Faith Cheltenham

@@ELI.p.m I know it can be difficult to make any sort of lifestyle change. I for one will not talk down to you or shun you. We were/are all food addicts and that's what got us in this position in the first place. Each of us will have big and small battles with food as we continue on this journey.
However, I think on a daily basis you have to remind yourself of why you went through all the trouble in the first place. To be healthier, to look better, and to feel better. None of those will be accomplished if you don't put forth a good faith effort.
I'm not saying you can never have junk again, anything you can tolerate is okay occasionally. But, you should really focus on finding healthy foods that taste good and provide you with the nutrients you need to be holistically successful on this journey.
Best of luck to you!

Hello to all,
I am so glad to see this post, I really enjoyed this website when I was initially going through the beginning of my WLS journey. But as time went on it no longer seemed to benefit me...that is until I found this post. First a little bit about me I am a 27 y/o AA female who was sleeved on August 27, 2010. My starting weight was 236 (I'm 52') and I am currently holding steady at 185. While initially I didn't have a goal wieght it seems to me that 165 will be a good stopping point. I researched quite a bit before the surgery and did a little soul searching to make sure I was truly doing this for me (versus my husband or child). It is a decision that I have not yet come to regret. I wanted to chime in on some of the things I have seen mentioned.
hair LOSS
Up until 2 months ago I would have said no but I continue to see more and more strands falling out. I have thick hair and recently cut it short so I really can't tell exactly how much, but I know my bathroom counter and shoulders are covered when ever I get done doing my hair.
VOMITTING
Only once at the very early stages when I probably shouldn't have been eating what I was eating (bourbon marinated salmon). But a lesson quickly learned.
SOUL food
I still cook and enjoy this food just no where near in the quantities that I use too. I explained to my in laws nephews mother father and sisters and they all seem to adapt well. I still catch them staring every now and again, but I think they are still just amazed to see the "old me" coming through.
These are just a few things that I have come across since my surgery, I also live down south so I still gets some strange looks after I tell people that I have had the surgery. Please feel free msg me if you have any more questions.
Ms. TVirg

Here's my list in addition to that:
toothbrush deodorant hair brush laptop/tablet/phone heating pad toiletries cell phone charger Comfy sweat pants/house dresses Soft bras Big hoodie for the drive home Chapstick Extension cord for all your plug ins a large pair of panties so nothing chafes incisions. small travel pillow for ride home slip on shoes trash bags for car in case you throw up on way home Putting it all in a small carry-on so husband just has one piece to keep with him while he waits... FINGERS CROSSED FOR ALL OF US!

Here's my list in addition to that:
toothbrush deodorant hair brush laptop/tablet/phone heating pad toiletries cell phone charger Comfy sweat pants/house dresses Soft bras Big hoodie for the drive home Chapstick Extension cord for all your plug ins a large pair of panties so nothing chafes incisions. small travel pillow for ride home slip on shoes trash bags for car in case you throw up on way home Putting it all in a small carry-on so husband just has one piece to keep with him while he waits... FINGERS CROSSED FOR ALL OF US!

Here's my list in addition to that:
toothbrush deodorant hair brush laptop/tablet/phone heating pad toiletries cell phone charger Comfy sweat pants/house dresses Soft bras Big hoodie for the drive home Chapstick Extension cord for all your plug ins a large pair of panties so nothing chafes incisions. small travel pillow for ride home slip on shoes trash bags for car in case you throw up on way home Putting it all in a small carry-on so husband just has one piece to keep with him while he waits... FINGERS CROSSED FOR ALL OF US!

I am also 12/22 (7am)! Am nervous but excited but nervous! Am packing my overnight bag and making sure the family has plenty of food (thankful for my husband!)

I am also 12/22 (7am)! Am nervous but excited but nervous! Am packing my overnight bag and making sure the family has plenty of food (thankful for my husband!)