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I've gained but lost it again. I'll just chalk my gain up to bad habits, stress eating and depression eating. But did I gain over the long haul and keep the weight on? No.
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Hello. I'm fairly new here, I've posted a couple times and everyone has been so helpful and kind. I've scheduled my surgery for Nov 26 in TJ Mexico with Dr. Corvala. I had a lap band place in '05 by the same surgeon and had no problems until Oct 2012. I had it replaced with a new band that month and have had nothing but problems since. I'm ready to get it out! I'm excited to be rid off it but very nervous to be sleeved. I never fully lost al. The weight I wanted but I losses some and was happy and maintaining for all those years till the new band (placed here in the US) has caused havoc on my gut! Anyhow, my new adventure begins soon and I'm looking for any encouragement and advice. Anyone having surgery this month who would like to be a buddy would be nice. I am 5'5' 225 lbs, 39 yrs Thanks
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How Did You Do Thanksgiving Day? Share Your Story
S(he) be(lie)ve(d) replied to Dr-Patient's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I have to admit, I was a bit nervous beings though I haven't told my extended family about my surgery. But, it was a success!!! I started off my day normal with my Protein shake. We headed over after lunch. This year I did make healthier choices about what I put on my plate and my portions were small, but I did great! Nobody said anything. They noticed some more weight loss and knew I have been actively working on losing weight since last March. However, they did give my hubby a hard time since he didn't eat very much at all for dinner. He just ate to many appetizers. Ha ha! There was a veggie tray that I snacked on prior and had eaten a yogurt before arriving. When desert time rolled around, I knew there was no way that I would be able to down any of it, so I took it home. Later that evening, I ate half of my little piece of apple pie. Suffering didn't happen at all! When I weighed myself this morning, I didn't even gain an ounce! Woo hoo!!! It feels good to eat to live, rather than live to eat! We all bring dishes so, it isn't just on one person to cook. This year, I made 3 dishes. Little did they know, they were all sugar free! Yep, I wanted to be able to have some of my own dishes too. I used Stevia. Everyone raved about how good they were and nobody noticed that the sugar was gone! The one thing that stood out bigger than life to me, was how HUGE everyone else's servings actually were! And people went back for seconds!!! It just blew me away to think that used to be how I ate. To have a Bentley (sleeve) as a tummy, was still the best decision I have ever made for myself! Today I feel AMAZING vs sluggish feeling of the day after Thanksgiving Feast! What a huge difference! For that, I feel thankful!!! P.S. This morning, on the 29th, I dropped 2 lbs!!! Even after eating half of my little piece of apple pie and half of my piece of cheesecake the next night. Who does that after Thanksgiving and yummy desert?!?! I was shocked beyond belief! Dang! -
How Did You Do Thanksgiving Day? Share Your Story
TNchick replied to Dr-Patient's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
10 days post op and mine went fine, but I was mad as hell about it! I regretted every single minute of my sleeve the day of Thanksgiving, which shows what a powerful hold food has over a person how ingrained eating on a holiday can be into a persons psyche, I just shot daggers through my eyes as my family enjoyed the most delicious meal while I ate Soup, SOUP!!! But now Im fine, and my 20 lbs weight loss and looser fitting clothes make me happy about my decision, that is until Christmas (JK!!) -
Yeah I don't know if your friend is "Thick Madame" or not but have you ever heard the old saying misery loves company? Sometimes people like to sabotage you because they want you to be like you were. Lots of people don't understand why we would do such a thing to our bodies they think it's insane what we have gone through and say things like "girl I never would have did that to myself"! But you know what that's thet problem and they need to get over it you did what you did because you wanted change. And if she take it so personal because she bought you the food - girl I would give her the money back and tell I got it don't buy my food next time! This is a touch subject for me because I've been there but - it usually my friends who are still obese and trying to do it as they say the "natural" way! Whateva more power too you but why you still going up and down and in and out of weight loss I have arrived and loving life! Girl don't trip! Do you and do what you need to do to stay on your journey!
