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BullRidinMomma2011    20

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Hello,

My Name is Jessica I am 27 years old and I currently weigh 278 height 5'5 1/2. My surgery date is may 6th and I'm so EXCITED!!! My goals for my life style change and journey is to for one loose at least 80 lbs by September for my husband and I wedding Anniversary were wanting to go to a romantic hotel suite. Second goal is to feel better about my self and be able to enjoy my sons rodeo's and not focusing on what I look like. If anyone has any helpful tips to give me for pre op , day of surgery and few days after I would greatly appreciate it.

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southernsoul    773

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Welcome, Jessica! I'm pre-op, too, but I can tell you there's TONS of information here. Look around, there are threads specifically addressing what to take to the hospital, the first few post-op stages, protein-boosting ideas, etc. You name the sleeve question, you can probably between 1 and 437 answers here. :)

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yeny    13

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Welcome!!' my surgery is for 5/4/2013 in Mexico with Dr Garcia when do you start your pre-op diet?

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CoreyCan    95

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Welcome! :)

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Chelenka    827

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Welcome! My surgery was on Feb. 28th so I'm 6 weeks post op and have lost 37 lbs (which includes the pre-op diet stage). You have a lot going for you that will help you succeed. You are young, and have a good support system. I would caution you though to not expect to lose a certain amount of weight in a certain time (for you wedding). While it's good to have a goal to strive for it can also be a set up for disappointment if you don't reach that goal in the time that you want. Everyone's experience with this surgery is different and your experience will be unique to you. Just try to follow your Dr.'s pre-op and post-op instructions as carefully as you can. I think you will be very happy with your choice in the ling run. I wish surgery had been available when I was your age! Although I probably wouldn't have been brave enough to do it then! Blessings to you!

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nurseghana    167

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Welcome! My surgery was on Feb. 28th so I'm 6 weeks post op and have lost 37 lbs (which includes the pre-op diet stage). You have a lot going for you that will help you succeed. You are young' date=' and have a good support system. I would caution you though to not expect to lose a certain amount of weight in a certain time (for you wedding). While it's good to have a goal to strive for it can also be a set up for disappointment if you don't reach that goal in the time that you want. Everyone's experience with this surgery is different and your experience will be unique to you. Just try to follow your Dr.'s pre-op and post-op instructions as carefully as you can. I think you will be very happy with your choice in the ling run. I wish surgery had been available when I was your age! Although I probably wouldn't have been brave enough to do it then! Blessings to you!

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I had my surgery 2/27 I have lost 22 pounds I am a slow loser

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Chelenka    827

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try not to compare you loss rate to others. 22 lbs is a great loss! Be proud of your accomplishment!

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vsginnj    415

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I had my surgery 2/27 I have lost 22 pounds I am a slow loser

That's about a half pound per day, keep that up and you will lose over 150 lbs this year!! Just sayin'.

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laceeb    27

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We will be fine!!! I'm ready to start this with you and show off the new us

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