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Go for it RJ!!! congratulations on your new move to a healthier life!!

You look so stunning in Hot Pink, love your accomplishment and your big smile!!

Did you np mention how to rub, up and down or in a circular motion? It sounds like good advice I might try it too.

Super happy for ya!!

I have a question beside Biotin what supplements did every one use to help with hair loss.

I just mute the food commercials of fast forward through them. They dont bother me so much with out the jingle that goes along with them

That is the worst obgyn I had ever heard of his treatment was demoralizing in every way. And I am so sorry you had to go throught that. I would suggest reporting him to your insurance and him removed as your obgyn physcian. What a terrible bedside manner and abusive man. You go girl for standing up for your rights. Glad to hear you have a wonderful doctor who is helping you on your journey for a baeutiful life.

Be encouraged the time you put into the preop diet and plans will help you adjust with your post op diet. I dont look at what i can not have I look at my list of what i can have and each day i switch it up to make my taste buds happy and surprised. I am amazed everytime how good chicken broth and beef broth taste with just a few Mrs dash seasoning alternatives.

I had my surgery on Friday, walking stay hydrated and make sure to take GasX or I have an Rx of Nexuum which i take at night it really helps. Then set yourself up for small goal of 15 minutes walks around the house it really does help get the bubbles out in fact you will notice relief as you walk.

Run, Run Run.. when a doctors office shows you this kind of treatment after all you have been through I would say it is time to find another practice, get better professional treatment. You are worth all the time and effort you take to change your life you dont need to be subjected to this.

Chanelle, congratulations on your journey!! Wow 58 lbs lost woot woot!! That is really encouraging to hear.

Jenlen your not alone, mine gas has me burping as if i drank a big ole beer.. then i giggle and that hurts too. I think it is normal and the walkiing does help. My hubby wont let me get on my treadmil yet he is afraid i will slip and fall and that is not worth the pain if I should. So I am walking all around my house and outside too it helps. I agree the GasX helps more then you know and when you cna have the family rub your back it helps get rid of the gas too. every back rub goes along way, but at times the pain is really hurts so light rubs help get the gas out. I also take Nexuum once a day and that really help too. But i can only take it at night since i take a tyroid in the am and cant take any gas pain meds until 4 hours later.

Dominick hope you are doing well!!

Well I am 6 days out and doing fine after surgery. So very blessed to be a sleeved sista and be on the road to healthy new me!! My surgery was just 1 1/2 hours the hardest part was I was the 2nd to last patient and no drinking water for over 16 hours was hard. I was in the hospital for two days beleive me that 4am visit from the pain can be a doosy I found out the hard way that sleeping through more then 4 hours means you wake up in pain which is no fun. All the sugestions on what to take really helped too especially the extension cord and my little hot pad!! A must for any one who wants to heal quickly!!

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So excited I see my doctor for pre-op apointment tomorrow and I am excited to see what he has to say about my weight loss. And then trying to calm down the stress bugz that keep trying to pop up.

Well I am glad to say I will be taking my hubby to the pre-surgery meeting with my Dr and then he will be by my side for the few days for my surgery this Friday! He is my rock and brings me this peace that words and the push to get me going when i need it. Funny my surgery is on our 22 yr anniversary of our 1st date.

I had my revision surgery January 2nd ,my surgery was 3 hours , I has bad scar tissue and the band was growing into my stomach , that being said I felt great after surgery a little sore and tired first couple days but that's it not a lot of gas no nausea , I felt much better after this surgery .The Lapband recovery was harder for me . Oh my goodness Nat78 sounds like your body went through alot. So I am understanding you right you did get to have both the lapband removed and the sleeve done in one operation?

Yep I cried when i read this post.. You have raised such a beautiful daughter who love you so much!!

Jhealan- You are very lucky to have your hubby be by your side through out your journey! Teachamy- Wow a hubby that takes care of all your kiddos and gives you peace now that is a Wonderful Man!! MissMac- Yes you have found the perfect Gentleman and friend that is a priceless gift to have in a friend. Magtart- You hubby was with you in spirit and your loving son was, so woot woot! McButterpants- Life couldnt be better when you have a hubby that walks besides you and listen for you too. Jess9395- It takes a smart women to know what she wants and wise women who ask for it and then receives the support at at the perfect time. Superfatty- Girl you crack me up.. Sister and family love is all good. Katesuccess- You just know sometimes to love you have and what you can deal with while your healing. I think pain killers sometimes can lead to saying things ya just shouldnt. So your one smart cookie!! Carlotta1- Your lucky to have family support. SweetJam69- I understand your thoughts 2 1/2 hours away it is smart to have peace and love all around you. RJ- Your hubby is a remarkable Man in every sense of the word!! Lots of love there girlie!! To everyone who responded Thank you all so much, there is so much love out there for us all to do well and this just proves we are all taking the right steps for our health so we can enjoy every day to laugh and love those around us!!

Sure it does!! This is so touching to know you had your loving support with ya through the good the bad and the hospital gowns too.

RJ you hubby is amazing, you should marry that guy!!

Just curious how many people took their hubby with them? My Hospital allows you to have your spouse with you to stay in the room with you and be your support. Now I have arranged for my hubby to be there to help me get moving and encourage me along the way. But getting closer I am kinda wondering if I should do that? Any advise from those that have or thouse that wish they had would be helpful!

I agree with what you said. My father died a week before his 55th bday due to coplications from obesity. So that has been my driving force to get healthy and to embrace life to the fullest. Sure I may have tried every diet road there was before going on this sleeve journey but the option of living a longer and healthier life has always look brighter!

Now that sounds like a great idea! Thanks for sharing!