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They know you can't have those things and are intentionally buying those horrible foods for you. So many people have already hit it on the nail...sabotage, jealousy, envious...you are going to be a threat. Being bigger then them you were none of those things because for some reason skinny ppl automatically assume they look better (go figures). But now that you have taken charge of your weight issue, you best believe that they will sabotage your efforts. Recognize the wolf in sheep clothing for what it is... a darn wolf! Call them out on it and let them know that you do not appreciate it.
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Wow, that is rough. I'm sorry, people won't get it, I had it happen to me and I am not sleeved yet, but I had people trying to sabatoge my weight loss when I lost about 45 lbs. You know what you were told and what you can eat. I think you were very polite about it and ate what she gave you.
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Just got back from the hospital for my pre-op testing, registration and to sign consent forms with the surgeon. Check in is tomorrow at 5:30 am and surgery scheduled for 7:30 am. This is finally really happening! I am happy they scheduled it so early in the morning so that my anxiety does not have a chance to build up. I am just ready to get it done. What a journey this has been so far! I have learned so much along the way. I'm very proud of the 36 pounds that I lost as I prepared for this surgery. I already feel the difference. I can only imagine how much better that will feel 100 pounds from now. I'm completely prepared to continue with the lifestyle and habit changes that I have implemented since I started all of this. Although the insurance requirements were tedious to me (Aetna POS) as I was going through it, in retrospect I appreciate all of the "extra" that I had to do. 3 nutritionist appointments taught me so much about food and how my body works. The 3 psych appointments helped me learn more about how unhealthy my relationship with food has been and how it has been my crutch for so many years since my divorce. Working on the root issues behind my eating has been revealing and will be an ongoing process. I began to enjoy my appointments with my exercise therapist and always felt sooooo good and proud of myself, afterwards. My personal care physician was very supportive throughout the process. He and my family were great cheerleaders. I cursed Aetna out, just about every day during the process, but I can see how it was all beneficial to me as I look back. Now, I am on my way home to pack. I've already purchased all of my vitamins, shakes, etc to get me through for a while but I have not even started to pack my hospital bag. They already know they are keeping me for two nights because of my anti-coagulation issues. Help me make my list. I'm not going to go out and buy anything else, but what do you suggest I throw in my bag that I may need? I've made a mental list but I just know I'm leaving something out. Thanks for your help. Kristin Starting/highest weight = 292 lbs Pre surgery = 256 lbs 5 ft 9 inches / 46 years old
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Today's the day!!!!
kakatlady612 replied to angyplus5's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Happy today You're on your way Good health, good healing For this I do pray. Let me hear a good report, know only blue skies and sunshine ahead in your weight loss journey. You got this girl! Sent from my VS880PP using BariatricPal mobile app -
My name is Dallas and I live in Royse City. I work in North Dallas. I just turned 60 in March. I'll be having the VSG on July 31, 2014 at Baylor Plano by Dr. Nick Nicholson. Starting weight 311. Current weight 274. Goal weight 175. Height 6'0. Lost most of the pre surgical weight using Optifast shakes. I'm looking forward to talking with fellow Texans and sharing experiences both pre and post op. The first surgeon that I talked to told me that my demographic (male, >60) had the highest failure rate for weight loss surgery so I'm out to prove him wrong. I changed surgeons to Dr. Nick who told me my age and sex mean nothing and I'll do great. I'm ready for this. Denied once by Cigna, fought back and won. Surgery date: July 31st, Baylor Plano.
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Yippee Got 1St Fill Today!
