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It came today. Its actually comfortable and the pants can be pulled up to the braline. The shirt has a zipper so it will be easy to remove when wet.

Ignore my messy bedroom.
HW 385 SW 359 CW 326 (56lbs down!) Sleeved 10/5/16

I'm in!
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Have you tried different temperatures? I couldn't tolerate cold Water but I could take small sips of warm Decaf tea.

Are you measuring your food and following your dietary guidelines? Are you getting adequate Protein and hydration? How about exercise? I learned a long time ago that BLTs will get you in trouble. That's bite, licks and tastes. I suggest you write down EVERYTHING you put in your mouth and be honest with yourself.

I'm excited for everyone here, I am always amazed at everyone's determination, and this is a huge step for so many!!!!
With that said I have noticed something that is really pretty rude attention seeking and here are a couple examples would be when some makes an announcement about something like being a week away from surgery and they get an attention seeker respond with a ton of me me me junk making the entire thing about themselves.
Or when someone vents and they get a dramatic me me me clearly trying for a one up response.
And my favorite is when something is posted up and some responds with something completely off the wall and totally about them self like a "Today is the Day" post and they get the "My surgery is in 2 weeks and I just started blah blah blah".
We are here to support each other, we need to be mindful and thoughtful of others and how they might perceive your comments, and everyone's program is different, every journey is different. Everyone deserves their Thunder!!!
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No not at all. RNY October 6th tw365, sw350, cw209 and pain free Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

Why do you regret the surgery are you not able to meet the goals your Dr has set forth for you? Sent from my SM-G550T1 using the BariatricPal App

I concur if your plan calls for liquid then stick to liquid the plan is there for a reason. Jmho
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I concur if your plan calls for liquid then stick to liquid the plan is there for a reason. Jmho
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I couldn't have turkey or mashed potatos until the soft food stage. Take and enjoy a favorite cream Soup. It is just one meal on one day. You have a tiny bit of room. You could even have a Protein Shake right before you go to help with temptations.

Y'all. I'm using this.

I sent everyone their PMs. So far we have 7 participants. Lets get some more!
HW 385 SW 359 CW 331 (54lbs down!) Sleeved 10/5/16

I was sleeved 4 months ago and I'm down 65 lbs so far - 30 away from my goal weight. I'm feeling great! Here's a before pic and a current pic:

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I'm a little over 3 months post op and couldn't be happier with my decision. My total outlook on food has changed for the better. I swear for me the pre op diet was the most difficult part! Here's a progress picture! Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

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Everyone at work thinks o am losing weight with the help of a dietitian and a trainer. I lost 40 pounds in six months but for the last two months, everyone has been constantly telling me not to lose more. It is so tiring to explain to them that I need to lose more and then gain some back as I readjust my diet but they don't understand so I just nod and say okay. I will try not to lose more.
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@@startinganewme - Enjoy the ride. Terms to know:
NSV - non-scale victory
Stall - the inevitable point where you body catches up on fat loss and readjust your metabolism and causes you angst for a few weeks thinking you are doing something wrong. Stalls happen, don't sweat it.
Hormone Rush - Since hormone's are stored in fat, you might get some strange emotions or urges you have never felt before. It's normal, but it may explain why you want to have sex more often, in strange places, with strange people.
Panic Points
Not pooping for a week to 10 days post surgery. Ehm, it will all come out in the end. You will worry, but don't.
New attention from people, which may bum you out because you feel like the same person, but people are treating you differently. Eventually you will find your new normal and the feeling passes.
I'm sure others can add to the list. Congrats.

@@startinganewme
welcome welcome welcome

don't worry, we don't eat newbies for Breakfast
no promises for lunch!!!
many newbie etc have trouble getting all their Water in
continue sipping slowly/frequently is the way to go!!
try drinking lukewarm/room temp water and/or crystal light
they might work for you too
7 days sleeveland
still around to talk about it!!!
you got it made in the shade LOL
drinking a Protein shake to your health
good luck
kathy

Drinking is definitely tough at first. I'm 12 weeks out and I can always get my 64 oz but sometimes I just have to hold my cup to remember to drink. Lately I've been doing 90 oz. You'll get there!

Hello everyone! Just found this app and it's brilliant! I'm 7 days post surgery after a gastric sleeve. I think I'm doing pretty well so far I'm only really struggling to take in enough Water etc. I find drinking slowly and sipping often is the best for me. I'm looking forward to giving and getting support on here.
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I take issue with you're Medicaid statement.. I'm retired on Medicare and because my income is so low I qualify for AZ healthcare the equivalent of medicaid, and I'm grateful to have the extra insurance. So not all medicaid subscribers are not whiners. Sent from my SM-G550T1 using the BariatricPal App

I had a follow up appointment with my surgeon this week, 7 months post-op. He told me I'm doing fantastic, should lose about 15 more lbs, and then, looking me dead in the eye and stated, "damn, I did a good job!"
He did, and I did too! I'm in shock daily at how for I've come this year. My head hasn't caught up yet though, and most days I still feel fat, despite what i see in the mirror. I'm OK with that though, because gives me the motivation to keep making good choices and keeps me from being complacent.
My husband and I went out last night to Celebrate our anniversary and we took a picture together (the one on the right, cropped him out for privacy). I just keep staring at it, I can't believe it's me, what I have dreamed of accomplishing all of my life.
Anyway, no real point to this post, other than I feel good, I feel happy, and I just wanted to share that damn, we're all doing a good job!

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I will be 7 months post-op in just a few days! Loving my sleeve. First pic was 2/14/16 before surgery, other was today. Sleeved 3/30/16 

Today I received the amazing news that I've been approved for the sleeve! Wahoooooo I'm so excited right now I'm also kinda freaking out because it's happening so quickly. I started seriously looking into this back in June/July. Of course I've been contemplating it for years but I'm still nervous. I know this will be the best decision I make but I also know that it won't be a walk in the park. Any words of wisdom are greatly appreciated!
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My date is December1 as well! I have been on the liver shrinking diet since last Wednesday. It's scary, exciting and challenging every minute! So excited for us!
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