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Your body is healing and changing. Stalls happen. There will be many along the way. Let your body do what it needs to do and you do your part with meeting Protein and liquid goals. Excess frustration won't help you.

I'm on the same timeframe as you and I'm totally stalled. I haven't had my period since 2 weeks before surgery so I'm very late - and I'm pretty sure that's what's causing my plateau. I've also started upping my calories and eating more frequently, and I'm already lifting those tiny little 3-5 lb weights. I'm sure we'll both be losing again soon!
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I'm only 7 days post op but maybe you can try a different exercise routine. If you normally do the treadmill try the stairmaster or elliptical. Also around week 6 weights should be ok.
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I am new also Diva..I will love to be your friend.
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I am new also Diva..I will love to be your friend.
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Usually Sandy1010 the baby aspirin prevents strokes(heart condition) where the heparin regulates throughout the body. Especially in extremities.
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I'm 19 months pre op and have not experienced any Hair loss I just take my Vitamins as instructed

Gerri918 good fortune hopefully things will improve soon for you

@butterflywarrior. I will have my 6 week in November for lab follow up. In the meantime, I will continue on my increase of Protein and movement.
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@@Gerri918 good work...have they checked your labs yet for anemia and vit D deficiency? Those things ban make you fatigued too! Possibly it's also just the residual of recovering from surgery

@@Gerri918 are you getting enough Protein in? Exercise?

Hello all!! I have pre-op appt tomorrow and surgery date 10/28 can't wait! I have really thick hair planning on taking Biotin to prevent any Hair loss but look forward to reading about other peoples' experiences
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I have had the same questions and concerns when it comes to the differences in culture. I am glad you raised this issue. I have been watching the videos on youtube and there seems to be a slight difference in the journey of African Americans and other (based on what I have seen so far).
One thing that I did is went natural for the past year to minimize the hair loss if any (no perms). I am quite concern about this. My hair is thick and growing at the moment (or atleast prior to the surgery) and I have it braided. So, I guess I will see what happens when I take it out next month to get it redone.
While I recognize everyone is an individual and has a different experience, I am interested in seeing if there are any differences in the journey experienced between African Americans and others.
Thank you for the forum

Hi All!
So glad this thread is getting some play! I was beginning to think I was alone. I was sleeved on Jan. 22, so I think that makes me 17 days post op. I am feeling okay. I started mushies yesterday which has helped a lot. I am glad we have a space to connect. I do live in ATL (Gwinnett County) and I am 25.
I started this journey with wanting the Lapband (silly me). After reading about all the complications and speaking with a dozen people who all somewhat regret their choice. I decided on the sleeve. I was sleeved in Mexico by Dr. Kelly-Ramos and my experience was great. I paid about $5300 total. I am married with a daughter (7 months) and I work in health care marketing (CDC).
I am very new in the process, so I don't have much input on the on the side effect (hair loss, skin, etc), but I am exicted. I am already from a dress sizw 24 to a 20 and down about 30 pounds since my pre-op. So I am happy!
Hope we all can encourage one another in the process. Nice to "meet" you ladies.

I have been trying to find information that is just for us. I've been especially wondering about Hair loss and how it would effect a woman of color especially when one's hair is permed.

I am new also Diva..I will love to be your friend.
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Thank you!!
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Wowee what an amazing and beautiful change. You look strong and happy!
It IS worth the hard work.
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You look fabulous.
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Thank you all so much!
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I am so happy for you. You look great and happy. Congratulations
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You look great and such an inspiration
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Omg you look amazing!
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Hot dam, sexy m'am!
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Thank you so much, everyone! I do three small meals a day with one Fiber one snack (on occasion) . I don't eat any bread or fried foods. I only drink Water, skim milk and Decaf coffee. I try to watch my fat grams in everything I eat. I was a huge soda drinker before and I haven't had a soda (or caffeine) in 4 months. I definitely think that helped jump start my weight loss. I eat lots of turkey, grilled chicken and fish, veggies, cheese, Beans etc.
I feel like a new person and I am regaining happiness that I lost years ago.
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