MomofMarch
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 1 month ago
How do YOU de-stress? -
I'm sure some of you know our current situation with my stepson. Add to that the stress of the military life and just being...well...Momma, things just keep piling up. I'm looki...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 1 month ago
SV :) -
I've officially hit Onederland! I was beating myself up royally yesterday for going off track. I slipped due to the running around we are trying to do to get ready for my stepso...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 1 month ago
Got a call back on migraine issues -
So the prednisone is a no go. They said I am too early out for it, as it can cause ulcers. (Don't need that!) They said the Imitrex injections are just fine. Thanks for all of t...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 1 month ago
For those struggling with inner demons -
When I was in marching band, we had different themes every year. This theme has stuck with me for the remainder of my life. Even now, I fight with my own emotions and things tha...
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MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 1 month ago
Need some advice for migraines please! -
I've had migraines for as long as I can remember. My neurologist started me on a small dosage of Botox injections in November. They definitely worked for a month, but the migrai...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 1 month ago
Finally have a few minutes for an update -
I have a few minutes from the chaos that is life. :) We went on our first long walk yesterday. I think I pulled a muscle in my leg, but I'm still trekking onward! I also went to...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 2 months ago
Getting off of OH for a little while -
I appreciate all of the support that has been given to me in this short time. I also love giving help to those who are having their VSGs after me. While I am being successful an...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 2 months ago
Tasty treat and a numbers question -
DH picked up some PB2 for me today! Yay! I've been wanting to try it for a while now. Since I had already eaten, I put it in some skim milk and added a packet of sweetener. I'm ...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 2 months ago
So video games CAN make you sweat -
Just broke a sweat to Achy Breaky Heart...who'da thunk? hahaha Notice, I'm only dancing while the hubby is NOT home?? hahaha Maybe I'll learn how to Salsa dance next..hmm...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 2 months ago
Stressing out kind of VSG related -
I realize that I am a BIG stress eater and I am doing my best to stay away from my kitchen. We just found out that my stepson (10 years old) has been admitted to a psychiatric w...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 2 months ago
Dumping = MISERY :( -
I thought I had waited long enough after eating to drink, but I guess I didn't. I had less than 2 oz of steak, so I figured an hour would be long enough. WRRRRROOOOONG. Some end...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 2 months ago
Cookies and cream powder + banana= Not half bad -
I had some cookies and cream flavored protein powder left over from my pre-op phase. A friend of mine told me to add some banana to it and it really wasn't bad. I think if I jus...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 2 months ago
Couple of NSVs today -
NSV #1 came to me after getting out of the shower. I grabbed my towel to dry off, and about tripped over myself. I realized that I could wrap my towel completely around myself. ...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 2 months ago
Cookbook recommendations? -
DH and I are heading out to the mall to see what kind of cookbooks I can find. Which ones do you use? I would like to find something that I can see the serving sizes for myself,...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 2 months ago
No...More...Protein Shakes! -
Ok, I just gagged down my last one. I can't stand them anymore. Boy, people were NOT kidding when they said my tastes would change. I loved the vanilla bean premade shakes in t...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 2 months ago
Happy 2013 and an App rave -
Happy New Year everyone! I hope today is the start of an awesome year for you all! This is a post and run, because I have so much insanity going on before getting the oldest rea...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 2 months ago
TMI alert: Milk of Magnesia ok? -
So, I haven't been able to...go...in over 2 weeks now. I've read several posts about not using stimulants. Hubby picked some MoM for me, but I'm not sure if it's safe. I know th...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 2 months ago
How often are you eating? -
I am 3 weeks post-op and I feel like I have to force myself to eat at times. When I'm not forcing myself to eat, I find myself getting to the "starving" point. I'm thinking I sh...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 2 months ago
So much has changed in the last 3 weeks -
First off, I wasn't a big poster before I went MIA, so I'm sure most of you won't remember me. I had my sleeve done on the 12-10-12. My starting weight (before pre-op liquids) w...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
Day 3 of the liquid diet (TMI, and a little off to -
Day 3 and I haven't died of starvation! Yayness! I'm also 3 pounds down since my weigh in. It may only be water weight, but I'm still shaking my money maker as if it WILL, in fa...
MomofMarch posted a discussion topic 13 years, 3 months ago
Newbie here -
Hi there! I've known about this site for a while, but I only lurked. I figured since I now know my surgery date, I'd introduce myself.
My name is Laura. I'm from LA, but we'...
