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Great NSV! Keep up the good work!

I can eat fruits and veggies with the peel on now. but at 7 weeks I was still taking off the peels. Enjoy the pickles!

I am 3 1/2 months out and have really noticed a change in my monthly cycles. I am 45 years and and done having babies. I even thought I may be menopausal. Then I lost 44 lbs and Aunt Flo has come right on time for the past 2 months. The reason I am sharing this is to encourage those of you who may have been wondering if their fertility will return with some weight loss. I really think so. Good luck

At 3 1/2 months post op I am half way to goal! I've been lying about my weight on my license for 4 years. I finally weigh what it says. soon Ill be wanting to renew again. what a great NSV!

Head hunger is the worst. I am 3 1/2 mos post op

"Sip, sip, sip" and "walk, walk, walk"-- lol I'll be quiet now. . Fun topic!

"My Pouch.". Not only is that a by-pass term, it just sounds funny.

Stupid auto correct-- that was supposed to say "sleevers". Lol

"Slivers", "loose skin", "the girls", and panniculectomy"

Take heart!! I too had a knee injury about 4 years ago. I had a torn miniscus also. I had two laparoscopic surgeries. These failed and 3 years ago I had to have a total knee replacement. In part due to my weight, rehab was painful, long and not very effective. When I went in to be sleeved 3 1/2 months ago, I still limped a bit, had pain and couldn't exercise. Now I have lost 44 lbs and I feel great. It was so noticeable after even 20 lbs. I'm not limping. The only time I feel pain is when I'm going down stairs. I can ride my stationary bike for 20-30 mins each day. Yesterday I had to carry about 40 lbs of groceries and, wow, did that ever flare up the back and knee pain. Who knew that losing some weight would make such a huge difference! The surgery was worth it even if I don't lose another pound.

I believe it just comes in vanilla and then you can mix other stuff in it if you want to. It was a demo thing and they let us try it with PB2, an orange Julius type drink and one that tastes like apple pie. They were all really good. It is a little low in Protein I thought... But now I would happy to find a shake I can tolerate (I am so sick of shakes ). I Was thinking about bring a distributor but I needed some feedback first. And you guys are the PROs when it comes to protein shakes!!

You look amazing!! Very inspiring!

I also use myfitnesspal and a fitbit. I love the combo. The great thing about my myfitnesspal phone app is that i can scan bar codes and it adds them to my food diary in about 2 seconds. Fun, convenient and motivating.

I love this LBD thread! Thanks for posting. Makes me wanna go out get one to be a goal dress. I'll post a pic at 6 months if I am looking as good as you girls.

Thank you for sharing. You are doing an awesome job. Very inspiring!

I stayed 2 nights and I was glad I did. I was happy to have the IV pain meds and the extra care. I had my sister at home to help me for the first two days at home and I was grateful. I would recommend that you have help with your little ones.

I still like the premier protein better than any of the others. At 3 1/2 months post op it is the only brand I can tolerate anymore. (I recently tried Body by Vi and that is pretty good too, but it is a mix).

Anybody know anything about Body by Vi? It is a protein powder. I tried some and it was really good.

Oh no!! How far post op are you? What were your symptoms? I will send up some prayers for you. Keep sipping and walking in the hospital. Feel better soon!

Way to go!! You look fab!

I can't stand any of them!! I made the mistake of buying a case preop and then couldn't stand them postop. I wasted $55 As with any Protein drink I would try not to buy too much stuff preop. Your taste may change, like mine did. Try the Premier Protein. Available at costco. It has 30 gms protein in 11 ounces.. It is ready to drink. No mixing and it tastes the best.

Wow!! You've had a rough time of it! Hang tough! Everyday will get better. Take it easy and take care of yourself Don't worry so much about the Protein right now. Concentrate on walking and sipping and resting. Good luck!

I used straws too. I was able to get in more fluids that way. I had no problems.

momto6ix needs a lesson in brevity.

I am 3 1/2 months out. My BMI was 39 and I was self-pay. I have lost 44 lbs so far, and I am generally happy with my decision.