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Where we supposed to be on a heartburn med or was this a doctor decision? I have never experienced heartburn with this surgery? Just a question. . .

Yippy Ready2BHealthy, 3 more days and you'll be on our side!

Wow, at this time I can not even imagine eating 1000 calories let alone 2,000 - 3,000. . that to me is unimaginable. . I'm lucky to get in 600 calories a day! My calorie count daily is anywhere from 539 to 595 . . .

I had my first post op surgery NSV today! It was so neat. . . i moved my daughter into her dorms today and then we needed to go purchase some text books. . . well the book store is about 3 stories up with stairs only, by the time we got up there and looking around, my poor daughter was sweating up a storm, me. . .usually i'd be there sweating like nobody's business right along with her, but there I was freezing and bundled up in my sweater. . . she asked if i wasn't hot, nope i was actually very very cold. . . yippy no more sweating like a sauna

TeacherToni, I totally understand your comment, I too have always been watching and counting and so on, until . . . I started taking phentermine (big mistake never do that) and then i would eat whatever i wanted but in moderation and i lost 100 + lbs within 10 months, of course, exercise fit in there too. . . but i firmly believe moderation is the key. . no i didn't go wild on sweets or pastries, but stuck to 3 meals a day of whatever i wanted, no snacking and lots of water. . it worked and once i heal from this surgery and can eat normally again, i will definately go back to my routine, because this time I have to eat in moderation if not less. . . but i don't think counting calories will be in my agenda this time. . . carbs yes, calories no. . . good luck you're going to do great!!

Thanks G. i think i may just do that too. . .yes you are very right my friend, it's hard to let go of habits and behaviors we have gotten so used to over the years is it? My friend you only have 3 more days before your surgery! You are going to do so well. . . your going to love our surgeons and the hospital. . everyone is really really nice. . . I'll pray for you and your recovery, you'll need to let us know how your doing ok? You've done sooooo incredibly well on your pre-op diet, your amazing. . chat soon again!

Yes, the tuna scares me A LOT ! I mean, refried beans feel like and anchor in my chest. . and that is chewed up and watery, eggs go down great so does cottage cheese and string cheese. . I still do jellos, and puddings, they really go down great! I haven't tried pureed soups yet, I think that isn't until week 7 or something like that. . . for now i'm just following the dietician's guidelines for me. . . it's boring but better than choking right?

Yes, I agree with Tracy, i was told that i'm supposed to concentrate on protein and fluid intake right now, but i still don't get alot of calories in maybe 630 if that on a good day, and about 73grams protein. . . today was really bad, i helped my daughter move back into her dorm so didn't eat or drink properly, couldn't eat my dinner either, just about 2 oz, but at least it was something huh?

hahaha, Tiff your funny! In 2001 I had a major breast reduction the girls were huge, I wore a 58FF bra (custom made) they removed 14lbs off one and 12lbs off the other. . .now i wear a 42DD very comfortably, however, since the surgery I've lost a bit and noticed that the 42DD is very loose (literally) I can imagine I'll end up with biscuits for boobs, but that is ok with me. . . i've never been a fan of boobs. . .

I started feeling pretty normal 4 days out, and completely fine physically in 2 weeks. I can't wait to go back to work on tuesday though . . .

Hooray!! JeepChick is on our side now. . . good job! Congratulations to you honey! Now comes the fun stuff. . . just remember to walk, walk, walk, and to drink your fluids!

Definately A. . . it's the most cutest. . . plus that is more that shape of your face, so it would look really nice on you.

Yes, I was told the same as Mini-Me. . .it could cause damage to the healing tummy.

thanks ladies for your support, i know it'll get better one day, it's just a feel sorry for me day today i think. . .Oregon, you CAN be happy without a man around, you are a independant, beautiful woman, my daughter loves men, but she had found that with going to university they cause too much drama in her life, so she said she is not going to bother with boyfriends at this time until she is done university and has a stable job. . .then she'll look. . . she is a beautiful woman too and it makes me so proud to know that she wants to do for herself first. . . she has put herself front and center and is enjoying her life right now. . she attends parties and goes shopping without a man asking where, what, or why. . . she has male friends but that is as far as it goes. . .she is happy and you can be too. . . Judy, have you tried to tell him what you enjoy? I used to have a no skills hubbie, until i took my self and told him what i really wanted him to do . . in the beginning i thought i could never do that, what would he think of me. . . well turned out he had some fantasy things himself. . . so after talking it out, there's no stopping him now . . . try it, you might like it????

