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I'm a therapist. I took one month off and was exhausted easily by lunchtime for another two weeks. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I am almost three months post op. I thought this would be an issue during the holidays. Instead it was great practice to take tiny bites and eat slowly. I didn't finish first and found I was far more engaged with people around me. I was designated driver which everyone appreciated Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Yes. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I wasn't cleared to exercise until 6 weeks. Your body likely isn't ready yet. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

My munches are worse post op. I do terrabites. One tiny blueberry does the trick. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I've started assuming anyone offended is just hangry Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Alright Hammer Down gets to be on the snarky team too, lol! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

If we could block people I would end up with about ten people. Lipstick Lady would be our supreme leader and Babbs would wear a crown. I agree the site was not designed to be mean spirited but I believe just as passionately that it was never intended to facilitate the level of coddling and enabling that far outnumbers the criticism. It's fine though. The success rate is low and I intend to follow the plan. Eat shrimp and drink alcohol at day 23- you'll survive. You won't get my support or sympathy but you'll find plenty from others here. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Alcohol with depression meds is a no no. Alcohol post op is a no no. Call the psychiatrist and be honest about your use and your behaviors. Take care of yourself. Your choices are the only thing you can control. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Congrats Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

This varies for me depending on what I'm eating. Sometimes 2oz sometimes 4oz. 2 1/2 months post op. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Nothing on that plate is appropriate. You need to follow the plan and listen to your body. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I loved Progresso Light chicken enchilada soup. Tasted like actual food. Full liquids post op phase is not a time ago be too concerned with carbs. Get your fluids. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

This freaked me out too but someone pointed out that swelling with surgery was normal and that would be that last area to respond. I was losing from middle by 1 month post op. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

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I use Aveda's Invanti system. I have found it worth the money. Also a hair, skin, nails gummy. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Congrats! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Also where your gallbladder is located, which doesn't enjoy big changes to diet. If it's unmanageable with pain meds, call your surgeon. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Tricare is different based on standard or prime and different again by region. I was bmi 35 with two comorbidities. Insurance required psych eval, 6 months supervised weight loss program. Tricare Prime West. Approved within two weeks of completing surgeons requirements. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Final instructions and setup of post op appt Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I'm two months post op and I wouldn't try a 12 hour road trip now. I absolutely could've been home alone, and would've loved it, at one week post op. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Julie, I too have changed my relationship to food (and many other things) due to my daughter's severe autism. Shes 16 now so these changes are ingrained in my functioning. It requires creativity but does not hinder my journey. It limits some snack and Protein options but I don't mind. When I required the sf products most was in my first month, in particular the two week full liquids. I chose things she would have no interest in so I could limit my exposure and not risk hers. This can be done but I would consult a nutritionist with biomedical treatment knowledge. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

You likely shouldn't be eating salad. Takes up a lot of of room without adding protein. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Best decision I ever made. I was skeptical even during the process of being approved. My favorite part is that it works but my choices determine my success. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I feel hungry when I forget my Prilosec. Acid mimics hunger pangs. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App