JessicaAnn

Thank you. I didn't realize how much of a change there was until looking at these old photos. I still see the same old me in the mirror.

Boil some fresh ginger slices in water and add a Splenda if you'd like. It will help with the nausea and may be easier to get down.

Im not asking IF it's ok to have caffeine, I'm asking for the people that do drink caffeine, how much do you have per day?

Vodka and bring your own crystal light?

Thanks everyone. I often find myself drinking coffee in between meals to stop from snacking. I've been drinking about 16-20 oz per day. I always use Splenda, and sugar free creamers or fat free half and half.

Ve had some pretty good success with weight loss since my surgery in July. 77lbs down in 4 months! But I've been in this horrible stall for 4 weeks, which has led me to fall into some old eating habits the past week or 2. Too many carbs, too many bad foods. I've still been around 900-1100 calories, but not good calories. Is it just as simple as "getting back on the wagon"? Have I stretched my stomach? Done irreversible damage? I've consumed pasta, diet soda, and even some sweets. I was doing so well and not even craving the crappy stuff, but once I took a bite, all the cravings came flooding back.

Since this post I've been back to protein and water and lost 2lbs! Thanks for the encouragement!

Honestly? I'm 4 months out and still fight it. My BIGGEST mistake was allowing myself to have a bite or two here and there thinking I could control myself. Now I'm craving crap all the time. I'm trying to get myself back on track now. Don't get me wrong, I've still lost 67lbs since surgery and 77 all together, but it would be coming off a lot faster if I didn't allow the crap back into my diet.

If you blend it first. The thought of purée foods used to make me gag, but if you purée and add some gravy it's yum! I wouldn't push it.

I'm 4 months out and still haven't tried red meat. Pork sits heavy, so I'm thinking steak will too.

Hw 299 SW 289 CW 222

My surgeon wants me at a 25bmi (132lbs), and eventually to a 23bmi (122lbs) That seems a little too low to me. I'd be happy at 135-145 even though I'd technically be overweight. I'm 5'3"

HW 299 SW 289 CW 221 I'm so happy I made the decision to have this surgery! Other then the birth of my kids, this was the best thing that has ever happened to me! Don't mind the severely messy hair.. Daylight savings doesn't work on kids and I've been up since 4:30am :/, but look!! I have collar bones!!

Thanks so much!!

Thanks everyone!

I would do it over in a heartbeat! I'll be 4 months out tomorrow and down 77lbs. I'm only 24 and I'm so glad I did this early in life so I can enjoy he rest of my life with my husband and kids!

I told my husband that his entire 2015 tax check was going to my tummy tuck lol! And a new wardrobe of course

i miss alcohol lol! I haven't had a drink in two years and I'm so nervous with the sleeve

Don't worry.. I'm hanging my head too lol. I had maybe 4 fun sized candy bars yesterday.

Thank you! I'm pushing water and protein today since I had 3 tiny candies last night. 8:30am and 32 oz down!

IS it even possible? I had the stomach bug for 5 days and went from 226 to 221 because I was barely eating. After i felt better, I instantly gained that weight back overnight! I'm eating healthy, but the scale is now stuck at 225! I was going to go back to protein shakes for the weekend. My 4 month check up is Monday!

Surgery July 3, 2013 Hw 299 Sw 289 Cw 221 78lbs gone forever!

I'm 4 months. I don't think it's anything food related. I've eaten almost everything and been fine. Plus, I've been sick like this for 3 days and I don't think food would cause this.