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Raven21

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  1. Raven21

    how are December 11 sleevers

    Raven21 replied to mocanitanj's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I was sleeved Dec. 10. Lost 63 pounds total, 44 since surgery. I eat 60-70g protein and 600-800 calories/day.
  2. Raven21

    If you had to compare.....

    Raven21 replied to Houston17's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I have heard that the pain and recovery, as well as the mortality rate (which is VERY low!) are very much comparable to gallbladder surgery. I'd have this again over labor pain ANYTIME!
  3. Raven21
    For sure VSG first! You might not need the knee surgery once you lose weight. If you still do, your recovery will be sooooooo much easier without the additional weight on your new knee.
  4. Raven21
    I honestly never considered the band because it seemed like a temporary solution. I needed something permanent. I kept thinking that people like the fact it was reversible, but I still don't understand why. I could always lose weight but never keep it off. If I got the band, when would I want it removed so I could gain again? Just thoughts I had, good luck with your decision.
  5. Raven21
    Super noisy at first but I'm a little over a month out and it's only occasional!
  6. Raven21

    Depression

    Raven21 replied to JeffA70's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    Wait a bit, but if you're still having problems, ask your PCP about Xanax short term. It can be a lifesaver. I started with that several years ago and ended up needing a long term solution so I switched to Celexa. It was shocking to me that a pill of any sort could so drastically reduce my sadness, anxiety, and fear.
  7. Raven21
    Pepto will do that.
  8. Raven21
    Surgery was 3 weeks ago and I'm doing great. Except I still wake up every morning with a deep pain on the left side. I can feel it other times if I sit too long or stretch wrong. Is that where my modified stomach is, or just healing muscle tissue? Should I be concerned or is it normal?
  9. Raven21

    Only 7 wks post op & pregnant.

    Raven21 replied to divagirl78's topic in Pregnancy with Weight Loss Surgery

    Congratulations! Planned or not, this baby is here for a reason. So happy everyone thinks it will work out ok!
  10. Raven21
    I just finished 6 days of 1,000 calories or less and now I'm on day 1 of 3 on clear liquid and protein before my surgery on Monday. I'm thinking a glass of white wine would taste real good right now.
  11. Raven21

    dec 10th sleevers

    Raven21 replied to antbarrella's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    I'm only allowed clear liquids and protein shakes the first week, next week I get full liquids, the following week puréed, then soft foods for 2-4 weeks.
  12. Raven21
    I'm only craving the foods I didn't get to party with before my pre-op diet. The others I feel satiated after once last binge. Just me I guess. And if I could have spent months weaning myself off foods I like, I wouldn't have needed the surgery. God knows I tried like a zillion times!
  13. Raven21
    This whole thread has become hysterical. Lets now beat up on Gigi for beating up on butter who beat up on the OP!
  14. Raven21
    I had to do a pre-op of 6 days under 1,000 calories, then 3 days liquids. The week before that was a food and alcohol filled fun fest and I don't regret it one bit! I lost all I gained plus more on the pre-op so I still went into surgery lower than I started!
  15. Raven21
    Enjoy! Don't feel guilty about it. Right now I'm thinking I missed a few favorites!
  16. Raven21

    Nectar Protein Help?

    Raven21 replied to Beckyyb93's topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements

    I tried it with milk. Yuck!
  17. Raven21
    For sure call. Every day. On a Wednesday I was told to call back the next week. Called Thursday and I was approved!
  18. Raven21

    Got My Date!dec 10Th! Bb

    Raven21 replied to hazelnarie's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    December 10 also. 7 days under 1,000 calories, then 3 days liquid.
  19. Raven21
    My schedule is: Week 1 - clear liquid Week 2 - full liquid Week 3 - puréed Week 4 - soft/mushy I hope to lose a ton of weight in the first month!
  20. Raven21

    Need To Vent

    Raven21 replied to connie3's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    You have to do what's right for you. This was not a spur of the moment decision, you worked long and hard to get to this point. Your children deserve a healthy happy mom! Best of luck (and a few prayers!)
  21. Raven21

    December Surgeries?

    Raven21 replied to mishiegirl2012's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    If you are having second thoughts, there's no rush! Take a break, relax, try being a vegan again. You can always come back, but you need to be sure.
  22. Raven21
    Or you can do the 90 day plan with nutrition, behavior mod, exercise counseling, etc. You MUST have a documented weight from each of the previous 2 years. And BMI 40+ or 35+ with at least 2 significant comorbidities.
  23. Raven21

    Honeymoon Period

    Raven21 replied to PEvette's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I heard 6 months for sure, then anytime up to 12.
  24. Raven21

    My One Month Photo Comparison

    Raven21 replied to Susan 2.0's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories

    That seems crazy for only one month. Wow, good for you!
  25. Raven21
    I got the Aetna approval letter and it says one day in the hospital? Did anyone else get this? I'm supposed to be there 2 nights.

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