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lbrown1428...Along with all the factors that mangopickle mentioned, I was told in my class to make sure I keep my protein level up after surgery to help with healing. This is supposed to help allow the skin to heal and "shrink" after surgery as well. For some reason we all seem to worry about the extra skin before surgery,…
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relentless212, you are doing FANTASTIC! I too had to go to classes before my surgery and was told that I had to lose 10% of my weight first. I was walking daily, eating a lot less and much better, no pop at all, and even gave up caffeine (as you can't have that right after surgery). I had a few in my class really worried…
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Your cycle will be off for a few months or more depending on how fast you are losing your weight. As bikrchk said "...the rapid release of hormones..." Also know that I've been instructed that a woman can become pregnant much easier after the sleeve due to losing weight and crazy hormones. They were recommending people…
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pollytx...I am sorry you had such a time with the band. From personal experience, I can tell you that before the sleeve I was hungry ALL the time. Even healthy food was eaten in huge amounts. Now, the hunger is completely gone. You do have to think about what you are eating...it would be very easy to just give in to a…
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ginnybsaved You can do it! And so can your daughter too. Make sure you get lots of education on the process and taking care of yourself afterwards (and before). I will be praying for you both.
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CONGRATS! I had mine done 1 week ago. Let's talk.
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I had my sleeve done on 7/10...so I am 1 week out! I would love to be able to email with you to share info, experiences, etc. Like an online support group. Let me know if you would like to do that.
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I hope your journey continues to go well and that the "tool" of the sleeve has continued to help. I should be having my surgery in about a month. The prep has been a lot of work, but so totally worth it.
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Here are a couple of "odd" tips...if you are swimming first (most do) try to use mainly your arms for the swim to save your legs for the bike and run. Fill your shoes with baby powder and have them sitting next to your bike...after exiting the water (often near sand/dirt) you will run through a bucket of water to rinse,…
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OK, I am in...however, I am having bariatric surgery this summer. I will do this until surgery as it will surely take weight off. :o) My current weight is 243.8.
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I am in the process of my 12 week pre-surgery classes for surgery this summer. I need to try to lose 10% of my body weight prior to surgery. I am learning to eat more protein, get more activity, and learn about what it will be like after surgery. I am trying hard to lose the weight first as they say it is better on your…