I had gas trapped in my left shoulder for 1 week, it really hurt, the best thing to do is walk and do shoulder stretches, a heating pad worked along with pain meds. . . hope this helps

Thanks for understanding Tiff. . . I asked DH if i can only eat 4 oz i wonder if i'd ever be able to eat 2 or more different foods. . .like hamburger, tacos, fajitas, chinese, or just a sandwich, daughter dear chimed in saying "well you signed up for this" DH just replied with "that's right, you wanted this" . . . that hurt so badly, all i wanted was some reassurance or something. . . but thanks for understanding. . . and sharing your feelings too. . .

I think i'm just having one of those pitty party days. . . i'm just feeling sorry for myself today. . . i don't want to discourage anyone from getting their surgery, it's a good surgery and will help anyone who needs it. . . but i didn't realize that food is used for so many things. .as a comfort tool and that i snacked so much before. . i always thought i had it under control . . . now that i can't even get as much as 4 oz in, and only of 1 thing, well i'm feeling sorry for myself. . . i'll get over it, probably just "withdrawal" sorta like an alcoholic i guess. . . have to go to a support class which falls on the 21st. . . the eye opened yesterday when daughter and i came home from getting her stitches out from her surgery. . . usually we would go to our favorite restaurant and have have a nice Mexican dinner. . .El Saboritos . . . this time all i could do is take her to sonic and watch. . . . but i did good, i hung in there with my stupid cottage cheese and Jello . . . yummmy . . . then of course i still have to cook for my family, well today is pot roast, mashed potatoes and corn. . . me, well yogurt and Protein powder, yummmmy. . . . i know this will pass one day but in the mean time i'm just feeling under the weather i guess. . . . thanks for listening!

I confess that i think i made a big mistake with this surgery. . . can't explain it, but don't feel right. .

Like Tracy suggested, i to would use a bit of alcohol on it daily until the redness goes away. . . could be contact dermatitis. . . if it doesn't go away with the alcohol and antibiotic ointment, i'd contact the doctor. . good luck

Thanks that makes me feel better. . . today is not too bad, I'm managing the 4oz of "food" but of course that "stuck" feeling is always there, except if i'm drinking the protein shakes or having cottage cheese, yogurt, and string cheese, but give me an egg or refried beans, and my goodness. . . next week i'm supposed to start on tuna! Lord, i'm having a problem with mushie refried beans, and now tuna? How do you all suggest i fix the tuna to make it go down better???????

Hi all, wow, have you all ever done well. . . keep up the good work. . WingRider, you will get to your 100 lb goal . . you seem very determined to do that. . . keep up the excellent work. . . this thing isn't easy but together we'll get there! I fit right in there with the heavyweights and lose alot faster then some one who is "lighter" . . . I'm not weighing in often, only each time i go to the doctor . . . so my next ticker move won't be until February 15th. . . i'm not going to use my scale, cause then i'll become a prisoner to the scale and be disappointed just like before the sleeve. . . good luck all! We can do this!!!!

I had my surgery in San Antonio with Dr. R. Cavazos and am very happy with the outcome. . .he is a very gentle doctor and answers all questions. . .he is the medical director of NE Baptist Hospital and heads the bariatrics. . . very experienced in all aspects of bariatrics, including the sleeve. . . very professional staff and they don't just drop you once you have the surgery either. . . you follow up with him for the following year after surgery and it's included in the price of $15,500. You have nutrition/exercise class, you get support group, and you can call anytime you need to if you have questions. . . hope this helps, if you want more information PM me and i'll answer any question you have ok? Thanks

Good luck to everyone! You will all do excellent! Put your minds to it and you'll be amazed how things fall into place! I won't be doing the weekly weigh in, but i'll chart on my ticker every time i do ok!

Best of luck to you! If your committed, as it seems you are, you can do anything you set your mind too!

Well here is what i have Breakfast: BA shake with 8 oz Mootopia and 1 scoop vanilla Protein Lunch: 1/2 c. fat free 1% cottage cheese 4oz sugar free Jello Supper: 1 egg (soft scrambled) 1 frigo string cheese. Maybe 519 calories Maybe 70g protein