Ms skinniness

This is the same struggle that everyone has had in his/her own way. I had this struggle and my daughter was opposed. But she came around and right up to the minute of the surgery, my negative thoughts (fear), were against me. I am so happy I didn't run away from the surgery. This is so life changing. You could wait 15 years to see what other kind of procedures come up, but those procedures will be tools and you will have wasted 15 years of your life with your children and hubby. I have heard from numerous people on this site that they wish they could of had this 10 years ago. That is also standing for me. This is a good time to reevaluate everything and the past times that you have lost weight and the times that you gained the weight back. That is our past. Now I want to move forward and enjoy life.

Just trust that your mom will be ok. This sounds like a life saving decision that she has made. Trust in God.

Congrats! This has been a great decision for me.

I try to have dinner before 6:00pm and if I get hungry I will drink a protein shake, Premier Chocolate is so good.

I got my sleeve through Kaiser Orange County and I had to get a referral to Dr. LePort's office. My Hospital stay was 2 nights and I just paid my copay! Which was really cheap.

A lot of people on our sight go to the good will and pick up some really great bargains. I wish I would of thought about that. LOL

I bought some jeans about 3 months out because my pants were just falling off. I also bought a couple of tops for work to look professional. Plus,it made me feel good. However, was still holding off because I didn't want to waste money. Now I regret no being able to wear the jeans I bought at that time. This is a wonderful journey that takes a lot of adjusting.

Yes, they do take the IV away too quickly. I was afraid that I would get dehydrated due to not being able to drink enough fluids. Take advantage of the morphine as long as you can, it does help. The swelling will go down soon.

It would be highly beneficial for you to sleep in an upright position. You do have gas in your abdomin area so walk, walk, walk, and try to get as much rest as you can. You will be going home really soon. Let us know how your doing.

I'm sending you a lot of healing energy your way. Hope it's minor and doesn't require you to go into the hospital.

CONGRATS! I love hearing about everyone's successes! These are totally wonderful NSV's!

CONGRATS! Keep walking and sipping. you will be fine. Welcome to the BIG LOSER'S BENCH!

You've lost 30 lbs and getting compliments already! Just think of what it's going to be like when you get to your goal! You'd better get you sneaker's on! LOL Great job!

This is a great starting point for you! CONGRATS! Your journey has begun. Keep us posted.

You're doing just fine. This will pass but it is good to be aware of what your body is saying. Your tummy will heal and the swelling will go down. It is scary to think about leaks though. Your not feverish or anything like that so hang in there and keep consuming a clear liquid with protein shakes for a few days.

Yes, everyone's perception is different. Since my surgery, I now look at how sad it is that so many people are so big. The pain that so many youngsters carry around with themselves is horrible. Whole families are totally over weight and knowing the pain a lot of people are in makes me sad. How did our society get this way? How can we stop it? I'm planning on opening a center to help people with their weight issues and other issues underlying the weight problem.

I was really cold for awhile after wls. I heard that it can last up to 2 years so I'm hoping for a cool summer. LOL It will pass.

My husband had a knee transplant and he was only in the hospital for around 4 days. Then Kaiser had a PT and a nurse come to the house to check on him. He did great and recover in 6 weeks. He's doing great and that's been about 2 years.

Gramma of 4 that is so awesome! What a great NSV! Love it. I share my success with wls with any one that asks. This is a life saving decision. Keep Rockin your Sleeve!

Let's celebrate not being a slave to the scale! I like that your trusting your body to do what it needs to do! It will happen! So happy for you.

Kathy ~ I am going to miss you. So sad you have to have this surgery! Please check in when you can to let us know how your doing after the knee replacement surgery.