foolishgrrl_1
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 3 years, 8 months ago
I’m back. This was such an amazing outlet on my original journey years ago. So much has happened, new life, new city, new career... new pounds.
I managed well for several years, I had adjusted to my new way of eating and looking at food. After
foolishgrrl_1 posted a comment 10 years, 11 months ago
Great to hear from you, congrats!
foolishgrrl_1 wrote a blog post 10 years, 11 months ago
Stupid Stalls... -
I think I discovered a few things:
1- I totally have the self control to live a low carb lifestyle. I can do this. I've been able to keep my cals at 500 and carbs at the ...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
My Inspiratin Dress NSV -
I bought an inspiration dress, something girly and summery in a size 14. I tried it on just to get an idea of how much I have to go, and it fit nicely. WHAT??!?!!?!?????!!!! I...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
New Protein! FYI -
Tripact Vanilla, it's an all natural protein with probiotics and digestive enzymes, and it has a more natural vanilla taste rather than the artificial vanilla protein taste. Mi...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a comment 11 years ago
Much appreciated!
foolishgrrl_1 wrote a blog post 11 years, 1 month ago
What is this pain?!?!?!! -
My drain site is killing me!! I don't know if I just over did it today (I stood and sat up a lot... cleaned some cupboards and dishes). Soooo, I took some pain meds, propped my...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Drain Site Area -
Hey all,
I'm 8 days out from surgery (last Monday) and I had my drain tube removed last Wed. morning. The drain was removed and closed up by the nurse, and she used steri-st...
foolishgrrl_1 wrote a blog post 11 years, 1 month ago
Week 1 -
The first week after surgery has been as/better than expected. It hurt. It still hurts, but not as bad. I've noticed that each day the pain is less, and even moreso if I move...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Fluids 1 week out -
How much/fast are/were you able to drink your fluids at 1 week out? Example, my unjury chicken soup I can drink a 12 oz mug inside 20-30 minutes without adverse effects. Howev...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Post op - I was sleeved on Monday, out and about today feeling well. Still pain, but I'm moving through it. The visiting family and partner were hungry and wanted to go to dinner. I went ...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
PPI -
What brand of PPI do you take, any that didn't work well?
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Vomiting blood -
Did anybody have this issue post op? Surgery was at noon, nausea ensued. Vomited a tablespoon or two of blood, and have about 10 times since. The nurse didn't seem too concern...
foolishgrrl_1 wrote a blog post 11 years, 1 month ago
Sh!ts getting real! -
I've been going through the normal emotions (or so I think), excited, scared, doubting.. but I keep reminding myself that this is the hardest step. Once I am on the other side ...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Wellbutrin SR, Flu before Surgery Questions -
Monday is the big day! I'm sick with the flu this week, hopefully that won't affect my surgery date. However, I forgot to ask my PCP about how my Wellbutrin SR will be affecte...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 2 months ago
I'm having a hard time getting on track... -
My surgery is scheduled for March 11. The only thing left for me to do is get my chest xray and EKG. My surgeon only requires a 1 day liquid diet, but I have been trying to su...
foolishgrrl_1 wrote a blog post 11 years, 2 months ago
Update thus far... -
So, on December 13 (i think), I got a call from my surgeon's office letting me know I was approved! Wow. I had to force them to submit my info back in November and hadn't hear...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 2 months ago
DC/MD Support -
I can't find any support groups locally, without having to drive to Baltimore. Does anybody know of anything around this area or would you like to start one? Please advise, th...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a comment 11 years, 2 months ago
You are doing inredible!!
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 3 months ago
How did you... -
Get your SO on board, prepared, and/or excited for your surgery and lifestyle change?
Now that I've got my surgery date (March 11), I feel like its a taboo subject. It's ...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 4 months ago
Completely unexpected... -
It been awhile since I've posted...
After my initial consultation, I flew through the requirements only to be shut down by the surgeon because I was having back pain. I hav...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a comment 11 years, 6 months ago
Great to hear you are finally getting through all the bullsh!t you...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 6 months ago
Torani Syrup ...How much do you use? - I finally found and purchased some SF Syrups, YAY! I was so excited to get home and try the Pumpkin Pie in my yogurt tonight, and Idk if my tasters are off, but I couldn't really ...
foolishgrrl_1 posted a comment 11 years, 7 months ago
Holy Sh*t and congrats on recovering and weight loss!
foolishgrrl_1 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 7 months ago
Ramekins - Do you use these to cook in often post-surgery and if so, what size do you find works best? I'm finding anything from 4-9 ounce. I'm trying to get the items together that I will ...
