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Hahahahahahaa OMG that sh*t is funny as sh*t....and ewwww so ga-rossssss

I thought I was the only one who has trouble actually losing weight (much less keeping it off). It seems like everyone else can lose 80+ pounds but gain it back. I've never gotten beyond 25-30 lbs. Are we destined to be the "slow losers"? For the record, I'm happy to be a slow loser, so long as I lose and keep it off!!!

Thank you and looking forward to your shares- there obviously are many of us that struggle with food addictions and obsessions!

Stay strong but probably best to come clean to your team. If it has to be postponed best to do it now rather than day before. So many things are connected with a surgery like this it would be unfair to you and them.
But first things first... focus on Nov 11 for the time being. Whatever it may be you’ll still need some healing time.. physical, emotional, both... so don’t just ignore this and focus on the bylass alone. Give each procedure its due. And good luck of course!

Aww shucks! Thank YOU!

I get head hungry but when it comes to actually eating something, one bite and I don’t like the taste or it fills me straight up! I can’t cheat even if I want to? I struggle all day to find something to eat that I will like, food is no longer the same to me, I miss it but its the price I have to pay!

Yes.....eating now is not enjoyable it's now just cause we don't wanna get sick or pass out but that GREAT full feeling after eating .......hmmmmmmmm. Is no longer

Head hunger is seriously real. I have to practice serious mindfulness. I take Prilosec 2x a day to help reduce stomach acid, which reduces my stomach acid so I don’t feel hungry as often. It’s amazing that stomach acid can make me “hungry” even when I’m not.

This must be a heartbreaking decision for you. I had an abortion due to extenuating circumstances in my life at the time so I understand this is never an easy choice to make. Stay strong and steady knowing this will be done as the best decision for you and your family. I support you too! xoxox

This must be a heartbreaking decision for you. I had an abortion due to extenuating circumstances in my life at the time so I understand this is never an easy choice to make. Stay strong and steady knowing this will be done as the best decision for you and your family. I support you too! xoxox

You look wonderful and you’re such an inspiration to me!! I love your posts, always so educational, thank you for sharing your knowledge [emoji846]

Yay Astros [emoji14]

All. Thank you so much for relating, sharing your thoughts and the encouragement and support. At the end of the day my biggest challenge is with what's in my head and appreciating what I look like now. I want to read through and reply, however will do the easy thing first. Here's my now, meow =) .
5'7" 194 - Size 14/16

I see many people discuss food relationships in post-sugery forums. While I'm scared, I know I did the right thing by taking a year in a binge eating treatment program to give me the tools & skils to be successful long-term. I will promote this every chance I get. I did not want to go thru surgery only to rebound. My program taught me how to regard food as other than a reward system or addiction. I do still need the surgery to lose the weight & control my diabetes. The program taught me to maintain and follow a plan. We all should have this training before surgery to better influence success. I will share so much more.

Congratulations on getting to soft foods. Once you get into food stage you will learn how to eat differently. The only way I know if I hitting my calorie and Protein goal is logging my daily food into myfitnesspal. It will calculate recipes as well
myfitnesspal computer
https://www.myfitnesspal.com/account/logout
myfitnesspal cell phone app
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.myfitnesspal.android&hl=en
how to use myfitnesspal
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=myfitnesspal+tutorial

Im finding that my skin has really cleared up this past week pre op with all the liquids and I’m now two days post op and I’m kind of glowing in the face! I might be mistaking that for a drug induced hot flash though LOL
I got several samples of Caudalie face lifting cream from Sephora and of course it’s amazing stuff with a heafty price tag but it’s very soothing and a little goes a long way- my face and neck are loving it! For new tattoos I always use raw Shea butter and that is extremely nourishing! As soon as I can put it on my belly that’s what I’ll start using again, for now I use all over.
Following, can’t wait to read what everyone else is in to....

Im finding that my skin has really cleared up this past week pre op with all the liquids and I’m now two days post op and I’m kind of glowing in the face! I might be mistaking that for a drug induced hot flash though LOL
I got several samples of Caudalie face lifting cream from Sephora and of course it’s amazing stuff with a heafty price tag but it’s very soothing and a little goes a long way- my face and neck are loving it! For new tattoos I always use raw Shea butter and that is extremely nourishing! As soon as I can put it on my belly that’s what I’ll start using again, for now I use all over.
Following, can’t wait to read what everyone else is in to....

Tomorrow is the big day (November 3) and I’m super excited! I am trying to pack and just wondering if anyone has any advice on what to take. I have to spend at least one night and I will have my cpap, phone and charger, slippers and a change of clothes. Also how bad is that first day after surgery? I am excited for this new chapter in my life. Thanks!!

Im on day 2 of purees and gained almost a pound. I am still not getting 500 calories a day in though I am only able to get down about 250 a day....but all pure Protein. I just made some scrambled eggs and added cottage cheese and it is Awesome!! I also pureed some tuna with some light mayo and a little relish and had that for lunch and dinner and it was really good. I am going to do it again today and add some boiled egg to add the protein. I think I stopped losing and gained because my calorie count it too low so I am just focusing on whatever i can puree up that adds some good protein filled calories today and see what the results are. My life is revolving around eating and drinking........

what a good idea with eggs and cottage cheese! I'm trying that for Breakfast today! I completely understand, my life and thoughts are filled with eating/thinking about what to eat and drinking. ugh

Tonight I pan grilled thin sliced chicken and I made a "stuffing" of cream cheese, grated cheese and green onions. I stuffed the chicken for the rest of the family and then took 1/4 of one breast and put it in the mini chopper with the stuffing. Soooo yummy!!

I don't think that drinking too fast will stretch out your stomach, but I would slow down nonetheless. If you are thirsty, you are still going to drink the Water whether you drink it all in 5 seconds or 5 minutes. It isn't worth causing harm to yourself, so you should take your time. When I workout, I drink every few minutes. That way, I stay hydrated and don't feel the need to gulp down water.
You haven't updated your profile information or given any information in your post about how far out you are. I would suggest doing either, as it would help others at giving you the best possible information/advice. If you were only a few weeks out, you would probably get a much different response than if you were nine months out so having that information is very important.

Coming up on twenty years married and two years post-op. Our marriage is stronger than ever.

It is no secret that bariatric surgery exposes the raw dynamics of our relationships. That is not necessarily a bad thing. People just can't keep their mouths shut and you will very quickly find out what people really think about you. Then you have to deal with it and distance yourself from toxic interaction.
People that you thought were your friends can be mean and unsupportive.
Family can be mean and unsupportive.
Workmates can be mean and unsupportive.
Often when a marriage breaks down after you begin to lose weight, it was already broken before your surgery. Insecurities and jealousies can only hide for so long.
As you lose weight you gain confidence. Spousse find out that you can speak up for yourself, and they don't like it. They may throw roadblocks in your way, like deliberately bring home junk and eating it right in your face. The balance of control in a marriage can change.
So, just be prepared for what may come. If your mate can't be supportive of you being healthy and happy, then they don't deserve to be with you. You will either have to fix or flee.

Oh berry Berry congrats to you!!! What a huge accomplishment and such an inspiration! Tonight!!!- you’re gonna kick that hills ass not the other way around [emoji41]