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Remember, each sleeve is different and a different size. Some can take water better than others. There are Sleevers whom can drink endlessly without any issues but feel the fullness when eating solid foods.

Is it certain foods? Are you tracking what you are eating?

I use the commercials as a time to eat/chew my food. While the show is on, I do not eat. This actually worked in my favor as I am a fast eater and even with a timer, I would be done eating before 30 minutes. Unless it is Game of Thrones and then I am not eating while watching because I will not pay attention. I will sit there and stuff my face and before you know it, have the foamy feeling and pressure in my chest.

Congratulations!!! Welcome to the losers bench.

Hi All, I am ready to get a Tummy Tuck. I am wondering if any of you used the Batriatripal Hospital? Also, what was your average cost? Thank you.

The liquid diet is one of the hardest parts. You feel tired and worn down the first 3 days. After that, your body will adapt to the new diet and you will start to slowly feel better. I was allowed to have non-starchy vegetables and I was eating cucumbers, spinach, and pickles. It will get easier after you get over the first 3-days.

I barely drink out of straw after my experience once. I have endless amounts of bubbles and pressure in my sleeve. It was like having a burp that you cannot get up. If I drink from a straw, I hold the air and breath it out through my nose and then swallow.

There have been some who have been placed on 30-day liquid diets. This is usually due to the amount of fat around their organs or as the surgeon wanting to ensure that the patient can follow the diet properly and succeed.

Hi All, As I come upon my 1-year post-op, I am filled with an immense amount of joy and excitement. This year has been a rollercoaster ride that has broken me down and rebuilt me at the same time. Like a Pheonix, I rose from the ashes of the despair and discouragement that came with having to create and learn a new way of living. I did not understand just how deeply rooted my emotions were in eating and how junk food had made me feel alive when I felt like I was dying and eating my life away. I have met most goals but have not met all. I have had to change goals or adapt to new situations with my body. Goals I Didn't Meet: 1) I did not reach my initial goal weight of 160lbs That is it!!! That is the only goal I did not meet!! Goals I Did Meet: 1) Lost over 50lbs 2) Gained Confidence 3) Kept giving the Gym my all (4 - 5 days a week) 4) Got under 200lbs 5) Got down to a size 12 (This size is actually getting to be too big now. Soon I will be a 10) 6) Stepping out of my comfort zone and trying new things without fear 7) Changed my body's composition and stamina. NEW Goals: 1) Reach 180lbs 2) Reduce the amount of fat in my stomach 3) Run a 5K 4) Keep this lifestyle that I have worked soo hard for 5) NEVER GIVE UP and STAY PATIENT I hope to have another amazing year of changes, challenges and reaching new heights. I really appreciate this group and it has been amazing to be apart of a community soo diverse in its personalities and struggles. Just remember, it takes Time and Patience. We will not reach every goal in 1-year but what we do achieve will allow us more years to enjoy life.

I had to do mines with my bra off. They said the underwire would affect the test. My technician was a female.

It is possible to stretch your sleeve, but that is usually once it has healed and about years out. However, some people are able to drink or eat more than others due to the size of their sleeve. Not everyone's sleeve is the same size. One week out, I could only drink water at 2oz a time. However, now I can drink about 6oz a time without a problem. However, food is different. I would suggest following your nurse's orders as you are still fresh out of surgery. Do not push yourself because the worst thing that can happen is damage to your staple line.

It is possible to stretch your sleeve, but that is usually once it has healed and about years out. However, some people are able to drink or eat more than others due to the size of their sleeve. Not everyone's sleeve is the same size. One week out, I could only drink water at 2oz a time. However, now I can drink about 6oz a time without a problem. However, food is different. I would suggest following your nurse's orders as you are still fresh out of surgery. Do not push yourself because the worst thing that can happen is damage to your staple line.

Hi all!!! As I reach my 1-year post-op, I am considering an Extended Tummy Tuck plus Lipo. I was wondering if anyone has had an Extended Tummy Tuck with Lipo done either at the BariatricPal Hospital or anywhere else and can recommend them? Also, what was the apprx. cost of your surgery? Thank you.

UHC typically takes 1 - 2 weeks for approval from submission. I believed that I waited 1 week for an approval. However, I knew I was approved before my surgeon because I called to confirm that my paperwork was submitted.

Congrats!!! Good luck. There is not a way to fast forward the day unfortunately but it will be here soon.

You would need to contact your surgical team immediately. The reason is, they would need to resubmit your information with a request for the sleeve. This will extend your wait time. Once they approve it, there is not a way to change it without having it withdrawn and new paperwork submitted. You are better off, having them resubmit for a new approval.

I would all kinds of sickly at that weight. Hell, I may look like a little kid. I already look like a teenager, who knows I might be able to pass off as one.

Oh, I read that question all kinds of wrong. We are supposed to weigh 60% of our surgery date weight. If I lost 60% of my weight from my surgery date, I would weigh 97.6 lbs and I haven't weight that much since I was maybe 8 or 9 lol.

It is 60% of your surgery weight date.

Most likely water weight and muscle increase. Keep it up. You will continue to lose.

It is called buyers remorse. You do not have the same relationship with food as you did prior to the surgery. Right now, food is not your comfort. Therefore you are feeling down. Have you ever heard the saying, "The body can achieve, what the mind conceives"? I ask because it seems that your anxiety with food now is affecting you physically. My first few months out. I would be soo scared to eat anything that I would make myself sick when I ate (subconsciously). I would eat three bites and because of fear of overeating, I convinced myself that I was full. I went from having one unhealthy relationship with food (loving it) to another (hating it). I gave up one eating disorder for another. I had to change my relationship with food. These first months will test you emotionally, physically and spiritually. They can either destroy you or make you stronger. Use this time to make a plan for yourself (goals that do not pertain to the scale). I hope this helps. Trust in due time it will get better.

Keep up the good work!!!

Congratulations!!! Technically due to my weight and height ratio, I am obese but I am not morbidly obese and I will take that any day.

It depends on if you're doing an overnight stay or multiple days. I did an overnight stay. I bought the following: 1) Sweatpants and a loose shirt (No bra, loose panties, socks) for when I left. Honestly, you are not going to want a bra on afterward. 2) Chapstick (Lips get really chapped) 3) Phone / Charger / Headphones (You will be drugged up and sleeping most of the time, with the walking around. You probably won't even look at your phone) 4) Toothbrush and paste (Even though you most likely won't use them. I didn't) 5) Your paperwork That is pretty much it. That is all I bought with me.