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I am going back to college soon as a sophomore, living in the dorms. I am an RA on campus and have my own room. I will have three weeks after surgery to recover and get back to everyday living at school. BUT we are not allowed to have our own microwave, stove, oven, etc. it is going to be incredibly hard for me to make the healthy foods I am supposed to be eating. What am I supposed to do?! Does anyone else have/had this problem? What did you do? I am very afraid I will be stuck and not have the option I would at home. please help!
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Something inside me
amberakamom replied to KatieRichardson's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I could feel it the first week... -
Approved for June 6
CelesteMarie replied to AnaTravella's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's no biggie but they didn't give me a preop and I'm surprised about that coz I was 277 and 5'5". My surgeon was Dr. Atkinson. Weight loss center. Had my surgery at Desert Inn hospital on the 5th of this month. I followed orders the first two weeks but I don't follow to a t anymore. That's bad. I still get all my Protein in but I had pain popcorn (not supposed to) and I had alcohol one night (not supposed to). Other than that, it's going great. When I first woke up, I immediately regretted it but now I am so glad I did it. I went back to work 3 days after. Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App -
Everybody body is different I'm almost 5 weeks out and has only lost 30lbs 10 of which were pre surgery I'm starting to get discourage but than again I've been in this stall for about two weeks. Sent from my SM-G900T1 using the BariatricPal App
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I'm sure I'll hit a stall. I'm just concerned with permanently damaging my metabolism. I guess I'll just stick to it.
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Approved for June 6
AnaTravella replied to AnaTravella's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wow congrats! You are doing good. I am taking two weeks off because I'm not sure how I will handle all the pain and I work in an office sitting all day might make it even more painful. I think my surgery is at sunrise but I'll find out more details tomorrow. -
37th wedding anniversary. Had 1,500 calories for just dinner! Oh well there is always tomorrow. I have lost 130 lbs since July 30, 2012, but today I splurged. I am only at 3.8 in 14 cc Realize band and have absolutely no restriction to date. I am going to get another fill next week, so hopefully I will be better off with being satisfied with smaller portions and wiser selections. On the plus side i ate a lot of protein with dinner. Guess I will shoot for negative calories tomorrow.
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Nerves Getting The Best Of Me!
Banned member replied to Luckystar12's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm getting sleeved next week and I'm very nervous but usually when I'm nervous or ready to freak out, I tend to get very quiet and do my deep breathing exercises. I used to listen to relaxation CDs when I would have anxiety before bed and it really helps me clear my mind and stay calm. I also did hypnosis with the home birth of my 3rd child and it really conditioned me to stay calm and relax. I haven't had a anxiety attack since learning these techniques. I'm more worried about the breathing tube more than anything because anything that could possibly irritate my throat and make it swell tends make me want to freak out. I know I will be fine though -
OK...so took a step in the right direction. As you may or may not know, NYC apartment kitchens are not like on TV or in the movies. They are tiny tiny rooms with minimal storage. I ordered a blender so I could use it for smoothies. I know that these drinks can also be calorie laden but I will make sure they are healthy and not full of empty calories. In order to have room for the blender, I had to go through my one storage cabinet and start to get rid of things. Tossed some of the pots I know I don't need...and got rid of a large colander as well. These items were used by me for mostly Pasta related cooking. These days, a small strainer and small saucepan is enough as I never cook more than a cup of pasta at one time. Then that cup is portioned out and frozen into 1/4 cup amounts. So, as I started to rid myself of some of these items, I took stock of what has changed in the nearly three years since I've used the big pot and colander. I haven't binged on pasta in all that time. Didn't eat till I was stupified as I had done. I recalled how I'd limp home..in terrible pain, just to eat to excess knowing that I was only making my condition worse. So the pots are now gone, and so is the joint pain. So is 145 lbs. So is all my fat clothes. What has changed? I move normally. I fit everywhere. I'm not ashamed of my size. I can sit on the floor with my grandson and play with him. I'll be able to climb the monkey bars with him as well when he's old enough to go to the playground. I can put him on my lap as I now have one. I wear pretty clothes. I wear makeup, do my nails, hair, etc. Men notice me. One man in particular notices me and I'm very happy with him so far. I sleep in someone's arms again. Oh how I missed that. Basically, when you add up the pluses and minuses, life without eating to excess is certainly a better thing than a big bowl of spaghetti and sauce. I'll get this thing under control...I know I will. I can't ever let myself get the way I was. And with folks like me, ten pounds might as well be 110 pounds. Thank you friends for your comments. I appreciate your support..I need your support.
