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CONGRATS. Celebrate Multi Complete Chewables & Celebrate Calcium Soft Chews have been essential for me!

"high protein, calorie deficit & I workout 4x a week" because it's still true!

WOW so much bitterness seeps from that comment. Who knows what she says when you're not around

No bc I still eat good food! I'm having beef stew for dinner tomorrow & today I had chicken kebabs, & yesterday I had tri-tip. The only difference is that the portions are smaller & the sides I usually had are now different (im 4mos out so I still have some limitations I have to follow) I still very much enjoy eating!

Ohhh I love this! I'll have to get the tikki masala! Thanks

I will soon be seeing my family for the first time in a long time. Some haven't seen me since I was 295lbs (136lbs ago) & this is what I'm worried about. I assume a lot of my family will be supportive but I think the ones I'm not as close to might talk behind my back. Ugh I'm worried. I'd also love to hear other's stories

I just dealt with this with a irl friend. They were so excited to talk to a surgeon about surgery, got the booklet w the pre-op & post op diet & immediately said 'never mind' - he thought it was just magically going to work on its own. He said had thought surgery would magically stop him from eating every 30mins & I told him you can do that w the surgery too. So I agree with this. The "tool" thing is important for people to realize it's not the magic spell they think it is.

BUMP because this is a good thread! Today I am celebrating the fact that I now weigh 159, which is LESS than I weighed during a certain year middle school! I'm VERY happy 😊

I ordered clothes, dresses, jackets etc in a size too small as inspiration to lose more & IT ALL FIT. I can't believe I'm now a medium!

I'm so nervous about mine coming back. I'm 4mos out. Just curious how much can u eat right now? I'm terms of ounces

My first period post surgery was the most intense I've ever had. I got crazy cramps & a very heavy period. I never experienced hardcore cramps before the surgery. I can't say what exactly is happening but you definitely feel a difference

I got mine 100% covered with medicaid, it's absolutely worth the wait! I waited 5mos but did VSG classes w Kaiser during that time & became as educated about the subject as possible. Wishing you all the luck in the world!

3 months out & my hair is falling out. The black & white photo was when I weighed 295. I had thick, amazing hair. The one on the right was this Christmas at 173lbs. Hair is definitely thinner & stringy. & I'm wearing it curly, it looks even thinner when I straighten it. I know this isn't permanent, I know it'll grow back eventually. But man its still upsetting What have you guys done to combat this? Or how to cope with hair loss?

Waking up from surgery was a very peaceful thing for me. It was quiet, I had no pain, I was covered up & very warm. I had a scratchy throat from a tube they inserted but that was it. However my good experience was due to the fact that I react very well to anesthesia. That'll help determine how you feel

YES I used to be a polar bear. I never even wore socks around the house during the winter, never wore sweaters, etc. Now I sleep in socks & sweaters, I'm constantly cold. Though I kind of hope this means I'll tolerate California heat better

UGH I sat on concrete arena seats & it felt like my bones were being grinded down haha. PAIN

Stalls suck but staying consistent will always break them! This is your first, but it also wont be your last. Don't let them discourage you 😊

I did not do anything besides walking until the 3 month mark because I personally still felt a bit too weak until then. Make sure to listen to your body as well! Listen to your surgeon but you will FEEL when you're ready!

The only thing I have aversions to as of today are just oily/fried stuff. I had real peanut butter & i was grossed out the whole time. Also donuts feel like rocks in my stomach. Which is kind of a great as I now have a valid reason to stay away from those foods! Luckily I'm able to handle naturally oily foods like salmon & avocado. Its just the processed stuff!

Welcome! I hope this place is able to help you through your journey!

Hugs. The liquid stage truly took a toll on my mental health, it's so much more tough than one would think so I fully sympathize with you right now. I'm sorry you're finding this hard, but I'm glad this is gonna help your reflux! I hope it will be worth it for you in the end 💜

Wow that's very interesting! Did your weight loss slow down significantly? I think it's great that your surgeon is concerned about your last 100lbs. I've seen amazing things on these newer weight loss medications. Keep us updated!

Going through this exact same thing! This has been the least enjoyable winter so far. I used to HATE sleeping with socks & now I absolutely have to. I'd wear sweaters 5x max during California winters & now I need it everyday. Experiencing Summer with less fat is gonna be great

-In regards to the straws, some doctors say yes, some say no. It's honestly just to avoid any extra gas in your stomach. I'm 3 months out & I finally started drinking with straws again, but small sips to avoid any extra air. I would avoid it during the first couple of months -In terms of 'testing' it seems standard that you recieve a small water cup, broth & jello for your first meal post op. If you have any negative reactions, tell your nurses! However a lot of the time most discomfort or nausea you feel is normal. -Broth. Your doctor should give you a sheet or at least inform you of all the options you have during the liquid stage but yeah, my program reccomended everything to be low sodium! -For your bonus, take your biggest comfiest pj pants for when you leave. I took pj pants that fit just right & they were suddenly too tight when I was being discharged because of the gas they pumped in. It made the car ride home uncomfortable, don't make the same mistake I made!

Congrats!! Those are amazing numbers.