Mystie

I hope I don't lose there at all! Though I'll be happy to be rid of my bra band extenders!!!!!

It can depend on how big you are starting out, too. I've gone down nearly 50lbs preop and only went from a 28 to a 26. I've heard 10% weight loss is usually about a pant size, but it's not always so.

Is anyone else excited about getting some time off from work? My mother in law is taking my baby for the first few days since I won't be able to lift her up and chase after her for a bit. I'm kinda looking forward to some time to hang out at home, drink my broth, read my Kindle, and watch something other than Disney Junior!! Lol!

I had my gallbladder out a few years ago laproscopically and I'm wondering -- is a gallbladder removal similar to a sleeve surgery as far as pain and recovery time? With my gallbladder I went in on a Wednesday and was back to work on Monday. I know recovery won't be quite THAT quick with the sleeve but I'm curious if someone who's had both done could tell me how it compares?

Starting my pre-op diet super soon and I've been eating like a sow over the holidays.

You'll do amazing! Tomorrow you'll be posting that you're out of surgery and feel fine!

I've known people that completely ignored their pre-op diet and were fine. Not that I'm SUGGESTING that, but I don't think a slip-up or two would null the whole diet. Mine says I'm supposed to have a protein shake for breakfast and a 200-calorie mid-morning snack but I'm thinking a 200-calorie breakfast sandwich and a protein shake as a snack sounds like it'd work better. Mine is more a "suggested outline."

My Wal-Mart has the New Whey protein shots with 42g protein 0 sugar for a good price. I bought a 6-pack for about $10 to stock up since my surgery is coming up pretty soon. I had one before and they're not bad, but I think I'm going to break them up into 2 servings because I was told the body can only really process 30g at a time.

I was told by my NUT that after surgery I'll feel the effects of alcohol quicker. I asked if it effects the blood/alcohol level and she had no idea. Just seemed odd to think you may feel wasted after half a drink but still be way under the legal limit to drive!

Getting so close! Here's to starting the new year out right!

I've never taken as good care of my skin as I am now that I've having this surgery! I exfoliate 3 times a week with either scrubs, dry brushing, or a loofah. I use brand name super moisturizing Dove and slather myself up with cocoa/shea butter. I'm thinking of using Philosophy emulsion cream -- I've always had good luck with their products. Still saving money to have my arms done, though. Not holding out too much hope there. They look like bloated sacks of rice. If nothing else, I want to at least be able to wear a sleeveless shirt. If my boobs deflate, I can always pad my bra, but I can't hide flying squirrel arms!

I have some nice dresses I totally love, and will fit into again after I lose another 50lbs or so, and I'll probably miss them when I get to skinny for them. I think I'll get over it, though.

I've always been plus sized, but I've never really let it get me down. I've always thought I was pretty hot, anyway! But it seems like the closer I get to surgery, the more disgusted I feel with the way I look. And I've already lost nearly 50lbs! Maybe it's because I've had a kid now, maybe it cuz I'm turning 30 next month, maybe it's because I'm finally facing that I've gotten so big I need to have surgery to get to a healthy weight. I'm just not sure. Then today I was in the bathroom and noticed a weird wrinkle on my inner thigh and realized it's a freaking vericose vein. I wanted to crawl under a rock. Has anyone else suddenly started developing body image issues as surgery draws closer?? I feel crazy!!

I'm a Philosophy addict, too. All their scents are very smooth. Great if you don't like heavy scents.

My countdown ticker is a little funny, too. 5 weeks 11 days?