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Hello, everyone new to this. Let me introduce myself. I am Cresteds Mom, have 5 Chinese Cresteds. I am 3 months into 6 month waiting period for surgery where I see doctor monthly. Suppose to be exercising and losing weight but no set amount. I gained 2 pounds this month, discouraging. Keep telling myself if I could do it this way wouldn't need surgery. Have others had a problem during waiting period?</p>

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I did, but partly because I was warned that if I really lost too much I wouldn't qualify for the surgery. The other part was I kept thinking, "it won't be long before I can't have this anymore..." Now that I have a date and it feel like this is really happening, it is getting easier! It's more about a positive change for my health.

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Would love to see pics of your cresteds! They are so cute to me : ) What kind of temperment do they have?

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Cresteds are adorable. Very laid back personality, total lap dogs and biggest babies you ever saw.

I too, tell myself before long won't be able to eat this so why not eat it now. Glad to hear when I finally get date that may change.

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Be careful, you don't want to gain too much. Use this time to practice eating slowly and enjoying your food (called mindful eating). Some surgeons want to see you lose wt to show that you are ready for the change. Good luck to you.

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