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I ended up purchasing clips that lock in the hair extensions, so I can reuse the clips with different extensions. I have wefts that I leave curled and wefts that I leave straight. They'e easy to switch out, and I'm not locked into that color because the clips are removable. Here is the link to the clips I purchased, and then I just asked the beauty store lady what type of hair to purchase... I suggest not going with synthetic as you can't use hot tools on it. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01LYRCOO9/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1518705853&sr=8-2&keywords=selfit-clip&dpPl=1&dpID=51noqMJuKYL&ref=plSrch

Originally, I had someone sew in 2 wefts, just to give me some volume... I don' recommend that route. It was uncomfortable and even though I was drinking Water, I found my scalp was exceptionally dry and irritated from it. I switched to clip in wefts, and I'm much happier now! I can wear them when I want to, and can deep clean my scalp when I need to.

I was thinking of clip-in wefts, because that would allow me to remove them when I want. It's no different than putting a barrette in your hair. I don't want to use glue or tape, if possible. I did see they have clip-in toppers.
My hair is thinning in general all over... Not necessarily balding or bald Patches, so I dint think the fibers would really help. I'm looking to add fullness to my hair.
I have an appointment with my hairdresser in a couple of hours. We're going to discuss options. She makes her own clip-in wefts.
I knew going into this that I would lose more hair than most. My surgeon told me that if you have fine hair before surgery, typically I could expect more Hair loss. I'm already growing back my hair, though! The combination of Biotin, keratin, a boost of Protein intake, adding flax seed daily, and Nioxin has worked wonders... I've got little baby hairs sprouting all over my head!
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I was thinking of clip-in wefts, because that would allow me to remove them when I want. It's no different than putting a barrette in your hair. I don't want to use glue or tape, if possible. I did see they have clip-in toppers.
My hair is thinning in general all over... Not necessarily balding or bald Patches, so I dint think the fibers would really help. I'm looking to add fullness to my hair.
I have an appointment with my hairdresser in a couple of hours. We're going to discuss options. She makes her own clip-in wefts.
I knew going into this that I would lose more hair than most. My surgeon told me that if you have fine hair before surgery, typically I could expect more Hair loss. I'm already growing back my hair, though! The combination of Biotin, keratin, a boost of Protein intake, adding flax seed daily, and Nioxin has worked wonders... I've got little baby hairs sprouting all over my head!
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I had very fine hair before surgery, and since my surgery I've had significant Hair loss (I'm 5 months post-op).
I have a national TV interview in October that I really need to look my best for, and I was wondering if anyone had experience with using hair extensions with their post surgery hair loss... What kind (clip in, tape, glue, sewn in) did you try? Did you like it? Did they cause extra damage/fallout?
Thanks!
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I was thinking of clip-in wefts, because that would allow me to remove them when I want. It's no different than putting a barrette in your hair. I don't want to use glue or tape, if possible. I did see they have clip-in toppers.
My hair is thinning in general all over... Not necessarily balding or bald Patches, so I dint think the fibers would really help. I'm looking to add fullness to my hair.
I have an appointment with my hairdresser in a couple of hours. We're going to discuss options. She makes her own clip-in wefts.
I knew going into this that I would lose more hair than most. My surgeon told me that if you have fine hair before surgery, typically I could expect more Hair loss. I'm already growing back my hair, though! The combination of Biotin, keratin, a boost of Protein intake, adding flax seed daily, and Nioxin has worked wonders... I've got little baby hairs sprouting all over my head!
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Hi from Austin, TX!

Just had to share my 2 month post-op photos! Look at them hips, though!
Starting weight was 254. Day of surgery I was 240. Today I am 200. Doctor's goal is 140.
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Just had to share my 2 month post-op photos! Look at them hips, though!
Starting weight was 254. Day of surgery I was 240. Today I am 200. Doctor's goal is 140.
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Just had to share my 2 month post-op photos! Look at them hips, though!
Starting weight was 254. Day of surgery I was 240. Today I am 200. Doctor's goal is 140.
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Just had to share my 2 month post-op photos! Look at them hips, though!
Starting weight was 254. Day of surgery I was 240. Today I am 200. Doctor's goal is 140.
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Just had to share my 2 month post-op photos! Look at them hips, though!
Starting weight was 254. Day of surgery I was 240. Today I am 200. Doctor's goal is 140.
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Just had to share my 2 month post-op photos! Look at them hips, though!
Starting weight was 254. Day of surgery I was 240. Today I am 200. Doctor's goal is 140.
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Just had to share my 2 month post-op photos! Look at them hips, though!
Starting weight was 254. Day of surgery I was 240. Today I am 200. Doctor's goal is 140.
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Just had to share my 2 month post-op photos! Look at them hips, though!
Starting weight was 254. Day of surgery I was 240. Today I am 200. Doctor's goal is 140.
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@@butterfly23 that is great progress, seriously

