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I think the most important lesson we will learn post-op Sleeve is that this is NOT a magic cure. We will always have to work on keeping our bodies healthy and fit. So, if you need support to get back to where you need to be, I will always be here - as well as there being many others who are willing to lift you back up. We're going to kick some butt in the next few days!

I'm checking in! I've done my early morning workout, already had 36 Oz of water and so far have only had a protein shake. I need to figure out breakfast now... lol

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I think this happens to everyone as they lose weight. Confidence and happiness shines through and attracts more people - not necessarily those of the opposite sex. It can make other like sexes feel more competitive too.

Hey ladies... I'll work it with ya. Tomorrow it is!!

Mine was broiled chicken with fresh green spinach and whole corn. It was delicious!

I agree with the other responses, it would be a really good idea to express your concerns with your Surgeon. I did have a hard time eating for at least the first six months but yours sounds far more extreme. I'm wishing you the best! Please check in and let us know how you're doing.

Hello and welcome!! You have about 3 weeks to prepare for the rest of your life. Read around and ask as many questions as you can think of. Of course the trial runs are nothing like the real thing! All the best to you in the upcoming months.

Hi Britt, I think the first thing you can do is to stop giving your power away. You have to be responsible for yourself. No one is going to take care of you, nor is anyone going to sabotage you - BUT YOU. So if cake is keeping you from your personal best then you DON'T eat that. (As opposed to CAN'T or SHOULDN'T). Perfect example, I just recently gave up Doritos. I've found out they lace it with some chemicals that our bodies become addicted to. Yes, exactly the same way a drug addict chases heroine. Now, I DON'T eat that, because if I do I'm giving my power away. It's okay to tell anyone that you DON'T eat cake, so no thank you. Also, in the mean time try upping your water intake and doing some extra workouts. This journey isn't easy for some of us, and we need to take it more seriously. We need to find the right combination to make it work and KEEP it working. Good luck!

Here's a something that really irks me: When someone states the obvious. "It's hot out here today", when indeed it is hot. That's annoying (to me).

And ex-presidents.

So, are you going to call her? lol

Just be sure to disclose your condition with the Dr. prescribing the medication as well as contacting your Bariatric Surgeon for varification. Good luck!

Thanks for sharing Just a quick thought from me - I saw something on one of my good Friends FB Walls the other day. It simply said: "When I see something to eat I know I shouldn't have, I tell myself 'I DON'T eat that instead of I CAN'T'" It's a positive declaration rather than a negative connotation. I've been doing that and meaning it. It really works.

Take a deep breath! Most likely once you get settled in the medical staff will give you something to calm your nerves. If they don't ask! It's okay to do this and very understandable. Once you take something the time will fly by.

Will do.

Awwww soooo cute!!!!!!!!!

Keeping up with it!! I've recently been getting back to my 100% workouts. Only thing is I need to get back on my strength training. I have not been doing that nearly enough. I like cardio so much more, but I know I need both. I'll do it! Someone got some nice steel toe boots to kick me in arse with?

^^ Yep I have six Cats and one of them does that too. My awesome Hubby makes sure he keeps the boxes cleaned every day or "Romeo" will peepee right in front of the litterbox. It's so annoying! LOL Sometimes I wish it were as easy to potty train puppies as it is to train Kittens. All my cats are rescues as well. Kudos to you Cookeeez (sp? lol) for doing that. We need more folks like you in the world.

This thread is in the Assistance and Suggestions forum. If you're on the Forum page, scroll all the way to the bottom. Let me know if you don't get any assistance soon, I'll see what I can do.

Many blessings and well wishes for a speedy full recovery. Your new life begins today! Take good care of your new tummy and be sure to walk rest and sip as often as you can.

MDefabio, you are a very nice lady! And you look very happy and lovely with you and your Hubby is it? You're doing really great too with your progress!

I have moved this thread into the appropriate section, it is more likely to be addressed by Admin here.

I'm praying for you! As far as how long you should wait, I've heard all kinds of different advice. My personal surgeon suggested no less than 18 Months. 6 Months sounds a lot better if you're trying to get pregnant sooner. As long as you're eating enough nutritionally by then (which I do believe is the only real concern post op for becoming pregnant) per your Dr. it should be okay.

D: I'm sorry to hear about your lil Furbaby! Mine is only 12 Weeks old and is not even allowed to go outside yet per our Veterinarian. Once we are able to do this we will do our best to let her go out. I'm sure she'll do fine, I've already been able to teach her how to sit. She's actually a very smart lil Poopie.