GREAT idea Kat! Ive seen a lot of people post things about placing a dollar for every pound lost into a jar. It would be a wonderful way to treat yourself to a day of pampering or a new wardrobe!

Every person has a different pain threshold....and everyone goes through things differently. When I had any pain....I treated it much as I did Labor pains.....I concentrated on my breathing...and let...

Be aware.....if you download this app and want to try it....do NOT link it to your credit card or paypal. In the small print.....it states that if you cancel....you will still be required to finish...

Welcome to the forum, Neil! Best of luck in your journey!

To help reduce the swelling in your belly....walk walk walk. Not long walks.....but short frequent walks. That will help the fluid to drain. Reducing the swelling should also help ease some of the...

Mine was falling out by the handfulls...thankfully I have very thick hair and lots of it. But I can tell a big difference in it. Ive been taking Biotin to help with my hair loss. I take two 5000 mg...

I originally wanted the band as well.....until I researched the sleeve surgery more. My Dr hadnt done many of the sleeves at the time I had mine done so I was a bit nervous. Then i found this...

Measure measure measure! Especially if you are working out. Take your body measurements in several areas...sometimes the scale doesnt show the progress. If you are working out....your body will be...

Be sure to take and check your measurments too.....sometimes the scale wont move...but you will still be losing inches. I use fitday.com to log in my weight, measurements, activity and foods ive...

Welcome to the group Lisdell and Tilly! This site has been an amazing sourse for info and support. If you are interested in seeing a video of the surgery.....check out this link. LapSF Live Video...

The discomfort varies with each person. I was sleeved in Aug and i STILL have days like that. So much depends on your level of activity and diet. I had very little pain after surgery....as soon as i...

A person may also have a longer waiting period if they have to have clearances from other specialists. I also had to wait until I saw my nutritionist for 6 months. But it IS worth the wait!!!

The biggest reason is to reduce the size of the liver. It lays against the stomach and reducing the size reduces the risk of nicking the liver during the procedure. But it also helps get you ready...

Here is the video of the whole surgery. I hope by watching this....you are reassured. LapSF Live Video Stream I am 4 weeks post op and have had no complications. Best of Luck!

Look at it this way...if you get into the habit of looking at ALL of the nutritional factors....you will be better off in the long run. For instance.....you might have 2 items to choose from for...

Welcome to the site!!!!

Yesterday I swore I was going to black out at one point after trying to eat some lettuce. I got sick real fast, clammy, & dizzy. But thats the only time that has happened to me. Was a scarey feeling....

At this point its best to do as Chuck said....keep track of protein and fluids as the main part of your focus. But we do still need to be mindful of calories, sodium, carbs, etc. Make sure your...

It could be a combo of them all. Just be sure you are getting enough protein with the pre op diet and are taking your vitamins. You may want to check with the Dr on your iron level also. Anemia can...

Hi Mike! Nice to "meet" you. I'm Shelley and I am 3 week post op. I cant help you with Mexico recommendations but I can give you a link to view the surgery. LapSF Live Video Stream

I was...

You're very welcome! Best of luck!!!

I agree with doing something for YOURSELF. Have some pamper days. Shower and lather up with lotion, paint your nails and toenails. Experiment with hair styles and makeup. Give yourself a facial. And...

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I rolled over and slept on my tummy the night of surgery. LOL when my Dr walked in and saw me like that he just grinned and shook his head! But he said as long as it didnt bother me.....it was fine....

Congrats!!!! Keep up the great work!!