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6 Weeks Out, 30lbs down!!!!!!!
sleeveorbust replied to sleeveorbust's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Thanks for all of the support!!! things are definitely going well Im hoping i can do another 30 in the next 6 weeks... that would take me to Christmas eve!!! thats my goal so we will all see whether or not i can make it! -
I had my appointment to meet up with my surgeon on base. It was actually a class full of people sitting down at desks while 2 surgeons talked and explained everything. it was very informative and we filled out a booklet of questions.. which asked about previous diets and stuff like that... N e ways the surgeons were really laid back and supportive towards everyone getting the surgery.. which was a surprise because military docs can be real stuck up a holes that judge... but these were understanding and supported the surgery all the way. They want me to log everything that i eat from now on... yea soo im gonna start tommorrow.. they also said that it is reccommended that we go on a high protein shake diet 2 weeks prior but they were really laid back about it. They basiclly said we could eat too but the surgeon would appreciate the protein shake diet for a smaller liver.. basiclly they didnt even really care they just suggested it.. i dont know if they are being laid back now because its just the begining and they dont wanna scare me away....and then they will snap the whip and make me go through hell at last minute... but whatever it takes i am ready for. if im gonna go all out and get this surgery done I will be sucessfull and be an allstar and loose the weight... im just soo excited and driven to get this done... So basiclly the next steps will be to go to a nutrition class :scared2:and have a psych eval and then back to the surgeon for a second visit and to schedule an appointment. :thumbup: The surgeon said it would be about a month and a half to two month wait to get everything done and get the band put it... to me thats fast and i cant wait... :thumbdown: IM SOOOO EXCITED AND I JUST CANT HIDE IT!!!! I KNOW I KNOW I KNOW IM GONNA GET BANDED!!!!! WHOOOO HOOOO....
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I had my appointment to meet up with my surgeon on base. It was actually a class full of people sitting down at desks while 2 surgeons talked and explained everything. it was very informative and we filled out a booklet of questions.. which asked about previous diets and stuff like that... N e ways the surgeons were really laid back and supportive towards everyone getting the surgery.. which was a surprise because military docs can be real stuck up a holes that judge... but these were understanding and supported the surgery all the way. They want me to log everything that i eat from now on... yea soo im gonna start tommorrow.. they also said that it is reccommended that we go on a high protein shake diet 2 weeks prior but they were really laid back about it. They basiclly said we could eat too but the surgeon would appreciate the protein shake diet for a smaller liver.. basiclly they didnt even really care they just suggested it.. i dont know if they are being laid back now because its just the begining and they dont wanna scare me away....and then they will snap the whip and make me go through hell at last minute... but whatever it takes i am ready for. if im gonna go all out and get this surgery done I will be sucessfull and be an allstar and loose the weight... im just soo excited and driven to get this done...:sad: So basiclly the next steps will be to go to a nutrition class :scared2:and have a psych eval :tt2: and then back to the surgeon for a second visit and to schedule an appointment. :thumbup: The surgeon said it would be about a month and a half to two month wait to get everything done and get the band put it... to me thats fast and i cant wait... :biggrin: IM SOOOO EXCITED AND I JUST CANT HIDE IT!!!! I KNOW I KNOW I KNOW IM GONNA GET BANDED!!!!! WHOOOO HOOOO....
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Too tight vs stuck episode vs who knows
healthydnp replied to healthydnp's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I had all the fluid removed and I am so much better. I have another appt in 2 weeks and will have some fluid put back in then. I feel so much better. -
It is good to hear. I'm also on metformin. Would like to get off of it. I am losing my hair so bad. Anyways did you lose weight preop? I have to do only three Protein shakes a day two weeks before surgery.
