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First, I'm not sure, but jello is not usually a culprit for chest pain? Have you contacted your doc with this info? Second, regarding the timing of bites: I got mine down to a science. I'm also pretty anal, so this may be too extra for you, LOL: Take one bite Wait 3 minutes (I used the timer on my watch). Ask myself: Do you want another bite? If yes go to Step 1. If no, go to Step 2. If I have answered no to this question 3 times in a row, I'm done eating. Go to Step 4 Put your food away in the fridge and try again in an hour or 2. Goes without saying, it took me a pretty long time to eat a meal in the early days. And I got used to cold/room temp food pretty quickly. These days (2.5+ years out) I take 2-4 bites at a time and just wait a minute or so without the need for a timer. Sometimes I don't do this as well as other days and l'd pay the price either in uncomfortable chest pressure or barfs.

Don’t worry about the weight, it’ll happen. And the slow eating will be second nature after a while. The fluids thing is very important - sounds like you are off to a fantastic start!

Sounds great! How long ago was your surgery?

Before I support or condemn, I must know one thing: What genre of TV do you binge?

It’s the best isn’t it. Did you keep looking at the size tag cause you just couldn’t believe it? I put on my ballet costume from when I was 12 & it ft. So freaky. Blew my mind cause I wasn’t an overweight child. Congratulations. You’re looking fabulous. And I think it’s time we reclaimed our bat wings. 😁

Wow that’s amazing ! I don’t remember the last time I was a size 6 . That’s definitely a goal for me.

I hit 50# weight loss ( pre-op and post-op). I am getting closer to Wonderland! Gastric Sleeve is making the difference and making this seem doable and I feel in control for once. HW 264 ( 10/30/20) SW 235 ( 2/24/21) CW 214 ( 3/27/21) GW 130 ( TBD)

OH! Thank you for sharing this! I will definitely try it. Sounds great and a little easier to go down. I feel like I've tried a MILLION types of protein.

The Last Supper. LOL. I went crazy with food funerals. And it was silly, becaue there isn't anything I haven't eaten again after surgery....just in small sensible amounts. If you need food funerals....go ahead and have them. But honestly, you eventually can eat about anything if you watch your calories and balance your day.

Your manager sounds supportive which is great. Don’t be afraid to ask for the extra time though if you need it. Would they consider a part time return or reduced hours as other options on your return if needed? Just a suggestion. Good luck with your surgery.