BloomingLotus

Doesn't look like I'll be able to make this one ???????? boo

Consider when you're taking your B12 as well. I had trouble sleeping shortly after surgery, and then switched to taking my B12 in the mornings. Since I started taking it earlier I haven't had any issues! Good luck

I went the entire process alone. To this day only people from this forum know about my surgery, and I intend to keep it that way. It's very do-able with careful planning ahead of time. One thing with uber: you have to have an adult check you out of the hospital, and a driver won't be able to do that. I took an uber car home but I had to hire an aide from a visiting nurse-type service as my post op escort. You will need someone to check you out, so keep that in mind.

Is everything still a go for today?

I definitely think of great comebacks after-the-fact. I have been tempted to reply to the "have you lost weight?" question with "probably as much as you've gained this year" or "have you had a facelift?" But I just smile so far only 2 people were prying and the rest genuinely cared.

@@finediva WOW. I can get snarky sometimes and I'd really have to stop myself from making a face and saying "yeah, cancer" and walking away. I suppose it's wrong to lie in church though! I think most people are so used to everyone oversharing that it's weird when you don't. My mum had some health issues and I went home to see her (out of state) and my boss asked out of genuine concern "is everything ok?" I said "yes, it will be" and left it there and he was kind of staring at me waiting for more information that I just didn't give. I know he only asked because he cared but I didn't feel like sharing. It makes it uncomfortable to not share when people almost feel entitled to know more (whether genuine or not). I made the decision to tell no one - not a single person outside of this site. No family, no friends, nada. As awkward as it can be, I owe no explanations. I'm being polite now but I'm sure as I lose more I'll have to watch my level of snark though ???? I'm impressed that you were as nice as you were!

Perhaps you have an allergy to post-op medications/vitamins? Best to see your doc!

I haven't told a soul about my sleeve. I took a week off from work to "see family out of state." People are starting to ask about the loss now. I explain that I'm watching what I'm eating and moving more. I thank them for their compliment and then quickly change the subject. You don't owe anyone any explanations. I know it's uncomfortable to shoot someone down who is expressing concern for you, but you have to do what is best for you! Good luck!

Long drives with the windows down singing at the top of my lungs The first day in spring you can go out without a jacket Laughing so hard that your face hurts/having so much fun that you lose track of time Getting real mail Being smiled at by a stranger The smell of summer rain Dirty jokes Good hair days Finding something you thought you lost People watching New perfume Polite people/good manners Finishing something you can be proud of ????????

I'm hoping to make it!

I was sleeved on 1/29 and I'm down 22lbs since surgery, so you're doing fantastic in my eyes!! Overall I'm down 49.4 since my first appointment, and I'm feeling great! My loss is slow, but steady. I stay the same for 5-6 days and then overnight I drop 1.5-2.5lbs and then I'm the same for another 5-6 days. Keep doing what you're doing because you seem to be on the right track! ????

@@Elode your professors would be so proud... Someone has been hitting the books hard! Awesome ???? thanks for the scientific information, it's helpful to see the bigger picture!

Glad to hear everyone is doing so well! Sending all my strength and patience to those in stalls... It will break soon! I had my one(ish) month appointment with my surgeon yesterday and he is very pleased with my progress. I was sleeved on Jan 29, and I am down 15 in the 5 weeks since surgery. From my very first appointment with him on Sept 24, I am down 43lbs! He said that I am losing at a good pace (I think it's a little slow, but hey, he's the professional) and to keep up the great work. Blood work was done so I should know soon if all my levels are where they should be. I also got my first compliment, and it was genuine! No one knows about my surgery, so I was wondering when the comments would start. The answer: 41lbs lost. A woman I work with said "you know, I've been meaning to tell you, you look fantastic! You must feel so good, you can see it in the way you're carrying yourself. Good for you!" It was so genuine and not a backhanded compliment and it made me feel great! I know I'm getting smaller but it's hard to conceptualize when you see yourself every day. I took pictures on the day of my first appointment, and I want to wait until 3 months to take new ones, so it's nice to hear that my changes are noticeable! Have you started to notice the changes in yourself? What has been the most motivating to you so far?

My multivitamin is the only one that makes me nauseous. As others have said, taking it on a full stomach or before bed fixes the issue! I take my b12 and calcium during the day and my multi before bed and have been fine since changing the time.