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I was a MESS before surgery and guess what??? I am doing great and it all worked out fine!! Yes, it will be tough in the beginning but that is TEMPORARY!!! I am 11m 1/2 weeks out and I lost 52 POUNDS!!!! That's like a year's worth of weight without the surgery. Relax, Breathe deep and Visualize all the things you will be able to do that your weight prevented you from doing. good luck!!!

I was a HUGE drinker with meals too and just like anything in life...you will get used to it. I don't eat 1/2 hour before or after a meal and I am very used to it. To be successful you have to follow the rules. Sipping when you need it, like Tiff says is okay but the idea to this it to fill your cute little stomach with good food and allow it time to digest so you won't get hungry. If I can do it, anyone can

You look beautiful! What an amazing amount of weigh in just a year! I hope to follow in your footsteps. You are an inspiration!

Sweetie....love yourself and be proud of all you've accomplished! YOU LOST MORE THAN YOU CURRENTLY WEIGH!!! That is absolutely amazing. You are a WINNER!!!!!!!

ABC news did a report a few weeks ago and they said 99% of ppl with bands have complications and 40% must have them removed. I was one of the 40% and I can tell you it was HELL!!!

I have BCBS of NJ and was approved no problem. I was ready for a fight but it wasn't needed. I was very suprised. Keep fighting.

Congratulations Tiff!! I am so happy for you. Nothing is better than looking into the eyes of your child. I hope you have a wonderful pregnancy!!!! You worked so hard for this and enjoy every minute of it!!!

Give yourself time and be careful!!! You are at risk for a leak until 2 weeks after the surgery! The surgery, pain meds play games with your mood so you have to keep yourself calm. You should find a support group in your area. I had therapy for a full year to deal with my food issues before I was ready for the sleeve surgery. Also, at your stage they said to consume no more than 6oz of Fluid an hour. Measure your foods and be good to yourself You will get through it.

My doctors office gives up a paper that has portions and it give you an idea of what your plate should look like. It's the size of a salad plate, which I eat off of every day now. If you message me, I can email it to you...

Don't beat yourself up. I am going to say what no other person said...your surgeon in a CREEP!!! There is not hard fact evidence of the liver shrinking...NONE..Just a belief. My doctor doesn't even require a pre-op diet for this reason and he is a very cautious doctor. just no large meals 3 days before surgery. I am sorry you had to go through this horrific experience. I can imagine the planning and mental preparation you had to go through. Don't beat yourself up, folloow the plans and get your surgery. I am speechless at your story.

Today marks 11 week since my surgery on January 3rd and I hit the 50 pound mark today!!! I can honestly say that I didn't start "loving" my sleeve until a couple weeks ago. I struggled with the feelings of "what the hell did I do to myself?" to being frustrated because going out to dinner meant taking a few bites and then being full. I worked through all those feelings and have been working out like crazy (spinning). I had to buy some tops because I had none!! I fit easily into an XL at Old Navy!! I don't usually shop there but I had a coupon and there is no way I am buying good clothes until I reach goal!! So to any of you who may be considering this surgery or newly post-op.....It's not an easy journey but it gets better every day!!!!

Sending good thoughts, prayers and vibes your way!

What a transformation!! I hope you feel as good as you look!!!!

That is so amazing! Pink is sure your color! Keep up the great work!

I use the fat secret app. I have an iphone and I do love it..

I went out to dinner and "forgot" too. I started slurping though a straw, got a huge bubble in my stomach then tried to take a nexium for the gas and threw up into my hand while running to the ladies room...LOL you live and learn....

My doctor told me that after two weeks, a person has a "zero percent" (his words) chance of a leak. With that being said, I am sure it was just too much acidity from the lemon.....and WOW I could never have eaten a lemon straight!! (even before surgery! LOL Good Luck!

My doctor didn't really give me any restrictions. He said not to drive when I'm on pain meds. I have a 5 and 8 year old. My husband took of the first week and that was a big help. By a week out I was feeling much better. To be honest, the first few days home all I did was wander around because it was uncomfortable to sit or lay down. After a few days, I only took pain meds a night .. and by a wee, out, I didn't need them. Get help for a week and u will be fine!!

Call the doctors and get a prescription for anti-naseau meds. You don't want to get dehydrated! Take care and I hope it gets better for you!!!

The band was hell for me. I am so glad I have my sleeve. It's a much more normal of life. No horrible food stuck feeling. The recovery is much for involved but it's worth it.

Miralax did NOT work for me. The doctor told me to get these pills called "Peri-colace" They worked like a charm! They used to be available only by a RX but now they are over the counter. They are expensive ($18) but worth it. I now be sure I eat pineapple and other fruits that begin with a "P" They all help with constipation.

IT WILL GET BETTER!!! You have a few more days. Each day you will wake up and feel better. Call you doctor and ask if you can take dilaudid 4mg. They are tiny pills and okay to swallow. I took them around the clock the first few days and just at night the next few days. After the first week, I didn't really need them. I had some pain from teh drain but not too bad. YOU WILL GET THROUGH THIS!! Your regrets are perfectly natural! ((((((HUGS)))))))

When i had the Lap Band I got my period as well. They didn't allow a tampon. The nurses basically gave me this pad the size of pillow to shove between my legs. For once I was happy I had fat thighs to hold that thing in place. The nurses are so non-chalant about it too!

Not only have I been on anxiety meds for years, I sobbed like a lunatic during the psch eval and I still passed!!! LOL Be honest and talk about your issues to food and your desire to get healthy!!!

You really are rockin your sleeve!! NSV feel great and I know you wil continue to have them!!!!