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I was comfortable sleeping on my side around day 10. Some people can do it earlier.

For me it was on the 9th day that I could finally sleep reasonable comfortably on my side. It is tough going through this kind of surgery and being a side sleep. I too am a side sleeper so I feel ya.

Odds are they will cover most of that but you will have copays. E.g. if a specialist visit costs $30 under your plan, that's what you'll pay to see your surgeon, psychologist and/or nutritionist. If lab work has a co-pay of $10, that's what you'll pay. If you have a deductible that needs to be met, you will have to pay that part before they start to pay. So if you have a $250 deductible, you will have to pay that amount out of pocket for various services before they will start paying. Call the number on the back of your card and ask someone at your carrier what you will be responsbile for. Every plan is different.

Yes, I realized that I have not seen any recent post from her either. It is possible she changed her name?

I see my PCP once every 3 months because she is concerned about the same. However, every time she does test, I am in the normal range of all my vital nutrients. I currently do not have issues with malabsorption. However, I do drink the Karma Priobotic flavor Water once a week and I still drink Vitamin water for electrolytes.
My surgeon is concerned too but I am good whenever they check. It could be an anomaly. I just do my check-ins when I am supposed to. She told me that the moment she sees the levels getting low, she will put more pressure on me to take them again (Do not get me wrong she is like a nagging wife (no offense) now. I can only imagine how she will be then).

Yes, I realized that I have not seen any recent post from her either. It is possible she changed her name?

Keep up the good work!!!

Well, did they put on you on the pouch reset? Also, are you tracking your calories and macros? I use the following Apps and fitness devices:
1) MyfitnessPal (I track my calories and macros (fat, carbs, protein))
2) Fitbit (I track my steps and exercise. You can link it to the MyfitnessPal)
3) Purchasing a food scale and smaller portion containers.
4) Try for interval workouts.
I hope this helps. I am sure I am missing some things.

Have you tried a warm compression? It sounds like a gas bubble that is refusing to come up. You may have to use a warm compression to help relax the muscles. Also, try inhaling through your nose and out through your mouth slowly. This is something that I did and after a while, the bubble came up in a loud burp.

My plan is working for me. It is tracking what I eat and exercising. I have one day where I have a high carb count. Then the rest of the week I have a low carb count. This tends to work for me as I have the energy to complete my fitness goals.
There is not one way to measure success. Some it is being at a normal BMI, others it is reaching the muscle goals needed to be strong.
It all depends on what your goal is and how well you approach it.

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.

Halo Top - I love Halo Top

Oh the dreaded stalls. I retain more with weight training & cardio. If I just do cardio, I have not problem losing.
I think it is because we are gaining muscle. Our bodies hold onto Water more to help heal and rejuvenate the muscles. By sticking with my current workout style, I have stalled a lot. Fluctuating between 3 - 5 lbs. On only cardio days, I lose a lot of weight but on weight training days, I gain that weight back.
I have stopped focusing on my scale at this point and have been focusing on the inches and fat loss. I see a huge change in my body, flexibility, mobility, strength, and stamina.

My plan is working for me. It is tracking what I eat and exercising. I have one day where I have a high carb count. Then the rest of the week I have a low carb count. This tends to work for me as I have the energy to complete my fitness goals.
There is not one way to measure success. Some it is being at a normal BMI, others it is reaching the muscle goals needed to be strong.
It all depends on what your goal is and how well you approach it.

I got pregnant after WLS. I got pregnant about 3 months out. I was not aware that I was. I did not know (I rarely get periods, so not getting one was normal). I was working out a lot, not sleeping enough, highly stressed out from work, not eating like I should and skipping Vitamins. I was about 5 weeks when I miscarried and found out.
It really messed with me mentally because I felt like had I known, I would have done better. I would have relaxed more, slept more when I was tired, took my vitamins. Made myself eat more. I fell into a depression for a little bit, blaming myself.
However, since I realized that I could have children, should the day come again, I want to be the best and most active me I could possibly be.
I never said anything about it on here because I just did not want people judging me. I never thought I could have children. I was told from 16 that it was not an option.
This is why I say, find an OBGYN who is familiar with WLS and pregnancies. Make sure you are eating enough, cut back on the exercise and when you are tired, sleep. Get a good night sleep. Do not put undue strain on your body and do not let things stress you out.
I know you wanted a positive story but sometimes the negative ones, help the most.

Oh, It will happen. It is your subconscious coming to the surface and trying to make you give into your wants. Honestly, I had a dream about going into the Supermarket full of Edy's Ice Cream with a spoon and opening all the Ice Cream and taking a spoon full, eating it and then putting them back in their place .
I do not think it is something to truly worry about. As long as you are doing what is needed to succeed you should be fine.

I had support from a lot of people. Mainly my mom and granny. They are my biggest supporters. The best way to help her is:
1) Reassuring her she is making the right decision (Many of us get scared and wonder if we are making a mistake. Do we really want to give up food? Are we really ready to change?)
2) This is an emotional rollercoaster and it is not going to be easy for her at all. (She is going to be moody, depressed, upset, frustrated. In turn, this will get on your nerves but be patient with her, it will get better once her energy is up and she starts seeing the changes)
3) If she lives with you, keep the junk food hidden and stock up on healthy food. If she does not, help her learn how to read the nutritional labels carefully. (Lol I ended up teaching my mom how to do this). Calories, Carbs, Fats, and Proteins per serving size.
4) When she slips up, do not hold it against her, just encourage her that the next day is a new day and to start over. (Remember, someone is being asked to change years of bad habits and like a smoker, it is not easy and we have drawbacks. As long as she dusts herself off and get back to it, she will be fine)
5) Get out there and exercise with her. Walk with her, head to the gym with her. When she sees that her change is helping you change, she will be more inclined to continue as she is as much your anchor as you are hers. (My brother and mother work out with me from time to time. They have slowed down as I am now comfortable to go by myself).
I am sure that I am missing more things but these were the top 5 that my family did for me and it really helped me stick to the program. I am grateful for this surgery and my life changing. The key to success is support, determination, and consistency.
I hope she has a great surgery. I love this tool and I would not change having it for anything.

Cashews are good for when you are full of sh*!!

Oh, It will happen. It is your subconscious coming to the surface and trying to make you give into your wants. Honestly, I had a dream about going into the Supermarket full of Edy's Ice Cream with a spoon and opening all the Ice Cream and taking a spoon full, eating it and then putting them back in their place .
I do not think it is something to truly worry about. As long as you are doing what is needed to succeed you should be fine.

400-500 cals at 2-4 weeks so far. I don't really go over 500 cals including Protein Drinks and Vitamins. (Not intentionally keeping them low--it just happens). I get 60g Protein daily.

In weeks:
Week 1 - 150/day
Week 2 - 200/day
Week 3 - 300/day
Week 4 - 400/day
Week 5 to 4 months - 500 - 600/day
5 months to 7 months - 600 - 1000/day (Around this time, I took up lifting and found myself being hungry more and needing more meals) - Slowly increased the calorie count each week.
7 months til Now - 900 - 1050/day

Congratulations.

You should be fine. As long as everything goes well with your surgery, you will be able to walk around. As @frust8 said to remember to drink lots of liquids and to take breaks when necessary. No need to be like a New Yorker trying to catch their connecting train lol.

You should be fine. As long as everything goes well with your surgery, you will be able to walk around. As @frust8 said to remember to drink lots of liquids and to take breaks when necessary. No need to be like a New Yorker trying to catch their connecting train lol.

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