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Kinny, Children of that age can be amazingly understanding. I think you might be very surprised especially if she had Grandma and Daddy to fill in the gaps. Just make sure you practice before surgery teaching snuggles instead of jumping, carrying, or picking up. Perhaps she can take her naps...

Frank, that is wonderful! What I couldn't do before, the list is long. I am glad I can walk without a walker now. I will probably never be able to run but I will be able to start dancing again before long. Not there yet but I still have it as a goal. I have some physical problems and can't run...

Hi Jay, There are several different factors to consider. I found the best place to start was not necessarily a doctor's appointment. I started with a seminar at the Bariatric Center closest to my home. It was mainly informational. The next step (I found out I did it backwards) was a consult...

Way to go Lacey, Good luck as you continue on this journey. Be sure and keep us posted on your progress. Joy

You go girl! Glad to hear that news. Good luck as you continue on this journey. Keep us posted on your progress. Joy

Lacey, I only have one comment to make and that is to be careful and not accumulate large amounts of most things before surgery because your tastes might change. As for protein, I really like thinly sliced ham, and I really enjoy most baked fish. I find them both easy to eat and quite...

I have never chugged a drink in my life. I don't like water but force myself to drink about one bottle per day along with all the other drinks I use I get plenty. What I miss is not being able to have a nice cup of coffee after my meal because I have to wait 30 minutes or have a cup of coffee...

Jayhawkgirl, I love your attitude. I agree that your spouse needs to attend the seminars and support groups with you. It really helps because sometimes the spouses have great questions. May you live long and enjoy the life sentence. Joy

We were told to sip sip sip and then sip some more. In fact they said about two ounces at one time. Don't know what your program allows, perhaps you need to check with your Center for correct information. Joy

There are several on this Forum who have had the sleeve surgery. Feel free to ask questions and wishing you good luck as you continue on this journey. Welcome to the Forum. Joy

Hope, I did not actually see any changes until I lost almost 30 pounds. It was like one day I was in a 22 wp (under five feet tall) and the next day I was in an 18 wp.I lost an average of five pounds a month. Over Thanksgiving and Christmas I felt good to maintain. My biggest problem is...

Hello Shirlb, I am so sorry for your disappointment after being so prepared. The shakes plus the water were probably hard on your kidneys. See what the doctor says after you have stabilized. There are several different thoughts about protein and the kidneys and you want to make sure your renal...

Hi, I have a band and I do not tolerate ice cold beverages or super hot foods at all. I can do cold from the tap and warm foods. Even the chili from Wendy's has to cool a bit before I can eat it. My pouch does not cooperate some days. It took me a while to figure it out and I am glad I did. I...

Hello moonrock, How long is your presurgery diet? My cousin has diabetes and she wore this little machine for about a week that sounds perfect for you. It would beep if her blood sugar went too low or too high and she would go get a snack or take some regular insulin if needed. I believe that...

Hi Donna, I have a band so my problems are quite different from yours. As I understand it the pouch from a bypass is about the size of an egg so it does not surprise me that you feel full after a small amount. If you need it you can increase your shakes to two a day to get in that protein. A...

What phase of the program are you on? Every center is different and I was supposed to be on clear liquids for two weeks, full liquid for two weeks and then soft for two weeks and then regular. Actually I think I went to soft at three weeks and if I did ok was allowed to go to regular at four...

Hope, An adjustment sounds about right as far as timing goes but they should ask you several questions first. My first adjustment was at about three weeks and before I was allowed on solid food. They let me start solids a bit early like at four weeks instead of six weeks. Good luck. Just a...

Hi Hope, I hope you are as happy with the lapband as I am. After trying every diet on earth I am so glad I made the leap and just wish I had done it sooner. Remember it is only a tool and you still have to do the work. Follow your eating plan, drink your fluids and remember to exercise. Good...

Hi Thomas, Yes, I could always lose weight but never could keep it off. When on diets I always felt deprived and was hungry a good deal of the time. On talking with my Doctor he told me I probably did not have the hormone that tells you when you have had enough to eat and I think he was right...

Hi again, The emotional roller coaster is normal as well. We have all been there. It is worth it. Good luck on your journey.Joy