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  1. I went to her for a consult. My friend had used her about 1 yr ago. She was very professional. I like her and I considered using her. I used dr Larry Gellman from Great Neck. I am very pleased with my decision. I was sleeved 3/26 and my recovery has been very smooth. I went back to work after 1 week Feel free to ask me any questions. Good luck !
  2. Simply BEAUTIFUL!! You should be so proud of your accomplishment.
  3. I use skim milk. I vary between shaker bottle and using a ninja blender the powder blends very easy and smoothly either way
  4. I have been using UNJURY. You can only get it online. They ship fast,it usually arrives in two days. My favorite is the chocolate Splendor. I also like the chicken broth. If you get in touch with them they will send you a sample.
  5. G O O D. L U C K!!! May your post op be pain free and here's wishing you a speedy successful recovery!! This is the first step to a healthier life !
  6. FAB U LOUS!!! All Your efforts and hard work are paying off!! YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION to many Thanks for sharing and motivating
  7. Your right marathon1218 I recently joined the LOSERS and I couldn't be happier! To the 4/15 gang Don't panic. Just take it one day at a time. It is worth it. I was sleeved 3/26. So far my recovery has been smooth. I'm starting week 4 of Protein drinks. Definitely getting bored of them. I am looking to start soft purée foods next week. WHOOHOO!
  8. So far I'm down 20 pounds 15 pre op and 5 post op I was sleeved 6 days ago I'm PLEASED Especially I had about 4 pounds extra on discharge for the IV Fluids BIG JOEY u r doin awesome. Keep it up I'm jealous you are able to have soft foods I have another week on liquids!
  9. Today is my 6th day post op! Im happy with my recovery. No pain! Sometimes I tire easy but no biggie. I'm drinking my 3 shakes but have to add more Water. Yesterday I did about 40oz I've been. Able to take larger sips no nausea or vomiting (yeahh) I'm trying not to fixate on weight loss I'm 5 pounds down post op and 20 # down from pre op diet
  10.    beeteroo reacted to a post in a topic: day one post surgery
  11. It takes a while to drink but I won't go to sleep until I have 3 shakes down!!!! I'm using the
  12. Fellow 3/26er All good here. So far it's been smooth for me. I'm able to take my Vitamins. I never needed any pain meds so I feel lucky! I've been able to get 3 shakes in daily. I need to increase my Water I take. I'm working on it each day. I'm planning on going back to work on Tuesday for the day and then taking 4 days off before returning full time. I figure I should easy my way back. Still burping often BUT no pain so no complaints! How has your recovery been??
  13.    beeteroo reacted to a post in a topic: I did it!
  14. Ranjith I appauld your honesty and determination. You are young and wise to take control of your life. You are have a full life ahead. I was consistently overweight but never put myself ahead of others. At age 49 I decided to take care of ME!! I was sleeved 2 days ago. So far all went smoothly. No complaints!! I'm able to drink my Protein shakes. Make sure you follow your surgeons directions. It will produce success & you will love the new you Keep me informed if your progress. The world awaits the NEW Ranjith!!!
  15.    mentalistfan reacted to a post in a topic: day one post surgery
  16. Big JOE I'm one day post sleeve also! So far no pain... Able to drink... Hoping it will continue to be smooth sailing ! C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S !!!!
  17. Be prepared post op for the WORST COTTON MOUTH It's from anesthesia. I used lots of wet gauzes for temporary relief. No I progressed to Clear liquids and it's much better! No All is going well. Will be d/c later today Looking forward to griping into my own enviornment????

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