Jolie_KeMi

So my hair has been falling out to the point where I couldn't wear white shirts anymore. I couldn't even run my fingers through it without several strands coming out. I started depending on clip in extensions and sew-in weaves because my own hair looked so scraggly. Saturday morning I went to my friends' salon and told her to chop it off...All OF IT! It's going to take some getting used to, but I like it.

You look gorgeous!! Congratulations. (Really cute hair!!)

You look fantastic! Beautiful! Everything. Lol!

I just cut my hair off in Saturday for this very reason. I just couldn't take it anymore. I've taken multivitamins every day and biotin since 2 months post op. Nothing worked for me, but some women on here have recommended Biosilk.

Happy birthdayyyy!! I have no loose skin either for the exact same reasons as Sleeve Of Steel. I also kept my arms, legs, and stomach moisturized with Palmer's stretch mark cream because it has collagen, elastin and Vitamin e. That may have helped a bit.

I eat pizza, but only the toppings. The bread is too thick even if you chew it 20 times. I love tacos. My excuse for eating them is that they have all 5 food groups in them. Ha! You just have to eat slowly and chew thoroughly.

Skinny Cow has a whole line of ice cream products that are delish! You can go online to see the nutritional info before you buy them.

I've been taking Biotin regularly since 2 months post op. I'm just one of those people who it didn't work for. Thank you! I'm loving the easier maintenance of the short hair. Can't wait to try different looks with it.

Wow! Thank you!! There are a few ladies I love to watch on YouTube as well. They helped me get through the last couple of months. Good luck with your hair!

Thank you VACookey! If no one else can tell, then you're in good shape. How long have you used the biosilk? I've never tried it &think I should start now so my hair can grow back healthy.

Post a pic tomorrow so we can see the new hair cut. Thank you, i love the super short look. I changed my profile pic so you guys can see it & since I screwed up the post.

My natural hair was always thick and healthy. I used the weaves for variety, but then it turned into a necessity. The hair loss wasn't bad until about 6months out, then it literally started falling out. I'm glad I lost enough weight to rock this look!

Thank you so much!

The link Pevette provided should take you right to it.

Aww man...the pic didn't load. Can someone tell me how to delete this topic?

Yep in the chip aisle. By the regular tortilla chips.

I buy them from Kroger. They are the Kroger brand multigrain black bean chips. Delish!

You look gorgeous Jas!! You should be so proud of yourself. Thank you for being open and honest about you're journey. You inspire us all.

I have a few reasons why I chose the sleeve over the band: 1. I have a friend who got the band Sept 2009. She lost 50lbs & never lost another pound. She even started to gain weight by the time I got sleeved in Oct 2011. If you search the forums you will see a lot of people who are getting their bands removed and considering the sleeve or RnY. 2. The maintenence of the band wasnt for me. I didnt like the idea of getting the injections monthly. 3. I heard that when you lose weight you can feel and/or see the injection port. No thanks! I've heard good things about the band, but the cons outweighed the pros to me.

Peach salsa and black bean chips. I only need to eat 5 and I'm done, instead of eating half the jar.

I bought the Genie Bras from Bed, Bath & Beyond. They're pretty good... 2 for $19.99. I wear them for sleeping, working out, and lounging around the house.

This pain you are feeling will be a memory soon. It's bad, I know & no one around you knows what you are going through. I didn't start to feel "normal" until about 2 weeks PO. Once this passes, you will feel better than you have in years!

My libido is very up and down. Some days it's all I can think about. Other days, I don't even want to be looked at. I feel sorry for my hubby because he is gorgeous and sexy and tries, but sometimes I'm just not there. Ughhh...It's frustrating! Lol. You're not alone.