mommyofLDS

At my pre-op orientation, the NP said that there is no medical reason to wait. She said just make sure you aren't in any pain.

I get severe migraines, and had to take Fiorinal a few time since surgery (contains aspirin). I didn't have any issues, and my surgeon told me as long as I don't use it often, I'm not really any more a risk of developing an ucler. Good luck!

Yes, every dietician will tell you the same thing. They seem to vary a bit on how much of what they want you taking, but in general you will need to take a multi-Vitamin, 1000mg of Calcium citrate, and a sub-lingual b-12. Your surgeon or dietician may tweek this a bit, depending on your specific needs. I also have to take an extra Iron supplement, which I do every 3 days.

I'm feeling really great at 4 months out. I don't have any issues with food, haven't had any major stalls, and only have about 40 more pounds to go. Anyone lurking here, trying to decide if surgery is right, GO FOR IT!!

Aww, thanks everyone! I love having this board to share my success with, no one in my everyday life "gets it" quite the way you guys do here.

Fantastic progress! Keep up the hard work!

You're so close to goal! The last bit are going to be the hardest, for all of us, but soo worth it! Great job on your progess so far!

I've been having issues with hair loss recntly also. I usually flat-iron my curly hair, but I've been wearing it natural lately so that it looks a bit fuller. I know that its apart of the process, but the hair loss really sucks!

Happy Friday the 13th everyone! Its been a great month. I'm down 90lbs, and have offically joined ONEDERLAND!! WOOHOO, so excited. I haven't seen a 1 before my weight since I was 15.

I've had a few times since I've had surgery that I've fought with my hubby over it. He's got that 'Leave you before you leave me' mentality going on. We all forgot sometimes that this huge, life changing decision doesn't just effect us. There are support groups for significant others because it can be hard on them too. I'm not justifying the behaviour, but having dealt with a similar issue, it usually just stems from insecurity. When I've had to cross that bridge, I find extra love and reassuarnce tends to calm the waters. Maybe he just needs to hear that you aren't having this surgery to find men or to replace him. Guys can be extremely self-centered at times (sorry men!) and need to be reminded that our decisions aren't always about them! If you want to fix this relationship, maybe just try to talk to him about his fears? Good luck!

You look fantastic!

Thank you everyone for your support! It's truly a blessing to have found this site!

That is sooo wonderful! Congratulations on your budding relationship, new suit, and awesome weightloss!!

My orientation date was 9/123/2010 and my Surgery was 1/3/2011. I could have had my surgery in Dec. but chose not to because I didn't want to be in pain or groggy during the holidays. I had to lose 21 lbs, and was 8 lbs under goal on the day of surgery.

No, my hubby couldn't stay with me. You will have a roomie, so there isn't enough room.

So glad to see that everyone is doing well. Amber, food is finally goikng down and staying down? That's good progress! I'm 9 lbs away from onderland, and people are starting to notice. It makes me a little uncomfortable at work when people comment on it, but I just say thanks. I guess i never really thought about that part, lol.

I have a hard time with plain water too. Robin recommended propel zero, and that goes down really well for me. The lemon reminds me of sprite, but the grape is my favorite. I find it at Safeway all time on sale, and manage 3-4 of those a day.

Hello everyone! Its been pretty quiet here lately, how is everyone doing? Well, it's been 2 months since surgery, and I'm down 31.2 lbs. A pound every 2 days is pretty good work to me. I'm eating most things now, but the worst thing that has happened is that I can no longer eat anything spicy. I love spicy meat, and every time I eat it I feel horrible, and have thrown up. I'm hoping that is goes away, but I'm going to give it a few months before I try again.

I'm 24 days out today, and down 20lbs since the day of surgery. I'm not weighing in ever day, ever other day at the most, and was really stunned when I realized how much I had lost in such a short period of time. At this point, I should be on pureed foods, but I've been a little aggressive and started myself on soft foods (early, I know). I haven't tried and dense meats, but I've been eating canned tuna and eegs with no problems. I have another follow-up call with Robin on Monday, and I'm guessing that she'll okay stage IV for me. I'm really feeling a lot better on the soft foods. I don't feel drained all the time, and can do more during the day before I need a break, How is everyone?