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  • I was told to expect this during my pre-surgery psych sessions. It was suggested that I take a lot of pictures because it might be easier for my brain to accept this transition if there are progression photos to view. The interesting part is that I seem to be having the exact opposite experience. I've lost 115 lbs and I…
    in Article on self-image following weight loss Comment by gldngrl7 December 2015
  • I love my 32 oz CamelBak Chute water bottle. Two of those a day and I'm gold. And no straw! Just a mouth shaped spout for drinking.
    in Your favorite post surgery gadget, water bottle, kitchen tool or whatnot? Comment by gldngrl7 October 2015
  • I took the third week off for several reasons: 1) a friend in my office had the same surgery and said he wished he had taken 3 weeks. He was so tired he ended up using vacation days to take half days off on week 3. 2) if hospitalized my company allows up to 6 weeks paid leave for a procedure like this. So I took 3. 3). I…
    in How much time did you take off (or wish you did) to recover from sleeve surgery? Comment by gldngrl7 October 2015
  • I'm almost five months out and I'm 87 lbs down since my initial surgical consultation. Here are my weight loss positives... -- heels! -- working all day and still having the energy to work out when I get home. -- fitting into chairs with arms! -- fitting into booths at the restaurant! -- crossing my legs (I was just able…
    in The fun things about losing weight Comment by gldngrl7 August 2015
  • Chew it. You might be a little gassy later, but life is a trade off.
    in flying Comment by gldngrl7 August 2015
  • For me, I only occasionally experience hunger like before. And I no longer have obsessive thoughts about food, although I think that type of psychological change varies greatly from person to person. As for feeling full, that's a resounding yes! Sometimes I willl fix a bowl of something and eat maybe three or four bites…
    in Pre-op here. Whats it like after surgery? Comment by gldngrl7 July 2015
  • Mine's been less predictable since surgery. Normally I'm a Swiss watch and P tracker predicts my start date with a 2 day +\-. After surgery it came 10 days early! And then the next one was 6 days late. Like everything else, I suppose our reproductive system has to recalibrate.
    in Menstrual Cycle Question Comment by gldngrl7 June 2015
  • My nutritionist said you should wait a minimum of 42 days post surgery before venturing to salad. On day 43 I had a small spring mix salad and chewed really well -- man, did that hit the spot! If you try and have problems, give your stomach more time and try again in a few weeks.
    in Summer Vacation Travel Comment by gldngrl7 June 2015
  • Same here. I was sleeved March 23 -- so I'm just a few weeks behind you. I stalled for two weeks after progressing to puréed food. I've lost steadily the last few weeks but then went up a pound this week. I think the body occasionally tries to course correct. I choose to try not to get so tied to the number on the scale.
    in Frustrations Comment by gldngrl7 June 2015
  • Peppermint tea! I find that works very well.
    in Upset Tummy Comment by gldngrl7 May 2015
  • Had my VSG on 3/23/15 and I'm looking to join a community where I can get guidance as well. Surgery weight: 317 Current weight: 300
    in Need more VSG friends Comment by gldngrl7 April 2015
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