Beckie Payne

Sw: 258 8/14/15
Cw: 219 10/15/15
I love the sleeve!! I am getting my life back! And, my kids are getting their mom back! Thanks for sharing everyone! Life is so good!!

1/2 cup mashed with fork and add about 1 tsp. sugar free lemon pudding mix. Tastes like cheesecake. I either add fresh berries(blueberries/strawberries) or a tsp. of sugar free jam. Just delicious!

My favorite thing is to add a drop of vanilla, 1/2 a Splenda and some diced strawberries or some blueberries. Tastes like cheesecake if you close ur eyes:)

Simply Organic Greek Yogurt Dip Mix in Mediterranean Herb. I haven't tried it in plain Greek yogurt yet but I will (probably with cucumber). It is really good in cottage cheese.

OMG I have to laugh, I was reading this as a recipie rather than a list of different suggestions and was taken aback--Was considering maybe trying the odd combination but the volume of it all know you added the egg AND the chicken...LOL...and now on early could all that together be termed a chicken salad?
I think I need some sleep!

shriracha, curry powder, pumpkin or sunflower seeds(FULL FOODS! be careful with seeds, chew really well or grind in a spice mill), mixed into a scrambled egg with salsa, mixed into diced chicken and dried cranberries as a chicken salad.< /p>

I've been trying to find a new Protein bar which is higher protein and lower far/carb. Many of the Power Crunch bars, as mentioned, are awesome. A new one I found is pure protein. 19 protein, 200 cal, 5 fat. Found them at Walmart and Walgreens.

I have found that a lot of the "bariatric" products are overpriced and come in small amounts like a month at a time. I just get the feeling they are trying to cash out on us. Centrum has an orange flavor chewable that has daily amount of Iron needed which can save you from having to take Iron individually. There are roughly 90 for $10 and since I'm taking them 2 times a day that's enough for 45 days of course. Not a bad deal.

Wow! I didn't realize there were so many of us posting so much! 4 million??!!!?? Crazy! Thanks for creating this massive support group/support system! I do not believe there is a topic untouched on here...which is so super helpful. I don't need to look anywhere else.

I'm brand new to this site and about 5-6 months away from a potential surgery. This post is very encouraging as I seem to be a little on the fence. Congrats!

I just have to share my news with someone...for the first time in 13 yrs., I am in ONEderland! I began my weight loss surgery journey on April 9, 2015. It was not an easy thing to do, yet I have had so much encouragement from friends and family, it has been surprisingly do-able! At this point, 7+ months out, I have lost 86 lbs. and have gone from a size 26/28W to a 14/16W! My next clothing purchase will be in regular Misses sizes!!! I cannot believe how much better I feel! If anyone is "on the fence" about having surgery, let me encourage you to do this! It's life-changing! Life, for me, gets better everyday! I'm a 56 year old grandmother who can now play on the floor with my 18 month old granddaughter, and run around the house playing chase with her! Before my vertical sleeve gastrectomy, I could barely walk! Thank you, family and friends, for your love and support, thus far. And, thank you, Jesus, for continuing to hold my hand, every step of the way!

Sw: 258 8/14/15
Cw: 219 10/15/15
I love the sleeve!! I am getting my life back! And, my kids are getting their mom back! Thanks for sharing everyone! Life is so good!!

Not one second has gone by pre or post op where I have regretted my decision. Not one moment, not one glancing thought, not one fleeting wish...
The complaints I listed are absolutely nothing compared to the list of complaints I could have made while I was obese. I got my life back, and I gave my family the gift of being the absolute best possible me I could be.
I am abso-freaking-lutely thrilled every moment of every day.

Sw: 258 8/14/15
Cw: 219 10/15/15
I love the sleeve!! I am getting my life back! And, my kids are getting their mom back! Thanks for sharing everyone! Life is so good!!

Sw: 258 8/14/15
Cw: 219 10/15/15
I love the sleeve!! I am getting my life back! And, my kids are getting their mom back! Thanks for sharing everyone! Life is so good!!

Hi Miss Jessica! Have you had your surgery yet? It's great that you're trying to start early if not, but rest assured your body will tell you after your surgery. I made multiple alarms on my phone at first, to remind me when to eat. Maybe try that...and be sure you're eating only a little and still drink plenty of fluids. Good luck and keep us posted.

If that was my boss, I would turn her ass in to HR and get an attorney.

1 week post-op and feeling really good. For those just a day or two out, it does get better. Hang in there!
And I lost 12 lbs since surgery so I am very happy!
Have to do full liquids for another week then move to puréed. Never thought I'd be excited about puréed food but I so am!

I am sorry you are having so much pain. Please don't suffer in silence! Let the nurses know, or the doctor, or your coordinator or facilitator, or whoever is with you. Make sure you get on some pain killers. As for the gas, I know lots of people have the same trouble. All you can do is walk around to get your body metabolism going so that it can get rid of the gas. If you are out of the hospital, some people say GAs-x helps. If you can, send someone to the local pharmacy (or farmacia if you are in MX) to pick some up for you. Here's hoping for a day full of burps and farts so help you feel better

Had surgery yesterday
I hurt like hell gas is fucking crazy and my 6 sutures are extremely sore. Doctor said everything went really well. Threw up last night most horrible experience ever as well as you throat hurts like crazy. Was walking around yesterday but it's painful to push to pee or fart ;:-/

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Recovery is going very well for me. One thing I would suggest is using lots of pillows to kind of tuck around your sides to help support your belly in bed. I'm a side sleeper and is very difficult. My sister brought two squeeshy pillows with the little beads in them. They are wonderful because they kind mold to you.
Get your fluids in and walk, walk, walk.

Sw: 258 8/14/15
Cw: 219 10/15/15
I love the sleeve!! I am getting my life back! And, my kids are getting their mom back! Thanks for sharing everyone! Life is so good!!

Sw: 258 8/14/15
Cw: 219 10/15/15
I love the sleeve!! I am getting my life back! And, my kids are getting their mom back! Thanks for sharing everyone! Life is so good!!

Sw: 258 8/14/15
Cw: 219 10/15/15
I love the sleeve!! I am getting my life back! And, my kids are getting their mom back! Thanks for sharing everyone! Life is so good!!

Sw: 258 8/14/15
Cw: 219 10/15/15
I love the sleeve!! I am getting my life back! And, my kids are getting their mom back! Thanks for sharing everyone! Life is so good!!