Sammi25
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i also am a rider and i feel like my horse is also loving the 120lb weight loss! i never wanted to ride when i was heavier because i felt so awful and felt bad for him, even though he is abelgian draft horse lol were both enjoying our time together a lot more now!
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Does Anyone Have Aetna Insurance? And Did You Have Any Problems Getting Approved?
Sammi25 replied to LizR's topic in Insurance & Financing
Hi! I have Aetna and I was approved on the first try a year ago. I had to do 2 sleep studies a psych visit nutrition appointments and a few other things but it was worth it to get approved right away! i had a high bmi, and co-morbidities (pre diabetes and sleep apnea) and they told me the more things wrong with me, the easier it is to approve the surgery. I am a year out and still have yet to receive any kind of bill. Good luck to you all! -
I Am So Happy, I Am Practically Wanting To Cry!
Sammi25 replied to CowgirlJane's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
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I Need Encouragement... Stall..
Sammi25 replied to AngieG0410's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
you are definitely not done! i also had a stall about 3 months out that lasted a few weeks before the weight started to slip off again. it sounds like you are doing exactly what you need to be doing! The best advice I got was to pump up my weights and mix up my cardio routine. that helped me a lot! And congrats on the awesome weight loss so far, don't be discouraged we ALL go through it and think it is the end of our weight loss, and it never is! -
Where Are You One Year Out?
Sammi25 replied to Nikki613's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi! I am a little over a year out, and I will give you my facts 25 year old female, 5 ft 4 Starting Weight 310, current weight 191 sleevie can tolerate almost anything, sometimes red meat gives me a hard time and celery is too stringy. I have had no problems at all, and never feel hungry, I have to remind myself to eat. I still have about 40 pounds til goal, and the weight started coming off slower after about 6 months. My skin has no sagging, no pulling etc, and I am SO glad I made the decision to have this surgery. The worst part was the bloating and gas after surgery but I never even had to use my pain meds so it wasn't that bad. If you are considering this I would recommend it to anyone, its the best thing I have ever done for myself and has changed my whole life! The worst part is remembering i am no longer 300+ pounds, good luck to u! -
ive never had any issues with coloring my hair and i did experience heavy hair loss the first few months post op
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i get the shot, i have PCOS which is tiny cysts all over my ovaries that caused super heavy periods and the shot makes you stop aving your period all together. I know that's not what all women are looking for but for me it's great. I have had so side effects, no weight gain, no headaches or cramps. i love it!
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My Period Is Regular! But Facial Hair Is Here To Stay :(
Sammi25 replied to Estella's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I also still suffer from the hair problem after losing 120 pounds it is super disappointing but i am dealing with it, and just glad that my periods finally balanced out and are not so heavy anymore. sending you lots of support from another sleever who understands your pain! -
Anyone Lose 100+ & Not Need Plastics
Sammi25 replied to ThisTimeIsIt's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
im down 120, and dont need anything, but i am not at goal weight yet either and im 25 so i think my skin bounced back well partly because of age. -
anyone else look in the mirror and still see your old body, even though you KNOW you're not that person anymore? weird feeling...
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got my maid of honor dress in, size 18 and its too big
much better than a size 28 i was 9 months ago, and the lady said if my chest wasn't so big i would have been in a 14! darn it! -
sorry for some reason its not letting me post on your status update...that would be down 10 sizes!!! sizes go by 2's, so 26, 24, 22 etc etc...congrats thats a huge loss!
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New In The Neighborhood...any Advice Would Be Great
Sammi25 replied to jwade77's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi, I have heard a lot of people have to resubmit their info to insurance, as they were denied the first time. In your case it sounds like it may just be a miscommunication or maybe some pages didnt get faxed through to insurance. I would definitely resubmit! good luck and keep us posted! -
Hi Yun! congrats on your weight loss! I know personally for me post op, it was nearly impossible to get in all that protein. My stomach felt like every sip was too much. So i just really tried to focus on water, vitamins and as much protein as possible, which a lot of others on here also had stated. As time goes on it gets easier to ocnsume more protein. I also purchased a clear, tasteless protein powder to mix in with my water, which helped me a lot! Good luck and welcome to the losers bench
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I Had Vsg _____ Ago, And I've Lost _____ Lbs.
Sammi25 replied to kimmr's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
I had vsg - 8 months ago i've lost - 111 pounds my goal weight to lose total is - 160lbs & i am -5ft 4in started at 310, currently 199 -
hit ONEderland yesterday!!!! is this real life??? 111 pounds gone, and 49 to go! weighing in at 199 has to be a top moment in life for me, i will take it!
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cant believe i bought victorias secret t shirts...i didnt even used to fit into their bras let alone tshirts! best decision ever!
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sorry you are having a rough day! i would recommend a little shopping or a movie, like you said! it was nice to get out and about after surgery and that would be a good way to occupy some time. congrats on your surgery!
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i had a bmi of 53 to start and on average i have lost 11lbs a month but i started at 310 lbs. my surgeon said 1lb a week is actually right on target for healthy weight loss but the larger your starting # the more weight you will lose per week. sounds like you are doing perfect i agree though that if you are not getting enough nutrients and water your weight loss will slow down because your body goes into fat storage mode!
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I had a stall about 3 months post op for 2 weeks and now at 6 months post op for about a week. They are scary and I thought for sure I must have been doing something wrong, but they always pass and then you see the numbers come down. Don't get discouraged!
