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Where are you having your surgery? Mine was done by Dr. Boorse at LVHN. "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original" --'Wait for It', Hamilton the Musical Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Almost 8 weeks out and doing fab. So far I have been able to eat anything I try. Trying my best not to fall back on carbs like I used to. Had a rough couple of days right after I was cleared for all foods. I went a little overboard on the carbs. Otherwise, this whole journey is a learning process. I am relearning what being full feels like and learning to listen to my body when it tells me to stop eating. Also recently went back to my trainer so I can start toning my muscles in hopes of decreasing the severity of extra skin. Feels good to be active again. "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original" --'Wait for It', Hamilton the Musical Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Hi! I am from Lehigh Valley, PA.37/F Do you have a surgery date yet? Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App I'm also from the Lehigh Valley. Which doctor are you working with?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Dr. Boorse from LVPG Bariatric Surgery. My program was thru LVHN Weight Management Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App Thats who im using too! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App That is fantastic!! I am one month post-op as of Thursday. Are you just starting your pre-op stuff, or do you have a surgery date? "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original" --'Wait for It', Hamilton the Musical Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I'm still having gas and I had surgery Monday morning. Lots of burping and just recently flatulating. "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original" --'Wait for It', Hamilton the Musical Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Made it through my surgery Monday! They kept me in the hospital two nights because anything I drank made me nauseous so I was not drinking enough for them to discharge me. Heading home today though. Pain is managed and not much nausea. These gas pains are for the birds! It's worse that the surgery pain. Lol!! "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original" --'Wait for It', Hamilton the Musical Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

October 10 here too! Can't wait! "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original" --'Wait for It', Hamilton the Musical Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App Thanks for welcoming me. How is the pre op diet going?. It's been really hard for me. I am a nervous wreck. I'll be sleeved tomorrow Gods willing. Wish me luck Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App I would say the pre-op diet went ok. Lol. My surgeon wasn't really concerned because my liver shrunk significantly between June and now as I lost about 15lbs. He was pleased with my ultrasound results. I have to be at the hospital at 5am tomorrow. I have a feeling I will not be getting any sleep. "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original" --'Wait for It', Hamilton the Musical Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

October 10 here too! Can't wait! "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original" --'Wait for It', Hamilton the Musical Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I have been referring to my surgery date as my rebirth-day. "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original" --'Wait for It', Hamilton the Musical Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Also if you have a tablet or smartphone, you can download the TLC Go app. All content is free as long as you have a cable subscription. "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original" --'Wait for It', Hamilton the Musical Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I found them on TLC On Demand, but that was months ago. If you go to TLC.com they have full episodes and follow up clips on the previous season's subjects. Hope this helps. "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original" --'Wait for It', Hamilton the Musical Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Yes. You can always tell people, but you can't ever untell. I told a very few people before surgery, and since then have told people when it felt right, for whatever reason. I got negative comments from people including the nurse who did my pre-op. But I also got support from people who love me in the pre-op stage, and have been happy to share with people post-op when it has come up and felt like it's been coming from a positive place. And I am a total Hamilmaniac. I have not seen the show yet as every time they send me an email that more tickets are available, I am never in a position to buy them! Grr. However, I am OBSESSED with the soundtrack as I was with In the Heights. So good. And now I will always know what year the battle of Yorktown took place, haha. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original" --'Wait for It', Hamilton the Musical Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I think my BFF is afraid of what will happen after. My sister thinks she is afraid that men might pay me more mind because I will be healthy AND I have a great personality (her words not mine). This could all be true. It's just a shame that it comes to this. I will definitely be telling people I had WLS. I have no reason to feel ashamed. I only told a select few BEFORE surgery because I didn't want to hear people try and talk me out of it or tell me I could do it on my own. "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original" --'Wait for It', Hamilton the Musical Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Did you watch the follow up episode? She divorces that dirtbag and starts dating again Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

10/10/16 for me as well!! I am not nervous yet, just ready for this new chapter. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

My date is 10/10!! One week from today. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Thankfully, my household seems to feel like my weight loss will spark their weight loss. My sister is also overweight and she has no desire for surgery. She is excited for me to share meals with her, lol! All in all those I have told are excited for me and want me to succeed at living a healthier more fulfilled life. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I am dealing with this right now actually. My BFF was very much against me getting the surgery stating that she was "concerned". That she knows people who had blah blah blah. When in fact she does not know anyone personally who has had the sleeve. As a nurse, she jumped to conclusions instead of researching the procedure. So once she was reassured (not that I give a crap because it's my body and I am doing it whether she approves or not), she started saying things to me like "well you'll have extra skin and then how will you feel?" Well bitch I will fantastic because I will be able to tie my shoes without sitting on the bed and go on roller coasters without having to try the seat first. She has also starting saying that she will now be the fat friend. Which means she always thought of me as the fat friend. I have a feeling this next year is going to be very challenging for her. She is 5'7", apparently 185 and wants to be 165. I think she is jealous that I am able to get this tool and I think deep down she DOES think it is the easy way out even though she won't say it. It has been tough because she is negative so much of the time, I can usually just brush it off, but I don't know for how much longer I can do that. You are either on board or not! Thankfully the family and friends I have told are excited for me and want me to succeed. One friend keeps telling me it is going Tom hangs my life and I love her for that! *side note...thanks for posting this. I have been needing to vent about this and kind of felt like I didn't have anyone to talk to* Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I am 37 and I have never had a boyfriend, but that is because I refuse to settle. I won't just take what I can get. I, too, would rather be happy and single than miserable in some relationship. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

It is going alright. I am not getting all of stuff in as I am still recovering from my endoscopy (my uvula was swollen and enlarged;hard time swallowing). So I am doing the shakes twice a day, yogurt once and then trying to have a decent meal. I started it on Wednesday and I'm already down 5lbs. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

My two week diet is NOT liquid only. Here is what min consists of: Breakfast--Protein shake Snack--Protein Bar or Greek yogurt Lunch--Protein Shake Snack--Protein bar or Greek yogurt Dinner--6oz lean protein, 1c cooked non-starchy veggie or 2c raw veggies, and 1/2c starch Snack--Protein shake Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Congrats!! I will be sleeved on 10-10-16 as well!! Good luck!! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I prefer my Shakeology since it meets all of the requirements put forth by my surgeon including that the Protein be isolate and not concentrate like the premier. It is expensive, but I think they are delicious. Vegan chocolate is my favourite flavour. (And don't worry, I don't sell the stuff, so this isn't a pitch ) Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I am on my pre-op too and it is similar to yours. I get three Protein shakes, two Protein Bars or two Greek yogurts, and a sensible dinner. I agree with you that the cheating could have been worse! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I have been taking probiotics for the past two years and it makes all of the difference when it comes to my stomach and bowels. I had an issue with IBS symptoms and my gastroenterologist added a probiotic to my diet to see if I found any relief and I did. I have also been recommended people take a probiotic post-op to help with constipation and everyone comes back saying they help more than laxatives. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Hi! I am from Lehigh Valley, PA.37/F Do you have a surgery date yet? Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App I'm also from the Lehigh Valley. Which doctor are you working with?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Dr. Boorse from LVPG Bariatric Surgery. My program was thru LVHN Weight Management Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App