Vicki Loichinger

You look stunning.

awesome post, just awesome.

Snow You have done so well. And you speak the truth. This isn't easy. But it does get better every day.

I am just three weeks out and I have no appetite what so ever, Don't feel hungry or too full. Haven't eaten very much, Still drinking several protein shakes a day and lots of liquids.

Merry Christmas

Welcome Nancy glad you found us. There is so much good advice, info and support here. Hope your infection heals quickly and that you feel better and better every day. It will be interesting to see who notices and what they say. Again Welcome and Merry Christmas to you and yours

wishing you the best. Hope if it is a stricture you can get treated very soon. The Holidays make it harder to get into Doc ect.

Looking forward to you story. And like others have said don't over do. glad you feel so good, but don't be shocked if there is a day here and there that you feel like the rug has been pulled out from under you, that happens. but then every day will be better and better.

awesome always great to get moved up instead of back. Wishing you the best these next two days getting ready for Wednesday. Praying all goes very well.

Welcome and I am crossing my fingers toes and even my eyes hoping you get a January early Feb date so you don't have to repeat any of this hoop jumping. Congrats on completing the six month diet and weigh ins. Again Welcome there is a wealth of information and support here and we are so glad you found us.

Wishing you and your family to be well. Get lots of rest and try to concentrate on getting fluids in. There is little else you can do but ride it out. Just try not to get dehydrated. Merry Christmas to you and yous and hope you all feel better very soon.

I really think a couple of days at your Mom's might be a good idea. And then you will feel great getting back into your own home and routine. But let Mom take care of you for a couple of days. I am sure you could manage fine on your own, but why chance it if you don't have to. Espeically with the holidays and everything. Just don't let them wait on you too much you still need to get up and walk around the house and remember to keep getting the liquids in.

Praying for healing and less pain. Thanks for sharing your journey so far. It is not always easy and things do happen and I thank you for letting us know. I also pray for comfort and peace of mind. You are going through a bunch and I wish you the very best. Gentle Hugs

Very interesting. I have not had a problem getting fluids in. And my pee is really clear so i am super happy about that. I was worried pre surgery that hydration would be a real problem and I would be one of those that had to go back to hospital and get iv fluids, but so far I really have been able to drink a lot. Here's to hoping everyone's fingers plump up

I waited about a week and a half before I drove. Only then cause I wasn't taking any pain meds and the trips were very short. I don't work outside the home. But if I did I don't think I would be quite ready to go back yet., I will be three weeks post op Wednesday this week. But gauging how I am doing if I had to go back to a job probably Next week I would feel up to it. I am already doing more and more things around the house. So I think it depends on your job. Making sure that you have a plan for eating and drinking while you are at work and getting your vitamins in. Make a schedule and stick to it so you don't become dehydrated or miss your vitamins. Get your protein in so you will have some energy.

I have had a couple of the foamies when I have drank to big a drink of something. Used to happen a lot while I was banded. So it kinda shocked me just a bit, but then I thought back to being banded and thought it was probably the same thing. Used to call it a productive burp.

That is so very awesome. And i bet you will always remember. Sometimes it is way more than a number on a scale it is things like this that really make you smile and feel good about everything you are doing.

Wishing all a very Merry Christmas and I know we are all going to have a great New Year. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the support and information everyone supplies here. Hugs to All

Congrats All things in God's good timing. Bless you and yours. Praying for a healthy baby and a healthy Momma

Thanks for sharing. I think we all get in similar mindset of is it worth it, will it get better, will I have more energy ect. Thank you for reminding us that it does get better and better and better.

wow that is awesome. Glad you are doing so well.

congrats on the weight loss and Happy Birthday. Welcome to the group. There is a wealth of info and support here. So glad you found us. Sounds like you are really getting a handle on all this post op. Good to hear. Again Welcome.

that does sound good, You will have to try it and give us a review,

So sorry about the Loss of your Grandmother. You are going through a bunch right now, with surgery and grief and trying to navigate the new things you are learning about life after WLS, Praying for comfort and strength. Gentle Hugs to you.

Welcome. Sounds like you are moving right along. The fluids are very important. Very can't stress this enough. Glad you found us. there is a wealth of information here and so much support, you will always find someone to talk to or answer your questions or to tell your concerns too. Again Welcome and I hope each passing day finds you feeling better and better.