Grider replied to JennyBee's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Fill # 2 today. Liquids only n then soft foods,,, have 4cc out of max 10,,,i feel a little lump or tightness back of neck but had my runny cream of wheat just fine,,maybe my weight be easier to come off,been doing only4 lbs a month -
My first meeting at Clinic
WASaBubbleButt replied to Shamrockgirl60's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ohhh, I think I know what the OP is referring to. Not a sleeve gastrectomy but a new device that is used for patients before surgery. There are some folks that have a very high BMI and surgery is too risky so they put a device somewhere in the gut (I forget details) and it cuts down on what they absorb. They lose weight and then they can go on for surgery at a lower weight and fewer risks. They had a poll on OH asking us if we would be interested in trying it if it was available. Most newbies said yes, most old timers said no. When they were first considering this the idea was to have this device instead of surgery. The idea being that you have a few months to learn better eating habits, lose weight, then this "thing" is removed and you use your better eating habits to finish losing and maintaining weight. Obviously, that's just dumb. Most of us if we lose our WLS technique (such as a band) we tend to regain. Now they must be considering this device for higher BMI folks so they can lose weight and have a less risky surgery. Personally, I wouldn't do it but my BMI wasn't high enough to warrant it. I'd just stick with the actual WLS and leave it at that. But I'm not everyone and there are some folks who could probably benefit from it. But it's not the same as an actual sleeve procedure, it's a sleeve that goes in part of the intestine to prevent food absorption if I recall correctly. Kinda like a temporary bypass procedure. It can only be left in for a few months and then has to be removed. -
When I had my surgery I THOUGHT I would keep it to myself........BUT afterwards... I thought If I could help anyone in my shoes I would be happy to. Today almost 2 years later, I have had 2 people I work with come to me, and say,,,,,,,,,,, THANK YOU............ I have watched you.......... I went to your DR and am scheduled for the surgery...........it brought tears to my eyes.........I PROUDLY told them If I can help you please let me know, here is what to expect from the Dr's office, the NUT, the evaluation, they said I have watched you and you are amazing!!!!..............BEST compliment I could have had......... I am there to help ANYONE............and ALL........... if you do the same think how many people we can help! SHOUT it, that you had a life saving surgery!!!! I had a conversation with a man today, he said, you have lost a lot a weight since I seen you last, I said yes........ and we chatted about food,........ he said you look really good............I said thank you......and later in conversation I said...........I had weight loss surgery, he said SO WHAT......you DID It!!!!.......... you look wonderful.............we talked more Protein............ protein.........protein......... once again you look good, congrats.............now this was a 20 year old kid, telling me a 55+ women............ that I look good, and congrats!!!!! He made my day! So don't try to hide your surgery, unless for some reason you have to, you MAY help someone that you may not even know is watching you.................
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2 Month Surgiversary Today! Protein Menus Needed
Carole Flower replied to ShrinkyDinkMe101's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congrats on the weight lose! I haven't had coffee yet but my Protein shake with almond milk is yummy -
Dr Oz Bad Mouthed Weight Loss Surgery ?
Violet953 replied to Shelley64's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You know what is so funny lol...after I read your blog about what your mom said, I spent the entire night looking up youtube videos and posts about the negative effects of wls...one of which with somebody that died, and the persons family member that died is really trying hard to talk people out of getting it...a lot of the comments though were geared toward the person probably not doing what they were supposed to, and that they were a success so they don't know what they are talking about. I am getting mixed signals everywhere I turn.. My mom had gastric bypass over 10 years ago and kept her 100 pounds that she lost OFF..so obviously she is totally % FOR me getting the lap band...because she had complications, and this is safer...shes my biggest supporter..my whole family and boyfriend is. We know people too that had gastric bypass and the lap band done and it didn't work for them at all...they lost some and then gained it back..so I think for some people who aren't all in it, yeah thats exactly why it doesn't work for them...but it doesn't mean I'm not having second thoughts...because I am...even though I'm still doing every single thing I need to do...I'm just one step away...but after reading that blog I just got terrified and then reading all of the other awful things..I think it will be worth it in the long run. I see soo many people on here and all over who have had so much success with it and its changed their lives...so why wouldn't it work for me when I'm % in it, and I've already lost 30 pounds on my own? -
