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Aaaaannnnd there is one for guys too. Can't wait till I look like that.....lol.

Happy Happy Surgiversary To You! Congratulations on your success and thank you for your honesty. That lets us newbies know that we are normal....sorta.

@@dohickey01 When you are in a place to begin a new, healthier, happier, safer lifestyle, I believe it is always best to be completely honest. Many of our lives have included traumatic events that, eventually, cause us to begin turning towards food for comfort/peace/friendship/an outlet, etc. If we don't include psych help to deal with our issues that may, in fact, have helped/caused our eating disorder we may never be successful in our weight loss journey. The surgery causes us to eat less for a period of time. It does not resolve our emotional eating issues. When you come out of surgery those issues will still be there and you will still want/try to eat because of them. In my opinion - THAT is even a worse situation causing even greater anguish and, yet another, emotional issue. I say that because you will not be able to eat much, but will still try because of your long standing habit. Also because - if you persist - you will eventually be able to eat more which will cause the weight regain. Perhaps you've heard of the percentage of people who were unsuccessful in spite of the surgery. That may be because they had not dealt with some emotional issues that had to do with eating. I realize many of us just want the surgery by any means necessary, but if we truly want to be healthy, happy and successful in our long-term weight loss, I think we must deal with the deep down issues that may have played a part in the weight gain. I hope this makes sense and helps in some way. Blessings to you in your life AND weight loss.

@@Sexy Granni I think it depends on where you are (mentally/emotionally) in your weight loss journey. Have you had surgery? Which one? How long ago? How are you feeling about joining the family? In my opinion - this weight loss decision is about YOU and no one else. We have spent our lives doing for others and making our choices depending on what others want or think. When I made the choice to have the Gastric Sleeve, on Oct 20th this year, it was a choice that I made for myself and no one else. Along with the decision to have the surgery came the decision to begin making all my live choices based on what I want/need/think rather than what others want/need/think. I know it may sound very selfish. I thought so too. However, both you and I are now grandparents; which means we have already spent most of our lives doing for others.....our spouse....our children.....and now our grandchildren. I had to decide....at some point before I die.....to start making choices that make ME happy. Sure, making my family happy also made me happy. But, I needed to be truly happy with "MY" life. It started with the decision to have the surgery and to begin to make choices regarding my health/diet, etc based on what is best for me in order to be successful. To this end I say that if you feel you're strong enough emotionally/ psychologically to attend a restaurant meal with your family, AND, stay true to your weigh loss lifestyle, Go For It. If not - or if it will cause you too much stress/anxiety or you feel you make make too many bad food choices - I say don't do it. They will eventually understand; if not now - eventually they will. Best of luck to you in your journey to be healthy and truly happy. Holiday Blessings, etc..

Your menu looks pretty good to me, and includes and evening snack. I think any sugar free pudding/jello/Popsicle is fine. You may also want to eat your meals every 4hrs so you don't get too hungry.

Yes. You are pretty normal. Once you get taking your pills every 4 to 6 hours things will calm down. I had to sleep in my recliner for the first couple of days because I couldn't lay flat and get up. Get comfortable, take your meds around the clock and hang in there. You really are normal. We've all been there.

Great great great. Congrats. Enjoy,

Absolutely! You'll be glad to know that you are perfectly 100% normal. Don't second guess yourself. You've made the right choice for yourself at this time in your life. Fortunately, you're still young enough to have a long healthy life. Many of us did it later in life and WISH we had done it when you did. I actually enjoy eating out and in company now because I'm no longer the first person finished, I can conversate and eat at the same time and not over eat. Because, when I'm full my body tells me so. You'll do great. Go with your first instinct and enjoy your new life. Best wishes to you..

I am single and was home alone after my surgery. I rested and took my meds around the clock for the first 3 days....which not only kept my pain away, but helped me sleep. Take your meds and try to relax. You'll get stronger everyday.

Hang in there..

Northern California

Yikes! Thanks for the warning..

