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I still can't figure out how to add the photo....

I didn't start soft food for two weeks post op. Get your allotted protein in and drink your water and you should be fine

My doctor set goals for me as he says the most wt comes off in the first 8 months

3 mos = 60 lbs and 35 inches for me

I remember that feeling!!! Congrats.....

Pack light indeed. The hospital would not allow me to bring my own meds, most of them don't.

They told me to bring my mask only and know my settings. I did but then they never used it. I was on oxy the entire time. I would never have been able to tolerate PJ's, the band around my waist. I put a gown on backwards for a robe for walking. I didn't start shakes till I got out of the hospital. I attended a pre admission required class before surgery. Each thing like that depends on the doctor

I did take lip balm, The insurance card etc goes w/o saying. Underwear...I did't feel like wearing any. I couldn't shower so no need for shampoo etc. Thank you cards? That can wait until I feel better. I was only there two nights. I didn't read, I slept....

Full TT 2005.....wear your binder and don't overdo even when you feel better. Remember, if yours was like mine, you have been opened like with a can opener...it takes time to heal inside...

I took slippers and hair brush, something loose to wear home, like a lounge dress.... and that was it. If you use your IPHONE etc take that and the charger. You probably won't care about anything else. They provide all you need.

sounds good

I think we should not change what is working for each of us

Odd....my nutritionist and my doctor highly recommends them...

17.00 for how much?? I guess the doctor has to sign off on it

She is an uneducated person if she thinks it is "cosmetic surgery" and to me, in todays world, those who prefer to remain uneducated on a subject fall under the "ignorant" label. I would say she wasn't a very good friend to start with and why on earth would she FEEL BETRAYED?????????

It has been three months today since my surgery....I have lost 57 lbs as of last Fridays weigh day and 34 inches. I couldn't be happier....

We had Sams and Costco but when it came time to renew, we kept Sams because they offer a military discount on their membership. They are both the same distance for us. I just got a Costco membership because I did the numbers and with the shakes alone, it will pay for itself in three months, with the price difference. I will pay for Costco and my husband will keep Sams. Sams Club has free shipping on orders of 99.00 or more.

I priced them elsewhere and even Amazon is atrocious!!

I am trying to justify the 55.00 a year fee...from savings on the shakes. Unlike Sams Club, Costco does not offer a military discount on the membership fee.

I remember that feeling. I am so happy for you. Better days are coming....

That makes sense Gingersnaps...At least I know I am doing something right...stinky here is only 14 pounds to "ONEDERLAND!" WOOT WOOT!!!

High thyroid has nothing to do with being overwt. In fact, typically it causes wt loss, but has to be treated with radioactive thyroid or sometimes removed as my friends was

Yes mere. I have high thyroid .. Whatever that is. I just haven't been scheduled for surgery yet. This is my last month for the journey and I meet w the surgeon June 4.. Super excited If you have high thyroid then you have HYPERthyroid.

Probably "roids" from straining. I have this problem if I get too plugged but pls do tell your doc

No symptoms of any problem for me. I also take other meds. I was never warned about any problems. Bloodwork coming at 3 mos. Don't take your vitamins for at least 2 hrs after taking your thyroid