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I just started riding my bike with my kids after getting one for Mothers Day three years ago. What a great feeling! I didn't remember how to ride as well, I had a few close calls! Good job, keep up the good work! I am down 64 lbs, sleeved April 14th...

I've had similar experiences. When I asked my NUT she said higher fat foods will cause this because our new pouch can not handle all that heavy fat. It's a learning experience I guess as far as what we can tolerate. I guess it a version of dumping for sleeve patients....I definitely swear and run to bathroom after a wrong choice.

The first week I was always hungry, especially because I was on a clear liquid only diet. I am one of the people that feels hungry often, I am struggling with that. I just try to have a good protein snack and it subsides. Also I noticed the more fluids I drink the less hungry I feel. Good luck, hang in there....

Good luck @@wendyt!!

I have noticed a fluttering type feeling in my chest a few times since surgery. It alarmed me as well but I dismissed it as nothing only because I has a full cardio work up before surgery. It was followed by a feeling of being breathless unless that was me being scared.

Hi all! I just went for my 10 week appt. I am down 52 pounds! I have had no complications, and I am feeling great. Hope everyone is feeling great and ready to take off some pounds this July!

Hi! I had my surgery on April 14th as well. Sounds like you are doing great! I think I get about 40 oz of liquid a day. I am having a hard time adjusting to this new lifestyle. Someone suggested I get unflavored protein powder and add it into things to up my protein intake. Maybe you could do that. I also love the Unjury chicken broth protein, sometimes I have it warm in a mug, it has 20g protein....

April 14th, weight day of surgery 286, weight now, 243....43lbs so far.

That's a great result! I am 8 weeks out and down 44 lbs...keep up the good work!

The heparin shot is a blood thinner to prevent blood clots during and after surgery, I believe. I received them as well.

Feel better. I did really well with IV Tylenol. I was afraid of nausea with pain meds so I asked for only Tylenol...remember sip slowly and consistently.

I was a huge carb addict. I am 6 weeks post op, I really don't crave it anymore. You will learn to live without carbs for sure!! Hang in there...

I was told four weeks for pool or tub...

I have it too. Last night sitting at my sons school meeting I almost couldn't take it. My nurse practitioner asked if I was having back pain, she said it was common from being on the OR table for so long. Never heard the mesh theory, I'm going to ask if I have mesh in there.

I really like the calcium chews from Bariatric advantage. Amazon.com has them, I chose the caramel and they do taste like a caramel candy. I take two a day...

I am having hard time as well. I had my surgery on 4/14. I am still on liquids. 3 protein shakes/day and clear liquids in between. I now know I am a true food addict. I think about it all the time. I feel hungry often throughout the day. If you can order the Unjury chicken broth protein packs they really helped me at night when my family was eating. I have my phase change tomorrow to semi soft foods and I can't wait to sit and have a meal. I never thought I would look forward to a piece of fish and veggies! It will get better, do your best. We are all human and will slip here and there but remember why you did it and hang in there!

We were invited to BBQ restaurant for a bday party tonight. I am 11 days out still on clear liquids and protein shakes. I know I can't handle going I am always hungry it seems.

I, too, am doing this for my kids and my future. I am so tired all the time. My joints hurts, etc. I have three boys that love to be outside and play. I want to be a fun mom, and be around when they have kids....I don't want them to suffer because of my weight...my surgery date is April 14th, I am scared but I know it will be worth it!