shellyd67

I was in and out in one hour.

I had surgery on 8/17 by Dr. Peters. Ask away if you have any questions. Shelly

I'm officially 6 months post op today and I have never felt better !! Now, I will discuss the good, the bad and the ugly. There are just so many positive things that have come from this surgery. The good: 1. I am off all medication 2. I no longer need a CPAP 3. My knees feel so much better 4. I have energy out the Wazoozoo 5. My self confidence has sky rocketed 6. I can fit in an airplane seat with no issues ( Going to Jamaica in May) 7. I can stand and walk for hours without even thinking about pain or fatigue 8. My family relationships are even better 9. The stylish clothes I can wear 10.I hopefully saved myself from an early death due to obesity The bad: NOTHING The ugly: Constipation I am down 104 lbs so far. I should weigh 141 lbs at the most, to be in a normal BMI range. That means 79 more pounds to go. Wish me luck !!!!

@@ProudMomof2 800-1000 and if I stall,up by 100-200 calories. I still do 2 protein shakes per day. I can't possibly eat 800 calories at this point. I had to up my carbs to 75 per day also because my protein levels were on the low side, even though I get 90-100 gms per day. I have lost steady and really haven't had a stall YET. And use YET lightly.

Thanks [emoji4] I feel like I own stock in Miralax lol I certainly helps but I have an issue now and then.

I always try and refrain from gossip and things like that. I do encourage my kids to give up a food related item. And we do no meat on Ash Wednesday and all Friday's during Lent.

Close to 6 months post op and down 95 lbs ????????????

For me, hands down the sleeve was much easier. In fact, it was night and day. My C-sections were rough.

Wow !!! What a bi$&@ !!! She would not have made that nasty remark, had she not been jealous of you in my opinion. Keep your chin up. There are rude, hateful people in this world unfortunately.

I'm treating myself and my family, to a trip to Jamaica in May. I would have never wanted to go prior to losing all this weight. We are so excited and I plan on doing every activity they offer.

I'm 5 months post op and haven't used a straw. I do miss using one though ????????????

Awesome !!!!!

I am 5 months post op and my taste buds are a bit different now. I no longer enjoy coffee and few other things I used to love. I am not the least bit bothered by it though.

I know several so I am raising my hand. It's all up to you.

I buy sugar free mints weekly lol

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That's so awesome !!! ????????????????????????????????????

You look amazing !! I'm sure you feel amazing too !! ????

I was thinking that also !!! Let's do it !! Bariatric CHOPPED !! Haha

You will be an old pro in no time !! It is a learning process for sure ????

August 17th for me ???????? I am doing well. I've lost 88 lbs from my highest weight. Keep up the good work !!

And don't forget protein shakes. ????????

As Inner Surfer Girl stated above, that is an awful lot of sugar. Also, a lot of carbs. Did you add any protein powder ? I'm close to 5 months post op and wouldn't have any of the above ingredients in my shakes. Just my opinion.

I use pickle juice in my potato salad and deviled eggs. LOL

What a bunch of jerks !!! ????????????????