7 Bites_Jen

It's so funny you mention that - I didn't even know we lose weight in our feet until my shoes fell off one day in the middle of the craft store, LOL!

I am OFFICIALLY on MFP now if anyone wants to add me - http://www.myfitnesspal.com/user/7bitesjen/status Let's help each other out!

Definitely ask your doctor lots of questions. Some people have a drain, some don't (I didn't). IV's are pretty standard, but they really don't hurt as long as you don't watch them put them in . Head hunger is something we ALL deal with. Eventually, we all go through those moments. They're not hard to deal with if you're equipped to deal with it emotionally (you know it's coming and you have a game plan on how you're going to handle it when it comes). For example, if you're a spiritual person you might pray through it or turn to your bible or whatever holy book your faith might use. If you have good friends that are willing to talk anytime, you might call one of them up to talk through it. Or you can drink Water, go for a walk, write in a journal ... Whatever you think will help you get through it, plan on doing that whenever you feel the urge to eat something you shouldn't. You are well on your way to success - these are all very valid things to worry about and it shows how much you WANT to be successful! You're gonna rock this!

Eat slow. At this stage it should take you about 30 minutes to eat anout 1/4-1/2 cup of food. Then wait about 30 minutes and drink your Water. By the by, you SHOULD be getting hungry about ever 2-2.5 hours, like Madame said.

You're looking fantastic!!

I went home the day after surgery. I had surgery around 7 am and went home about 2 pm the next day.

I did get depressed. It was because I was saying goodbye to my best friend - food. Some people do and that's normal. You're about to start one heck of a roller coaster ride, but it's so worth it in the end!

This week we go "Back to Basics" and discuss our experiences with the liquid diet phases before our surgeries.

She didn't weigh that much to begin with, if I'm right - so maybe it's because she had a lower BMI that the loss has been slower? Also, maybe her sleeve size was larger - my doctor did my mom's larger when she had the revision because she didn't have that much to lose.

I totally relate to this post. My husband wanted me to sit on his lap the other day. I said, 'No! I'd crush you!" without even thinking about it first. He just stared at me blankly. Yeah, it's really hard to remember that I'm not 310 lbs anymore. Sometimes I see myself in the mirror and, more recently, on the show and I just want to cry because I still see myself as fat. It's going to take us a while to get over that, I think.

I can say from personal experience and from what my nutritionist has been learning that sleevers DO dump. So if that's something you were concerned about, there ya' go, LOL. That being said - the sleeve is not right for every single patient. Only you know the results you want - and you are doing your own research to figure it out - and I have to give you huge kudos for that! Of course WE'RE all going to say the sleeve is best because that's what we've all had. BUT I know several people with the RnY that LOVE it and would never go back. There are those that would have done it differently, but, you know what - there are sleevers that regret it too. So, it's all up to YOU and your surgeon and what you both want and recommend. Does your surgeon do both, or are you going to have to switch? How is it going to affect your insurance?

It was about two weeks for us. Go slow and easy - and if it starts to hurt STOP!!!

Catheter's aren't really that big a deal - you won't feel it until they take it out, and then it's kind of uncomfortable, but it's not too bad. You probably won't have to walk with it - most of the time they take it out pretty soon after you wake up (they want to get you up and walking as soon as possible). Don't let it be a deterrent!

I am on MFP - I've actually never heard of Lose It - I'll have to check it out! There's also a site that you can sign up to do challenges for money - I forget what that one is called though.

Oh my goodness, I felt like I was reading my own story. Once I realized I could have things like sugar, rice, and bread it was no-holds-barred!! I'm returning to the roots of WLS - going back to focusing on protein and water. Keeping water next to me at all times and taking sips constantly. I am also an addict. I think we all are in some ways or another. Keep us posted on how you're doing! I love the support and encouragement we get here!

I was obese as a child. My daughter is currently obese. I don't know that I would consider surgery for her at this stage (she's 9), but at 13 ... Who knows? I don't know about surgeons in Mexico, but I do know that a lot of surgeons won't do it on someone quite so young because they are still developing. That being said, YOU are her parent and only you can say what is and isn't right for your child. Be sure she has support at every turn - find a good support group you can go to together so that she knows 100% what is going to happen and what all it entails. I do recommend, however, that you do see some specialists to rule out any underlying conditions first. If I may also ask - just how overweight is she? And you also need to do some soul searching of yourself to find YOUR reasons for wanting this so bad for her. Is it worth doing it NOW - or would it be worth waiting until she's 16 and giving her more time for growth and maturity. Good luck to you in whatever you chose for you and your daughter.

I used everything they recommended for preventing hair loss. Happened anyway. Still have a bit of a bald spot, to tell you the truth, LOL! I wore a LOT of ponytails and hats. When it started growing back in I chopped it off so it would all be even. It's coming in really thick and full, so don't despair - it will grow back! It's a pain, but well worth it in many ways considering the trade-off.

My surgeon did two - once during surgery and once the day after. The leak test after wasn't really hard - I had to sip the solution b/c I couldn't drink it all at once and the x-ray tech fussed at me for that (I guess he didn't understand ...). But it was pretty cut and dry.

Yes - and they have flavored varieties if you like a little spice and can tolerate it.

I was about to ask if there were twerking lessons pre-concert, LOL. I do like some of her music, though. She as a person: bat-poop insane. But Wrecking Ball is a great song ...

Have you shown her some statistics on WLS vs death from co-morbidities? She's worried about you - mom's worry. Some of us a little too much (I'm a helicopter mom myself ...) Just think, though - this time next year you'll be 100 lighter and she'll see how GOOD a decision this was for you!

You got this! By day three of pre-op diet I was tearing my hair out ...

Not at four weeks - NOT a good idea!! I wasn't able to actually eat it and not get sick until about 6 months out. Now, it's a total slider for me. But before then - NOPE!!

Wow, I'm so glad to have found this thread. I'd never heard of this before - does it track everything, including food or just calories burned?

Protein and veggies! I love hibachi chicken and broccoli ... definitely a favorite.