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I have the same fear, like I'm going to work so hard and get no where..I pray that is not the case. So far nothing tastes good and I'm unsure if if I'm hungry or satisfied, not used to the feelings yet. I'm wondering how in the world I'm going to get in all this Protein in one day!? Any advice?

Well, it's almost here. Tomorrow is my surgery day.

I'm hoping and praying that it goes well.... the pre-op diet has been a breeze for me so far, other than a little diarrhea I'm doing great. Let's hope that the surgery and recovery (and weight loss ) goes as smoothly.

My only fear: That I'll be that one in a million patient who does everything right, and doesn't lose weight.

Any final words of wisdom from the veterans will be greatly appreciated!!

Anyone experiencing change in taste, seems like nothing tastes well!

Ok

I'm at the beginning of my journey but still can already see progress being made! Just over 4 weeks post op and down 15lbs from date of surgery and 35 lbs down since beginning Preop diet in April!

did you swell at first, so that it appeared you had not lost anything? Just had mine done 3 days ago, scale hasn't moved yet :-(

It's common during the first few days not to see any scale movement. You've just had major surgery. Concentrate on healing and following the plan your Dr. gave you and don't worry about the scale for a while! There is definitely swelling from the procedure.

Hugs to you - consider us your cheerleaders!!!

How is the activity going?

Mine was the 17th..great job you guys! What is everyone eating now?

Hi

I have had 2 ports replaced due to leaks cause by miss guided needles, and the others due to weightloss causing them to break free of the stitches that where holding them in place and my body rejecting them and causing lost of Fluid build up around the spot theye where.

In 2002 I had 5 operations to fix my port they decided in the end to remove it and let my body recover and fight the infection it had from it all.

That was July so over 12 months ago now in the mean time I have had my Tummy Tuck done which was called a half TT due to scars on my tummy they wouldn't go up as high due to blood flow worries they normaly go up to the ribs when they release the skin and fat from the muscles under it, but on me they could only go up half way to the ribs so I still have some loose skin there but hell don't have that spare tire around my waist that rolled over my belt a long way.

Hell it was a big tire as I have lost 300 pounds so far and want to still loose more I had the TT done earlier than Normal to get the port replaced, as it was the loose skin that cause last years problems.

Anyway if anyone has a question /s just ask OK

How does everyone generally measure out? 3 or 4 oz? Or less?

Ok

I'm at the beginning of my journey but still can already see progress being made! Just over 4 weeks post op and down 15lbs from date of surgery and 35 lbs down since beginning Preop diet in April!

How are you feeling, did you have your surgery?

Just had my surgery on June 17..I'm hurting pretty bad too. Pain meds help some..I'm eating tiny sips of broth and water..trying not to over due it..if I even take a a little more than a sip of something I feel pain and my stomach gurgles everytime

Going home today, I opted for 2 nights in the hospital instead of the one, just because I wanted to make sure all was well. Feeling better, no nausea. Still expected pain in tummy..and I have to be very careful if I sip something a little larger than meant..it hurts.

Just tried to eat for the first time, had a few bites of chicken broth and a cube of Jello and I'm full.. headache :-(

Hi everyone, laying in the hospital bed..I guess everyone is different..I am hurting pretty bad right now . .and nauseous. I have to stay on top of the pain meds..if I forget to ask and wait to long. .oh boy! Also the nausea meds. I'm keeping my eye on the prize so I can get through this..but wow! Thanks for cheering me on everyone!

Checking in at the hospital..I'll see you all on the other side

Woo hoo! I'll be joining you on the other side tomorrow!

Tomorrow's is the day!! Woo hoo!

Good luck!! Can't wait to hear all about it!

Surgery Date: Dec 19th, 2013.

SW: 267 lbs

CW: 177 lbs

Starting Size:20/22

Current size: 10/12

90 lbs down. 30 lbs to goal!

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@@no onions, Yay, June 17th is almost here! I can't believe it! Stay in touch with me!

How exciting lauraellen80! Keep us updated on how it goes, I'll be looking for an update @@Zane's Mom thank you for sharing that's inspiring!! I hope my journey is as great as yours!

3 months down and 60 lbs later. I feel like a whole new person. Life has never been so amazing. I seriously doubted my decision the first month. It was the hardest season of my life so far. But so so SO worth it. And I'm no where near where I need to be yet!!!

I love reading everyone's posts, June 17th here. Getting so very excited and nervous too. I HAVE hardly told anyone because I don't want to hear their opinions..lol

So I am super excited! I have waited for this for so long! I'm also very nervous. This pre-op diet is awful..I don't think I'm losing much weight. I'm scared I will be hungry after the surgery and ruin it. Ahhh anyone else have crazy feelings going through their minds!?

June 17 here - anxious, but feel prepared as possible. This site has been very helpful.