Just wanted to say hi!

Rocking size 14 jeans since I can remember. Still have the same restriction I had 8 months out. Eat tiny amounts of whatever I want. Crave protein- not a fan of sugar. Have density issues so easy to avoid bread and pasta- sits too heavy on my stomach.

Been a long time since I checked in- just wanted everyone to see that success is possible if you follow the rules

This is really inspiring to read as a fellow sleever. Hope you stick around and continue to motivate us newly sleeved people!

I am scheduled for VSG in late October. How painful was the surgery and how long did it take your stomach to heal? Any unwanted after-effects? I'm both scared and excited.

The pain from the surgery was just as if I did 100 sit ups. I was up and walking the hallways in a couple hours after I woke up. It was more of a very tender feeling than actual pain.

I have always been very protective of my sleeve so I healed quickly and didn't and still don't push the limits of my restriction.

Sometimes I forget to chew well enough and get the foamies or actually just give in and throw it back up but very rarely.

Nothing unwanted after-effects. Follow your diet plan, drink your protein, take your B-12 and all good things will happen.

Thank you for the feedback, Kristin.