robin33

I was sleeved on 6/29/12 and stalled in weeks 2, 3, & 4. Then the weight started coming off. As long as I get my protein and fluids I lose the weight. I have only stalled one other week and that was last week when I had my monthly TOM. Then got on the scales and had went down 3 lbs in one day. It will happen. Your body has been through a lot and is in shock!

Awesome loss! I wish I was losing that fast. But I will take what I can get. I am from Amory, MS and went to a seminar with Dr. Pinson. However, my insurance would pay 100% plus give me money back if I went to Costa Rica or India to have it done. I chose Costa Rica and am so proud I did. I'm down 40 lbs since my preop diet started. Very happy. Nice to see a fellow Mississippian.

Suzi, I don't remember getting a friend request from you. Try again.

Thank u to ur family for ur husbands service and ur family's sacrifice. Please stick around here and we wi all b here for u. This is a great group of people and u will find lots of support. Think how great u will look when ur hubby returns home. Sent from my iPhone using VST

I don't believe it is. Sent from my iPhone using VST

First day home (day 9) i chewed up my Bariatric Advantage Vitamin and swallowed and my stomach started doing all kinds of things!!!! It was 1 week before I got the courage up to try that again so i bit off a little and swallowed then drank some Water..ok..another bite....then yuk, same sensation with my stomach. Currently, I don't know what I'm going to do about Vitamins. Anyone have suggestions?

my surgeon had me wear the support stockings until after my flight home at 8 days post op. I did wear flip flops with them because the toes were open in the stockings. As soon as I touched down in Memphis and got in my son's car...those hose came off! I hated them but also know they are necessary.

My advice is to take as little as possible in ur carry in. Sent from my iPhone using VST

My husband and I just flew united to costs rica for my surgery. They had on demand direct tv for 7.99 for flights longer than 3 hours. We did not have to open the laptop just take it out of our carry on to scan. Had to take off shoes etc to go through security. The limitations above are for carry on. The bottles of shampoo and stuff are fine in your checked baggage. Please be prepared for your trip back with some Protein powder u can mix with Water. I could not stomach what I took and airplanes and airports r not friendly to recent bariatric patients. My husband walked all over Houston airport to find me chicken noodle Soup so I could sip the broth. I was 8 days out for my ride home. After 4 hours from costa rica to Houston and 3 hr layover then 1.5 hours to Memphis and going through customs and immigration I was exhausted and blacked out. I have never felt so bad in my life. Hope some of this helps u. Sent from my iPhone using VST

I was 10 days post op and I can tell you I had absolutely no energy. Came back on Monday and it was Thursday before I made it all day. I had a pillow in my chair for a couple of days because of back pain (don't know what was up with that ). Good luck to you!

Yes, it is a private (secret) group. No one can see anything you post in it unless they are a member.

Got sleeved on the 29th. No pain meds today. Just walking and sipping trying to get my liquids in. Just gas right now but it's bearable. Hate these compression socks. How long did y'all wear them? I have to wear until my post op check on thurs with my dr. This is beautiful country in costa rica mountains for my recovery

Awesome! Glad everything went well.

Gosh, we have a long list next week....But guess what? I'm finally on that list! Yeah! Anyways since I am going to so busy next week with work and packing, wanted to wish all next week sleevers best of luck and I'll be praying for you daily! This week wraps up our June sleevers and we'll all be on the loser bench! I cannot wait. June 25, 2012 Looking Ahead Ready Rudy Artichokes -- Dr. Lautz Brigham & Women’s in Boston Jubjub07 -- Dr. Aceves anais02 -- Dr. Garcia Skane10 -- Dr. Garcia Janedeaux3 Lose4good2012 -- Dr. Billy (may use spider surgical tool) aled carolinagirlz 136HereICome- Lawerance hospital in NY ChristianMomma7 CRichard1107 SMP1126 Mariec1 June 26, 2012 locoladi Trista1975 -- Dr. Almanza-reyes, Mexico JTmoas s.ledbetter17 -- Dr. Edwards and Lane – mcg. Nardelkn cherryseven chuckles -- Dr. Keith Gersin Misslorlor MsPerry 1920-Zeta tumblersmom glocks90 suzilouise rudekitty ShrinkingBellyKelly June 27, 2012 herewegoagain Edward Mun -revision GivingItMyAll pkehrer mcsleevy - Dr. Sherman Yu in Houston, Tx Joyce Ellis-joy686 - revision MoreganK Praldous - Saranac lake NY Dr.Hill Carlashooter- Aworkinprogress - spider single incision with Dr. Robert Marema Ris26 June 28, 2012 kkm23 -- Dallas Iwannabslim -- Dr. Jaime Ponce – sleeve revision Sleevertobe Mina05pit - Philadephia, PA Apricot111 ready4change79 June 29, 2012 EileenFrances -- Dr. Subhash Kini Robin33 -- Costa Rica tonibugg -- Dr. Rod Juarez SunnyCox - Dr. Kelly in Mexico TinaP - Dr Rodriguez June 30, 2012 lil lee -- Dr. Aceves in Mexicali Mrslittle -- Dr. Alvarez

you can friend me at www.facebook.com/robin.c.benson and I will add you to the group.

I was a huge diet coke fan for years. When I made up my mind to do this and found out I could not have anymore i almost freaked. But I gave them up about a month ago and I feel great. After I got all the caffeine out of my body I am a new person. Give um up. U will thank yourself.