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I've come to learn that I'm full 20 minutes before I feel it

I went into this as a big secret. Only a handful knew what was happening. Well, needless to say, when I went back to work 4 weeks later and over 30lbs thinner I was honest and before I knew it, I didn't want to keep it a secret any longer. My collegues are very supportive and understanding

about a week for me to get surgery date then another 2 weeks pre-surgery liquid diet.

Greek yogurt and more greek yogurt

listen to your body. It will tell you when your ready to return to work.

listen to your body. It will tell you when your ready to return to work.

Had my surgery early April. I took 4 weeks. My company pays 100% short term disability. 1st week back, my stamina dragged but by the 2nd week back, I was good to go. My dr asked when I wanted to go back. My reply was "End of the summer" :) He didn't go for it :)

I found staying closely connected to the gal that had surgery the same day I did very helpful. After speaking daily, we don't let a week go by with reaching out to one another. Working through our ups and downs has been beneficial. Linda and Dreamz, let me suggest for the two of you to...

Welcome. I am 15 weeks from my bypass. After dragging my feet and conforming to the insurance guidelines, it took just 3 months for approval. I am glad I made this decision. Keep us all posted on your progress. Dori

You look fab. Congrats

I too have noticed an increased amount of hair on the shower drain. Fortunately I have very thick hair, but not willing to loose much more :) I am 15 weeks from gastric bypass and have increased my biotin intake. Hoping that will help

I rarely feel hunger, but my body does tell me to eat something. I find forcing myself to eat or drink something every few hours really helps.

Dreamz64, I will def try that protein powder in my decaf (ugh) coffee. Cajun_girl, I am so good at keeping a daily journal of protein, carbs, calories and fluid intake during the work week. Not so much on my days off though :( I do drink 2 10oz protein drinks a day which gives me a 30g...

I'm right here. Fire away :)

What's happening? What old habits?