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8/25/09 2 1/2 weeks post-op and feeling great!
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From the album: First progress pictures
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I had it two weeks ago -
How much did you loose before Surgery?
Bethanyblondie replied to AudsMom's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I am in month three of my 6 month supervised diet, and I've lost some weight, and now I've gained a few pounds over the holidays...but overall am still down a couple of pounds from my beginning weight. I think most of all the insurance companies want you to just fulfill the requirement of 6 months with doc visits to show your dedication to a lifestyle change. My insurance doesn't say any certain amount is required to be lost before the 6 months is up. But, I am trying to learn something in this six months, so I do hope to lose about 10% of my body weight by the time the 6 months is up. Just a thought! -
tell me how this surgery has impacted your life
123crod replied to mejusme's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Don't be scared I am a big baby and I did it so I know you can too. The surgery it not bad and the recover is pretty short. I am only 7 weeks post op, but I am feeling fine. I have only had one fill. I eat pretty much whatever I want keeping Protein in mid first. I really do not get hungry, but did for weeks 2 - 4 post op. I have lost about 22 lbs so far. -
Brand-new here and hoping for surgery soon
MenagerieNik posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
My name is Nikki. I'm a mother of three living in Southern California. I'm currently looking for the right doctor/clinic to have the surgery. I'm paying out-of-pocket so I also need a place that has financing. I am SO glad I found these forums as I was feeling a bit lost, wandering around the internet looking for information. Looking forward to 'talking' to everyone. If anyone has a doctor recommendation (or someone I should avoid) for the Simi Valley/Westlake/Ventura area, please let me know! -
tell me how this surgery has impacted your life
Thewall26 replied to mejusme's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hello, So far, and I am only 7 weeks post op too it has been the best thing I have ever done for myself. 10 weeks ago I was taking 8 pills for various illnesses. Diabetes to HBP to sleep apnea, and high cholesterol. Today I am on ZERO medications. As with any surgery your nerves will probably get the best of you all the way till they take you back to surgery room, I know mine did. I would do it again in a hearbeat and I look forward to being at a weight I have not been in almost 20 years. You will do fine, and keep us informed. -
How Much Help Will I Need After Hospital?
phatdivabbw replied to Smoggy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I think you should even if it is for moral support. Since everyone' s experience is different is hard to say. I had a lot of adminal soreness and needed help getting up and down. I felt crappy and having someone helping me was a blessing. We go through so many emotional and physical changes the first week. My BF is awesome. He has kept me in check. Tonight I took the container of sugar free Jello out of the fridge. Grabbed my toddler spoon and began to eat. He said what are you doing. He took the container. Measured out 4 ounces and scorned me not to overdo it. That's a bad habit the old Lewanda would do eating out of the container. I'm sure had he let me continue I would be sick because although I had my toddler spoon in hand I probably would have eaten to much and be suffering right now. -
Wow, its been a month since I posted? I should be ashamed of myself. Whats new, well, shoulder is still not healed, and really struggling these days to even get any exercise in. Well, to be honest, I haven't exercised in awhile, and I finally made it back to the gym last night. I am not lifting weight since I have an injury but I am doing cardio. Eating has been on and off. We went on vacation July 4th week and that started me down the bad path. It took 3 weeks for me to quit eating bad and get back on track. I am finally back on track and trying to get back to exercising. I guess I just a break from everything, eating right, exercising and blogging. I'm refocussed again and will start blogging again. It holds me accountable. Bfast - protein shake Lunch - FF tuna salad with 4 crackers Snack - grapes (red seedless) Dinner - roasted chicken and fresh tomatoes snack - Skinny Cow ice cream bar Exercise - 30 min on elliptical machine. wt - this morning 162.9 grrrrrrr
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Today I Said Goodbye So Long To Her.
epihEmmy84 posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
today I went to the swap meet.i saw a gorgeous yet petite jumper outfit so I walked in cautiouslyand asked the foreign saleslady how much for it. she quickly [goofy smirk] replies : it not for you no fit you haha nonono! . thats all I needed......that was it. I willing answered her with : " no.....its not for me." smiled with courage and happiness not sadness and kindly in my head finally spoke these words to myself: "so long...goodbye...i must leave you behind now" referring to all of my 230 pounds n five foot three old me. with 6 days left til surgery I have parted ways with that 18 years of extra weight extras and extras of 18 years of tears heartache and sadness 18 years of being buried under this rubble of my skin... today I said bye and so long........ -
Looking for friends who are about to be banded. Anyone in NYC?
Danielle51079 replied to Danielle51079's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
NJ is close-yes it would be great to chat with you. I will be banded a few weeks before you so I will let you know how it goes! When do you start your pre-op liquid diet??I am on it right now and let me tell you--it is much harder than I imagined:( But it will all be worth it in the end! I am so excited:) -
Ive Hit A Plattue I Havent Lost Anyweight In 2 Months
lucirose posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I had my surgery in late june im down 45 pounds but have hit a plattue Igot back on track only having 3 meals a day and no snacking and ive been hitting the gym 3/4 times a week in the first week since my adjustment I still havent lost any weight and im feeling very sad and discouraged can anyone give me any advice on what to do -
Surgery Ply Starting A New Job Help!!
