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I'm also in an awkward stage that places me in between size ranges and have trouble finding clothing

It was absolutely authentic Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

I began my process at 250ish was sleeved at 238 in Nov 2017 and now I'm at around 200lbs 3 months out Prayers up! Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

My full feeling is like a lump in my throat . I never eat past that sensation or I'm absolutely miserable. Try using a timer , but some foods you'll just naturally eat quicker (slider foods ) because they have minimal texture and give minimal resistance during chewing. Other foods like dense animals protein will take a lot longer because you have to use more effort. But you should only eat until right before you are full anyway working your way to larger amounts over time , the time guideline is the suggested maximum time to eat Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

I invested in some pretty expensive clothes / coats because I thought i would be that size forever. When I had to give them away I had a small moment when I wished I could still fit them. Other than that no. Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

Adding protein powder to hot chocolate or premier caramel shake to coffee were my lifesavers Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

Exactly what I'm feeling Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

How will /have you celebrated accompaniments ,goals and good news since surgery (especially with others) ? I used to celebrate with food and drinks but no longer ... Looking for suggestions Almost to Onderland!!!

Oops... How about I replied to the wrong person in the thread. I mistakenly combined two separate responses. Well sir, best of luck on your appointments, you'll do great! Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

OK, there seems to be a ton of variations in the process from surgeon to surgeon . I had to see a psychologist, cardiologist, nutritionist and a slew of others. There was no looming deadline just as fast as you could move through the appts. I saw the surgeon and nutritionist at my first appt after orientation and was told the amount I needed to lose prior to surgery and the nutritional plan. I was only restricted from eating breads, grains and Pasta. I had to track and find the balance that I could stick with but was never required to have Protein Shakes so it sounded like you were on the 2 week preop diet slot of people complete right before surgery. And from orientation to surgery it was just about 5 months. Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

I do make my own but it's not cold brew. I use an old school espresso maker that brews on the stove top in about 2 minutes and chill it when I want it cold. Otherwise I drink it hot. And you're right I've been everywhere looking for decaf cold brew! Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

I also quit coffee 6 months prior to surgery, for myself, so I understand your pain. In about a week I was tip top. Post op I drink decaf with premier caramel shake as the creamer, it's the ONLY way I tolerate shakes now. I am curious why you are putting your self on a preop diet if approval has not been given yet? The nutritionist will guide you through that phase.This new diet/lifestyle is something you have to be comfortable doing for life, so the changes must be authentic which usually takes time to wrap your head around otherwise you may fail yourself. And we're all polling for you here to win. Perhaps you should try focusing on protein first, which will be your new lifestyle, and begin logging in an app to track calories like myfitnesspal Let us know how it goes Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

AMAZING!! Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

It's a Non Scale Victory, Something beyond the numbers on the scale Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

I like how you celebrate, I'm definitely going to get a few new pairs of shoes! Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

OK you just gave me hope I'll going to google lifting and create a plan get when further away from 200lbs , I can't stand cardio anyway Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

yes you're right I'll try to be more patient , I didn't gain it all in three months can't expect to lose it at that rate. I just HATE how expensive bras can be. I get them from Lane Bryant and they don't always stand up to washing and drying despite how much care I take to protect them (and I refuse to wear dirty undergarments ). I'm seriously going to look into the bra brands mentioned in this thread Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

I agree I should have taken more full body pre op photos I have like 2. I may start documenting with photos starting now Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

You sure know how to party! I'm going to have to tag along, you know for anthropological research [emoji41] Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

How will /have you celebrated accompaniments ,goals and good news since surgery (especially with others) ? I used to celebrate with food and drinks but no longer ... Looking for suggestions Almost to Onderland!!!

I've never heard of a hot tub garden, is it similar to a day spa? Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

OK so I'm stealing this one right away Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

Oh how wonderful! No more babies for me But for sure I plan to practice [emoji41] Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

I think I had a few unreasonable expectations, I thought I would instantly have boundless energy and my silhouette would reshape itself. I'm just the same mellow yet slightly smaller version of myself, but I'm not complaining. I guess I'm wondering if everyone goes in and comes out the same person (aside from the new diet ) Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app

You are too kind! Thank you so much. Can't wait for you to join us on the "losers bench" Sent from my N817 using BariatricPal mobile app