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So, this was a major concern for me as I already have semi fine hair. The key is to take all of your vitamins and minerals in. They say that some light hair loss is normal since your body has gone through this sort of shock but it will improve with diet and nutrition. Good luck!

Wow!!!! That's amazing! Congrats on the weight loss. The protein shakes are the worst for me. I've tried so many different types and they still suck but I drink them anyways.

I was weighed at an ER visit and that 's how I found out I've lost 23 lbs since surgery. I don't have a scale at home because I'll check it every day. I agree that the way you feel should be the focus. I feel lighter, lol.... My clothing are looser and before I saw the number I knew I had lost. It sounds like you're doing everything right. Give it time. Good luck.

Congrats!!! It's exciting. Had my on Halloween and even though it hasn't been easy, I'm so happy I've done it! Lost 23lbs so far. Good luck and keep that positive attitude!

So I'm 6 days post op and I've definitely lost weight. I can feel it and my clothes are starting droop in different ways. I still have a pretty good amount of gas in me and it's been difficult to drink or eat. Eating is actually the hardest. I can maybe get through a few bits of yogurt and a few bits of apple sauce before the pain comes. I've come to realize it's not that somethings wrong but that the gas they pumped into me during surgery is desperately trying to get out, believe me, I want it out!!!! It does hurt and makes it really hard to get fluids in. Walking is also somewhat painful but I keep doing it in small intervals. Will keep you updated. So far so good.

Hi Everyone! I'm Cathryn. Some of you may know me from the Mindful Eating classes. My surgery is scheduled for Halloween day!!!! So incredibly excited and nervous. I will keep you all updated on my progress and any issues that may arise. Looking forward to all of your stories. Good luck!

Hi All! I'm Cathryn and I'm having the vertical sleeve surgery on Halloween Day! I keep thinking how brilliant having this done, this time of year is. So much of the holiday season is centered around eating yummy foods with the family and this will be a real test of my self control. I'm doing Thanksgiving this year and fully intend on filling the table with healthier versions of our favorites. I'm nervous about the surgery which I know is only natural. I trust my Surgeon immensely and know he'll keep me breathing. It's just the idea of it. Being under anesthesia freaks me out. But, I've come this far and beyond the anxiety is a Woman who is bursting at the seams with excitement. To feel at home in my own skin, to buy clothing that I actually like, to be a great role model for my girl, all of these things, life changing! I find myself being far more mindful of late, very emotionally in tuned. Almost, spiritual. My somewhat daily walks at the beach, not only make my muscles feel loose but help me to clear my head and breath deeply. I love the concept of being aware of one's breathing. A tool brought forth in our Mindful Eating classes at Kaiser. For a very long time, I saw myself as simply a Mom and a Wife, losing my own identity in the process. I know exactly why I've gained this weight and in gaining that knowledge I can continue to work on new ways to fill the voids with things other than food. I find myself in my leisure reading more. It's a love of mine. Music fills my life in almost every aspect. I look forward to being out and about more. Going to concerts, plays, the theater. Being able to walk longer distances, travel. Be rid of the worries that being overweight can create. In this mindfulness I am finding that my overall view of myself is improving. So much of my self-esteem was centered around my outward appearance. As much as I hate to admit it I was really down on myself throughout the years and have wasted so much of my life being unhappy and feeling unattractive. I'm looking forward and feel incredibly lucky to have this tool, the surgery, to assist me in becoming an improved version of myself. Good luck to you all and I'll enjoy reading everyone's stories and updates.