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I don't remember exactly, but it was crazy fast (like how we lose in the first months after WLS). It was around 10lbs the first week, then 3 lbs a week after that...so maybe 4-5 weeks in total? You are doing great, and yay that you are already looking ahead to a little plastic surgery as a reward for your hard work. I also think PS helps you maintain b/c you look so freaking good that you aren't going to mess it up! LOL!!!

Oh wow!!!!!!!! You look amazing already!!! Congrats on the arm surgery!!!! I had my arms done last year, and OMG, I love my new arms! I love yours too!!!!! So exciting for you!!!! Can't wait to see how you continue to progress!

Congrats on your success thus far!!! My stats are in my signature, but I had WLS in December 2019, which seems like a lifetime ago, although it's only been 5 years! I maintained at 112-118 for the first 4 years, and then last year I regained about 20lbs. I decided to try Mounjaro and quickly lost the 20lbs, and am back to maintaining, and this morning weighed in at 116 (daily weighing is a must for me! LOL!). I didn't really have an hurdles or obstacles, and I confess that I sometimes feel a little guilty that's in been so easy! I'm turned 50 this year, but I feel better than I felt when I was 30 (and look way better too! LOL!!) I also have had a few plastic surgeries along the way, which I also highly recommend if you can afford it. I'm a brand new me!! ? Best of luck to you in your journey to a new YOU!!!

Have you tried GU or any of the other energy gels? I've used them for cycling, and they work well. I've also heard people make a simple PB&J, cut into small pieces and frozen the night before, and it thaws during the race or run, etc. Also try bananas, as they are usually offered on the race course. As I'm sure you already know, you don't want to try anything new on race day, so you want to get it figured out and practiced with ahead of time. Good luck!!

I did protein shakes and greek yogurt for breakfast for my first year. Boring, but yummy and satisfying!

I had my initial consult in October, and my surgery was done in December. My health insurance was going to switch on January 1st, and even though the new insurance would have also covered WLS, both myself and my surgeon thought it would be easier to just push everything through quickly and get it done under the 1st insurance. If I didn't have the insurance issue, it probably would have more like 3 months, but they bumped me up a month, which I loved of course!

My husband went on a camping/hiking/biking trip with his buddy. While he was away, I got caught up in my feelings, wishing that he and I could do something like that as a couple, but knowing that I wouldn't be able to keep up, would be uncomfortable, tired, sweaty, etc. I started googling, found a surgeon who was having an initial class for potential patients, and signed up for the class. A week later, I picked up my husband from his camping trip, and told him I was going to have WLS. I was scared to tell him, but he was so supportive, and I knew I'd made the right decision. It's been a dream life ever since!!! We still talk about the day I picked him up from his trip and announced my surgery! LOL!!

You are off to a great start! Best of luck with the surgery!!

I love getting 2-3 meals out of 1 restaurant meal! I'm a cheap date! LOL!!!!

I lived in sports bras for about a year! This one is mt favorite, b/c it fits like a regular bra, no uniboob! https://www.amazon.com/SYROKAN-Support-Racerback-Lightly-Underwire/dp/B0722VV42X/ref=sr_1_9?crid=78LPY63G5L37&keywords=syrokan+sports+bras+for+women&qid=1684006010&sprefix=syroken%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-9

Hello and Welcome!! Fingers crossed for a quick insurance approval, and then you will be off to the races!!

I would get the Medium. Order if from Amazon, and if it's too small, you can quicky exchange it. I would also recommend getting a garment that covers the thighs b/c you want it to be tight, and not dig in. I would think the ones that stop at the hips, would dig in and irritate the skin. Good luck!! Don't forget to take lots of before and after pics!!

