for you. But that does not make me wrong or you right.
We are a group of healing addicts. We have society looking at us like weirdos for cutting off a body part just for the sake of losing weight. We share that bound. We should be each others biggest fan and supporters. It makes me sad to read how mean you are to JaspersGirl. Plus as a man, why are being so petty toward a woman?! MAKES NO SENSE!! And I have come across quiet a few of your comments. Always rude, sarcastic and looking for a fight. It's ok... you are among friends....relax, stop being so angry!!!
My cousin had the band and lost 125 lbs. She has been heavy for years. Her skin is fantastic. She swears by some weird potion that she applies to her skin. She gave it to me, and my skin is sagging. Am I to bash her?! NO!
We are all different. Let us congratulate each other in our success and respect our differences But this bullying got to stop.

Just want to say to all of my fellow sleevers & future sleevers -a very Healthy & Happy New Years & I've gotten the best advice & support from all of my new friends. Really appreciated... Lets all have an awesome year!

Thats going to be my plight I fear. I cant stop my severe craving for fried chicken, fried fish, fried porkchops.....right now Id eat a fried napkin.