Michelle H. (Rainbomama)

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 8 years, 5 months ago

The recipe had cottage cheese, dry instant pudding mix (chocolate), sugar free or lite cool whip... and I can't remember if it had anything else in it. I need to know where to find this or I'm hoping someone will know what it is and will share it with


Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 8 years, 5 months ago

Hi!! I'm an old newbie.  I had vertical sleeve gastrectomy back in 2012, lost 110 pounds and then developed what they thought was thyroid cancer and removed my total thyroid and parathyroids in May.  My TSH level jumped to 84.0 when it's supposed to be


Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 11 years, 9 months ago
Found a relativel decent protein powder today - Metabolic Nutrition Protizyme Peanut Butter Cookie I mixed it with 8 ounces of soy milk light (60 calories) and a bit of crushed ice.  It tastes (to me) like the milk you drink ...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Hit my first huge personal goal/milestone today - I am FINALLY under 300!! I hit 299.8 this morning.  I'm thrilled.  I have so far to go but this is still a good start.  Surgery was on February 27, 2012.  I've lost 56.6 pounds.  I...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Would you have confidence in a morbidly obese/supe - Just wondering. 

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Loving shiritaki noodles..how about you? - I found something that I love that I NEVER thought I'd ever eat in a million years...TOFU SPAGHETTI NOODLES. YUM! This stuff is amazingly healthy; very low in carbs, calories a...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
My God, my weight loss is slow. - I'm not doing all the things I should be doing (for various reasons) but you'd think eating so few calories, I'd be losing no matter what I do.  I MIGHT have lost a half a pound in...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Question for those who use Cuisinart Ice Cream mak - Is it normal for the ice cream to freeze VERY HARD to the sides and bottom of the maker? It makes divine ice cream but I find I lose about 1/4 cup of it because it's so hard and I ...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a comment 11 years, 10 months ago
You're such an awesome inspiration to me. Thank you. :)

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
Possibly a dumb question - Since B-12 is sublingual...would it hurt not to put it under my tongue but to just swallow it instead?  I hate the super sweetness of the tablet under my tongue and would rather av...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
Interesting observation from a medical transcripti - I do about 25 medical reports per night and have noticed that just about every single person with a history of having had gastric bypass or some other weight loss surgery is listed...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
Finally, finally, finally!! I found a way I can dr - Yay! Finally found a DELICIOUS way to get my protein shakes down! Start with 8 ounces of refrigerated water, add in a heaping teaspoon of instant coffee granules, a handful of c...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
Where can I buy a Cuisinart ice cream maker? (Stor - Just wondering where I might find one in a store.  Does anyone know?  Thanks!

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
Is this a good source of protein or must we choose - http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11508293 Scroll down on their page to read the nutritional facts.

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
I've lose 44 pounds in 71 days. - I've been so down on myself lately thinking that I've not been losing like I should.  The scale just SITS at one weight and doesn't move at all OR it will flutuate between a few po...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
I finally choked one down! - This is a HUGE milestone for me.  I had VSG on February 27.  Since that time, I've been unable to stomach protein drinks of any type.  I've spent well over $100 on various powders,...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
How consistet is your weight loss? - Mine seems to be up and down on a daily basis.  I know, I know, stop stepping on the scale every day...well, forget that.  I'm going to weigh daily because I can and because I want...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
I hope this is my new normal. - I had surgery on February 27, so roughly 6 weeks out now.  Up until today, I've had this near constant gnawing physical hunger feeling in my stomach.  I woke up today and ate a str...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
Is the purpose of having "FRIENDS" on th - What other benefits are there to "friending" someone?  If it's simply for chatting purposes then I'm going to unfriend everyone that has friended me.  I keep this window open while...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
I think I've found a partial answer to my protein - If you've been following along with me since the beginning...then you know I've had an AWFUL time finding a source of protein that I can tolerate.  I thought I had it all sorted ou...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
Why in the world would I gain 7-8 pounds in 2 days - Had my surgery on 2/27/12.  Been weighing every day and either at a standstill or losing a pound or two every day or so.  Yesterday when I woke up and weighed, I'm up 7 or 8 pounds...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
..and the thunder rolls....Boy is my tummy acting - This is the very first time since surgery that my tummy is rolling and rumbling.  It's crazy.  If I was in public, I'd be embarrassed at all the noises it's making.  Is this normal...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a discussion topic 12 years, 1 month ago
Question about measuring ounces - When you guys talk about measuring out ounces of food, are you literally using a scale and putting food on it until you reach the required ounce that you're looking for?  What exac...

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a comment 12 years, 1 month ago
Beautiful children. :)

Michelle H. (Rainbomama) posted a comment 12 years, 1 month ago
What a handsome guy. :)
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02/27/2012
Surgery Date
Feb 15, 2011
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