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QweeNique we didn't gain this weight overnight and we shouldn't expect a miracle! You've done so well! Be happy with your achievements. I know I wouldn't have been able to do this without the help of my sleeve. Please set small goals and Celebrate when you reach those milestones! Stay encouraged throughout this process.

Thank you! I guess I just don't want to get stuck like I did with the band. I'm happy with my results but so eager to get to my personal goal! Thank you for the encouragement!

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Attn: LADIES!! A Group on Facebook has a 31 day challenge going starting today http://cdn4.blackweightlosssuccess.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/August-2013-Calendar.pdf!!! I pasted her link here for more details. It's a good way to get these unwanted pounds and get ( myself included) outta these stalls! Lets goo LADIES!!! In case you can't click on link on Facebook go to Black weight loss success and you'll find the info.

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Thank you

Just checking on you!!! How'd everything go? Praying for you a speedy recovery!!

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I have a question for all my post-op. I'm 1 day out myself and can't drink Water Every time I sip I throw up any suggestions? My doctor won't release me until I can tolerate some liquids

Hey conggrats and blessings on joining the fam. I had that same issue at first till my nurse kept it 100 and asked if I'm taking the old me sips....(more like gulps) or the new me sips. It made me slow down. Try one or two tiny pieces of ice let those melt then go down first. And see if that makes it any better. It takes time for your stomach to get used to the changes. So literally 1-2 drops of water is barely enough to have to swallow but that's how big your first few sips should be. I wish u the greatest journey of your life. I pray everything in this new life of yours is exciting as well as pleasing, and that you have no regrets. I know I don't.

Sleeved 9-4-12 starting weight about 449lbs, date of surg- 419 today I am 187.2lbs

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Hi ATLGirl' date='

Please forgive any errors as I am writing this message from my phone. I was quite excited to see this post after lurking on this discussion board for weeks. I have acquired so much useful info and courage from this board. I am just ending the beginning stage of getting approval for the vsg. My insurance company required a psych eval, documentation of prior weightloss attempts, a letter of medical necessity from my pcp, 3 sessions with a nutritionist, as well as clearance from a pulmonary dr and cardiologist. I have completed everything and have my 3rd this Friday. YAY!!!! So after Friday I will be playing the waiting game. I hope this process goes quickly. I teach and was hoping to be sleeved on my spring break (early April) but now if I get an earlier approval I might decide to do it sooner than April.

I see that you will be sleeved this weekend. I wish you lots of luck with your surgery. Are you required to do a two week pre op liquid diet? How has your pre op journey been going?

Nikki[/quote']

My 3 months ended Jun30th I was sleeved 7/22/13. I return to work 8/5/13.

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I have a question for all my post-op. I'm 1 day out myself and can't drink Water Every time I sip I throw up any suggestions? My doctor won't release me until I can tolerate some liquids

Have you tried warm liquids - tea and coffee?

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I have a question for all my post-op. I'm 1 day out myself and can't drink Water Every time I sip I throw up any suggestions? My doctor won't release me until I can tolerate some liquids

It takes time I had to stay an extra day because of vomiting for me it was the pain meds the nurse giving it to me w hardly anything on my stomach

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Oh and congrats .. To you

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FYI - relaxed my hair yesterday. It had been ten weeks and I couldn't wait any longer. I was so scared it would all fall out but everything was fine. I use no lye regular strength.

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FYI - relaxed my hair yesterday. It had been ten weeks and I couldn't wait any longer. I was so scared it would all fall out but everything was fine. I use no lye regular strength.

I know what you mean I went to the salon last week for a touch up and I have been trying not to manipulate my hair to much. I noticed last night that it is still shedding quite a bit though - I'm 4 months PO. Good news is I'm 75 lbs. lighter!

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