if you havent noticed by now... i am FULL of questions!! :)

1. I was off 2 weeks, and did 1/2 days my first week back. If you have to deal with alot of children, I might want that third week off!

2. I lost over 100 pounds in my first year. It depends on how much you want to lose, where you're starting at, and how well you work the plan. Just do the best you can. Everyone's different.

3. I had a last go around with the Covered Bridge Festival in Parke Co. I went there about a month before my surgery, it being my last festival. I tried some of all the festival foods that I wanted to have one more time. It was my way of saying "good-bye".

4. You have to wait until your doctor releases you to lift, I would imagine.

5. I walked for about 4-6 weeks, until I was released by the doctor. Then I went back to personal training for weight lifting. I tried horse back riding and tap dancing in that first year too. Try things that interest you. I went swimming too, and walked with my dog.

6. If you are not already on an anti-depressant, alot of surgeons send you home on one for atleast a while. You are losing a MAJOR coping strategy very abruptly. If you were on meds previously, I would try to get back on them before surgery to have the steady state built up in your system. If you can't afford what you were on before, get a list of the generics from Wal-mart or another store, as they do usually offer antipdepressants and antianxiety meds on them.

7. Never got samples for free online, but I did order a case of Profect once. I thought it was nasty. Sorry, just my opinion.

You can do this girl!

Keep on asking questions.  That is how you learn. 
1.  I was off for two weeks, but I have a sit down job.  I have my own refridgerator in my office so it was easy for me. 
2.  I lost 149 lbs in one year so realistically you could also.  Remember it is about being healthy.  You will loose at your own pace.  Don't compare yourself.
3.  I had the "last" supper for about a month.  I ate everything that I ever wanted and then some.  4.  I think I had a limit of about 10 lbs for about a month.

5.  I walked for several months.  Then I worked out at the gym.  Now I do Zumba 2 - 3 times per week, walk, jog, ride bikes........................... 

6.  Dr. Jones prefers that you are on an anti-depressant after surgery.  I think that you should talk to her or your family physician ASAP.  Most take a week or two to get into your system.

7.  I wouldn't try any protein samples prior to surgery.  I would try to get any samples that you can for free.  You will go through many before you find one that you like.  I still haven't found one:) 

Good Luck Cassie.......

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Kim

Ask all the questions you want, that is why we are here.  Here are my answers to your questions.

1.  I was off for a 1 1/2 wks then I went back to just desk work. I am an EMT so I was not allowed to lift for 6 weeks. 

2.  I lost total 136 lbs within 9 months.  Everyone is different but I bet you will be surprised.  If you follow your doc & nuts instructions you should be fine.

3.  I had many last suppers the whole week before....lol I bet I went out to 3 or 4 different restaurants.  I think that is pretty normal. No, I didnt feel sad about it.  I was so ready for the surgery and the lifetime change.  You can eat there again, just may have to make some changes and of course not nearly as much.

4.  I was not allowed to lift more then 2 gallons of mil****il 6 weeks after surgery.  No, you probably wont be able to lift your daughter for awhile. I know that will be hard, but dont do it and chance injuring yourself.

5.  I was only allowed to walk and at my 6 wks she released me without restrictions.

6.  My surgeon put me on Lexapro when I came home.  I took them for maybe 2 wks and then quit taking them.  I would think if you are doing ok you would be ok not starting them back up.  They may send you home with a script for something.  This is just my opinion, Im not a dr. so of course you should always ask your dr if you should start taking them again.

7.  Your taste will probably change after surgery. I wouldnt buy any lg. amts of protein.  Samples would be ok.  That way if you cant tolerate it, you arent out too much money.  I would get all the free or very low cost samples you can and wait till after surgery to try them and see which one you like best then you can order it in bigger quantity. 

Hope this helps some.  You will learn A LOT in your nut class.  Its really pretty interesting.   Its normal to be anxious about your surgery and its normal to be excited.  Its going to change your life tremendously!!!