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Thanks Nieba. It's funny you mention my smile. Several of my...

6 weeks post-op and measurements - Hi everyone! I have noticed when I take my measurements that I am not losing much in the waist.  I have lost in my hips, chest, etc.  Could it be that I am still a little puffy ...

Trying again...6 week Post Op Pics - http://www.obesityhelp.com/myoh/photos/815229/6-week-Post-Op/6-weeks-post-op-jpg/

6 week post-op with pics - Slowly but surely I see a difference in my face!

1st real NSV - So, I am 5 weeks post-op and 32 lbs down.  My size 26 dress pants that I wear to work are getting pretty big.  Today I am wearing a pair of black dress jean capris that are a size ...

The scale finally moved! - After being stalled for about 2.5 weeks, I've lost another 5 lbs!  YAY!  32 lbs now!!

4 weeks out - how much should I get a day? - Hi OH family: I am trying to track my food in MFP  In the lit given to me by my NUT, the only thing in regards to amounts that I should be having right now is 60-80 grams of pro...

Awesome reminder! I am 5'7 and when I asked my surgeon what...

Loving me some Fage with strawberries - I have struggled to get protein in.  I bought Fage and I absolutely love it and I am NOT a yogurt lover.  My 6 year old does too which makes me even more happy!

21 days post op/extreme thirst/Welchs Grape Juice - Hi ya'll... So as expected,  I am stalled at three weeks.  I have noticed that for the past week, I have had intense thirst and can't seem to satisfy it.  I've been trying hard ...

Can't eat what I prepare - Hi y'all I am 12 days post-op and have begun the pureed stage.  I have soooooo much difficulty being able to eat anything that I prepare.  For instance, I made some grits this mor...

Unjury Unflavored Protein - Hi ya'll! I am 12 days post-op and 27 lbs down.  Woot!  I will be beginning the puree/mushy stage on Tuesday.  I would like to try Shelley's Ricotta Bake and add some of the pro...

9 days post-op/ full liquids/spasms? - Hi eveyone! First time I've posted since my surgery July 9th.  All has been well.  I am able to drink, not sip and experience no pain.  I'm also able to take pills and vits with...

Dr upset I didn't follow pre-liquid diet verbatim - Hi everyone... I am scheduled for surgery July 9th.  I was told I should loose about 20lbs beforehand.  So, I have been pretty faithful with the liquid diet.  I had to travel ou...

Thanks for your post Lucy. I have my surgery July 9th, and the funny...

Awesome post! Thanks for sharing your moment, for it has...

Just ordered new walking shoes - Woot! - After searching and searching for walking shoes, I finally made a decision and ordered a pair of New Balance - WW695BK.  I have feet issues, mainly plantar fasciitis, and have trou...

What if I can't even get through pre-op diet??? - Hi OH Family - I know that all of us have had food issues and we understand the struggles we face in making changes.  I am looking forward to my new life and body.  But, I am s...

Snacking on sunflower seeds to control urge to eat - Hi everyone - I found that snacking on sunflower seeds with the hull seems to be helping me with the urge to eat when I'm not hungry.  They dont' seem to be that fattening, and...

I know you see that when you look at this pic, but I see a son who...

Wicked mind games even before surgery - Hi ya'll! I am scheduled for VSG July 9th.  I am suppose to start the pro-op diet on June 26th, but I decided to go ahead and start cutting back and especially trying to ween of...

Super Size Me - Watched it for inspiration - It's crazy!  I can't believe what I have been doing to myself and my child! 

Dr. Cirangle stated in the live VSG that 32 bougie - or the person won't lose the amount of weight they need to.  My dr uses a 40.  Am I in trouble???

Found an AwEsOmE VSG guide for the newbies - Hi ya'll! I found a VSG guide from Missouri Bariatric Services that addresses pre-op concerns to dining with your sleeve to exercises that we can do!  It is so awesome.    w...