GradyCat

Do we have the same mother-in-law? Mine too! She'll talk about her friends, "She's as wide as she is tall" and "She's really large" instead of talking about their personalities or generosity or kindness and I can't help but wonder how describes me to others, probably, "My daughter-in-law is really, really big." It drives me nuts! She knows I'm a large girl, so how can she speak ill of other large people around me? Insensitive and unnecessary! And, to top it off, my MIL isn't exactly small herself!

I use a vanilla protein shake as creamer in my coffee. That way I get protein and coffee simultaneously!

I've thrown up "the foamies" (no food, just mucus) when I eat something too dense and then I know my body's not ready for it. Items include soft tortillas, steak, and ham.

Nope, I've never swallowed gum. Can't imagine it'll hurt you though.

Yes it's very common for them to find them and repair them during surgery. I had a small hiatal hernia they repaired with mine.

Well sure, you're excited and nervous. That's normal.

I've not heard that. I've thrown up the "foamies" with the sleeve when I eat a food I can't tolerate.

I'm 3 months post-op and I just bought the Biotin gummies at Walgreens and am starting them now.

They told me to bring mine to the hospital too but they never used it either. I was compliant with it post-surgery when I got home, no problems. But now I've lost 35 pounds since surgery (50 altogether) and I don't think I need the CPAP anymore. I did an at-home sleep study last week and am just awaiting the results. I had very mild sleep apnea to begin with too.

That's a good story. Hubby and I are doing that too, ordering one entree and getting an extra plate and I'll eat a piece or two of whatever he's having and ordering a glass of water, which I really don't end up drinking.

Okay, so now I have a better understanding of how this can work and I am going to give it a try. I'm sort of accidentally already doing it, I think. LOL! I am working my way through this thread and will catch up with all of the iterations of IF plans, how everybody's doing and find a workable plan for me. Wish me luck!

I was doing cardio in the gym 2 weeks post-surgery, but my doctor said to wait 6 weeks before doing any lifting greater than 10 pounds and to be careful and increase weight gradually.

Take what the nutritionists tell you seriously and stick to 600-800 calories/day, with protein being the main ingredient. Get your 64 oz of water or liquids in each day.

Never heard of such a thing. Good luck at your doctor's appointment.

Yes, I was required to do that too. It's just like shower gel, very easy to do, paying special attention to your stomach where the surgery will be taking place. Easy peasy.

He shouldn't have continued down that thread of thought out loud . . . People can be insensitive.

You made me look at mine . . . me too! Thanks for making me notice this. ?

Hello fellow Kentuckian! I didn't have Wellcare, but Humana, and I am in KY. It only took a coupkle of weeks once the surgeon's office had all of the records to review and submitted all the forms to the insurance company. Good luck!

I couldn't drink the hot broth or jello in the hospital either - the thought of them made me gag. I was so happy to have water with Crystal light while in the hospital when I was finally allowed to have liquids - it was the best taste ever! Good luck on your weight loss journey.

You're still on liquids, right? When you get to soft foods and real food, you'll feel the fullness. You won't be able to eat much more than 2 oz and you'll feel full right away.

I see it on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Bariatric-Advantage-Replacement-Chocolate-Servings/dp/B004WQJUCC?th=1

Congrats on your surgery date and good luck on your weight loss journey.

That's a good feeling when things start getting normal and back into a routine.

Congrats and thanks for the encouragement!

Yes, it gets better every day. Glad you're feeling well. Good luck on your journey.