tara76

Sleeved 6/25, I've been adding some soft foods to my diet but really have to force myself to eat. I was progressing pretty well until 7/4 when I ended up back in the hospital with an abscess in my abdomen. Thankfully they took the last drain out Tuesday now just have to wait a week to have the picc line removed. On the plus side I'm down 21 lbs since surgery!

No, I get them at Costco. I saw the post about their website and filled out the form to see if I can get my insurance to cover it....fingers crossed!

I use the Premier Protein pre-made shakes as well and love them! I like that they're milk protein instead of whey. I can't really get over the taste of the whey protein shakes

I'm one week post op today too. I've been having a fairly easy recovery minus being worn out easily and having gas pain. I have bruising on my lower stomach too but I chalked that up to the blood thinner injections they gave me while in the hospital. Right now I just can't wait to start soft foods, I'm getting a little bored with liquids....but it's only a week away For the first time in my life, I'm excited to step on the scale! I'm down 15 lbs since my surgery and notice that my ring and watch are more loose and my face looks thinner! I can't wait to get the ok to start weight training and toning up this body!

I'm in...I've been making it a point to get on my treadmill in the mornings for about 20 mins then walk with my family and dogs at night for about 20-30. I was sleeved 6/25 and am already down 15 lbs. I've spent most of my life fighting with my weight and always hearing the snide comments, but it's the fuel I'll need to get myself to the best possible me I can be for me and my family. And I'll be the first to admit to my less than active and overindulgent lifestyle

I just joined here...had my surgery 6/25 and feeling pretty good so far. I've been enjoying reading everyone's stories, it's been an inspiration!