Chelly

Well lets see. I have a lot of physical ailments that are better in that I can move more and for a longer time. My pain varies from different times of day but I deal with it since I can't take pain meds any more. I have fibromyalgia, stenosis of the spine, arthritis, RSD and I exercise at the gym four times a week on the stationary bicycle doing nine miles in 40 minutes. I do some walking every day. So I can answer that I feel better because there is less of me in that I have more mobility. I don't have to walk with my cane any more or use the motorized carts in the stores any more to get around. I also look better and I like the fact I can go into most stores and buy clothes.

I've been married going on 26 yrs and was always heavy but my husband is a wonderful man who no matter what says he loves me. He's always has been there for me and still is. He's very proud of me and my achievements of losing the weight and is very helpful in me taking care of myself. So WLS has not been an issue with us at all because we were strong to begin with.

Are you taking Biotin? It helps with hair coming out as much and will help with regrowth. I was told that as long as you are losing your hair will come out. Make sure you get in all your protein because if you don't your hair will fall out more I was told. If you take Biotin take it in chewable form from TwinLabs. You can get it from them or others that sell it on the internet. Good luck and feel good.

Well if people would stop going to their movies then they would stop making them. Hit them in their pocketbook because that speaks louder then words. I also agree it's insulting.

Ginger so glad you are doing okay. As the days go on you will feel better and better, also stronger. What a wonderful gift you gave yourself. Congratulations and here's to a healthier life.

Thank you for sharing this report.

What a stinker to not be there for you. Your not suppose to do the things he's expecting you to do. My husband took care of me and the household chores so I could comfortably recover. He never said boo about it either. That's what real men do. They help out. Tell him to do it or you will go somewhere where people that respect you will help you on your way to recovery. He is totally disrespectful of your needs and tell him that. Also tell him to grow up and take care of things because you've been instructed not to do these things around the house for a month. Tell him you can cause damage to yourself if you don't follow these instructions of not doing heavy housework and lifting things. See what happens then. Good luck with your recovery and tell your husband to shape up.

Elizabeth maybe you need help from a therapist who specializes in people that have had Bariatric surgery. They can help you with understanding your relationship with food. It's just a thought for you to think about. Good luck.

This is all new for you. I agree that this is your head talking and not your new pouch. Stick with everything your surgeon and nutritionist have mapped out for you for your protein and water intake. It's very important for the healing process. The pain you're feeling is most likely gas and walking will help relieve it. You could also ask your surgeon if you can take Gas X strips to relieve the gas. Your pouch can't handle the foods that are on your mind. At a later date a few months from now you probably could tolerate a burger but not from a fast food place. Hot dogs are very hard to digest and are gassy. Please take it one stage at a time and you'll be fine. Once again following all the directions the surgeon and nutritionist have given you and you'll be fine. Good luck on your road to a healthier you.

Congratulations on getting your date. Good luck with your surgery and this new adventure into a healthier you.

I use the strips because I believe them to work faster.

I use Jay Robb Whey Protein Powder and it's really good. It comes in chocolate, vanilla, strawberry and something else which I can't remember. It's made with stevia. I purchase it off of Amazon but you can get it at Whole Foods, directly from the company or eBay. I also use Torani sugar free syrups in my shakes. They come in many, many flavors. I purchase directly from the company but you can also get them or World Market if you have one in your area, and Amazon. Torani is made with Splenda. Good luck in finding something you like.

I agree that you should be checked out by your surgeon's office. It's important to go on with each stage that you are put on but don't do it yet until you are checked out. The sooner the better. Good luck with what you are doing for yourself.

The mask could work for you. My surgeon has a card he gives patients to be able to order kids meals or a senior discount due to surgery. I carry that with me when we go out. Now onto getting medical alert necklace or bracelet just like a diabetic would wear. They are available from the same companies just put on there your info. Good luck with your surgery.

Your body is just saying wait a minute here your not giving me enough and I need a rest. Your body will catch on and you'll start loosing again. Good luck with everything.

Are they swollen? Have you been walking several times a day to keep blood flowing properly? If the answer to the first question is yes and the answer to the second question is no then I would call your surgeons office first thing or go to the ER because it could be something worse. You should be getting in 64 fl. oz of water slowly through out the day if your not you could become dehydrated. Which again should be immediately checked into. Good luck and take care.

I really wanted to try this but couldn't find it at the store I shop at. Thank you for posting this about Target having it and that it's on sale too. I will go and get it this week to give it a try. How do you use it? Do you put in protein shakes since it's a powder? I'm just curious.

Yes you can be successful on vacation as long as you remember what you are taught by your nutritionist and surgeon on how to eat properly and portion wise. When you get to the solid stage go out and practice with going to different meals at a restaurants and she how you do. If you can do that with no problem then you should have no trouble on vacation. Good luck with your upcoming surgery.

If I were you I would not eat that because high fat foods can make you sick. Your husband is correct that you shouldn't be eating that at all. First of all you should be eating chicken, turkey, fish and eggs at this stage no beef or pork yet. Phase 2 if I remember is puréed foods or maybe soft foods. Your stomach or pouch can not handle anything else then that. If you check with your nutritionist I can almost guarantee that that's what they tell you. If you got a instructional book read it carefully to know what to eat at each stage of the program if you want to be successful.

I take three anti depressants, Lexapro, Abilify, and Wellbutrin. Wellbutrin in time released and had to change the dosage to taking a couple times a day. I never heard about anti depressants causing problems with surgery. I would check with your psychiatrist before ever going off your Lexapro because it dangerous going off a med like that without being weaned off of it slowly. The gas probably is a reaction to the food you might be consuming. I have found I can't eat certain things any more because they cause that problem. You also could have an adverse reaction to dairy, and this can happen for awhile after surgery. Please check in with your PCP or surgeon about this dietary problem.

Congratulations! I remember trying on my husbands jeans and fitting into them, now they are to big for me. I weigh less then him and that's a first and I've been with him 28 years.

Don't over do the drinking of more then 4oz at a time. Drink very slowly. You could do damage to your pouch. Be really careful you don't want any problems to occur.

As long as you take the pain meds you can't drive. When you are off of them then you will get the okay to drive again. I would say at least a week after surgery.

No it's not normal. I would contact your doctor immediately.

Congratulations on getting your surgery date. It's wonderful. You will feel so much better and healthier as the time goes by. Keep us informed of your progress and continue to ask questions if you have them. Good luck with your surgery.