kimmy*custis

I am so sorry you are feeing this way Amy. Please, dont be so hard on yourself, it will happen and you will succeed, just give it time. I know how you feel, I just hated looking at myself and even getting dressed too, everything looked like a tent to me! Just keep your head up, maybe you can go talk to someone thru your insurance? Your kids need you to be strong and always remember YOU ARE WORTH IT!!!! Please keep us posted on your journey and remember...it will happen! Hugs to you!

Welcome Daisymooo! Congrats on your decision to change your life. You wont be disappointed. If you really dig in to this site, there are sooo many people who can tell you how happy thery are with their sleeves. I had my surgery 12 weeks ago ( 13 weeks on the 16th) and I am down 45 since surgery 60 total since Jan 15th. It was easy for me, I have had no issues at all. I am a west coaster too, yaaay! Keep us posted on your journey!

I was a week out when I finally felt better. It takes a while to lose the bloating, you will be fine! Just keep up your fluids and walk as much as you can...worked wonders for me! Good luck to you!

Best of luck to you! Hopefully you have a easy surgery and a uneventful recovery...keep us posted!

You are doing fantastic...it will come off, dont worry. Everyone is different. Keep up the good work! Have you tried to add some calories in, I have done it and it does kick start the weight loss in again. Best of luck to you!!

Great news, best of luck to you!

I agree, I cant wait for that day when I have to worry about that! I am with foxbins, add some good fats here and there, you will have to do some trial and error but you will find that balance.

Wow, you look amazing! Congrats on all your hard work!

Yaaay, what a great birthday present!

Yes, call him and make up , it isnt worth your stress. You need your family there with you. Best of luck.

Yaay to you both! That is great you can be each others support! Best of luck to you both!

I would cut out caffeine...at least for a while. I drink 2 cups of coffee a day, black, no sugar or creamer and have no issues. They want me to have decaf but I cant find one I like yet.

I like the new name!

You should start losing now, I did as soon as I starting eating. Best wishes to you, dont be discouraged, I know it is hard not to sometimes as I do occasionally but it will work for you, just give it some time.

I was two weeks out when my doc said I could start with pills again.

That is a great deal, try to get that done here, probably triple that amount...at least!

No, I have not yet but plan on it. I want to get a little more "in shape" before I do that. I wouldnt worry about what anyone thinks, this is for you and your health and it doesnt matter what they think!

Is it a absolute deal breaker if you dont lose the 25? I was told I should lose 25 and lost 15. I was approved before that already tho. I think they just want to see you can lose the weight, kind of a test to see how dedicated you are. I know they want to get the liver less fatty for some people. Just my opinion. Keep up the good work, you are really doing great, dont think you arent.

I am assuming it is cheaper there, I cant think of another reason to travel for a surgery. Everything is sooo expensive here, especially if your insurance doesnt cover it.

Woo Hoo! What a great nsv!!! Congrats to you!

You will do fine with the right attitude. I had no real pain, just a bit of soreness getting up and down, felt like someone kicked me hard in the stomach. My worst time was in recovery, I felt like I was going to throw up but never did. I had a sore back so I was up and walking 1 hour after I got back to my room, I am not a back sleeper so that was hard for me. Best of luck to you!

First thing....HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!! I am with Nancy, go spoil yourself with a massage, mani/pedi maybe a nice shopping trip. Celebrate the new you!!!!

I was eating lots at 5 weeks. Cottage cheese refried beans with salsa, chicken, lunchmeat, yogurt, just to name a few. Good old trial and error worked for me and I got lucky and didnt have one issue with any foods. Good luck to you.

Another thing at mexican I LOVE is ceviche...super low fat , high protein...minus the tostada shell.

I have the biggest smile on my face right now. That is one of the best stories I have read in a while. Congrats on your awesome work so far, keep up the fantastic work...and be easy on your husband...lol!