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I Hope I Don't Regret This...getting A Lap Band Unfill
Cindy C posted a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I went to the doctor today with the intention of having .2cc taken out of my 5.8 until after the holidays. That .2 makes a huge difference and I just wanted to enjoy the holidays and my son who will be home from college Saturday for 3 weeks. When the doctor asked me how much to take out, I rethought and decided to take out .5 instead. My band is going to be sooooo loose! I can already feel a difference. Keeping my fingers crossed that I don't gain! -
Am I going backwards?
Butterflywarrior replied to SleeveMeAlone214's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm struggling with this too...always or frequently hungry and it's not always head hunger plus got cravings...I'm sure I am taking in to much even though I'm eating the right foods.aka no fat cottage cheese, non fat Greek yogurt, tuna in the pouch....I'm two weeks post op.now -
Pre-Op Milk shakes?
mountain_lover replied to mountain_lover's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thank you for your suggestions, I am going to go to my doctor and buy some samples to try out before I buy the large order. I still have a little more time before I will find out if I get approved for the surgery and when to start on the two weeks of shakes, so I will go get them right away!! -
Calorie intake...hurting or helping?
onmyway11 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I saw the nutritionist this week. Along with the Protein first talk we discussed caloric intake. I'm on week 3 she said 600-800 calories. Which is fine but really? I only lost a pound this week and I'm thinking maybe it's too low? I know I know don't rush it I will get there but after a week of quarter cup servings of food a scale victory would be nice right? So my question is...do you really believe you need to eat more to lose more? Or is it best to stay so restricted? -
Weight loss week 2
Jessiegirl30 replied to auntiemel's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yep sorry to say it is very normal the first week I lost 15lbs then nothing for 3 weeks!! It was my body catching up and adjusting to all the changes I am 6 months out and I still have stalls like last week I stayed the same it will get there don't feel to bad and remember your body is going thru a massive change -
You can definitely drink G2. I'm 10 weeks post op and continue drinking it throughout the day along with protein shakes and water. It all depends how my day is going. I also drink the powerade zero.
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Any vegan lap banders out there?
catlover602 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi. I'm almost 8 months post op, and I went in for a physical last week. Apparently my cholesterol levels came back high. I was never a big meat eater, but I have been eating more meat because "Protein first." I do not want to take medication. I was able to get off pre diabetic meds and high blood pressure meds. I have never had high cholesterol or have been on meds for it? could it be my age? I just turned 49. I don't know. But I want to cut down on animal protein and get my protein from other sources. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. My weight loss is going great though. It has slowed down a little, but I am happy. I have not gained, some weeks no loss but I am still losing. I was self pay, so I am going to look into seeing a nut. My health insurance might cover that. If not, I will just pay. thanks guys. -
Hi, am new to this site. I am scheduled for Gastric bypass surgery July 25 at TWH in Toronto. I am excited about my surgery but also apprehensive about the unknown and so have found this site very helpful. I have been on Optifast for 14 days, 7 more to go. I am a little disappointed that I am Only 30lbs down after 2weeks of no food. I have stuck only to optifast shakes & sugar free Jello. Is this comparable to others? I feel very light headed and feel unable to go out to do too much because I need to be close to the washroom! Would appreciate any helpful tips or advice. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App
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Yeeeesss, 30lbs in 2 weeks is freaking awesome!!! ???????? Good luck with the surgery and keep us update. ???? Sent from my SM-N920T using the BariatricPal App
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Pre-Op Procrastination!
perk4756 replied to heatherfit4life2b's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I really like the special K protein drinks. Been having 1 for breakfast past cpl weeks. I also like muscle milk -
My surgery was out patient, took 1 week off work. I work at a desk job so working was not a problem. The hardest part of recovery is the shoulder pain from the gas that they use during the procedure, then the second hardest part is the post op diet. I was on 4 weeks of liquids. The band was the best decision I made for myself. It is a tool and if you use it correctly by following the band rules you will see success. Take this time to read all stories here, read the successes and the failures, ask questions and research. This site is full of wonderful friends who will love & support you every step of the way. Good luck on your new journey.