To whoever is taking the time to read this: I'm Kayla. I am 20 years old and 285 lbs. I guess that's why I'm typing this story. I've struggled with my weight my entire life, as has most of my family. My mom just recently underwent the gastric sleeve surgery, and I have been recommended for it. Heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes run in my family, and I'm going to exhaust every resource I have to prevent these things from happening to me. Now, I know that you're probably thinking I'm lazy or that I just haven't tried dieting. I have tried everything under the sun, and nothing has been successful. I'm already physically active, and this is just a tool I'd like to use to achieve my long-term health goals. But seeing as I'm a young adult, it's impossible for me to get financed for this gastric sleeve surgery. The money will be used for be to have the surgery done by Dr. Fernando Garcia with Tijuana Bariatrics. The surgery itself will cost me 4,250 and flight expenses will be in the 2,000 dollar range. I would be so incredibly grateful for any dollar or penny donated. This surgery will mean me being able to go further with my job as a Beauty Advisor and also pursue my cosmetology liscense. I will be forever grateful to those who assist me. Even if you can't afford to donate, I thank you for taking the time to read my story. here's my link. every dollar helps. https://www.gofundme.com/kaylassleeve
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Not sure I'm ready to tell anyone yet but I need help
cwm812 replied to spoiltmom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'd tell her, if you need her to watch the kids. If you don't tell her, she's going to worry and figure that something is else is going on. I truly think that it your business who to tell, but in this case she's going to know you have all these appts. She's going to think you have some kind of health problem, then she'll ask your husband and put him in the position of lying. Sooner or later, she'll find out and then she'll be really hurt. If you could manage without her help, I'd keep quiet. I didn't tell my own mother-in-law until after I had the surgery. I would make it clear that you don't want anyone else to know. I didn't mention this fact to some people and I was really shocked who knew. They thought it was great that I was losing this weight and then spread the word. I wasn't mad or anything, but it did make for one uncomfortable holiday meal where everyone commented on my food choices. Cindy -
Not sure I'm ready to tell anyone yet but I need help
losethemess replied to spoiltmom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Girl, you don't have to tell her. It's not like you are going out doing something unproductive or mischievous. I don't tell my babysitter where I am going when I leave my son with her. I just tell her that I'll be back in a few hours, granted your mother in law is different, she does deserve a little more explanation. Remember, once you tell her you can't take it back. I'm sorry to say, but once you tell her, everybody else in your family will most likely find out. Think back to a time when you had a secret and told someone? Of course they told someone else. It is so hard to seek help for a weight problem. You don't need added stress from anyone else. I just posted a poll today about this same topic. Check it out. I have only told my husband and mother. I don't plan on telling anyone else. I really don't see the purpose. If you fell like you are only hesitant to tell her because you feel like you are lying tell her you are going to see a nutritionist to help you with your weight problem. That's the truth at least you won't be lying. If you feel like you need her support and she'll support you then, tell her, otherwise keep it to yourself. -
Good outcome of bad choice
LipstickLady replied to busybeebug's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So, I had a long hard conversation with myself over the concept of "wasting" foood one afternoon after fussing at my kid for not eating over half her lunnch. If you eat it, it's gone. If you toss it, it's gone. Either way, it's gone. If you don't NEED it, don't eat it. If you don't want it, don't eat it. I got FAT because I NEVER "wasted" food. I would shove in the last few bites no matter how stuffed I was. I would eat the leftovers even if I wasn't hungry before I'd throw them out. I'd finish the last chicken nugget from the kids' lunch even if I'd already eaten. A cold fry in the bottom of the bag? Not wasting that hard chewy morsel of fat. Both my kids are slender and healthy. Why? If they don't want food, they simply don't eat it. Even if it means *gasp* wasting it. Hmmm... Interesting concept. By not wasting food, I wasted 20 years of my life being 80-120 pounds overweight. I wasted a lot of knee cartilage. I wasted a lot of trips to the dunes and the amusement parks and the mountains because it was a tough walk. I wasted opportunities to ride horses and jump out of planes because I didn't want to tell people my weight. Yeah. Waste the dang brownies. Your victory was SO much better.- 12 replies
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So what, maybe I have erosion and maybe I don't. I don't even have a port. But just for today, look what the Band has done for me. Not bad for a 40-something old broad. I'm still almost 100 pounds overweight and considered morbidly obese (according to "them," whoever they are that invented weight charts.) I'm printing both these as side-by-sides and planning out a new diet strategy. I have no idea where I'll get the willpower this late in the game, but I want to lose more - now. Peace CHRISTMAS 2003 P.S. Yes, that's hottie Mayor Oscar Goodman, the hippest coolest politician in history.
