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Yes. I started my journey on December 4th of last year and was operated on July 18th. It was less than 7 months. I was so focused on all of my appointments and things I had to get done for my insurance to approve that I never had time to worry about it. I was sleeved 5 months ago and am down a total of 102 lbs since surgery. But almost 120 total since starting my journey. I look like a completely different person and feel amazing. No more sleep apnea and no more diabetes!!!! U will do. Great

Hi everyone it's been a little since si posted. Just wanted to share. I'm 20 days post op. And I'm already down over 35 lbs !!!! Check out my side by side pics of the progress!!!!

I'm allowed to have flavored so I have vanilla. Chocolate and strawberry EAS whey 2 scoops per shake. Low carb and 30 grams protein. It's delicious with almond milk and a banana all mixed in the ninja.

First few days are extremely tough. But I'm now on day 12 and I'm like a new person. Trust the process. Things will get better. I'm here for support. Keep going ur doing great xo

It will!!! U just need to let the gas pass . Ask doctor for some medicine for nausea. Keep going u will do great!b [emoji176]

I'm good. I'm going for my follow up with my surgeon on Tuesday to get cleared for work. Getting the puréed foods down is still difficult. I get a lot of bubbles / air and it makes me feel like I need to burp. Ugh [emoji58] but I'm not gonna complain I lost 30 lbs but now the past 4 days have weighed in the same every day. I heard it's common to plateau after surgery a little and then start losing again. How's everything with u

Amazing!!!!! Right? Takes forever to get it down but just the chocolate taste hits the spot !!! I had my surgery on the same day as you. Goodluck with everything

The first 3 days suck. Until you pass gas. I felt like a balloon ready to pop. And once all the gas passed I felt like a new person!! Speedy recovery xx

I'm from Rhode Island

Today I weighed in 8 days post op 30 lbs lighter. I'm down 30 lbs it was empowering. I finally was cleared to walk on tredmill and ride bike at gym so I went to my gym and did a 30 minute bike ride and then had to run to the mall to buy a summer dress for my best friends engagement party in 2 weeks and I was one full size down. This is literally only ONE week post op. I'm onto puréed foods as well and for dinner tonight I got to purée a bean chili with fat free sour cream and a little fat free Mexican cheese. My ninja made it so smooth and it was beyond delicious. My biggest incision where they removed the stomach is the only one that is sore but my doctor said that's normal. I'm loving life!!!!! Love sharing our journeys Xo

You will do great. It's the best decision I've made. I feel so good I'm on a new path. Good luck and keep posted!

I am 6 days post op from Vsg and the only incision that hurts is the one that the stomach was pulled out of... it feels sore and almost tender. No redness, no heat, doesn't feel infected but def feels like a pulled muscle almost..... is this normal?????? Please help. I'm kind of freaking

I am 6 days post op from Vsg and the only incision that hurts is the one that the stomach was pulled out of... it feels sore and almost tender. No redness, no heat, doesn't feel infected but def feels like a pulled muscle almost..... is this normal?????? Please help. I'm kind of freaking

Keep in touch and let me know how it all turns out. I love the support and I love being able to talk with fellow sleevers. It's a great tool in recovery

Goodluck you will do great!!!! I'm almost. Week post op and I feel awesome it was the absolute best decision I've made. I'm down 25 lbs in a week.

Also Joann I am not a doctor but my surgeon told me if I got a fever to call him immediately or to go to the ER. Usually it means infection. So I would call your doc or on call doc!

Also, Barbie I am still adjusting too I'm so thankful the puree stage starts for me on Tuesday.... The one thing I'm loving right now is high protein fat free Greek yogurt. It's my life savor right now

Hi guys let's all keep pushing each other positively. Love this. Support is extremely important in this recovery !!!!!

I'll be able to start pureeing tuesday .... I bought beans and sweet potatoes and butternut squash and peppers and I'm going to make some cool pureed soups. But for real I get so full so fast !!!

Dr pohl is the best in the state!!!! He was just way to booked and needed to get this done before winter cause my diabetes and liver were bad but I'm very blessed I loved my surgeon and I love how I am feeling now !!

I figured some of it was water weight... I feel great tho. I can't wait to continue on this journey

Hi Lillie Lou I'm not a doctor so I don't want to give false info but my doctor told me once I felt ready for the full liquids I could move on. My full liquid phase starts Tuesday. So I am slowly starting to incorporate some of the new things I can have such as non fat vanilla Greek yogurt and it was delicious. My husband and I will start making soup purées with our ninja tomorrow and then Tuesday I start the full liquid portion. I'm also extremely excited for sugar free pudding!!!!!!!!

Yes I would love to have support going on. Today I finally got to have high protein non fat vanilla geek yogurt. It was so delicious and it was a nice little break from the constant shakes. My yogurt had 12 grams of protein and one serving size was perfect I am pleasantly full. Now I will wait a half hour to start drinking the water again. How's everyone else today xoxo

Hi guys I am from Cranston RI I am 5 days post op. My doctor was Dr. Giovanni and Dr. Goyal out of Kent County Bariatric ProgrAm. My surgery went awesome and I am already home and in recovery mode. I've lost 21 lbs in the first week. I am looking for local support and would love to chat with anyone who's been sleeved in RI/Ma

I'm only 5 days post op and am following my diet strictly but I've already lost 21 lbs is this normal. I went into surgery at 352 and I am 331 as of today. I'm really excited just want to make sure that's normal. Did anyone else see rapid results in the first few weeks thanks[emoji254]