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I'm asking all sleevers....Has anyone's doctor suggest you wear a medical ID bracelet?

Hello everyone. I am 5 days post sleeve… No regrets… I'm so happy I did it. However… my head is adjusting???? I've had some problems with excessive acid.. Now I'm taking 2 types of meds. . trying to keep up with my h2o… I need help with my head… any ideas. Suggestions… anything pls????

Tuesday dec 2nd at 0930am… wooohooo

I had my pre opp appt with surgeon. I was given ny instructions for my pre op diet. 4 days of the atkins diet and 3 days liquid diet. I'm so excited!!!!. Can't wait…

This week I will get all my supliments, protein powders, measuring cups.. I haven't been able to concentrate on my job… OMG

I won't miss upper body fat bulging out every time i sit. I won't miss clothes fitting somewhat ok standing, uncomfortable when sitting. My surgery is scheduled for December 2nd, my pre op appt is tomorrow. So the count down begins. I am lucky to have a coworker having same surgery on the same day.

Dec 2nd in Houston with Dr. Worley....yay for us !!!

what an awesome story! I've started my journey in early september. i'm 48 and i've been heavy all my life. I'm tired of the yo-yo diets, weight gain and loss...i'm ready for the real me to come out.... By the way I'm sure you will make a gorgeous bride....

Thanks Ken for sharing. You are awesome! !!

I had my first visit with my doctor Aug 22. Had my nutritional and psychological appt. Sept 3. According to nutritionist i should be done in Nov. I'm hoping to be scheduled for surgery in Dec. Meeting with doctor went well and he was very encouraging. Meeting with Nutritionist and Psychologist was weird...i'm not sure why but i was so emotional....could be cause i was starving..lol. Meeting was early in the morning and i was getting blood drawn afterwords...i work in the lab so i know the importance of being fasting, had ECHO done as well...Anyway..i was a mess. I've always been heavy....the yoyo weight loss lasting 6 months at best .. i guess i was excited and nervous all at once. . The thought of losing weight for good, no more lower back pain, no more achy legs, no more pills, no more clothes fitting ok one month and tight the next and crying in front of the mirror....it was overwhelming... After talking with Nutritionist, i was place on 1200-1300 cal diet Not being a "breakfast" person its been a little hard...but i've been researching different web sites i think i'll be ok. i've been logging all my food in take, good and bad ( to hold myself accountable for my actions). i've cut my caffeine in-take to almost half, increased H2O intake ( thats big for me, Soda Queen )..i've been drinking decaff or half and half...my husband and i went to lunch and I did not over eat, no weekend food fest. .... I'm very optimistic....

Cool I will try it...any suggestions on protein smoothies? ?

I'm the same way...flavored creamer...in fact my its my snack . Make a cup of decaf coffee and Carmel macchiato ....lol

I love swimming... To be able to find a swim suit that doesn't cost $100 and look good in it, walk up more than one flight of stairs, my legs no longer hurting. I want learn yoga

When I told my husband of my plans on getting sleeved..He also had a stupid remark.." ..join a gym if you want to lose weight.." I told him I would after having surgery..lol. After talking some more..He was afraid...He read and heard others having WLS getting sick and always throwing up. I told that happens because they are not using their tool correctly. For a tool to work properly, the instructions must be followed correctly no short cuts... I'm starting my journey no matter what people say..This is for me, myself and I!

Honeybunz. ..If I may ask..who will be doing your surgery and where...I'm located in Houston

I'm ready to be healthy. I need this tool to get me there.

I agree with you all..I was getting advise from a person who weighs 95 lbs wet!...really! ?!?

Congratulations. So excited for you!

Congratulations. My journey is just beginning and so excited. You look fabulous.

Met with my doctor and he says i'm a good candidate...my journey begins 9/3 with my psych and nutritionist evaluation....i'm worried about the psych evaluation...what exactly does it consist of...i really want this to happen... someone out there give me some in sight please...thanks

yay...rest up and hope you feel better soon!!!