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Girl you look so good. Dang those earrings look like they weigh 3lbs. LOL Don't be afraid to get some counseling because of the divorce - I did that after mine 24 years ago and it really helped - then 20 years ago married the most wonderful man. Keep your head held high!!!

Wahoo!

So sorry you have infidelity to deal with along with recovery, but the only direction is forward.....wish you well and hang in there.

You might have an immune system issues, get a full endocrine panel of all your hormones. Not to sound rude, but what John Frieda product? I see no class action lawsuits for any products by John Frieda and I would think if it caused hair loss it would be more than one person affected.

You need actual comorbidities - high blood pressure, etc. If you can work out 4x week then your ankles are tolerating that. Do you have sleep apnea or any other issues? If you were 201lbs your bmi would be 40 and most insurances cover people at 40 bmi.

You look good, and happy. Sorry for the bum relationship issues.

There is an entire forum on here about pregnancy and vsg. https://www.bariatricpal.com/forum/427-pregnancy-with-gastric-sleeve-surgery/

Checking in...had 4th NUT appt last week, it's all rolling on course. ( the hubs is originally from Warrenville)

I 2nd going directly to the ER, please don't wait, it's better to find out, kidney function is nothing to take chances on. Good luck and keep us posted.

so glad you went to the ER in time. Good luck on recovery.

Hello - by next June I will be a good 9 months out from surgery and able to eat a moderate diet, BUT I will be at a square dance convention in a Marriot w/o cooking facilities for 6 days, and the husband hate$ eating out. We will of course eat some meals out. But I have thought of a few things to take, but could use some ideas. (Hard boiled eggs, tuna packets, salad, yogurts) (don't say shakes please) We will be dancing our azzes off which is good.

There was a research study that peppermint oil was as effective as minoxidil (rogaine) for hair regrowth and more effective at stimulating the growth phase. Hair follicles changes phase every three months from active to resting. You can make a spray with 10 drops of essential peppermint oil with a carrier oil such as almond, jojoba, coconut etc and massage it in, leave in overnight and wash out or add it to leave-in conditioner. I am going to start using this now, three months before surgery. It can't hurt at any rate.

Sugar is a potent trigger for cravings. You feel good because chemically it floods your body with an endorphin 'high'. A little treat with added protein would be less hazardous. Be careful. Did you plan to do this? What preceeded this eating event - anxiety, fear, insecurity, etc.

What was the initial quote? And your stats? How long have you been in maintenence? Thanks.

You are very brave for 16 and I am rooting for your success, you go girl.

You look grand!

Good luck to you all. If spouses do not want wls, then make sure as your emotions change from surgery that you assure them that you are still attracted to them and value their company. It might be tough from time to time, and they may feel insecure, jealous, angry at your changes and unknowingly or knowingly sabotage your progress. In my first marriage when I would diet and lose weight insecurity would cause him to bring home all kinds of goodies to tempt me or want me to eat out and get a 'garbage basket' appetizer, etc. Now he wasn't overweight, but an insecure alcoholic that figured if I lost weight I would leave (I left fat, because I couldn't take the alcoholism)

One other thing, if you are lifting/working out a lot then muscles retain water to repair and what you need is more water, a lot more.

Thanks for all the ideas.

@OutsideMatchInside you may want to add your story for perspective please.

I just came across Dr. Duc Vuong's videos on youtube and he has a book with worksheets in it. He talks about making small daily changes before surgery and changing negative self-talk into positive talk and action.

You just revealed some of the issue - only 33oz of liquid and no shakes (liquid and protein). You are partially dehydrated and your body is holding onto everything for dear life. Drink at least twice that.

You say you are on plan but don't say exactly what and how much you are eating and drinking. Post the grams of protein, carbs, calories and ounces of liquid. Are you tracking daily?

Congrats! You are positively beaming from ear to ear!!!

As a preop person you will not find me lecturing you, but I am cheering you on - you can do it because the first three steps have already been taken #1) deciding you want the surgery #2) recognizing an issue #3) getting help to fix the issue. So you are far along in the success of the journey. I say HOORAY FOR YOU.