You totally want the little implant- trust me. Otherwise your breasts will be the shape of Snoopy’s head- rounded on top and then sloping out like his nose does, lol. Also: get yourself some Mederma...

Forgot to answer your question about drinking tea/coffee. The reason they DON’T want you to (at least immediately) is because your body needs water more than anything else. i Was told to wait at...

Republic of Tea has a lot of caffeine free choices (ginger peach is my favorite). I also had a coupon for Bigelow tea and they have a decaf berry that I like a lot. The key is to not limit yourself...

It’s called “referred pain”. I had it as well. It WILL go away, but I know it’s
damn uncomfortable. Your pain meds SHOULD take care of it, but if not, be sure and talk to your doctor.

It’s called “referred pain”. I had it as well. It WILL go away, but I know it’s
damn uncomfortable. Your pain meds SHOULD take care of it, but if not, be sure and talk to your doctor.

What problems are you having, exactly? Understanding the pre- or post-op diet? It can be really confusing, so make sure you talk to your doctor or Nutritionist. My procedure was endoscopic, so I...

If you’re considering freezing the shakes that you’re making at home, using a product that is approved by your physician, you should be able to freeze and blend it. Just don’t add more milk or fluid...

I’m having an endoscopic sleeve gastrectomy done this week Thursday (1/11), and I’m wondering how soon I’ll be able to start exercising. I’m sure I’ll be able to walk in a treadmill within the week,...

If one laxative doesn’t work for you, don’t hesitate to try another brand. Many utilize different coatings and fillers (as well as different active ingredients) which can make a huge difference! I...

I cannot begin to imagine how frustrated and disenchanted you must feel. I really hope things improve soon. And don't compare your recovery to that of others- Everybody heals at a different rate....

Unlike many of the folks here, I’m having an endoscopic procedure, rather than the laparoscopic. Depending how much weight you need/want to lose, it may be an option you might want to consider. It’s...

Am I able to set up my OWN blog within the site (as I can on Wordpress, for example)?

Thanks!

I am actually having a gastric sleeve procedure, but it’s endoscopic verses laparoscopic. I think the actual mechanics are the same, but most physicians won’t perform an invasive surgery on someone...

My BMI is 32, not sure how that compares to laparoscopic patients. I know that the endoscopic procedure is fairly new, and is designed for people who only need to lose less than 100lbs (50lbs is the...

I know many of you have had the laparoscopic sleeve, but I'll be having an ENDOSCOPIC sleeve gastrectomy. I'm not sure if the pre- and post-op instructions are the same. Can anyone advise regarding...

Thanks for your support! I know it'll be a HUGE challenge for me since I'm a chef and I LOVE FOOD, lol. But i love being slimmer even more than that :).

Well, let's keep in touch- maybe we can help each other out!

Wow! Your progress is amazing (and inspiring!). Fluids are a big point of concern for me- i guzzle water ALL THE TIME. Plus, I was raised t drink plenty of water during meals. Im excited for this...

Thanks for your insight!

Thanks for the good wishes! I bought Naturade Total Soy Meal Replacement for my pre-op diet, and EAS 100% whey protein powder for afterward. Both were recommended by my doctor.

So I’m scheduled for surgery on Jan 11, and I’m kinda freaking out. Starting on the 4th, I’ll be on a pre-op liquid diet wth shakes and limited raw veggies. I’m not too worried about that, but I’m a...