Regnu replied to jess0504's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Took two weeks off and I have a desk job. Can't imagine doing that kind of work one week post op, but then again, I'm probably a lot older than you. -
Surgery Ply Starting A New Job Help!!
u4leigh replied to jess0504's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hopefully your doc's scheduler can help move you up a week or two! I would definitely ask for an earlier date! -
New To The Site And Considering Lap Band
Cocoabean replied to bridie53's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Gastric bypass patients get stuck, also. So don't let that be a deciding factor for you! Go to the info seminar and listen. Talk it over with your surgeon. Pick a surgeon who does all three procedures. Hear what he or she recommends and why. Read on all the forums around about the different types of WLS. I chose the band because I mainly needed portion control, and it seemed far less drastic than gastric bypass. Although the qualifications for both were the same, bypass just seemed too extreme for someone in my medical condition. I was a lower BMI, I was not yet diabetic, but heading that way. I just didn't think the risk of Vitamin deficiencies/malabsorption/malnutrition was worth the benefits I'd get from bypass. I can't speak intellectually about the sleeve other than to say that most of the risk of it is immediately pre-op. The risk of a leak on the staple line is significant, but it seems that if you come through that period, then further complications are very rare. Best wishes on your decision! -
Hehehe, Doug rushed himself to emergency once from work, worried that his kidneys were about to pack it up, the culprit- beetroot sandwiches, he'd eaten every day for a week.
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Concerned About Flying After Surgery
Ann_Marie posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I just finished all my pre-surgery test yesterday. I am schedued to meet with my doctor on 02/01/12 to schedule my surgery date. Her assistant told me that it would more than likely be 2 weeks from the 02/01 date. I am concerned because I am scheduled for a business trip at the end of the month (02/27). Do any of you know if I should postpone my surgery to after my trip?? will it matter or will a flight complicate my recovery? I plan on telling my doctor about the trip and asking her for her advise..... But it seems like I am stressing out over this because #1 I want to schedule the surgery asap and #2 I cant cancel my trip -
Concerned About Flying After Surgery
JustDoIt130 replied to Ann_Marie's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I have a history of embolisms following surgery, due to flying after breaking my ankle, and all my dr said was wait 2-3 weeks. Maybe try to meet the surgeon earlier, or maybe when you express concern about flying they'll do surgery sooner than 2 weeks after that appointment. -
3 Days Post Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Liliana Arleen replied to MissE's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Can see a Dr and get any type or liquid narcotic ? I was Lortap for the first weeks,or you can take liquid tylenol as well. Is hard to drink at the beginning but it gets better. -
3 Days post Gastric Sleeve Surgery And Clear Sailing!
Crawford replied to Crawford's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
1st couple days they suggested protein shakes.. clear liquids and vegetable & chicken broth.. sugar free popsicles.. watre other clear liquids.. low fat yogurt.. skim milk.. soft foods after the 2nd week.. -
Greetings from NC-the Journey Begins
blue devil woman replied to jbhedge2's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Welcome and congrats. I was banded Dec 04,09. u will be so glad u did this. it took three fills before I felt restriction and started to lose. I have lost 33lbs. most in yhe last couple of months. where r u having ur surgery done. I grew up in s. va. s.hill area. -
I am 14 weeks post op and have lost 43 pounds.
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Hi, my name is Shayna and I'm getting the lap bad in a few weeks. I'm getting nervous and excited. I'm looking to forward to getting information and advice from everyone.
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New guy, just got a surgery approved.
Astrasmom replied to 1Texan's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congratulations on the start of your journey. All doctors are different with the frequency of fills and the decaf as well. My doctor said no coffee anymore because even decaf has c affine in it. C affine dehydrates you. But he said I could have decaf tea. I do know people that drink coffee so again it's all up to you and your doctor. I would ask your doctor. As for the fills they are usually every 6 weeks for the first year. After that they are when you need them. I hope this helps a little. If you have anymore questions please feel free to ask. -
New and about to set my surgery date
iwannabealoser replied to iwannabealoser's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Why would you think he wont let you have it? I too am a mommy of twins :-) How old are yours? Its crazy, I barely gained any weight with the pregnancy, but after I delivered, I was so use to "eating for three", that it was hard to stop. Ive gained a little over 40 lbs since i delivered them. :biggrin: Wishing you the best of luck with this journey! My fingers are definently crossed for you! -
Having my surgery tomorrow - tips, advice, positive thought?
sslouha replied to TyGuysMom's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congrats on your new life, you will be fine, the surgery is simple and it will be over before you know it. For recovery you will want to concentrate on just healing. You will loose, and you will gain but those 6 weeks are critical for you to heal so do just that. If you told family and friends they will be hovering and looking at what you eat, just go with the flow its ok they are looking out for you, even if they hover a lot! When you come back in here, go into the chat with any questions you may have, they are a great bunch of people and they are there to help you! Take care and God Bless you! Sandee