@ Bro, so sorry to hear that. I can't even imagine what you're going through, but you're right - it shall pass.....pun intended I think..

@@dtiller1147 and all.. Great to hear from you. Glad all is going well. We are at a month now and it seems we're all doing quite well. So glad about that. At one month I'm 57 down and 18 since surg. Feeling great. Finally back up to my usual and customary exercises. My and my poor pups walked 13 miles yesterday...lol. 6.5 in the morning and 6.5 in the evening. Are you guys attending bariatric support groups? I go sometimes twice a week. I've really grown to appreciate the group. I've also taken on a couple of newbies to mentor....one of which is having surgery today. Just wanted to check in and which everyone a happy one month birthday. My best to all of you. @@LosingInAlaska, hope all is well. You've continued to be silent.

Hey Ladies First allow me to congratulate you on your success. Your weight loss numbers to date are what those of us at one month post op for praying for. At one month I obviously don't know anything about a six month slump, so I'll just say KUDOS to you both. Stay strong, diligent and true to your new lifestyle and I'm sure things will pick up again. Honestly, that is a bundle of weight loss in a short amount of time CONGRATS. Be encouraged.

For those who can't get outside - while it may not be fun, (or maybe it will be), remember that there are a variety of stretching, beginning aerobic, etc, videos available to do at home. If you're among family/children you may need to get a little more creative, but it's definitely worth it if you can't get outside or to the gym. Best wishes with your new lifestyle.

My Nutritionist told told me to take my meds/vitamins 10-15mins before I eat and it would be okay. Drinking rules vary in order to not take up valuable stomach space from your food. But she says taking meds/vitamins 10-15mins before eating....with as little Water as you can....is perfectly okay, and should still prevent upset stomach for those meds/vitamins that may cause it without food. Clear as mud? LOL Good luck with that.

@@Grandma2tweeties of course I have to start by saying that everyone is different and recovers at their own pace. With that said - I was 50% at one week and 100% at about 15 days post op. Also keep in mind your meal plan phases which may look something like: Clear liquids for a couple of days, full liquids for 2wks and soft foods for 4-6wks. Best Wishes and keep us posted so we can cheer you on and answer any questions you may have during the holidays.

@@mimi121880 - sounds great. Congrats to you. Keep up the great work. @@dtiller1147 - how ya doin buddy? @@LosingInAlaska - haven't heard from you buddy. Hope all is well.....check in when you can..

17 days post op & 17lbs down. Had my 2wk post op appt today....got my staples out and got advanced to phase 3 meal plan......YaY sorta solid foods....fish, ground meats....well done veggies never sounded so good. Finally got enough energy to kick my exercise up a notch. Sitting in my Bariatric Support Group now. Working the program & living the life. Feeling pretty great today.

My surgery date was 10/20. I think today I am 14lbs down since surg and 50 something since starting the pre op program. Feeling great about pretty much everything. Everybody stay strong and encouraged..

Two responses from two guys is probably not a good sign since, for whatever reason, we lose faster. I totally agree with Rovobay that you must not allow yourself to get in the habit of comparing yourself to others, as we are all quite different....even girl vs girl - not to mention guy vs girl. That that end, see my signature/ticker thingy. I'm right at two weeks post op and I think I'm down 10-12lbs today. Be strong and encouraged.

All the listed suggestions are perfect. The only thing I can add is that I take a drive....sometimes a very long drive...and not down the main street where all the foodie places are...lol. If therapy is an option for your health plan, I recommend it. It doesn't have to be food specific - but learning different coping mechanisms in general is a great idea. If that's not an option - buddy up with someone here who can talk you through times like these....via private email, text messaging, etc. Be strong and be encouraged.

I'm single now and haven't had any feedback, but I think I can smell it myself. Now THATs bad! Thanks for the post; I know I'm not alone....lol.

Hello Loves.. Just wondering if you had any degree of post op exhaustion. I read that it may come.. When did you notice it starting? How long did it last? How did you work your way though it? I just feel whipped...all of a sudden. Wheeewww... The End!