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When I was doing the shakes before pre op I was using 2%milk. After about an hour I would have to go to the bathroom. I thought maybe just maybe it was too much dairy. Not that Im lactose intolerant but I thought that might be a factor. So I picked up some almond milk and that instantly solved the problem. So maybe try using sugar free almond milk. I used vanilla and chocolate. I also always added frozen mixed berries or strawberries, tropical fruit mix instead of ice. I am 4 days post op. Looking forward to starting shakes tomorrow. If you haven't had surgery yet, my biggest suggestion is make sure you can rest and you have some help, prepare meals for your family, arrange rides for kids etc. Your upper abdomen will be sore from the incisions. so coughing and sneezing are a bit tough. But its tolerable. Whats not tolerable, is unfortunately getting my period which decided to show its ugly head the day after surgery and its always excruciating and painful cramps, because I have fibroid tumors. (haven't had it since August) Other than that, the trick is to sip, sip sip. You will feel a bit of pressure when the food enters the stomach, Im told this is because Im still swollen. So grab some good books movies magazines, set up camp so you don't have to keep getting up and down. I keep a small cooler next to me with drinks a spoon, my one ounce cups. And Remember to take your walks to get the gas out.

My reply to "You Lost Weight" ..........."thanks for noticing"....Ive worked really hard. If they say "wow you look great"....just say thank you...and own the compliment. And move on

So to avoid uneducated comments I have decided to NOT inform certain people about my journey. For now Its my husband and kids(all for it, extremely supportive ), two best friends, and my insurance broker (she comes in handy) Who am I on the fence about and havent'told, my brothers and my parents. Why...........well, I can just hear it now. Everything everyone said in the above comments, and I don't need that now while I am trying to focus on myself for the first time in a long time. Sadly mom manages to make a situation that has nothing to do with her, about her. Don't get me wrong love her etc. but everyone elses situation magically becomes all about her. I do think my dad will be fine with it, I just am not ready. I need to stay mentally focused on what Im doing here. We all need to stay focused on ourselves. This is a major decision for all of us going through this. And the last thing we need are the nay sayers of the world giving us "mind frick" to shoot us down because of THEIR insecurities and failures. So for those who are just beginning this don't feel like you have to divulge everything about this, it is no ones business but your own. Surgery date is Oct 12th! I'll let you know how it goes if I do tell them

I think anxiety is part of this journey. Major mind game because we are manipulating an organ. I keep beating myself up thinking why would I want to cut apart a good and healthy god given organ. Nothing else is wrong with me. So I look to the further into the future and try and see myself there. Going on a trip in January and being at least 30lbs lighter, putting on a dress, hiking, running a 5k that I promised my son, and skiing in my new skis that Ive only used once. Not having to use the"extender belt" on a air plane. And riding every ride on my kids spring break next year at universal and them having to keep up with me.

Hey there SEMEFIT, we want to see you fit!!! You worked too hard to even get approved to get to this point so don't give up on yourself. Having "buyers remorse" is a normal feeling. And since you can't turn back you can only move forward. They told us this was going to be work and it wasn't going to be easy. 16lbs is a great accomplishment for a one week loss!! I stumbled across a great video on Youtube, by a bariatric sleeve patient. Lauren Vento, from start to finish and she touches on every topic and she is very inspiring. So you are not alone!! Stay strong you've got this

Hi, my name is Simone Im new here. Started this journey back in the spring around April. Originally I set out to inquire about a tummy tuck. I have quite the muffin top from past pregnancies. The plastic surgeon suggested that first I loose a bit of weight and then come back. And suggested that if I wanted to loose it faster maybe to consider bariatric surgery, I was like .....what???? So, i was devastated and he wanted me to loose around 50lbs. Every week I put it off, was scared to initiate the consult etc. Every week my husband asked me did you see the doctor and every week I told him I wasn't ready. The straw that broke the camels back.......I was at the high school spring musical. And unfortunately seats in the auditorium are designed for a high schoolers body. There were a few new seats that were made with a few extra inches but they were all sold out. So I sat uncomfortable for about 2.5 hours pinched in this auditorium seat that has the flip up desk for testing. At intermission it was a hassle trying to get out and get back in. When I got home later that night I was changing and saw in the mirror that my thigh in the front on the outside close to my hip was totally black and blue! That was that. So on June second I had my first appointment. I weighed in at 287. I had to loose 16lbs to be eligible for insurance. Im down to 266! and my surgery is set for October 12! Yes I blew through all the requirements and have been doing exactly what they have told me to do. I am now on pre op diet with two shakes a day and a sensible high Protein meal. The only pre existing conditions I have are bad knees, and a thyroid that is slower than a tortoise, but Im not on any meds. Im looking forward to what this new journey and life style brings me especially the part when I get to raid my daughters closet in a few months!!! Favorite shake products(Ive tried many these have no chalky taste or after taste and mix well with frozen fruit) I use almond milk and or Water, 1 % regular milk -1st Phorm-ice cream sandwich (taste amazing), & chocolate -Syntha Ultra Premium Protein Matrix-6 Cookies and cream, chocolate and vanilla ice cream