NikkiRT

Don't have anxiety... you are about to embark upon the best decision! I am 6 weeks post-op and down 36 pounds as of today! I feel like I received an amazing gift and have never regretted my decision! I took a total of six weeks off of work and have enjoyed every moment of my journey! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

What causes this? So sorry this happened to you! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have seen recipes for a cauliflower crust and it looks great! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Amazing, amazing, amazing!!! You look amazing! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Has the person who started this thread responded or replied to the multiple comments left? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Yep, your healing and the swelling has gone down. Same thing happened to me but at about 5 weeks out. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had my 6 week appointment and the doctor said I am doing awesome! I have lost 20 pounds since my last appointment and 35 overall so far. I feel like myself, and I'm starting to look like me again. This was definitely the best decision for me and I couldn't be happier! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am not much of a drinker.. having said that I did have 1 small drink last weekend with no issues. I had a vodka tea and asked that they only put a half a shot in it. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am LOVING the thrift stores right now. I have gone down 1 pant size and down 1 size in tops. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My operation was on October 10th and I stayed one night. I was discharged the following day around 11 am. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I know everyone's plan is different but I was allowed coffee right away. I only have about 1/2 to 1 cup a day. I don't enjoy it like I use to. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I think it's mostly because the swelling has not gone down yet. Once it does you will for sure feel the restriction! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I will honestly say I don't regret it for a single second! The beginning was rough but it got better as each day went by. I am down 35 pounds and I feel amazing! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Amazing!!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am taking 6 weeks Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

5 weeks out Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm totally in! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Lift with your legs. I was pretty active around the house at 2 weeks. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I think I'm the only one that actually did not like the ricotta bake Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

The hospital Social Worker/discharge planner can also assist with this as well. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

What area are you on? Where are you having your surgery? Maybe there is someone in this group that could assist:) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Waited about 4 weeks.. husband was afraid of hurting me Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

No I don't think so... I tried it the other night and the issue was resolved:) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Enjoy! It will keep getting better and better from here! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Ok, I have mentioned this a few times in a few posts.. smooth move tea is all you need. Seriously, it works! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App