Just had to share my 2 month post-op photos! Look at them hips, though!
Starting weight was 254. Day of surgery I was 240. Today I am 200. Doctor's goal is 140.
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Congratulations on your success and results of your hard work! You will be to your goal before you know it.

Awesome job!!! Feels great doesn't it?!!

Just had to share my 2 month post-op photos! Look at them hips, though!
Starting weight was 254. Day of surgery I was 240. Today I am 200. Doctor's goal is 140.
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@@CharlotteKat
Please stop forcing your opinions on other people and giving criticism because they choose to do what they want to do.
They have the right to choose how they want to live their life and just because a "journal" says its helpful... doesn't necessarily mean it is "helpful" for that particular person.
People have a range of issues.. and it's not about falling apart when you see the numbers or lack of maturity.
For example, ill use my own experience... i was heavy, lost weight, got to goal, maintained for 6 years.. and yes.. during maintenance i did weigh myself frequently.. and that worked for me at that time, so i don't disagree it is helpful when you are in the right headspace.
Fast forward.. i had complications with my band and reset my basal metabolic rate.. so had to be sleeved so i can stay in the lower range calories.
So, i continued weighing like i did prior.. and it was stressing me out, i was putting too much pressure on myself and without realising i became too focused on the number, instead of celebrating wins like i had done during my first time.
I have 8 years of wls experience under my belt... and i know all about fluctuations, changes, Water weight you name it i have been through it. But sometimes we can not change the "mental" side of things.... so if a person who is experienced can go through those struggles... what about a newbie who hasn't. ..
I think each person needs to figure out whats right for them... if weighing everyday works... great... if weighing weekly works... great... if weighing monthly works... great.....
Losing is losing... regardless... its not a race... its lifestyle change

Last night, as a treat to my kids who both made A Honor Roll, I ordered pizza and a movie for them... I've been so good about resisting my natural urges to just eat whatever (I'm much more attentive to what I put in my body now).
As my boys dug in and enjoyed their ooey-gooey pizza, I had to excuse myself to the bathroom. I closed the door and cried because I couldn't have any pizza, and to me that is the most ridiculous thing I've ever done. I laugh about it now, but I was truly heartbroken last night. lol
So, what's your most ridiculous post-op overreaction? Anyone else ever cry over Pizza :-)
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Last night, as a treat to my kids who both made A Honor Roll, I ordered pizza and a movie for them... I've been so good about resisting my natural urges to just eat whatever (I'm much more attentive to what I put in my body now).
As my boys dug in and enjoyed their ooey-gooey pizza, I had to excuse myself to the bathroom. I closed the door and cried because I couldn't have any pizza, and to me that is the most ridiculous thing I've ever done. I laugh about it now, but I was truly heartbroken last night. lol
So, what's your most ridiculous post-op overreaction? Anyone else ever cry over Pizza :-)
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My post-op crying jag was about feeling like a real failure to have to remove most of my stomach to lose weight. By the time I lost the first 50 pounds, I was over it.
I have never given up pizza. I just don't order it anymore. We make it here with the cauliflower crust. http://allrecipes.com/recipe/232930/cauliflower-pizza-crust/
That way I can totally control the ingredients. Just had some over the weekend loaded with veggies and a bit of cheese. I found that what I missed the most from take-out food was the sugar, salt, and grease. I had to learn what real food tastes like.
http://allrecipes.com/recipe/232930/cauliflower-pizza-crust/

I feel ya. When my family has pizza I will eat to toppings off of one slice. Sent from my SPH-L720T using the BariatricPal App