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I'm cooking, and I'm 3 months out today.......so I'll be eating a little bit of everything. And as most people have said, a little is all that will fit anyway. Happy Thanksgiving everyone, enjoy your families and your 'new' you!!

If done laparoscopically, as mine was, my surgeon said I could drive the day I came home from the hospital (2 days post op) as long as I wasn't taking the prescription pain meds. I took the pain meds for 2 days at home, and then drove the next day. So, I drove 5 days post op.

You're welcome, Michelle. And, yes I am so excited. The first few weeks, I wondered what I had done, BUT after that it's been such a blessing, best decision I ever made!! You'll do great!! Karen

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism in Feb of 2009. I gained around 60-70 lbs in a few years and could not take it off and keep it off. And that was above the weight I already had to lose. My thyroid levels are controlled by synthroid since then but the weight just would not come off. I had surgery on 8-21-12, 3 months ago and am now 54 lbs lighter than I was before. I took off 10 lbs prior to surgery, so 44 lbs lost since surgery. I'd say it also was a big concern of mine, wondering if it would make a difference with my weight still having hypothyroidism, and having the surgery. I am SO happy that I followed thru with it, it's life changing. Best of luck to all of you who have thyroid issues!!!

I only lost 10 lbs pre op. That's what my surgeon had asked me to lose. I lost 8 of that doing the 7 day full liquid diet prior to my surgery. And, I even had 4 months from my 1st surgeon visit til I got thru their program before surgery. I wasn't very successful at losing weight prior to surgery as you can tell.

There's a New Year's Day Challenge, I think, and that's only a week later than Christmas. Search for that thread and join in there. Good luck!! I did the Thanksgiving Day one and will be 5 lbs away from the goal I set. But, at least I lost, it's hard to guess with stalls.

Very inspiring, thanx for sharing!! You look fantastic!!

Great pictures!! I started at the same weight, but am 5'5" so my BMI was 41.4. Not sure how tall you are. Thanx for sharing, it's very encouraging for sure!!!

Every surgeon is different, but at 4 weeks out from my surgery I was allowed 'regular' foods again. The first 2 weeks were full liquids, then 2 weeks soft/pureed.

And, just think.....next year you will be able to have some turkey and maybe a bit of stuffing or mashed potatoes, or green bean casserole.... like a spoonful!! You will be full much faster, which is a great thing, but you can still enjoy the holiday!!

You look so happy, very inspiring!! Thanx for sharing!!

You look great!! Thanx for sharing, it's a great motivating story!!

You look awesome!! Thanx for sharing!!

Date of surgery: 8-21-12 Pre weight: 249lbs Today's weight: 199lbs (lost 10lbs prior to surgery...which means 40lbs since surgery) What are you eating/how often/ how much? Fish/Chicken/Lean Hamburger/Vegetables/Fruit 4 X per day 50-60grams of protein a day, but only get like 20 to 30 oz of water in each day. How many calories a day? Now taking in around 750-850 calories per day Are you hungry? Not really Are you working out? I've not worked out in a few weeks, due to needing hip surgery and having a cortisone injection How do you feel physically/ emotionally? Feeling great physically and emotionally!! 50lbs lighter with 67lbs more to lose!!

Congrats, and you said it......PRICELESS!! You look fantastic!!

I've had 4 C-Sections, and the VSG is nothing compared to the C-Sections. Very minimal discomfort is how I'd explain it rather than pain. Walking helped, so walk as much as possible. I was in the hospital 2 days and went home with liquid pain meds but only took it once one night I couldn't get comfortable to sleep. As mentioned above, I too slept in the recliner in the hospital, I was just more comfortable, and when I got home I kept 2 pillows under my head due to the reflux. You'll do fine, I am sure!!

Aww that's a great pic, congratulations!! Thanx for sharing, it's great inspiration!!

Thanx for sharing your story and photos, you look great!! And, a great message, to be happy with ourselves no matter what anyone or any chart says is what it's all about!!

I was allowed at 4 weeks once I was on 'regular food'. All surgeons have their own schedule. I was 2 weeks full liquids, then 2 weeks pureed/soft foods and at 4 weeks was allowed to have a regular diet. I never had a problem with them, and am now 2 1/2 months post op.

Amazing change!! You look great!! Thanx for sharing!!

Drinking a cup of sugar free as I type, I am 10 1/2 weeks post op, but had it at around 7 weeks out. It's chilly in PA as well!!! It's great on a chilly night for sure.

Looking fabulous!! Very inspiring, thanx for sharing with us all!!

I have mine on my profile, just took an updated one a few days ago!

Congrats!! You look great, keep up the great work, and thanx for sharing!!

You look fantastic!! Keep up the awesome work, and thanx for sharing!!