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Hey cass! my psych eval isn't until october 18, lk a week after my 5 month appt, im sure it'll be here before i knw it. after my psych appt i only have one more appt left and then i send everything in. im so excited!!!! the dctr im going to c is Janelle Coughlin, she's at Bayview. so it's like 5 minutes from my house. ashley told me about the nightmare of them not sending in your paperwork late!

1 week....just take it slow and like you said ease into...which protein shake? Iam looking for something new for after surgery..

Hi Hopeful. Well it is all starting to come fast now. Yesterday, I was shocked to realize I had one week until pre-op liquids. I have been very busy lately also. My sister had her lower leg amputated on Thursday (diabetes) and I am the only family in the area so I have been at the hospital a lot. My son may be up at Harvard for a debate tournament in Feb so maybe we can meet!

Hi Tabbi! I got my referral in April, and had surgery in August. I think you can make the process go a little faster, if you are aggressive and make all your appointments back to back. I was driving down to Ft. Carson (45 min!) twice a week in June to try to get everything done. As soon as they start putting referrals in the system, you can schedule them: wellness (2x), psych (3x), nutrition (3x)

How are you doing?

I am feeling so much better. Today is one week for me! I had my drain removed today and I have lost 5 more lbs!

I saw you post about a 3 to 5 week stall. thats me right now. freaking out... glad to hear its normal though. Can you tell me about how many calories you intake a day? I am trying to make sure I am doing everything right. : ) thanks.

hey sweets.. I am wondering whats ur egg salad recipe? still a week for more till I get there but I am collecting reciepies:)

Woohoo! I have heard some good things about him. I am having my surgery with Dr. Webb at NFL Surgeons in Jax also. How is the 3 month supervised weight loss going? I am almost in month 3 of my 6. Only three more days!

Hi there! How did your six week appointment go with Dr. Pop? I was curious as to what kinds of pre-op testing Barix required you to do? I've been reading around on here and everyones experiences vary so much. Thanks and hope you're doing great!

Sorry about your 2 week stall :c but it's over now! and you lost a great amount for the time period. Congratulations!

Hey :-)

I am doing fine. I've been stalled for almost a couple of weeks now, but I've been doing a lot of strength training on my total gym and the inches are melting off (50 inches lost so far)!!! You are doing really GREAT :-)

I was off work for two weeks. I felt well enough to go back sooner, but my doctor didn't want me to go back for three weeks. We compromised at two. I work a desk job, so I was only allowed back with the understanding that I wouldn't do any lifting.

This is the BEST THING I've ever done!!! I've lost 47 lbs. and would do it again in a heartbeat!

Hey Renee. I'm pretty good. Still having a little trouble getting my fluid in and eating much but it gets a little better each week. I think I just have to accept that I'm gonna be a slow loser, but that's okay as long as I'm losing! How are you? What have you been eating?

800 calories is ok though. Prilosec is so wonderful! Saved me many times! I am down 34lbs (lost 2 lbs overnight) had a 3 day stall at 233.2 but 231.2 this am! woohoo! I am eating normal stuff, but no raw veggies or fruits like you.Nothing has given me too much trouble as of yet.although i did eat about 4-6oz of smoothie too fast and had to stick my fingers down my throat! Yuk! Glad 2 talk 2 u!

I read somewhere not to worry so much about protein the first week, just stay hydrated. I have been drinking water, crystal light, hot herbal tea and trying to get a little protein in with Protidiet Hot Cocoa and Premier Choc Shake. Hang in there - I'm sure every day will get a little easier. I have an appointment with Dr. Hoehn on Wednesday at 1:30. When do you see him?

Hey, not much! What about you? [: This waiting sucks! Lol I should get a date this week, so I'm really excited. I can't wait to just be relieved and like you said feel like this is actually happening.

Hi there!! Doing great, Feeling great! Recovery was pretty much a breeze. How are you doing? I don't go in for a checkup until 6 weeks with my surgeon (but did a 2 week post op with PCP for good Karma) Eating good, no major issues, no heartburn, no gas.

Keep me posted on your progress! Have a FABULOUS week ahead!

Hey Deb! I'm exactly the same way...I feel like a failure for not getting to goal...I have about 20 to go...yet I also am really proud that I have lost 80...argh...I've been content to just eat what I want and not exercise as much lately, but this last week I've finally gotten my motivation back. I started tracking food on my iphone and that seems to be helping...good luck to you darlin!

Renee, thanks for the heads up about Dr. H's office. We can still meet there, but where is he located now. Wow down 2 more pounds since last week. You are doing super.... woman. I know corny joke. Holla back and Hugs!!

WOW!!! You are doing FANTASTIC! I am having mine doen in two weeks I can't wait

It was good. I ate about 1/3 of it and gave the rest to my daughter. How is everything going? I'm finally beginning to enjoy eating again. I cooked some veggies the other day and hubby smoked me some chicken..it was so good. We are headed back down to LA next week. What kinds of meat do u eat? I find chicken to be about the only meat I can tolerate well.

Hi Laura, I am glad you found me. The sleeve is the best thing I have ever done for myself. I am down 51 lbs and want to lose 50-70 more, but I already look better and feel so much better. I am exercising....going to the gym at least 5 days a week. I am so glad you are doing well. I enjoyed our time shopping. My daughter stole my gucci bag. I never got to carry it. lol

Hey Ms Lady! Theres no way around it, you just gotta DO IT. Do 5 days super low carbs. Make the first three days pretty much all protein and veggies... nothing else. Its going to be tough, so pray through the cravings if you have to. Also, you have to get your workouts in too.. even if it means waking up 30 minutes earlier. ;o)

Second week post-op and I havent lost any weight this week

Think im in my first stall, scale is STUCK. Gonna use it for gym motivation and make some lemonade.