Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Secret Sleevers?



Recommended Posts

I have told my hubby, parents and will tell my son as the time gets closer.

At this time, I don't plan on telling anyone else. I'm a very private person and just think it's better that way for my situation. I live in a small town where everyone knows your business.

Do what's right for you - follow your gut feeling.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

My support group called me the "secret keeper" My own mother didn't know for months (she lives less than a mile away from me), my dad for almost 2 years and some family still doesn't know at three years out. NO one knew about my surgery minus my significant other and two trusted dear friends. Obvisouly by my no picture icon, I am still private except on this site minus my local support group which I still attend.

VSG surgery decision was deeply personal, this was my battle to save me from me. Already knowing what others would say like "you aren't fat" was not what I needed to hear. My resolve was firm. I had seen a private physcologist and knew what what require beyond the physical change ahead. Didn't need other input nor did I want it. My surgeon was supurb, my metomorphisis ahead was in my control.

In conclusion - we all travel this journey differently. Some view this is a private battle, like I did. Others want troops surrounding them. Both view are right. Don't be ashamed of which way you fight the battle of the bulge.

Hugs - I love my sleeve and have no regrets.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

As long as I can manage it - only my man knows. I don't want anyone up in my business and to be honest, people just can't help commenting on things and their delivery often leaves a lot to be desired. My excuse to people who don't know my history? 'I had my gallbladder out'. If it's noticeable in the future in social situations? 'I have a wheat and gluten allergy, so I have to be really picky with what I eat now'. I'm hoping that will suffice.... Time will tell! Good luck to everyone x

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Only my immediate family knew and that is still the case after 7 months and a 95lb weight loss.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 1 reply
      1. NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

    • buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

    • Sandra Austin Tx

      I’m 6 days post op as of today. I had the gastric bypass 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×