Ldyvenus
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From the album: A Few of my Favorite Things
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3 months Post Op .... Hair Loss
Ldyvenus replied to CantStopMeNow's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
I have noticed more hair coming out lately, I was hoping to avoid this phase as well. As long as I don't get patchy, I'll be okay. 😨 -
I am with you on this! I always wonder how people get their frozen leftovers to taste better? Piping hot and fresh is the way to go.
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Setting myself up for failure?
Ldyvenus replied to PAstudent's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
This is a great question. We all have different reasons for getting as heavy as we did. Everybody seems to have a different idea of what brings long term effective weight loss. Some are successful, some not. I don't want to be on a restrictive lifetime diet. For me, the sleeve is an opportunity to work on different ways to deal with stress and make healthier choices on a daily basis. -
Pretty sure I had a gallstone pass last night. We had chicken fried steak for dinner. Saturday is my cheat day and hubby cooks them once in a great while.
A little while after eating I got this pain in the middle of my chest. It continued to get worse, no matter what I did. I got nauseous, sweaty, and the pain spread to my back. I wanted to die. Then all of a sudden the pain just stopped. I am terrified of that feeling coming back.
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Tipping In Mexico? Feedback?
Ldyvenus replied to Aijan's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Tipping is a big part of Mexican culture. If you are further down from the U.S. border, tip in pesos. We gave the equivalent of $1-2 U.S. for dining, drinks, cleaning lady, valet etc. -
When do you start losing the weight?
Ldyvenus replied to Mamabear22's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I didn't weigh myself for the first week. Now that I am a few months out I notice a pattern, stall for 2-3 weeks, then a decent loss. Don't stress, it will come off. -
From the album: A Few of my Favorite Things
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From the album: A Few of my Favorite Things
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From the album: A Few of my Favorite Things
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From the album: A Few of my Favorite Things
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From the album: A Few of my Favorite Things
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From the album: A Few of my Favorite Things
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From the album: My Progress
I just hit 50 pounds lost today! I am currently 211 lbs. -
From the album: My Progress
I just hit 50 pounds lost today! I am currently 211 lbs. -
First I would make sure that your score has gone up before you apply for credit. Credit Karma gives you a free score monthly. Next, I would go to Mexico, for literally half of the cost. I paid $5000 plus flight.
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Complication? It's not working, there's a complication
Ldyvenus replied to TheBearguy8's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I felt the same shortly after I had VSG. I was also still hungry and craving sweets after surgery. I didn't feel much restriction, I thought maybe my sleeve was too big. I am almost 4 months post op, and am about to hit the 50 lb mark. I have no problem eating any foods: tough meat, salad, popcorn etc. you will feel restriction when you try cottage cheese or refried beans. Another tip is to imagine the food you are eating smashed in a blender. Carbs are usually soft and you can fit more, that's why dense protein gives you the best bang for your buck. -
Post pregnancy and have stacked the weight back on 😭
Ldyvenus replied to wouldntmindasandwich's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I read something yesterday that really stood out to me... If you can't eat it responsibly, then don't have it in your home. I think this is great advice. You should have a veggie tray and some already cooked chicken breast in the fridge for quick snacks. My MIL cooked a whole turkey and brought it over when I had my first, I thought it was the weirdest thing 😕 But all I ate for the first three days home was that 🦃. I was glad to have it handy. -
January 2017 Sleevers!
Ldyvenus replied to magnificent2015's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You are killing it Denise! I am currently at 217. Which is basically the weight I would usually see and start dieting to get closer to the 200's, my "comfort zone". I can eat anything now and am trying to go with the everything in moderation approach. Good luck to everybody! -
Not a lot of comments on weight loss?
Ldyvenus replied to Kearner's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You did this for you, forget about what other people think. Weight is a touchy subject, some people might not want to hurt your feelings. I haven't gotten many comments either. I generally feel awkward when someone wants to talk about my weight, even if it's a stranger making a comment while handing my drivers license back. Just weird... 😶 -
I would clean it with hydrogen peroxide and put some triple antibiotic on it for a few days. If you get any pus, I would go back to doc.
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I moved across the country this past week and I am noticing my desire to use food for comfort is really strong. I ordered a full burger meal for lunch on the second day of the trip, I ended up eating most of the patty and 2 fries. I felt silly after, what a waste. Theses cravings are hard to deal with sometimes, but that's the beauty of the sleeve, it's much easier to get back on the wagon. 😀
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What's your water drinking schedule?
Ldyvenus replied to GMen88's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I eat every 2-3 hours and I always wait 30 min after a meal. I bring a large 32 oz cup to work and drink all day until right before a meal. I refill the cup at home and finish it after dinner. -
14 Weeks Post Op - Multiple Stalls
Ldyvenus replied to FindingCarrie's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was feeling sorry for myself because I've been up and down the same pound for a week. I did my measurements yesterday and when I look at the overall progress 3 months out, it makes me happy. I will get there, this isn't a quick fix. 😉
