I didn't see an OCT thread, so let's make one! I just got my date today and it's 10/9! Any other October dates yet?

1 hour ago, Judy Gaer said:

how do I upload pics on my desktop or app?

At the bottom of the response panel (right here on your computer or app), there is a paper clip symbol which invites you to upload pictures or files. Use your mouse or finger to activate it then upload the appropriate pic/pix from your gallery.

I have attached a pic to show you.

Surgery was 10/16, down 16 lbs from surgery date. Feeling great! First day back at work, and found out that my slacks I wore pre-surgery are not possible to fit in now. Have to go shopping tonight for a few pair to hold me over for a few weeks. It's good to be able to see and feel the difference, even in a short time. Almost 70lbs down from my highest weight.

43 minutes ago, MG1776 said:

Have to go shopping tonight for a few pair to hold me over for a few weeks

May I suggest, in the interests of your wallet (and its fast depletion), that you buy one snug-fitting pair of slacks for now and a set of braces/suspenders?

Much smarter when you're likely dropping two to five pounds [i.e. 1 to 2.2 kilograms] per week.

Tomorrow is my surgery day!!!! Hospital called today and said I need to drink a Clear Fast nutrition drink at 3am and be at the hospital at 6am for surgery at 8. After having it postponed for two weeks and being a bag full of jitters, I feel oddly calm and ready to go!!! I can’t wait to start this journey!! Happy Halloween everybody [emoji12][emoji13][emoji12][emoji13][emoji12]

Yay @MissT_SR Good luck and prayers to you and your surgical team!!!

The bottom is my 3week postop pic. I hope I posted properly. Thanks everyone for your support.[emoji3]

Beautiful! You look healthier and happier [emoji1360][emoji177]


Have a great day!
Amanda [emoji16]
HW 248 CW 241 Surgery Date: pending 11/21/2017. Goal weight 150’ish [emoji23]

wow. You are taking in 1200 calories a day at 3 weeks????? My doctor encourages 400-600 calories a day and I get it only 300 to 400 so far and I am 19 days post. Maybe the calories are too high.

Shoot I'm at 6 weeks and I'm proud when I hit 800

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On 10/29/2017 at 6:33 PM, lpsouth1978 said:

I had my sleeve done on Mon (10/23), and things have been going very well. The day of surgery was rough and i had A LOT of nausea after surgery. The nausea went away after about 12 hours and everything has been rather easy since. I have had no issues with nausea, gas or pain since coming home, I have not vomited once since the day of surgery, have not needed any pain meds since leaving the hospital, and seem to have nearly as much energy as I did before the sleeve.

I initially gained about 8 pounds immediately after surgery (as expected), but as of this morning I am down 8 pounds. I feel fortunate, because I have not had any issues tolerating anything yet, and have been able to get all of my Water and nutrients in with ease. I hope things continue to be this easy.

HW 355, SW 295, CW 289

I had my sleeve on 10/26. Came home 5 pounds over because of IV saline. Now one pound less than when I went in. I am getting roughly 300-400 calories on a good day. I use the Baritastic App, which I really like to help me track my proteins, etc. I got for the first time since surgery more than 60 g protein today, whew hew! (Though my dietitian says I need about 100g since I am 6'2"). But she and I knew I wouldn't be at 100 for awhile.

Does anyone else's stomach/intestines make a crap load of noise now?

Some things I can definitely feel my new stomach (too big sips of water, Jell-O), but other things like chicken broth I seem to be able to get more down. Anyone else having this happen?

My recovery has been pretty easy so far. I'm trying to get my surgeon to let me go back to work...

On 10/29/2017 at 6:33 PM, lpsouth1978 said:

I had my sleeve done on Mon (10/23), and things have been going very well. The day of surgery was rough and i had A LOT of nausea after surgery. The nausea went away after about 12 hours and everything has been rather easy since. I have had no issues with nausea, gas or pain since coming home, I have not vomited once since the day of surgery, have not needed any pain meds since leaving the hospital, and seem to have nearly as much energy as I did before the sleeve.

I initially gained about 8 pounds immediately after surgery (as expected), but as of this morning I am down 8 pounds. I feel fortunate, because I have not had any issues tolerating anything yet, and have been able to get all of my Water and nutrients in with ease. I hope things continue to be this easy.

HW 355, SW 295, CW 289

I had my sleeve on 10/26. Came home 5 pounds over because of IV saline. Now one pound less than when I went in. I am getting roughly 300-400 calories on a good day. I use the Baritastic App, which I really like to help me track my proteins, etc. I got for the first time since surgery more than 60 g protein today, whew hew! (Though my dietitian says I need about 100g since I am 6'2"). But she and I knew I wouldn't be at 100 for awhile.

Does anyone else's stomach/intestines make a crap load of noise now?

Some things I can definitely feel my new stomach (too big sips of water, Jell-O), but other things like chicken broth I seem to be able to get more down. Anyone else having this happen?

My recovery has been pretty easy so far. I'm trying to get my surgeon to let me go back to work...

1 hour ago, Vsg10.26.17 said:

Does anyone else's stomach/intestines make a crap load of noise now?

Yes my stomach sounds very grouchy lol.

You look wonderful, glad you are doing so well. Wow 25.6 lbs in just over 3 weeks, that is amazing! I can’t wait to be able to say that [emoji177][emoji177][emoji177]


Have a great day!
Amanda [emoji16]
HW 248 CW 241 Surgery Date: pending 11/21/2017. Goal weight 150’ish [emoji23]

You will do awesome. It's tough even with VSG

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how do I put 2 pics side by side? How do I even upload pics? Want to give a before and after pic also. Judy

I have a collage app I make it there abd pay the collage here

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I have a collage app I make it there abd pay the collage here

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And post it* darn auto correct hates me

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Yay [mention=323436]MissT_SR[/mention] Good luck and prayers to you and your surgical team!!!

Thank you @ Sosewsue61 can’t wait so excited whooohooo

9 hours ago, Judy Gaer said:

how do I put 2 pics side by side?

1. If you have MS Word or Apple Pages, open one of them.

2. Set your page to LANDSCAPE.

3. (Optional) Choose a coloured background.

4. Drag photos from the file manager onto the WORD page or PAGES page.

5. Using only a single corner of each photo resize each to fit an appropriate height and width. (Trying to get them all the same height is usually best.)

6. Add any appropriate text.

7. Save your document.

8. (Optionally) take a screen shot of it.

9. Upload to Bariatric Pal.

HERE'S THE ONE I MADE ABOUT THREE WEEKS AGO BEFORE SURGERY.