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I was so tired for the first week at least, I had no idea how I was going to return to work as scheduled bc I couldn't hold my eyes open for more than a few hours. I had no choice but to return because since I'm a secret sleever, I didn't know what to tell them if I took time off. (I have a set schedule. I work 7 days on and then am off 7 days.) so I recovered for my 7 days off. Anyway, I made it and the pushing myself to get up and getting working, helped a lot. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

For the first couple weeks i had a very itchy rash. EVERYWHERE! Most intense areas were my abdomen and breasts. Hang in there, it goes away. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

BCBS from what state bcbs of tx for example is 6 months of prior documented treatment. or at least was almost 2 years ago BCBSIL Also almost all insurance has changed, if you are super morbidly obese like I was, with a BMI of 60, there is no waiting period. Someone with that BMI is basically never going to lose weight on their own and insurance companies know it. There was a cost benefit analysis in the insurance industry that showed the benefits of bariatric surgery to their bottom line. Good to know. Her BMI is over 65. She is having surgery the 9th of this month and for the record, I couldn't be happy for her. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I stall once monthly. For the last 3 months it's been right on schedule. Starts the first of the month and lasts till mid month. It's frustrating as hell but every month it picks right up and I loose 15 or so lbs the last 2 weeks of the month. Don't worry, you will start losing again too. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Yes. I never eat more than 700-800 calories either. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Mine never gives me that warning. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I limit myself to one serving which is 100 calories. When I buy the bag, I immediately break it into servings in zip locks for a grab and go to throw in my lunch box for work Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Yes! Same Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Let me know what u think Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I won't block you but I do mean what I said. That is exactly how you and that other girl made me feel and I know that you know that. Perhaps some of us are just kinder when we speak to those who are stuggling, I don't know. It was hard to pick up on your concern and easy to pick up on the ridicule. Anyway, thanks for the goodluck. Sent from my SM-G530T using the BariatricPal App Don't sweat it. Take it as a lesson learned and move on. Also, don't sweat the rudeness you will seen on this site. I do not know how long you have been on the site but you will learn very quickly that there are about 3-4 people who only comment of people's threads to create drama. I do not know what they are lacking in their personal life to want to do this, but it's sad. I feel sorry for them. I do not answer to them, I do not pay them no mind. You should do the same. Btw, pudding was allowed on my plan, a week out as well (sugar free of course). Sure this site is for honest feedback but there is a proper way to give it without the person feeling belittled or like a failure. The girl admitted that she knew she messed up so why continue to rub it in her face that she did? Does that make you feel like the cool kid on the play ground? Perhaps, she wanted to unload the guilt she was feeling and get it off her chest but was ashamed and didn't want to talk to anyone she knew. It's much easier to admit mistakes to a group of people that you don't know. Perhaps, like me, she had this WILD idea that people in an advice/support forum might actually be supportive. Smh. Also, who are y'all to question what her doc says she can have and who are you to question why she posted what she did? You are just a member of a group, in no greater capacity than any one of us. Catty people are the worst. It's the holiday season! don't be so miserable. Be jolly With that said, I too am a medical professional and I do think you should mention it to your surgeon for sure. If you feel fine and have no pain or vomiting then wait until your next visit, but do mention it. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Gustavio, you're comment means the world to me. I really felt the support coming from you and that really helped me today. Yesturday I was in such a fragile mental state. After reading your comment this morning I felt so much better and really felt like I could learn from this mistake instead of just feeling shame and remorse. Sent from my SM-G530T using the BariatricPal App You know, I'm glad I could help. I too have been attacked on here by a small group that tend to feed off of each other's negativity. I was offended at first, but quickly found it funny that there was nothing better to do for them. Then just like with you, they tried to pass it off as caring "advice" lol please.....I wasn't born yesterday and don't need sarcastic or backhanded advice or concern. It's childish. Anyway, glad you are feeling better today. Don't be so hard on yourself. It's one day out of your journey. You got this!! Can't wait to see your results in the next few months. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I won't block you but I do mean what I said. That is exactly how you and that other girl made me feel and I know that you know that. Perhaps some of us are just kinder when we speak to those who are stuggling, I don't know. It was hard to pick up on your concern and easy to pick up on the ridicule. Anyway, thanks for the goodluck. Sent from my SM-G530T using the BariatricPal App Don't sweat it. Take it as a lesson learned and move on. Also, don't sweat the rudeness you will seen on this site. I do not know how long you have been on the site but you will learn very quickly that there are about 3-4 people who only comment of people's threads to create drama. I do not know what they are lacking in their personal life to want to do this, but it's sad. I feel sorry for them. I do not answer to them, I do not pay them no mind. You should do the same. Btw, pudding was allowed on my plan, a week out as well (sugar free of course). Sure this site is for honest feedback but there is a proper way to give it without the person feeling belittled or like a failure. The girl admitted that she knew she messed up so why continue to rub it in her face that she did? Does that make you feel like the cool kid on the play ground? Perhaps, she wanted to unload the guilt she was feeling and get it off her chest but was ashamed and didn't want to talk to anyone she knew. It's much easier to admit mistakes to a group of people that you don't know. Perhaps, like me, she had this WILD idea that people in an advice/support forum might actually be supportive. Smh. Also, who are y'all to question what her doc says she can have and who are you to question why she posted what she did? You are just a member of a group, in no greater capacity than any one of us. Catty people are the worst. It's the holiday season! don't be so miserable. Be jolly With that said, I too am a medical professional and I do think you should mention it to your surgeon for sure. If you feel fine and have no pain or vomiting then wait until your next visit, but do mention it. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Update on my meal from yesterday. Was on a steady loose stage. Losing .5 a pound a day since my stall broke. Now since I ate some carbs yesterday, I gained a half a pound. Wasn't worth it. Hope I am not going to stall again. I was going strong. Anyway, what's done is done. Keep on truckin Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am a secret sleever so I filled my plate up like Normal and ate at a slow pace until nobody noticed I'd barely eaten anything. I did eat carbs today. I hope it doesn't throw me into a stall but I thought, the hell with it. I've done so good and will continue to do good. I'm going to eat some of the broccoli and cheddar rice and some hash brown casserole. It was a measly couple bites of each but I do feel a bit guilty. I skipped dessert as I had NO ROOM! I planned on eating a sliver of pumpkin pie but didn't. My niece is due to get sleeved and RNY on the 8th of Dec. so today was the first day of her liquid diet! I felt really bad for her. She is around 360+ pounds and was literally starving looking at the tables and tables of food and cakes and pies. Poor thing. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Curious as to how you're going? Did your stall finally break? I'm 7 weeks post op and I've been stalled for 4 weeks. Everyone keeps telling me it'll start to come off again but I'm beginning to doubt it will. Tell me some good news. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Ugh, finally my stall broke 6 days ago and I have lost 9 pounds in the past 6 days. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Did you have the sleeve? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My fitness pal app is free and it will track your food, Protein, carbs, activity, weight loss etc. it has many restaurants items in there if you eat out. I've not found a single thing I've eaten to NOT be in the data base. Once you put the item in, it automatically knows and inputs your calorie, protein and carb count. It is really awesome for accountability. I also use an app to track my daily weight and on the days I don't lose or maybe gain a pound, I'll go back to my fitness pal and see what I ate and what I can change. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Stomach to stretch? Who told you that? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

