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Surgery was Monday. So far so good but still having a lot of gas pain. What have others found helpful for that? They also found two hernias and repaired them so I have a bit more pain than expected' date=' but doing ok. Protein Shakes, Water & broths are going down fine. Might try going to my daughters ball practice tonight & walk around the field (walking through the house is getting pretty boring)

HW 258 SW 249 GOAL 135[/quote']

I walked the side walk in front of my house. Fresh air felt good. And the weather was good too

HW: 258 SW:?? CW: 236 SD:4/11/13 Twitter: and Instagram: @skinnyjess2013

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Oh come on!! We had surgery on the same day! And I can't have tuna till after next week. Than any other meat has to be pureed! I'm living off low fat cheese' date=' refried Beans, cottage cheese, and yogurt. I'm dreaming of tuna!

HW: 258 SW:?? CW: 236 SD:4/11/13 Twitter: and Instagram: @skinnyjess2013[/quote']

Lol sorry girl

HW 358 SW 344 CW 328 GOAL 200 surgery 4/11/13

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Oh come on!! We had surgery on the same day! And I can't have tuna till after next week. Than any other meat has to be pureed! I'm living off low fat cheese' date=' refried Beans, cottage cheese, and yogurt. I'm dreaming of tuna!

HW: 258 SW:?? CW: 236 SD:4/11/13 Twitter: and Instagram: @skinnyjess2013[/quote']

Lol--mine was on April 8th and I'm Still on full liquids. I am So ready for some Cottage cheese or an avocado!

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Today is my first day of puree! (Dos 4/10) I also went back to work today and I don't want to try anything new here! So...maybe for dinner? Any suggestions? How thin did you make your puree?

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Today is my first day of puree! (Dos 4/10) I also went back to work today and I don't want to try anything new here! So...maybe for dinner? Any suggestions? How thin did you make your puree?

I made it smooth like cake batter but not liquid.< /p>

HW 358 SW 344 CW 328 GOAL 200 surgery 4/11/13

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I get to start on soft foods on Friday! I'm so stinkin excited!! :-)

HW 305 SW 292 CW 278 GW 150

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I have steri-strips! And they did the leak test while I was in surgery also!

HW: 258 SW:?? CW: 236 SD:4/11/13 Twitter: and Instagram: @skinnyjess2013

Mine was the same

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Non-scale Victory (NSV):

Went from a bra size 44D to a 40D,

and a 3X to a 2X in scrubs! YAY!! ;)

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Great information on the straw thing. Is anyone considering a vegetarian lifestyle post-op?

Coincidentally my diet has been leaning towards vegetarian. Things like morning star burgers have been great and gentle for me. cheese and yogurt as well

HW 296 - SW 266.3 (4/1/13) - CW 255.5

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I'm trying not to get down here, but I lost the first week after surgery, and now it's week three (and a half) which means more than two weeks with no loss. I also haven't noticed a huge difference in my clothes. I'm following my surgeon's plan exactly.... I know there are going to be stalls, but come on :( On a happier note, keep up the good work ladies! It seems like everyone is being careful and smart about their decisions

HW 296 - SW 266.3 (4/1/13) - CW 255.5

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I'm trying not to get down here' date=' but I lost the first week after surgery, and now it's week three (and a half) which means more than two weeks with no loss. I also haven't noticed a huge difference in my clothes. I'm following my surgeon's plan exactly.... I know there are going to be stalls, but come on :( On a happier note, keep up the good work ladies! It seems like everyone is being careful and smart about their decisions

HW 296 - SW 266.3 (4/1/13) - CW 255.5[/quote']

I'm at a stall right now too--it's very common to happen at weeks 2-4. I've been at the same for over a week now. It is hard to deal with, but just trust in the process and know that the weight WILL come off if you stick to your rules. Plateaus are just a bump in the road.

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Was alright yesterday, but sure hurting today. All I want to do is sleep. Made tacos for the family, but didn't even think about the food. I think I am going to really struggle getting liquids in today. Ugh.... SO TIRED!!

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Today is my first day home. gas pains are bad today. Gas X strips do not work. The chewable ones do. I never knew passing gas could feel so good. But then once I started passing gas I've had diarrhea all day. Every time I drink Water, take meds or Vitamins I am headed to the bathroom. And asking my husband to wipe me is humiliating.

CandiH, Spring, TX_Surgery Date 4/22/13

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Left: about a year ago; Right: last week

Wow!! You look great!!

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