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So very happy for you! Way to go!

I was sleeved on June 8th. No probs with any bedroom activities! Go for it!

Major congrats! Did you get to see any Jackalope?

Marcy0912, thank you for yout thoughtful post. It is so hard for a spouse/friend/family member to support an overweight person. We all got to be fat for different reasons but we are all united that for our health andhappiness, the solutions are not easy. As a gal 2.5 weeks out, I marvel at those who are eating real food already. My Dr would have a heart attack. That being said, these are so many different approaches to this surgery. If you just look at pre-surgery diets...wow! Just help your dear hubby with what his Dr suggests and you'll be great! Good luck to you both!

I am going back to playing tennis on Monday which is my 3 week anniversary. Dr. said I could resume playing when my drain insertion hole was fully closed at 3-4 weeks. For me, someting social, fun and competitive is more fun. I play 3 times a week. I also walk my English Bulldog 1/2 hour a day in the evening. Here in Arizona it is so hot it is hard to get much exercise outdoors this time of year.

As a CPED (Certified Pedorthist) I think TheRealMeIsHere! makes a good point. Your feet are the foundation of your entire skeletal system. If you are a bit of an over-pronator it will put excess stress on ankle, knee, hip and back. Assuming after 5 years, you are at/close to goal and still exersizing regularly, I would check on the amount of support I am getting. You might want to see a Podiatrist or find a CPED in your area.

I use Biochem Whey Protein in the Natural (unflavored)variety. No smell when you open the can. It mixes so easily in everything I have tried it in. I use it in soup, Crystal Lite, sugar free jello and puddings. 20g protein/ 90 cals.

My Dr recommends Biochem Whey Protein in the unflavored variety. This is great in Soups, yogurt and in Crystal Lite. I buy it through Amazon. 1 scoop is 20g protein/90 cals.

When your car gets low on gas, do you stop and fill it even when you don't feel like it?! Food is just the fuel we need to keep our bodies healthy and able to perform tasks and even to lose weight. An underfed machine will not perform at peak performance, you will not be as active and you will slow your weight reduction. If yo don't want to mess with preparing meals, at least get some protein shakes down. From one Iowa (Manchester) girl to another, don't let your energy level and mood dictate the care and feeding of your new body under construction!

I have such an easy time getting fluids and protein in that it kind of scares me. I have a Premeir shake for Breakfast (30g protein) after a 12 oz cup of hot tea. Lunch is Biochem Whey protein powder (30 g) mixed in 24 oz water with 2 Crystal Lite packets. I might also have a cup of soup and a Dannon Greek Lite Yougurt (12 g protein). Dinner is another Crystal Lite Pretein shake (30g). during the day I will also drink a 32 oz G2 Gatorade. Is this too much?

Congratulations glitter eyes! Here are a couple more things for your list: 1. You have gained a better self esteem and confidence!. 2. You have gained hundreds of people on this site who like, admire and respect you (I know I do!). and 3. You now have control over what you eat. Again, way to go! From one of your admirers!

I am 15 days out and have lost 9.2 pounds since surgery. I know I had a lot of swelling and bloating after surgery. When I weighed the first time after getting home 5 days after surgery, I was up 7 pounds! I was so shocked. Being patient and kind to myself, I know my body is doing just what it should do and I am going to love it for doing that. This is not a race but a long term solution.

Brush your teeth and go for a walk! This too will pass!

Blessings! This truly is a gift from God!

Doji! At first your recument bike will be awesome. Have you done a foot and gait assessment by a qualified expert. A good running shoe with a good arch support might take some immediate pressure off those knees. I only got my sleeve acouple of weeks ago and I am still so excited! Welcome!

It is really tough trying to quit smoking and being on the pre-op diet at the same time. Please stay away from guns and knives. Of course, we all know the reasons for not smoking and believe me you will want your new stomach to heal as fast as possible so you can start eating again. No only will you be on liquids for pre-op but you will also spend a considerable amount of time being on them after surgery. The docs want you to have a successful outcome. It is bad enough to cheat on pre-op but if you do these things on a new baby stomach you could land in life/death consequences. So, just back away from the yummyness and go out and purchase a vape without nicotine (or very low dose). The vape will give you something to do with your mouth and your hands and help make your cessation program successful. I quit smoking last September. The vape was invaluable for the first 6 weeks. Now I am free and clear and on my way to a new healthy me with my new baby stomach! We are on your side. You can do this!

As a CPED (Certified Pedorthist) I quite agree with wearing compression socks on the trip to and from San Diego to help prevent DVT's Deep Veneous Thrombosis (blood clots). Sockwell makes a beautiful product but may be too small for those of us over a 30BMI. In this case they would not reach all the way to the knee and could actually cause the problems we are trying to avoid. Just a note to be very careful>

I am 62 and own a retail shoe store. I was sleeved in Mexico on Mon June 8th, drove home (6 hours) on Fri June 12th and was back in the store Saturday June 13th. I also have been through Ovarian cancer and had major abdominal surgery with that. In comparison, this was a breeze, but I am one tough bird. Being at work makes the day go by faster and I am focused on something other than myself.

My suggestion for OTC "over the counter" would be Aetrex, Powerstep or Spenco. Stay away from most of the Dr. Scholl's. Not much support for the $'s.

Thank you Rogofulm! What a great article! Should be issued to every new sleever!

Such a big accomplishment! Have you ever noticed how it seems like your body conspires against you when making a landmark loss?! My body wants to tease me and it seems to take forever to get that victory firmly under my belt!

I quite agree with Canyon Baby. I am a CPED (Certified Pedorthist) which is like being a pharmacist to a Orthopedic Surgeon/Podiatrist. Supporting the "palm of your foot" the primary or medial arch is so important. Just as important is the athletic shoes you are wearing. Remember, they need to be replaced every 4-6 months or 4-600 miles. They may look great in terms of tread and uppers but the cushioning in the sole that makes them so comfortable is like bubble wrap and is flattened a bit with every step. Considering our weight, they often "bottom out" even sooner. Find a good running store or comfort/orthopedic store and have a gait assessment done. This is usually done free of charge. Finally, wear the appropriate shoe for your foot and gait. Make sure you are in the correct size. Most athletic shoes run about a full size short. I usually recommend running shoes over walking shoes as running shoes are built with more support and "toe spring" which helps the foot roll through more efficiently. Brands I would recommend are Brooks, New Balance, Asics, Saucony and Hoka. Reebok, Skechers, Nike and Easy Spirit should be avoided for your workout as they just do not have the right amount of support. Under no circumstances should Keds or Toms be worn as you performance shoe. WE don't want to create issues that will take us off our feet. Don't forget to wear good socks. Micro Fiber, wool and silk are good choices. Contrary to popular thought, cotton is to be avoided as cotton will absorb creating a damp environment for the foot. It also increases in tensile strength when wet so makes it easier to blister. This is probably too much info but hope it helps.

Geez Louise! You have lost 57 pounds in 10 weeks assuming the rest of the loss you show is from the pre-diet. That is just huge. I beg you to drop to your knees and kiss the feeet of the diet gods! LOL Really, relax! You are doing great and your body is just processing all the changes it already has performed and getting ready to perform. Take a bow! We are all applauding!

Go to the top of this page where it says Hello KSTUZ. Then click on My Tickers and hit Edit. Go to #4 Properties and put in your current weight and Wah Lah! There is skinny little you!

Congratulations on your remarkable achievement! (the weight loss - not the husband! LOL) Like you, I have a husband who loves and supports me no matter what! We are lucky girls! PS. He does like me more when I like myself more - so that does mean slimmer!