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Thanks for the article. Aren't we fortunate? I mean, as a Type 2 Diabetic, I'm not yet cured. I just had my surgery last December of 2013 and still have a long way to go but this is something positive that we can look forward too!

Hi, all!! I am new to this discussion group and happy to be here.  I found out on Monday that I am getting the sleeve on March 10th.     Any words of wisdom to get me through the prep and the first few weeks afterwards?????  I am looking for any support and tips.

Thanks so much and I look forward to being included on your discussions.

Thanks so much,

Judy

Hey there, I could have written this too. After surgery I had a second baby and gained back some too. I also started protein shakes again and am working on getting all the vitamins in. Sorry I can't really offer much advice, only that I refuse to pay for pricey things anymore. Walking is free, and getting weights and a workout dvd is relatively cheap and we should do it more. Hope you're doing better.

I am so sorry! I have been awol for a very long time from my group here.

I wish you all the best with your surgery. It will be a wonderful gift to you and your loved ones, as long as you treat it with the respect it deserves. It can be way too easy to get off track later (2 to 3 years after the surgery), and the weight will creep back up if you do not stay compliant.

My best suggestion to you is to make sure, that no matter what it takes, you are willing to follow the guidelines. The first couple of years are simply magical! But then you are back to reality, and to benefit from the magic of the first couple of years, you must study, learn, and commit yourself to what you have to do for the long haul.

Wishing you all the best!

Patrece

WOW ... Its been forever since I have stopped in here and said hello. I am struggling big time here (to be honest gained some weight back) not all of my weight, but enough to have me very upset. Things here have been crazy. I have been a foster mom for 3 years, and it is finally paid off. I am adopting 2 beautiful babies. 1 is 2 years old, I've had him since he was 18 months old, the other is 5 months old, I've had him since he was 10 days old.

I find I still eat small meals, but i eat A LOT and eat the wring things. I struggle so bad. I wish I lived close to some of you who I know would kick my butt and help me get back on track. Now that the boys are in daycare I find a few extra minutes to myself. I think I am going to go down to the local YMCA and start working out. Cant really afford a trainer but I could at least start using the machines. any ideas? PLEASE help. I have gone as far as I thought about asking my doctor about the stomach sleeve. YES i want my stomach smaller. I just want to be healthy for me and the boys. Its hard. I know what I'm doing wrong, I just have to get my butt in gear and stop it and make better choices. Which I am trying to do, but not successful.

Well, I didn't stop here to whine to you all, I stopped by for some advise. HELP PLEASE ... I recently started my protein shakes again (YUCK) but trying to get them in. any ideas how to make it work? Starbucks makes the best protein shakes but i cant afford to stop there everyday. (think I will go Google how they make theirs)

any hints, tips, helpful advise will be appreciated, PLEASE ... thank you all

hope everyone is doing well. Take care

Melissa