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Just got my fitbit flex delivered! So far I have no idea what I'm doing or if it's even on but my phone says it's 24 steps to the bathroom from the computer so far!! Lol

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How much was the fitbit? You'll have to let me know how you like it. I've been thinking about getting one or something like it for a little while know. I just use my phone for now, but if it's in my purse or not on me it obviously doesn't track. It's a Samsing app, and pretty great, but I'd love something more accurate.

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Well so far it's comfy on my wrist and I don't really notice it. So that's good, I am a little obsessed with it right now and I keep checking my phone to see what I've done .. Already walked half a mile not doing anything special!! And burned almost 700 calories just breathing and walking around house and store. Makes me feel less of a slug then I thought I was !! Oh and I paid 97$ on Amazon for the black one . The blue one is 99

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SF you have had quite the stressful recovery with moving and having extreme nausea. Try not to be so hard on yourself. You're doing amazing! The true hunger is also a struggle for me. I'm at the point where I feel like I'm eating 20 times a day. That isn't true but I do feel true hunger about every 1.5-2 hours and am also on a ppi twice daily. Try to remind yourself that you're awesome and have done so well! You got this hun.

Aww, Jen, thank you for always being supportive :)

I'm trying. I know this is normal but still get a little discouraged. But... SJ and I have made a decision to not weigh til Saturdays.

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Aww, Jen, thank you for always being supportive :)

I'm trying. I know this is normal but still get a little discouraged. But... SJ and I have made a decision to not weigh til Saturdays.

Yup. Saturdays. We can do this. My wii fit just told me how impressed it was that I I haven't missed a day in 4 weeks. It's going to be unimpressed next week. Hahah

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Just got my fitbit flex delivered! So far I have no idea what I'm doing or if it's even on but my phone says it's 24 steps to the bathroom from the computer so far!! Lol

I have had mine for a month and I love it! Good choice!

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Aww, Jen, thank you for always being supportive :)

I'm trying. I know this is normal but still get a little discouraged. But... SJ and I have made a decision to not weigh til Saturdays.

Good decision. My weigh in day is Fridays. Having only one weigh in day makes life easier. I still fall back into my scaleoholism from time to time. But it never helps. I have also been feeling days of total discouragement. But I know I did the right thing and am losing at a good pace.

I started working out with a trainer who has lots of experience with bariatric patients and is also a nutritionist. She has been really encouraging. My surgeon is actually a partner (with two other surgeons) in her new facility so my surgeon happened to stop by during my workout. It was actually kind of nice. I got to ask him a few questions that I forgot at my last appointment. So that worked out nicely.

Down to 194. It was a slow week but hopefully working with a trainer will help keep my weight loss consistent.

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Hey everyone. I have par taken in a drink here and there. I used to drink whiskey and diet soda and had a pretty high tolerance to it. Not so much these days. While no soda for me. My dr is against it and not thrilled with the alcohol either so I met him halfway and had whiskey and Water. My tolerance is nothing so half a drink is all I can do.

I joined a gym today very excited about it. I have been pestering my dr to allow more than walking and light cardio and finally got it. First training session with trainer Tuesday.

So glad for this sight and all the suggestions and support there is from others going through this. Much success to all!

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Just got my fitbit flex delivered! So far I have no idea what I'm doing or if it's even on but my phone says it's 24 steps to the bathroom from the computer so far!! Lol

I love mine. It makes it so much easier because I don't have to think about keeping track of things. U will love it!

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Does anyone know if there are over the counter sleep aids that are acceptable / safe for sleeve patients ?

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Does anyone know if there are over the counter sleep aids that are acceptable / safe for sleeve patients ?

Are there any we are supposed to stay away from? I take Benadryl to help me sleep but I know that doesn't work for everyone.

Are natural sleep aids like melatonin okay? Sorry. I'm clearly not up on this subject. Lol.

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I have no idea I never thought to ask my dr who is very conservative on taking anything other than Vitamins or my allowed meds.

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I take benadryl regularly. I'm a night nurse and have trouble sleeping during the day sometimes. I've seen no side effects from it, but I also have not discussed it with my surgeon. Sorry I can't be more help!

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Hey guys! I just signed up to be trained by a personal trainer 2 days a week! I'm so excited! He's worked with several bariatric patients and will personalize the workouts to my fitness level! I am curious about all of your nutrient recommendations from your surgeons. I've not been given a set calorie limit. Only 2oz servings and 70g Protein a day. What are your surgeons recommending?

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Hey guys! I just signed up to be trained by a personal trainer 2 days a week! I'm so excited! He's worked with several bariatric patients and will personalize the workouts to my fitness level! I am curious about all of your nutrient recommendations from your surgeons. I've not been given a set calorie limit. Only 2oz servings and 70g Protein a day. What are your surgeons recommending?

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