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Yaaay! So happy for you, keep us posted!

First thing...dont be so hard on yourself, you are down 35 lbs right? Sure, it isnt as fast as some of us but like they say...everyone is different. You seem to have a lot less to lose than most and sometimes weight loss is just slow...I know it sucks but look at the positives, less saggy skin, not having to buy new clothes every month etc. How much are your eating? How about water intake? I lost really quickly but now it is slowing the last 35 for me too. I try to mix it up, add more calories, change the workout routine when I have a stall and it seems to work. Best of luck to you and be easy on yourself, stress doesnt help weight loss either. Hugs to you!

I completely understand and have been there. I have no problem telling them to bring me a to-go box right away with my meal and explaining why. I go home with 3-4 more meals, I am a cheap date! I tell everyone I can about my surgery, keeps them from wondering if something was "wrong" with the food.

Thanks so much for sharing.

I got real lucky, my pcp is part of U.C Davis hospital group in Sacramento and they have some of the best weight loss surgeons in the area. The main surgeon actually trains others on the procedure so I was sold. I didnt really have to search but I would do some research, read some reviews and go from there. Word of mouth is normally the best. Maybe go to some support groups in your area and see what they have to say about their surgeons. Good luck to you!

Oh yes, if you didnt hurl...you are good. They are nasty!

Welcome and congrats on your decision. Keep us posted on your journey!

The only redness is where I was itching the most. I am trying real hard not to itch so I can check it out. I was wondering that myself, hair growing back maybe itching? It doesnt seem like it is growing back yet but...

Woo hoo...welcome to onderland!

I am on a acid reducer for the first 6 months...and I do notice it when I forget to take it. I woke up in the middle of the night with horrible acid reflux...I almost felt like I was choking and then it is hard to get that taste out of your mouth...pretty gross.

OMG Carla, I had to laugh but I am soo sorry you had that horrible experience. It had to be the sweetener in that pudding. Best of luck finding stuff your sleevie likes!

Congrats to you and your family. Best of luck to you!

I was able to have protein drinks the day I came home. I was eating mushies at 1 1/2 to two weeks and soft at 3 weeks. I bought several different protein drinks, crystal light, milk, yogurt, broths and soups ( which I blended to make smooth) Good luck!

Welcome Matt! Best of luck to you. You will love this forum, it is filled with information...helped me sooo much!

Congrats...yes...what is a genie bra?

I am so happy for you Gene, that is awesome! I too was just like you...pretty much zero pain. Congrats to you , best of luck on your new journey!

That is great, I was approved pretty much before I even went to my first visit...it was awesome not to have to deal with all that.

Yaaay! That is awesome, keep up the fantastic work!

I just love reading your blogs....you are sooo funny...and truthful! Thanks for making my day!

Wow, you look fantastic! Congrats!

Oh yes, it does get better. I was a meanie too but I was fine as soon as I started eating solids. Hang in there!

That is awesome! Keep up the fantastic work!

When you dont have enough calories your body goes into starvation mode, slowing your metabolism and burning the calories very slowly. Upping the calories kicks your metabolism back up thus burning calories faster and starting weight loss again. It does work...I change up my calories regularly.

Wow...you look amazing! Love the haircut by the way!

AAAAWWW! You almost made ME cry!!! I am sooo happy for you...congrats!!!