African American Sleevers

[Ballermom 803]

Yes, I was able to work full days with no problems. I'm a middle school teacher so I was able to sit and take breaks throughout the day. I haven't taken a sick days yet.....things have been good!

Amazing and you all are such an inspiration to me. Keep up the good work.

congrats to all.

[Mrsdw206 40]

Amazing and you all are such an inspiration to me. Keep up the good work.

congrats to all.

Thank you. Have you been sleeved yet?

[Ballermom 803]

Thank you. Have you been sleeved yet?

Hi,

I hope to be sleeved in March. I am in a six month program but it will take at least 10 months.

[sexxy219 41]

Hey ladies, I'm a African American woman from Miami!!! I will be sleeved next week!!! 12/12/12 I'm very excited and I can't wait to share my results!!!

[HeadMistress 35]

Hey ladies' date=' I'm a African American woman from Miami!!! I will be sleeved next week!!! 12/12/12 I'm very excited and I can't wait to share my results!!![/quote']

Hello excellent I start pre op on 12/14 surgery on the 28th

[sexxy219 41]

Wow!!! Well good luck!!!!! I'll continue to post my results!!!

[mylastchance21 82]

Hello Everyone!!

As a lot of people have did, I have been lurking on the boards for a while. I actually read every post in this thread, trying to absorb and soak up any helpful information I could. I will be attending the informational session tonight at the bariatric center here in Savannah, Ga. I have already spoken to my PCP and I have the guidelines required by my insurance company. I am just so nervous it's unbelievable and I don't even have a surgery date yet! I have been praying and asking God for guidance with my decision. I will be 30 years old next November and I just refuse to be in the same health I'm in now. I feel blessed because I don't have any major health issues- HBP or Diabetes. I think my major concern is the actual surgery, loose skin and having to completely give up the food that our culture loves so much "soul food" I know that way of thinking is so backwards, me worrying about giving up food but I would be lying of I said I wasn't. I'm not too worried about Hair loss as I am natural and my hair is pretty thick. I have told two people, my boyfriend and my best friend- who are both very supportive and will be with me the day of surgery. At this time that's all I plan on telling because I refuse to deal with the negativity. My mother thinks I am fine just the way I am and that's fine but I don't feel the same way. I think my aha moment was when my boyfriend and myself went to a theme park and I had to get off the ride in front of everyone because the safety bar wouldn't clasp because of my thighs! Smh!!! I am at the heaviest I have ever been I guess I carry my weight kind of good cuz no one believes it when I tell them how much I weigh. I'm asking all if my sleeve sistas to keep me in your thoughts and prayers as I embark on this life changing journey and I will do the same for you all. I will update you all after the informational session tonight

[icon23 273]

Hi All,

I have been reading more and more about Hair loss after WLS and it sounds pretty inevitable, but I also remember reading in this thread a lot of people who didn't (or haven't yet) experienced hair loss. It's my understanding that the hair loss doesn't even usually start until 3-4 months after surgery but that it does grow back starting a couple of months later. Can people who have been sleeved at least 3-4 months please share their experiences with hair loss? I have locs and I'm just picturing losing clumps of them

[MrsDwD 12]

Released from my 2-night stay at the hospital this afternoon (sleeved Monday) and I am so glad to be back at home!! Woot Woot!

[allthatjazz4u 204]

Hello Everyone!!

As a lot of people have did' date=' I have been lurking on the boards for a while. I actually read every post in this thread, trying to absorb and soak up any helpful information I could. I will be attending the informational session tonight at the bariatric center here in Savannah, Ga. I have already spoken to my PCP and I have the guidelines required by my insurance company. I am just so nervous it's unbelievable and I don't even have a surgery date yet! I have been praying and asking God for guidance with my decision. I will be 30 years old next November and I just refuse to be in the same health I'm in now. I feel blessed because I don't have any major health issues- HBP or Diabetes. I think my major concern is the actual surgery, loose skin and having to completely give up the food that our culture loves so much "soul food" I know that way of thinking is so backwards, me worrying about giving up food but I would be lying of I said I wasn't. I'm not too worried about Hair loss as I am natural and my hair is pretty thick. I have told two people, my boyfriend and my best friend- who are both very supportive and will be with me the day of surgery. At this time that's all I plan on telling because I refuse to deal with the negativity. My mother thinks I am fine just the way I am and that's fine but I don't feel the same way. I think my aha moment was when my boyfriend and myself went to a theme park and I had to get off the ride in front of everyone because the safety bar wouldn't clasp because of my thighs! Smh!!! I am at the heaviest I have ever been I guess I carry my weight kind of good cuz no one believes it when I tell them how much I weigh. I'm asking all if my sleeve sistas to keep me in your thoughts and prayers as I embark on this life changing journey and I will do the same for you all. I will update you all after the informational session tonight[/quote']

This is in fact a JOURNEY. Be informed and make sure you are willing to give up those things you struggle with. I was sleeved 3 weeks ago and I will DO IT ALL OVER AGAIN IN A HEART BEAT. I had a couple of co morbities in addition to the weight. My only regret is not doing this sooner. I will definitely keep you in my prayers as you embark on this LIFE CHANGING journey!

[Ballermom 803]

Released from my 2-night stay at the hospital this afternoon (sleeved Monday) and I am so glad to be back at home!! Woot Woot!

Congrats! Glad your are home.

Awesome.

Praying that you have a speedy recovery.

[MrsDwD 12]

Congrats! Glad your are home.

Awesome.

Praying that you have a speedy recovery.

Thank you lwatts7!!

[HeadMistress 35]

Hey guys ive been doing videos on you tube check them out of u want blaire1984

[mylastchance21 82]

Did anyone have to pay a fee for the assisting surgeon?

[Red_Charms09 102]

I have weight stalled have not lose any weight since surgery. I'm about to pull my hair out HELP

2013 is my year....Sleeved 11/19 Methodist Hosp in NY