Blondi418

I've been doing protien since day 4 but today was the first day I actually got all of it in

I'm just a week out but I like the premier protein 100 cal shakes from SAMs they are only 8 oz but have 18g protein. I like that they are small and not a huge shake.

Yes, I get dizzy, go drink a protein shake and I'm good for another 4 hours.

Hey everyone. New sleeve and since day one I have had horrible chest pain. I just want to know I'm not alone. It always hurts to swallow, yes I take micro sips, and I have sudden attacks randomly when I'm not trying to eat or drink. Like I said is it common?

Me too girl!

Tyler, Tx by Dr Babineau 11/11/13

Brandy I wouldn't wish this pain on anyone but it is so good to know your not alone

Tink, none of the above since Tuesday

CO2 pain, HORRIBLE! I haven't found anything out yet

Jko, I tried the gasX thin strips but it did not help with the chest gas pain at all, it did help with lower abdomen rumbles but unfortunately not the horrid pain in my chest. I have found that if I take a very deep breath after swallowing and let it out slowly the pain is not as bad. Hot things for me do not trigger it as bad as cold things. Hope we both get some relief soon .

Peggy I was sleeved 11/11 Harriett thanks, I have been walking but the stupid stuff just won't go away, and since it hurts so bad to swallow I am having a terrible time getting any Water in.

If it weren't for the horrible and I mean horrible chest pain I keep having I think I could drink just about anything. Anyone else having really bad chest pain. I was sleeved 11/11/13 also.

I eat them now and they are less than $2 I also like the baby puffs.

This sounds weird but I plan on using the Baby Yogurt melts, they are crunchy and dissolve to a tiny bit of mush, and they are sweet and tangy. Hope it helps

Thanks everyone for the info and tips!

So here's the deal, I'm 25 years old pre-op and worried to death about "deflating body syndrome". I know working out will help, but the reality is I have to lose 160+ pounds and that is bound to leave a pretty good amount of jiggle. I have seen ads and testimony about body wraps and compression garments telling their miracle working abilities but has anyone tried them? I have no insurance and would have to pay out of pocket for "the plastics" not to mention I don't Love the idea of another surgery. I'm thinking that maybe doing a body wrap every month as I lose the weight would help with skin tightening. Or has anyone heard about the body compression garments. Please please I need some input on this. Thanks in advance.

I'm in Texas using Dr. Babineau in Tyler, Tx. His self pay is 12,450.00 I know because I am self pay also he accepts care credit which is what I will be using and is one of the top docs in the US.

November 11th is my Big dày. I'm in Texas also and will be having surgery in Tyler. Sooooo very nervous and excited!

November 11th is my surgery date so I ill be on Soft food for the holidays. I wonder if cornbread dressing counts as a soft haha!

I love cooking for my family. Trying new recipies, fixing old favorites, I love it all. So my question, Will I still enjoy cooking after I have Sleeve?

Thanks everyone for the most part I feel a lot better about it..... However I did meet a woman today who is 3 years out from sleeve and she still cant eat so many things, she said she would rather weigh 115 pound less than eat a biscuit though

Cool Beans!

Please share when you find it! Thanks!

Homemade body wraps? As in a kit or honest to goodness homemade?

I think I will be trying a plethora of techniques and pray that one of them works.