I was out for 2 1/2 weeks. I had complications, and I felt like for my own situation, I may have gone back a week too soon. It does vary from person to person. Some folks need a little more time,...

What a big change already!!! YAY!

It could be because of the endotracheal tube that they put in during the surgery to help you breathe.

So, I had my first coffee post sleeve.
Small, sugar free, skinny Turtle Latte from my fave coffee house. Skim milk, sugar free syrups(caramel, chocolate, and pecan), 90 calories, and 0 guilt.
It...

I think I love your mom too! That's fantastic!!!!

In life, there are always choices. Making good ones is not always easy. It's a challenge at times. BUT...

When it comes to this, you know what is going to be helpful and what is not. Don't beat...

I still have mine. I had an ultrasound last week because of the pain, and it was coming from the hematoma. The doctor said it could take weeks or even months for the body to absorb the hematoma, and...

Oh Truffles, I want to go to the same bars you do!
Around here, the menu typically is made up of:
Buffalo wings
Chips and dip(various kinds...last night's hang out spot had chicken enchilada dip)...

last night after my shift, a couple of coworkers asked me to come out with them for a drink. I said that I couldn't drink, but I would be happy to hang out with them. I was a good girl, and drank...

Congrats! Sounds like you are doing great! Also, good job listening to your body's cues. They're subtle, and pre-sleeve, I missed mine all the time. It was a sniffle...my nose would begin to run just...

Yes. That's exactly how my hematoma felt. I still have a little soreness, but it's going away.

Socaldixiegal...
You're absolutely right. I did stop when I felt full and satisfied, but not stuffed. Then when I ate later, I ate a little of the leftover omelet for lunch(about 1/2 of what was...

So, I am almost 5 weeks out...YAY!
I went out for breakfast with the family this morning, and ordered my favorite omelet. And....I ate HALF of it.
This may sound ridiculous, but seeing that I...

I echo the others...don't bring it into the house! If it is already there, "gift" it to a less fortunate family or something... don't keep the fox in the henhouse, so to speak.

So, I have this coworker that transferred to another department recently, and hasn't been on my floor in about two weeks. Today, he dropped by to visit all of his former teammates and shoot the...

Yes. My insurance (through employer) required 5 years of weight records, a psych eval, and 3 months of supervised diets.

I'm just a month out, but I can tell you, there are far better FF choices out there. Right now, I am still on soft, moist meats, and I'm doing okay. Hubby and daughter opted for fast food dinner the...

Jose, I am so sorry you're having problems. I had a similar issue after being sleeved. I didn't have a revision from the band, but I also had internal bleeding, was passing out, and had a...

I had my husband take a pic of me today...full body shot, no cheating...to compare to my photo taken day of surgery. I've lost a total of 31 pounds since that day, and BOY does it show! I didn't...

Hi there! I'm also from the KC area, and I know there are several other folks from our area on here. Good luck with your surgery, and can't wait to see you on the sleeved side!

I haven't had Aunt Flo and Uncle Red come visit since my hysterectomy in 2006, and with no ovaries, I don't have the typical hormone changes of PMS. But since being sleeved I don't have a fuse...

OMG! It's beautiful! Congratulations!!!

Is it acid reflux or just reflux in general? If it is the latter, I would recommend calling your doc ASAP. This could mean that there is something wrong that needs further attention. If it is acid,...

Those HURT. I have woken up two out of the last three nights with a cramp in my right leg, right next to the ankle. I know I am not dehydrated because a certain bodily fluid is FINALLY a good color,...

This one is pretty, and it comes in all kinds of colors. It doesn't have spaghetti straps(although it is sleeveless) and has a beautiful neckline. If it's too long, you could have it shortened, I...