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My surgeon said no straws ever. It seems like most people on here have received the same directives, although some use straws anyway and claim they have no problems. I haven't used a straw and don't plan to. Get a good cup that you can easily sip from.

Someone on this site recommended the Tervis Tumbler. I ordered the cup, lid and handle from Amazon and LOVE it! No condensation and ice cubes last all day long. Since I've started using my Tervis, I have finally started getting all of my fluids in. Sorry I sound like a commercial - but I seriously love this thing

9/21 = 211 Thanks!

@@feedyoureye I don't like your post at all! Wait - those who received bariatric surgery were excluded. Whew! Seriously though, this goes to show we are in charge of our own destinies. If we follow our surgeon / nut plan, we have the right tools in place to be successful and much more so than we were in our previous weight loss efforts.

I called my surgeon's office and they mailed me one. I haven't used it yet because I keep forgetting to bring it! (don't need purse when hubby pays!)

For people who know I had surgery (anyone who asked), they have commented all along to keep me going People from work and church who don't know I had surgery just started saying things this week (when I hit 90#). I started at 302 and am at 211, so it was a significant weight change before they noticed!

@@Kathy812 Best wishes and keep us posted! I'm in the same boat (timewise) with @Sonitas. Very frustrating, but trying to stay positive!

I have been very open and honest with anyone who has asked how I've lost "all that weight"; I can't lie and I have no filter. The only thing that has bugged me was mentioned a few posts back. "I bet your husband is so happy." He is, but he's happy that his wife is happier and healthier. Otherwise, my friends, family and random acquaintances have been supportive to my face. If they talk behind my back, I don't let that stuff bother me anymore

Starting Weight = 212 Goal Weight = 199

I am in (old name = deetz71)! GOAL: 199 Thanks again!

Did you change your name? If so, what was it before?Thanks! SORRY -- changed from deetz71

Please, please, please don't judge (too hard). Weekends are killing me. It's not meals, it's snacking. These past few weekends I have found myself binge munching while binge reading. At first it was a handful of almonds or half a Protein bar. Lately it's been cheese popcorn, crackers, ice cream, etc. THEN, I feel terrible (nauseous and guilty) so I go in the bathroom and make myself sick. I used to do this occasionally before WLS. I have been seeing a counselor for years and have touched on this a bit but probably need to tell her the extent of the problem. I'm five months out and I KNOW this is not good. Has anyone else dealt with this? What did you do to stop? Thank you in advance for any advice / tough love.

FINAL = 211 Thank you so much for doing this!!

I started with a partial hysterectomy (preventative for pre-cancerous endometrial cancer cells) in March 2012. During surgery, they found ovarian cancer, so I had a complete hysterectomy. Like you, they got everything and I had no subsequent treatment. I had the hysterectomy 3/28/12 and sleeved 3/26/15. I did have 3 years between, but had no issues whatsoever with my gyn-oncologist approving. In fact, he was HAPPY since it was hard to sew me back up after surgery due to the excess belly fat. The pain was similar (I had/have a large vertical scar) with both surgeries. A five month gap wouldn't be too bad. Healing from the hysterectomy should be pretty good by then. You have just had a second chance at life with your hysterectomy. Take advantage of that with the WLS. I wallowed in survivor guilt for 2.5 years before taking control of my life with WLS.

Sleeved 3/26/15. I hit 90# this week, still have 47# to go. I haven't been tracking calories, but do monitor sugar and net carbs. Protein has been pretty consistent @ 60 grams. Water/fluid intake has not been the best, but I'm working on it. Exercise has been non-existent and I need to start cardio/weights to help with my dangling arms and inner thighs. hair loss began in the middle of month 4 and is still going on. Protein Bars usually curb any sweet cravings. I have had a few slider foods (but a bite or two rather than the whole plate/bag/etc). Ice cream is too sweet, but I tried anyway. food does not rule my life anymore. Hopefully it stays that way! My family used to go out to eat several times a week, but it's such a pain finding something I will eat, or finding something my husband will eat that fits into my plan. It's definitely saving us money!

If you LOSE weight, you will have LOOSE skin. There's the difference. I don't judge, just cringe. It is difficult (for us old-timers at least) to type on a mobile device, so the run-ons and short hand don't bug me too much.

@@Rogofulm @@Twinmomma422 - I received my Tervis tumbler yesterday, the lid should get here today.

I'm 5 months post-op and have had severe nausea all day yesterday and today. I've only had 2 cups of hot tea total the past two days and no food/water/protein. No idea what is causing this. What have any of you done for this? I'm going crazy trying to live and work with this. PS - gall bladder removed during sleeve surgery, take prescription prilosec already if that matters???

@@MrsKarenC2008 I am 100% with you about missing food. Life is so much better without the gorging sessions, but something about it was very satisfying (until the guilt etc kicked in). Just need to keep focusing on the positives

8/31/15: 217 Thanks!

Holy buckets, you are sure hard on yourself! No one is 100% perfect, nor are we be expected to be. You are very diligent in your tracking and cognizant of your Protein, Water and carb consumption. That is awesome! Please don't beat yourself up over a few calories or grams of carbs. PS - I'm very anxious to hear from anyone who has gone back to protein shakes/water for a week or two!

I had an experience like the OP. While on vacation a few weeks ago, I paid a family friend with a cleaning business for five hours of cleaning ($125). The entire house was decluttered and all surfaces clean, beds made, etc. #1)She cleaned the kitchen floor (except under a small movable cabinet) and dusted the chandelier. #2)The master bath was cleaned (except caulk and ceiling vent), and #3)the small first floor bathroom was cleaned (except for ceiling vent). I see she did some #6 on the list)dusting in the living room. That's it for five hours. I had prioritized that my son's small bathroom be the 4th on the list to clean and she never made it there. She texted me that I was probably super happy to come home to a "clean" house. I couldn't respond. So disappointed! GOOD LUCK! Obviously I'm not a good resource!

I am so grateful for all of your advice! It sounds like I need to focus more on planning and scheduling. I truly appreciate all of your feedback!!

Five months out today * My wedding ring (that I had to have cut off and resized a few years ago) now slides off my finger * Can walk miles without being out of breath - while holding a conversation * Smile more and receive more smiles and "hello"s from strangers and acquaintances * Got a pair of size 16 jeans in the mail yesterday (I have NO jeans that fit me right now) and they were too big. I could wear my original size 20 for the first 3 months, now a 14 two months later. * More confident at work and seem to be more respected in meetings and in general * Many more - this is an amazing tool we received!

That part of the surgery really suc*ed! I quit cold turkey on Jan 13, 2015 and surgery was March 26, 2015. I had been prescribed Chantix but never took it because it was so expensive. I don't have words of wisdom for you. It's so hard and cravings are beyond words. YOU CAN DO THIS! It is so worth it being healthy all around. You will be able to breathe better, making exercise post-op so much easier. Good luck!!