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Yeah you'll be fine. My doctor gave me meds for stomach cramping but I think I only took it twice.

1. I'm down to L shirts from 2X
2. I'm down a pant size to a 14 and have to wear my built on the 5th hole. If it's on the 4th hole I can take of my pants without undoing them.
3. I am now the weight listed on my driver's license
4. I'm officially halfway to my goal. 45 lbs to go!
5. My sister almost cried last night after not seeing me for a while. She kept saying "You're so tiny!"
Just wanted to share because I'm happy! Carry On!

I'm officially only "Overweight"! No more "Obese. (Per the CDC BMI calculator, not the one on the tracker).
HW: 238
SW: 226.2
CW: 170
GW: 145
Only 25 lbs to go!

I'm officially only "Overweight"! No more "Obese. (Per the CDC BMI calculator, not the one on the tracker).
HW: 238
SW: 226.2
CW: 170
GW: 145
Only 25 lbs to go!

I'm officially only "Overweight"! No more "Obese. (Per the CDC BMI calculator, not the one on the tracker).
HW: 238
SW: 226.2
CW: 170
GW: 145
Only 25 lbs to go!

I'm officially only "Overweight"! No more "Obese. (Per the CDC BMI calculator, not the one on the tracker).
HW: 238
SW: 226.2
CW: 170
GW: 145
Only 25 lbs to go!

I'm officially only "Overweight"! No more "Obese. (Per the CDC BMI calculator, not the one on the tracker).
HW: 238
SW: 226.2
CW: 170
GW: 145
Only 25 lbs to go!

I was told decalf before surgery, but at my 1 month follow up they said I could add it in in moderation. I have a 12 oz cup of coffee 4-5 days/week and my doctor is fine with that. They just said don't have like 3 cups a day.

Love this outfit!!

1. It is never too late to get healthy. The older members of this board are inspirations that have had great success.
2. You should not be worried about dying at 64. Medical advances can help you live far beyond what your parents or grandparents may have.
3. You can still cook. Just eat smaller portions.
4. At first I hid my surgery, so I understand. But I ultimately told my family and they were supportive so I would just say give people a chance.
Thanksgiving is a hard time to start your pre-op diet. But you got this. Just think of how much better you'll feel. And think of what you're doing for your kids and grandkids. You're giving them the gift of you. Remember that.

1. It is never too late to get healthy. The older members of this board are inspirations that have had great success.
2. You should not be worried about dying at 64. Medical advances can help you live far beyond what your parents or grandparents may have.
3. You can still cook. Just eat smaller portions.
4. At first I hid my surgery, so I understand. But I ultimately told my family and they were supportive so I would just say give people a chance.
Thanksgiving is a hard time to start your pre-op diet. But you got this. Just think of how much better you'll feel. And think of what you're doing for your kids and grandkids. You're giving them the gift of you. Remember that.

Baritastic is awesome. Definitely gives me all the info I need! And it's really easy to make meals and group things together. It may not have quite as big of a database as myfitnesspal, but I find that app overwhelming.

1. It is never too late to get healthy. The older members of this board are inspirations that have had great success.
2. You should not be worried about dying at 64. Medical advances can help you live far beyond what your parents or grandparents may have.
3. You can still cook. Just eat smaller portions.
4. At first I hid my surgery, so I understand. But I ultimately told my family and they were supportive so I would just say give people a chance.
Thanksgiving is a hard time to start your pre-op diet. But you got this. Just think of how much better you'll feel. And think of what you're doing for your kids and grandkids. You're giving them the gift of you. Remember that.

Baritastic is awesome. Definitely gives me all the info I need! And it's really easy to make meals and group things together. It may not have quite as big of a database as myfitnesspal, but I find that app overwhelming.

Welcome! And read up! This board eased all of my fears and taught me everything I needed to know for before and after surgery.

You're brave. But I think it's sweet that you're doing this for your husband :-)

You're brave. But I think it's sweet that you're doing this for your husband :-)

You're brave. But I think it's sweet that you're doing this for your husband :-)

Welcome! And read up! This board eased all of my fears and taught me everything I needed to know for before and after surgery.

from a 10 to a 4 whoop whoop

Completely agree with everything that's been said. It's all about sticking to your plan. You've done the band so you've made the lifestyle change. Just keep it up and you'll be fine :-)

Look, I kept who I told to family and a couple close work friends (2 of whom have had the surgery). I've lost 54 lbs so far and I don't think many people have noticed. But if they do and say something I'll probably come out with it. If they're real friends they'll support you. I think your bigger friends may be jealous that you're taking control of your health and they aren't, and your smaller friends may feel threatened. From what I've observed in life, people like having their "fat" friend. But ultimately, you have to do this for you. Just trust yourself.

Happy Anniversary!

Happy Anniversary!

Completely agree with everything that's been said. It's all about sticking to your plan. You've done the band so you've made the lifestyle change. Just keep it up and you'll be fine :-)