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Had the unique experience of going bathing suit shopping yesterday. I think it was easier when I was morbidly obese. First, it is very hard to stuff all that extra skin in without looking like a sausage. Second, I have so much loose skin EVERYWHERE that I'm sure small children will flee in...

Stacey, I had a fair amount of pain, but I'm not opposed to taking pain meds. I really had three operations at the same time-- the sleeve, my gall bladder taken out, and a hiatal hernia repair. No it wasn't difficult to sit, but bending over was painful for about 2 weeks-- but just in one spot...

My surgeon required no caffeine before surgery and for one month after surgery. I started drinking decaf coffee and decided I liked it, so after one month I started drinking coffee again with sugar. You shouldn't have dumping syndrome with a little bit of sugar, but some do with the sleeve with...

It sounds like you are in the right frame of mind and ready to do this. It's hard to make the decision, but once it's done, you wonder what all the indecision was about! The truth is that morbidly obese people have a less than 5% chance of losing weight and maintaining that weight for 5 years...

It's a back to basics diet and fluid guideline for those who have been post-op for awhile and feel like their pouch is not working anymore. As time goes on, most people are able to eat and drink more, and may start to re-gain weight. It's a way to get back on track. There's a link to the 5 day...

I like the protein-enhanced oatmeal that you can find on bariatric sites. I throw in about 1 oz of raisins. I also like quinoa mixed with raisins and yogurt.

Unjury makes a good unflavored protein powder.

Hi Stacey and welcome to the forum. I had the sleeve procedure on a Wednesday and went back to work in 2 weeks (counting weekends, it was 19 days). I could have gone back to my sedentary job a week earlier. You could probably do it.

What have you got to lose (no pun intended) by trying the 5-day pouch test? It's essentially getting back to basics of protein and fluids like we did early on. I have also heard of some people having surgical revisions when they had surgery a long time ago. I don't know if the techniques are...

Lactose intolerance is common post-op. Not sure of the reason. Your Center of Excellence should have recommendations for you about vitamins and supplements. It's good that you're thinking about vitamins since it will become a permanent part of your life! I just passed my six month checkup and...

Droopy underwear is definitely something in the unexpected department. LOL

Was it Abe Lincoln who said, "You're as happy as you make up your mind to be"?

Welcome to the forum. I'm glad you joined us. Your weight loss is phenominal. When I find myself wanting something I shouldn't have, I think "I just don't want to be fat anymore" and the urge passes.

You must get rid of the clothes that are too big for you. You will never wear them again. The clothes thing is hard. I'll wear the bigger stuff until it starts to look sloppy, then it goes to Goodwill. I've had to part with some nice clothes that weren't very old. I dropped from a 22-24 to a 12...

I assume you mean how did I feel when I was taking the opened capsules? I couldn't tell any difference in my mood or anything.

I'm on Effexor XR, so before my surgery the doctor told me to check with the pharmacist to see if I could break open the capsule. She looked into it and said while it is not recommended to open the capsule for extended release medicine, that if I took the entire contents in one mouthful it...

That might be good with vanilla protein powder, too. Thanks for the recipe!

Marilyn, I take most of my meds in the morning, although I am no longer on BP or cholesterol meds, so that's 4 gone. I take them slowly. Take one with water, feed the dog. Take another one, fix my lunch. You get the idea. I'm just taking them in between my regular routine and letting them...

I think you'll find that non-WLS-ers haven't a clue as to what you are going through, so it's best to stay connected with US.

Have you tried Morningstar veggie burgers? Very tasty, high in protein and low in carbs. They are in the freezer section of Walmart and Target. Also, any of your meats will be high protein/low carb--- chicken, turkey, tuna, salmon. I would avoid quinoa right now if you are trying to reduce...