Blondiee

Indeed!

I would keep it shoulder length while the new hair grows in with layers for movement but, I've always been partial to medium/long hair. I got a pixie cut in my 20's and I vowed no short hair EVER again. I just feel more feminine and lady like with longer hair.

Not at goal yet but, my hips, thighs and butt are still there...just smaller.

*Raises hand* Present!

*Raises hand* Present!

My theme music is much to ratchet to share. lol

Don't be scared Meamo. *big hug* Contact your doctor and an OB/GYN. They will help guide you through your pregnancy to ensure that you and you little one are eating enough and remain healthy.
Congratulations!!!

You look beautiful!!
Your legs and calves look so toned and muscular!!

Meamo, don't be scared. Breathe. It has been done before. My OBGYN (yes, OBGYN!), got pregnant just 4 months after having gastric by-pass surgery. That was the healthiest of her three pregnancies, her baby girl is now 4 years old and healthy, and she looks more beautiful and fit than ever. You will have to be extra careful and diligent about your Vitamin intake, Calcium, etc. and stay in close contact with your doctors. Here is her story: http://www.endtheweight.com/bariatrics/shieva.htm
On a side note, congratulations!! Is this your first?

No worries like everyone said contact the experts -- someone on my fb Bariatric support page is 30 weeks out and 31 weeks pregnant -- her and baby are doing just fine!!!

Just because you can doesn't mean you should.

Congratulations!!!

My theme music is much to ratchet to share. lol

Hey guys 7months 1 week post op and 100 pounds gone wow excited
20 more to go

I had this happen to me. It was reflux. I had it before surgery pretty bad.
But after surgery, I wad told not to eat 2 hours before bed, or else this will happen. It did happen to me. Definitely not fun.
Edited to add this...my nurse said the time of day doesn't matter for the prilosec. Just pick a time and stick with it. She said the middle of the night choking on the ish is reflux because of eating too closely to bedtime. Try timing food and bedtime at least 2 hours apart and see if that resolves your issue. I did it and it hasn't happened since.

It's rough isn't it? I usually do a cardigan-- like today I'm wearing a Gap dress (I can't tell you how excited I was about that!) and a cardigan. However i found this website http://www.eshakti.com/ where you can get the dresses custom for you! They will add sleeves or length etc. I've gotten 2 dresses from there and have been pretty happy. Good luck!

It takes your body from flab to fab! Loving my transformation! Can't "weight" to see how much further my weight training will take me. I've upped the weight, minimized rest times to 30-60 seconds between sets, 60-120 seconds when doing the "big three". Just downed my N.O.-Xplode and I'll be working my chest and back. I'll have my post workout Protein immediately afterwards. #lovingmysleeve

C'mon......it's just the idea of people not understanding the whole story that is really bugging us about that "Easy" crack.
In truth, losing the weight is easier than any efforts I made before......not to mention I'm actually changing my lifestyle and eating healthy this time.
OK, OK..... I know there is the whole "life risking" surgery thing and recovery pain and mini meals and no gulping and tenny bites and chewing endlessly and loss of taste and and and. Plus there is still that reality that I have to change my eating habits to eat less......and healthy and exercise and take Vitamins and pretty much everything that any other weight loss would entail........So where is the easy part.
Who cares what anybody says or thinks. You not going to change their minds or way of thinking.
All I care about is reaching my goal and regaining my health and my life. Convincing others of how I got there is of no consequence. When someone comments to me about the Easy way out.....I just say....."Yep, I shoulda done it years ago"

You've been given some very sound advice in this thread. I'd totally suggest writing a PROS and CONS list and be very honest with yourself.
Good luck in whatever surgery you choose.

It doesn't matter to me and I really don't feel any kind of way when members post their stories/feelings about their journey.

It doesn't matter to me and I really don't feel any kind of way when members post their stories/feelings about their journey.

You've been given some very sound advice in this thread. I'd totally suggest writing a PROS and CONS list and be very honest with yourself.
Good luck in whatever surgery you choose.

Totally got that from your initial post. I personally just won't deal with any negativity like @Nicey2u.
Life is too short and you ARE a rockstar @RJ'S/begininng!

Just because you can doesn't mean you should.

Ok newbies, this is mainly for you guys. Being able to gather Information online is great, but it must be kept in perspective if you are to gain the most benefit. Keep in mind, most replies are based on that one person's experience. This is a serious procedure that certainly involves alot of fears and unknowns. It is comforting to be able to ask questions from others that have gone thru the process to better understand what lies ahead.
Whether it is pre-op requirements or post op recovery experiences, the answers are going to be as varied as fingerprints. And for good reason.
Everybody is different. And so is their process and experiences.
This brings up the proverbial question: "Is that normal" . Answer: ..... It might be a typical experience or maybe one surgeon's procedure, but not necessarily normal. There is no "one" normal. Don't fixate too much on a single reply. Your specific situation will be your normal. Yours might be very close to most of the replys you received or it could be vastly different. Try not to over react too much if it isn't as you thought. Everybody will make it to the finish line on their own path. If you can avoid reflecting on every detail you read or heard, you'll be more relaxed when you encounter events in your recovery that deviate from such perceptions of normal. The more relaxed and calm you are, the better equipped you'll be to handle your recovery.
Try to view online responses to specific questions as guidelines. As the many possible outcomes, not the only one. Your Surgeon or your other doctors and nurses should be the go to source for specific answers concerning your individual medical concerns.
Besides, once you get several months out and are cruising along on your "normal" routines........closing in on your goals.....all those worrisome and fearful thoughts of the surgery and recovery will be insignificant faded memories. Just relax and take it all in.....one day at a time.