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Lisa - girl...what's going on in that pretty head of yours? While I *always* support someone going down a road to being healthy, I'm sorta thinking there is more going on up there and focusing on losing weight is just easier to think about right now. I dunno, I guess I just get the "vibe" that there is more you are working on. Trust me...been there, done that. As my therp says.....when the world feels out of control, food is the one thing you can control...to the point of obsession for me sometimes. Hope I don't offend....I just felt that in my heart and had to say it. Now....as for your recent picture. MY GOD girl you look radiant!! And your hubby too. I'm always bowled over by what a beautiful couple the two of you make. (wait....you just changed the photo!!! oops! I loved the one where you were in the mint green top...bring it back!!!) Bear in mind....you are beautiful because you have a radiant light that shines from within. You are like a lighthouse beaming out for all the world to see. Who gives a f%$%#k what the scale says. You are perfect right here, right now. You don't need to add anything or take anything away to be absolutely perfect. Get on with your bad self!! And just today I was reading in a magazine an interview with some very handsome star (can't recall). Asked about what makes a woman sexy he said "If a woman thinks she's sexy then she is". I'm going to paste that on my bathroom mirror...... Love you girl.....I just feel like I need to hug ya!!!!
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I noticed he likes the black shirt and grey tie too, then again he looks mighty HOT!!!, no matter what he wears. You're both a wonderful looking couple. Thanks for sharing. The weight you've lost without a port, omg, look out when ya get one.
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Starting Mushies, Feeling Guilt. Wth?!
rebecca b replied to AliveAgain's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am still getting these feeling, and sometimes have dreams that I won't lose anything, I do, and you will too. It's slow and steady there is no race. I am two months out now and can eat more that before. I track everything and try not to get nutso if I get to 1200 calories. I remember that it takes my body 2300 calories to maintain, and that I will lose weight. It's just a overwhelming change. But we will all get there together! sleeved 12-19-11 -
First day of pre-op diet!
chickadee replied to pixiesmurf's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I sit in an office all day. That is partly to blame for all the weight i put on the last 10 years. My friends at work even threw a "lifestyle wake" for me at work today with all my fav foods. They called it phat friday. -
It just hit me today that I am no longer an emotional eater. Today, I learned that my sister and best friend in the world is going onto the heart transplant list--IF they consider her to be a good candidate for surviving it. She is beautiful--the picture of health and fitness--but chemo in her 20's destroyed her heart valves and she's been struggling with congestive heart failure. However, I realied this evening that for the first time in my life, I didn't even consider eating to ease my pain and worry. Amazing. What is different?? I got to my highest weight by eating every time I had an emotion, be it anger, sadness, or even excitement and happiness. I've worked on awareness of this for a few years now. When I would get upset about something, I would automatically walk to the pantry or fridge. But instead of just grabbing something, I would say, "If you eat this, you'll have two problems instead of one," and then I would force myself to just feel my feeling and walk away from the food. Last weekend my husband made me so mad, I got out my boxing exercise DVD at 1 a.m. and pictured his face every time I threw a punch! But tonight, I made the connection that even as mad as I was I didn't turn to food to feel better. I'm really thrilled about this. If I can stop eating for emotional reasons, I truly believe anyone can. It will take practice and a willingness to actually FEEL things rather than just drug yourself with food, but it can be done. Thanks for letting me share. Please pray for my sister. She's an amazing woman.
