kristy3k

I drink a cup of smooth move herbal tea every 2 to 3 days. Has a nice taste!!

Good job girlie!!! Isnt life great???

Well I will say you are well on your way. That 1st week was by far the most brutal physically.... now overcome the mental parts that comes with it. Patience is KEY!!!!

I had to attend an informational seminar as well. Actually went to it twice. First time over 2 years ago... wasnt mentally ready... the last one in October of 2011. Had my surgery in Feb 2012. Patience is key!!! Congrats on starting the journey.

Im so glad that you have been approved. This is a life changing surgery and will mean a better quality of life for you and your family.

Officially hit 100 lbs gone today!!!!!!!! Still have 75 more to go but feel great about this milestone!

for the new replies to this post.. this happened in July... new update 129 lbs gone...

Desperate need of 18/ 16 clothes and Xl shirts... Anyone have any ????? Live in oklahoma

oh girls to have your predicament.... lol!!! You all look awesome!!

My experience was about month 3... but had to give myself a stern talking to. I have found other things to occupy my thoughts and exercising much as it pains me to say, does help...cuz the damn endorphins really do kick in.

If you are taking a cooler throw in some baby bel lights or string cheese. Portable and easy to eat on the go. Have a safe trip.

welcome to the boards... you will find a wealth of information here!!

Kaylee, You are one of my favorite people to see post on here... you just tell it like it is. Seriously yes we are all adults... but make the right decision for once. Smoking killed my dad... just like obesity would have killed me had I not had surgery.

I tried walnuts but they seemed greasy to me... almonds chew up really good and go down well... agreeing with those above

Everyone goes thru this stage. You know what you have to do... now is the time to do it. Choke down that protein shake first thing in the morning... get in that 35 grams or so to start your day.. then plan on eating a little something every 2 hours til you can get all the protein in. Baby bel lights go down easy... 6 grams of protein.. laughing cow cheese.. I think 5 or 6 grams per wedge.. goes down super easy. You can do this... I have faith in you. Its mind over matter. You will succeed!!! Oh and take your vitimans.. If you exercise it will increase your energy levels. You got this girlie!!!!

well said. I hope you get your approval soon!!!!!!

Good luck today. Best wishes for a speedy recovery

congrats and welcome to the boards!!!

You guys got this. If your doctor says not to move on to the soft stage until a certain date then dont do it. You are still healing inside there and you dont want to comprimise the healing process. The mind makes you feel like you want realy food but when you eventually get it you wont be able to eat very much. Try finding something now to turn your addiction to food from. It will help you in the long run.

choosing surgery is choosing a better way of life. Not just for you but for your family. You feel so much better then you can ever imagine. Dont know your stats but my weight loss has given me a better quality of life. Dont get me wrong... there are trials ahead... this is not an easy thing to do to your body... but for me personally I wouldnt change a thing. Good luck and keep us posted on how things are going.

I have seen several people on hear on the same journey as you.. going from band to rny. You will find alot of support here. Good luck tomorrow

usually reserve pouch space for protein... but have ventured and had grapes on occassion with no problem.. probably started at 3 months out.

lol... love the pic but that's how it is now ...Hope you had a great day!!

I feel very fortunate that my husband took the first week off. I had a hard time getting up from the sitting position for the at least first 5 days. I was in so much pain. After that first week I was good to go.

Oh honey Im so sorry.... hugs and prayers your way