Hello everybody, my name is Nicole. I had surgery on 2-24-14. My doctor uses out patient hospital services so I got to come home @ 10pm.

This is most definitely one of the most important choices I've ever made. And I don't mind sounding quite selfish because in fact I did it all for ME!

My stats: 5'6

S/W 272

C/W 254

G/W 140ish

I lost 12lbs in the 2 week preop diet, which was basically the Atkins diet, I was only aloud 40 grams of carbs a day, and had to achieve at least grams of Protein a day. I cut out all caffeine, alcohol and carbonated bevs when I started even though I didn't have, I just made it a lot easier now that I really can't have that stuff.

I'm so excited to finally start this journey. I have been heavy ALL my life. Even looking back at childhood pictures showed me over weight, not just big boned, as some like to say lol.

I love this forum, it's helped me so much.

Thank you to everybody :-)

I had mine done yesterday too..abdomen pain is nagging. Very dry mouth despite drinking. How are you?

I'm getting better I think, although this cotton mouth is crap! I feel like fire Marshall bill from in living color when I talk cuz my lips just stick to my teeth an gums! And I'm having a lil bit of a problem getting enough Fluid down, every time I take sip and it hits my tummy is cramps really bad. I'm sure it will get better though.

How are you feeling?

Welcome everyone, so proud of you all, and looking forward to getting to know you all.

Congratulations on a great step for you!