That's awesome! What are your stats ? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

You are doing nothing wrong. STALLS are frustrating to say the least, but a natural part of the process that is hard to accept but ya may as well throw your hands up and say oh well, stay on track and wait for that stall to break. It will not be your last one. I've had a stall every month so far but just like clockwork, my weight loss starts up again. Be patient. It will happen if you are doing everything right. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Where do you buy this? Have you tried GENEPRO? Gene pro is what I've been using. It says it is unflavored but it is FAR FROM IT!! Also, how big is the sccoop and how much protein does it offer Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I also make cheddar cheese chips in the oven but they are kind of a pain in the butt. These are much easier. Also, another delicious treat I made tonight were skinny mozzarella sticks and used marinara for dipping. I'm telling u, they were just like deep fried mozzarella sticks. The recipe is on Pinterest. Just search skinny mozzarella sticks. If you wanna try them and can't find them, let me know. I'll screen shot it and post it. I served this with home made Salisbury steak tonight. Big hit. Yes I make my family eat my Bariatric recipes. Nobody complains. Lol. My husband had lost 50lbs himself since we started! My kids don't need to lose weight but if I can get them to eat healthy and not complain? I'm all for it. Pinterest, along with my cookbook from the doctor is amazing for new Bariatric friendly recipes Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My NUT suggested a snack food that she had recently tried and I have to say, when I get a knack for chips these are fantastic!!! Also, a good source of Protein and no carbs or sugar! By the way, I found mine at Walmart near the imported cheeses. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I ordered all my bridesmaid dresses from davids bridal 6 months in advance. However, I had a pregnant one so we waited till 4 weeks before wedding and it came in plenty of time and even had time for alterations. Do not order too early. It may prove to be a waste of money. U never know where and how fast u will lose the weight. I'm not even 3 months out and went from a tight size 20 to a loose size 16 pants already. You just never know what will happen month to month Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

You likely left the hospital weighing more than you went in pre surg. They pump you full of fluids. Don't worry, everyone goes through the same doubt Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

You have to force yourself. This isn't a suggestion, this is required. Fluid intake is the most important of all. Even over Protein requirement. In the beginning, I got a 1oz medicine cup and forced myself to drink one the them every 10-15 minutes. I used a timer to remind myself. Aside from the health risk of only drinking 20oz of fluid a day, it will slow your weight loss. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My doc said if it doesn't make you uncomfortable, use them if you wish. Every case is different. I have never had an issue with it. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App