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It's wonderful when you start feeling good... Congratulations !!

I don't think you can really prevent it, it either happens or doesn't. I found hair thickening shampoo really helped making it look better, that and keeping my hair in a short bob. I did take Biotin and not sure if its worth getting that horse pill down every day but I didn't think it would do any harm to try. My hair is now growing as normal, 15 months out. Having skin surgery January and I bet it falls out again

@@VSG_Brandnewkindame Congratulations on the surgery ! I found hair thickening shampoo really helped, that and keeping my hair in a short bob. I did take Biotin and not sure if its worth getting that horse pill down every day but I didn't think it would do any harm to try. My hair is now growing as normal, 15 months out. Having skin surgery January and I bet it falls out again

Congratulations for everyone heading towards their surgery and new life. I did 18 days of 3 Protein drinks a day before my surgery and it was hard but I managed it. Keep your eyes on the prize Once again, Congrats x

Welcome to the mad house... lots to learn here and great support so make the most of it

I used Dulcolax in the end after trying loads of other stuff. Take a pillow and put it over your tummy whilst you are on the loo and try to raise your feet off the floor (a box might help).. I hope you get relief soon

Exciting times... I have mine in January. Hope it all goes well and make sure you come back and let us know how you are doing

Congratulations and best wishes for today and a speedy recovery

My garments are being provided by the company I am going with however they did say they would feel really tight. Are you having the TT and thigh lift on the same day? Hope it all goes well for you!!

Wow.. amazing !! Congratulations

Initially (and this is my personal thought) salad isn't the best thing to eat early on only because your stomach is still recovering, will be tiny with the swelling and you need Protein before salad. I eat salad now after 15 months and really enjoy it but there are times that i can't eat much, maybe a couple of bites after I get the protein in, on the plate. Go by what your team says, as I am sure there will be lots of differing thoughts here

I had four weeks off and wish I had taken 6 weeks. Recovery is different for everyone and it also depends on what job you do. Are you sat at a desk or are you on your feet all day? Do you need to lift heavy things? etc etc. I was still exhausted at week five. Just go with what your body tells you. Kate

If you are so allergic to iodine, it might be a good idea to contact the company to double check. Best to err on the side of caution. I love Protein puddings too. It's like having a treat rather than a meal. Kate

Congratulations and speedy recovery

@@msw Hello and Congrats on the surgery There are quite a few UK people here and there is also a UK forum you can post in. Where did you have the surgery ?

@@tapgirl Today is the day !!! Whohoooooooooooo Please let us know how you are inbetween all the sip sip sipping, walk walk walking and sleeping lol. Hugs Kate

You need to speak to your team about this as they are the best people to ask. Perhaps your body isnt ready for pureed foods yet and they will be able to guide you on how to transition to foods. Its a bit of a shock isn't it, feeling that ristriction! However its really early days for you, your stomach is healing so dont overly worry. Keep up with the fluids and Protein drinks and give them a call. Oh and Congratulations

Are you drinking lots of water? Are you doing enough walking? I tried numerous stuff which didn't do a thing but then I tried Dulcolax and it really worked for me. Hope you feel better soon ! Kate

A comfortable bed and good friends who would collect me in their car and take me out... even just for 30 minutes, then tuck me back into bed again.

Keep focused on the prize and not the scale Congratulations on the surgery!

@@Armygalbonnie Congratulations on the surgery.. be kind to yourself and you will have a speedy recovery

For most of us every day is better than the day before. You have gone through, not only a huge physical change but also the huge mental aspect of 'all of this'. You CAN do this. Kate

Perfectly said

I waited for a couple of week, but as far as Vitamin tablets went, I stuck to chewables for 4 months as I had a bad reaction to the tablet ones. I was very sick after getting it stuck so wanted to err on the side of caution. It wasn't a hardship. Kate

Looking good !! Congratulations Kate