Surgery was yesterday, and it went great. My pain is minimal. Feels like i just had some dental work done, but the pain meds are really doing their job! I had a quick post-op visit this morning, where they removed my gauze and gave me a compression garment. I will wear the garment 24/7 for the next 2 weeks, After that, I will just wear it when I'm sleeping. Not sure if I mentioned, but for the fat transfer, She used lipo to take the fat from my inner knees. She said that knee fat is stubborn which makes it great to use for tat transfers. I also get the added bonus of getting a little jump start on my thigh lift, I go back on Tuesday to get my sutures removed. Also, I'm allowed to take a shower tomorrow night! Woo hoo!! That's all for now!! ?

Not Kaiser, but in my case, they did a nicotine test and a pregnancy test on the date of surgery.

Best of luck to you!!!!! You've got this!!

I also didn't require any help once I got home. I was sleepy and took lots of naps, but other than that I felt completely fine. If I recall my surgery was on a Wednesday, and I was back to work on Monday. Best of luck to you!!!

Ok, so like I said, tomorrow is my facelift! I’m getting lower facelift with fat transfer to nasal folds and marionette lines and a lower bleph for under my eyes. Taking these pics at the most unflattering angle so you can really see the loose skin that I want to fix!! So to recap! Lol! Tomorrow is the fade and then I go back in August for arms and thighs. Super excited to be contingent my plastics journey!

Time to resurrect this thread as I’m heading back in for Round 2 and 3! First of all, I’m pleased to report that I’m still loving my results from my MMO! Current pic plus closeup of my scar which is nearly invisible! I’m so pleased with the scar that I decided to go for it and get the arm lift and thigh lift done. Would rather have the scars over the saggy skin and I’m tired of wearing long sleeves and pants to cover up. Before that though, I’ll be heading in for a facelift. Surgery is tomorrow. I’m so excited! Ok let me upload my updated MMO pics and then I’ll be right back to post my gross neck pics! Lol!!

Yes, yes, yes to being worth it!!! Plastics changed my life! Best thing I did for myself, besides the WLS!!! As for price? Yes, $30K for tummy and breasts is way too much in my opinion! I would recommend joining the Facebook Groups, there's a bunch of them, check out No BS Tummy tucks and Breast Mob. Lots of before and after photos, surgeon info, prices etc. If you are willing to travel, Miami is the place to go for a MMO! I would go private practice though, not one of the clinics, as the clinics tend to overbook, and then change your date at the last minute, which is a problem when you are traveling for surgery. I was initially scheduled at a clinic in Miami (for $11,500), but my preferred surgeon left the clinic, and I didn't want want to go with a different surgeon at that particular clinic. So I ended up switching to a private practice surgeon on the other coast (Ft Myers), and ended up paying $14,000. To me, it was worth the extra $$ for the private practice experience, etc. There are lots of private practice options right in Miami though. You can bring a companion with you, and stay in a hotel, or if you want to travel solo, there are recovery houses available that provide after care until you are ready to fly back home. Or of course, just stay local, but shop around a little bit more until you find the right fit and right price! Best of luck in whatever you decide!!

Have you tried greek yogurt? Dannon makes an apple pie greek yogurt that you might like since you like applesauce. Definitely try to get some protein in! Good luck!

I am in maintenance, and when I go out to eat, I usually order an unsweetened iced tea with my meal. It usually ends up being a waste of money, as I only drink a few sips though. It's like I can't drink and eat at the same time, even if I wanted to do so, b/c I just get too full. The only reason I still order a drink, is b/c I often get spicy food, and I need a little something to drink with it. I should just get water, but I really like having a little flavor in my drink.

Congratulations!!! I remember the excitement of getting the surgery date. It will be here before you know it!! Good luck!!

I have a Tijuana Flats nearby, but have never been there! I will have to check it out, esp b/c I've been on a Mexican kick lately!

I haven't tried the fruit cup before, great idea. I usually do the nuggets w/ the mac n cheese and give the mac n cheese (and ice cream cone) to my daughter.

I love places that have great kids meals! This is from Moe’s Southwest Grill. Burrito, chips, drink, and a cookie! Will get 2-3 meals out of this. Free refills on the drink and chips too! What are some of your favorite kids meals?