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I was excited about the surgery and anticipated results, along with waiting to see the new me. Faith in God assured me He was in charge and would care for me. My husbands presence and calming words also helped.

This isn't exactly a mantra, but at 62 I know that I want my hubby and I to grow old together (ok really old!) and if I don't change my eating and exercise habits, my pre existing conditions will cut my life short. My hubby is diabetic and he needs to increase his exercise too. That is my motivation. In a nutshell, USE IT OR LOSE IT!

Thanks Dave. I haven't tried MFP yet but after I get over my current stomach "bug", I will.

Hi, Debbie. You and I have a lot in common! I had RNY surgery 10/2009 and for the first time have gained 11 pounds. My hubby and I started at the YMCA but I am still a stress eater. Have you increased your exercise or lowered your calorie intake? I am pulling for us both to succeed at this. Katie

I meant Minilynne!

Welcome aboard Miniltn! I am 4 years out from RNY gastric bypass and am happy with my decision. Waiting until June is fine because by then your mind will be prepared and your body will be ready too. Keep us informed. All the best to you. .

I meant to say I had weight loss surgery (rny) 10/2009. and I take levothroxine.

Hi, I had gastric bypass. Due to a congenital disorder, my body makes no thyroid at all and I take .225 mg of Levothyxrine daily. My weight loss was quite consistent, my surgeon and I were both pleased when I got to my goal weight. I have since gained 8 pounds but don't believe it is thyroid related but putting too much food in my stomach. You can do this and be very successful. Best of luck to you in your weight loss journey!

Hi, I think if it is at all feasible from a financial or work obligations standpoint, I would strongly suggest your husband stay home to take care of the younger kids. You will need some peace and calm after surgery to adjust to your new diet and supplements. All the best to you in your weight loss.

1. My experiences may not be like everyone else's, but I thought I would feel like doing more in the hospital than I did: I brought laptop, books, stationery. I watched tv and visited with my hubby and that was all I did! All the things I brought, I did not need. 2. Water, water, water. I have never been as good as drinking water as I should be. As I have gained10-12#, i'm just now getting back into drinking the water. Yes, I was told to drink water, but never realized how invaluable it is to continued weight loss. Loved flavored water, crystal light or mio. 3. Support-you have to have someone in your corner who will unconditionally love and support you. I had my husband, daughters and sister and brother in law-they all made such a difference. 4. Since #2 we've all been told about, I thought I would add to make use of your pre-op time by setting up recipes that can easily be made up in advance of your surgery that you can have when you get home. Either make and freeze the recipes, or just write them up on recipe cards for your post op life. I still have a hard time making Protein rich breakfasts when I have to run to work. All the best!

Hi, I had really bad gas after I had my gallbladder removed about 10 years ago, but with the gastric bypass it got even worse (if possible!). Poor husband puts up with it but when I worked in an office I was kind of the "butt" of jokes about it. Now I will try your suggestions!

Hi, I had Roux-en-y surgery in Oct 2009. At 5'1", I weighed 194 pounds. I got to 132 pounds, a place I was very comfortable at, although 125 would probably be better. I maintained my weight for the first 3-1/2 years, but over the past 6 or so months, I have put on 10-12 pounds. I haven't been separating my liquids and solids probably since the beginning and without realizing it, I was dumping much more than I should have, and I worry that I may have stretched my pouch a bit. Looking for support and am more than willing to offer my support to anyone!