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310 Didn't make my goal but I'm still pushing forward!

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I was actually approved for November! I was sleeved 11/4. Because my clinic is out of network, I had to pay upfront and will be getting money back but am still waiting to see how much they pay. I'll update when I know exactly how much I was out of pocket!

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Stupid stall. 325.5

Lol! Tip: Removable shower head.

When do you guys try some of this stuff? Specifically the carbonated beverages (soda and beer) and the bread, Pasta, rice or potatoes? I'm just curious because I was told from day one (like in the informational seminar, day 1) that all of those listed are pretty much no-no's for life. And any high sugar/carb heavy foods like ice cream. Granted, I know we're all humans and we'll have slips, but I'm petrified to even try any of these things (mashed potatoes aren't even considered in my soft foods phase). I don't want try something and discover that it's a trigger food and then have to deal with those insane urges and cravings for more.

I'm 17 days post-op and started soft foods Tuesday at 14 days. My doctor skips puréed all together. Liquid for 2 weeks, soft 2 weeks, then regular eating as tolerated after that.

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I've had to work on not comparing myself with others. Everyone is different and our bodies will react in their own way. I "only" lost 14lbs (I'm two weeks post-op). I was disappointed because I'd seen other people who lost 20+ in the same time frame. But then I looked at every failed attempt I've had over the last 20 years of dieting and I never lost a pound a day! I've lost 53lbs since August 25th (day I started this adventure). I need to be proud of that and just focus on following my plan and letting my sleeve help guide me. :-)

Jen, that's why my shoes stay tied. Lol! It's much easier to slip them on than try to tie them. :-)

I had surgery on a Tuesday, was driving on Friday. As long as I wasn't on the narcotics, it was all good. I had no restrictions other than dietary post-op.

It honestly depends on your surgeon and their requirements. I was on full liquids for almost 3 weeks, which did include Protein supplements, but the day prior to surgery was clears only and was not allowed anything with protein (nothing your body had to work to digest). Also nothing red, blue, or purple. Did they give you any paperwork to read through outlining your stages and what each one included? If so and the clear phase doesn't have anything with the word protein in it, then I would stay away from them. Water, water, water, and more water. sugar free Jello and Popsicles. Low fat broth. That's it.