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September Was Your Progress?
mgsmith replied to jentheyo's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am almost 8 months post op, surg 9/12/12 and I am down 127 lbs, but this includes my pre op diet also. I am very satisfied with my progress and I am also at a stall right now. I haven't lost must in the last month, I actually have gained a pound or two over the weeks. But I know why, I have become a little too comfortable with my eating. I eat 100 whole wheat bread, just one slice 50 cal and 8 carbs and I have started craving sweets. I try to fix low carbs treats for those moments but I just need to go back to the basics. I do go to the gym at least 3 days a week, I just love planet fitness!!! Hopefully I will back and track soon, good luck and continued success to to my fellow September sleevers!!! -
How many of you have lost hair?
mgsmith replied to GirlOnFire's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am 7 months post op and YES my hair starting falling out, not in clumps or anything, but if I ran my fingers through my hair I would have a lot in my hands. When I brushed my hair more would come out. My fair was pretty long and thick, so I had I cut it real short and now my hair is healthy again. It doesn't shed anyone and its not as thin looking. Might want to think about cutting it a little. Good luck. -
I know the feeling. I had pretty long hair but I had to get it cut to a short bob because of the breakage and now I absolutely live it!!!
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At first I didn't tell anyone but my boss also. When I told her she volunteered that she had the gastric bypass a few years ago. I had only told a few people before surgery but when I returned to work I pretty much told whoever asked because I didn't want to hide in a corner at lunch time. All of my co workers were very supportive and still is. Having that support at work keeps me on my toes. They make sure I don't fall back and eat those sweet and sugary doughnuts!!! Glad they know, good luck!!
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Feelings on Eating Fast Food (McDonald's) 7 weeks Post Op
mgsmith replied to ljmasterdebater's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't know how far you are but I am 4 months and I have had both. For the grilled wrap I took small bites and chewed very well. The salad wasn't bad to tolerate either. Just eat slowly and chew well. -
I fu@#ed up today
mgsmith replied to newgrandmother's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@newgrandmother, girl don't feel bad or beat yourself up about, we all make those types of mistake. I hate it when I don't bring my lunch to work, then I am forced to buy something from the cafeteria. Luckily we have a Chic fil a now and I usually get small side salad. Lately I have been craving sweets though, darn that pinterest! But I just try to reduce the amount of my serving and I good. Right now I wanted a Coconut Cake, and its in the oven know only 4 carbs per serving and it is soooo yummy and satisfy that sweet tooth. Take other's advise about having a back up plan at work with protein bars or something that you can easily store. Good luck with your continued success!!! -
14 Months Post Op with Pics. 215 Pounds lost. Life's Good
mgsmith replied to JMarshall's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wow, you look really great, keep up the good work. I started at a high weight also and i am glad to see that you lost almost 1/2, so congrats again!!! -
I now this may be just "ugg" but just had to post. I am 4 months post op and today when i went to blow dry my hair, all this came out. I was just curious how much my fellow sleevers was losing.
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Thanks everyone for yhe comments and post. I will have to look into a new hair cut and Biotin.
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Thanks everyone for the comments and advice. I will start looking at my food more closely now.
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I know I need to be asking my doctor and nut these questions but I don't go back until 29th so I thought u start here first... U am 3 1/2 months out and just don't know what I should but more concerned about, fat or carb intake. I'm not really keeping track of either and I know I should but sometimes it just gets a little frustrated and overwhelming. So what are my fellow sleeves just starting this journey are going by FATS VS CARBS!!
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You look great, keep up the good work!
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Just wanted to share a little thought. I was sleeved 9/12/12 and feeling good. I have my bad days but I can honestly say best decision ever made. I am slowly posing but that's ok, IM LOSING! The holidays I did really good only had a few bites of this and that but I did dabble in a few sweets. I am still on the losing side so no complaints. This picture was taken Christmas Day (hopefully it will post) and I felt a lot better than I did the last year. How did my fellow sleeves do this holiday season?
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Not interested in sex post op! Help!
mgsmith replied to carolrod's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
It took me about a little over a month and 1/2 to have my sex drive return and trust me it has been great since my weight loss. -
Yes me too, it was brought to my attention just the other day. I am the one that never wears a coat during the winter months , but now I say bundled up all the time.
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Challenge: New Year's Day 2013
mgsmith replied to Holly5.3's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
????I'm not gong to make my New Years goal weight, this was my first time doing so I think I set mine to high but that ok I'm still losing and feeling great!! Happy NewYears to my fellow sleeves and good luck with your continued success!!! -
Let's Check In November 2012 Sleevers!
mgsmith replied to timetobefree's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi @lovinjacobe are you having surgery @ southern Maryland, I work there and didn't realize Dr Amin did the sleeve, I was sleeved 9/12/12 at Howard. -
Hair Hell - Please Give Me Good News....
mgsmith replied to ShannonK's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I feel your pain ladies. I have pretty long thick straight hair and every time I run my hands through or over it, hair ALWAYS come out. Thank God it's thick to cover things up!! -
September Was Your Progress?
mgsmith replied to jentheyo's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hey fellow Sept sleeves...I was sleeved on 9/12/12 and I am down 47 lbs and I feel great. The only problem is I 'm starting to feel comfortable withy sleeve. Sometimes when i eat my thin crackers I may drink right after a few sips with no problem. I also have had a few sweets. Buy other than that I'm doing good. Now I have to start working out to help with losing the weight and toning up. P.s. if anyone haven't tried Emily bites you should. I am hooked. I have tried the lasagna and taco, with my little twist , and they are great!!! -
Coffee Ok In Liquid Stage Post Op?
mgsmith replied to ditto88's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Sorry dumb phone but when I went to my 1. Week check up my surgeon said it was fine for me to have coffee and I have been drinking it every since. I am 9 weeks post op -
Coffee Ok In Liquid Stage Post Op?
mgsmith replied to ditto88's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
When I went to my 2 week check up I asked if u w -
OMG!!! I cant believe this. I am finally under 400 as of this am I weigh 397.2 Yippee! I was so excites when I heard that, it has made my day. Just want to shared! Pre sleeve weight 477 Sleeved 9/12/12 @432 Today 397.2
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Thanks everyone again for the kind thoughts and encouragement. Yes we all can do this. Work those sleeves!!!
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Challenge: New Year's Day 2013
mgsmith replied to Holly5.3's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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September 12 Sleevers
mgsmith replied to SleeveShelly's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have lost 41 lbs in 2 months and I feel great! Every now and then I get sick to my stomach and I have to make a bathroom run but I'm doing ok!!