Stardusted 13 Posted July 16, 2012 So I have been lurking for awhile but I finally got the guts to post! So I just got approved for Gastric Bypass surgery! I'm having my 2nd consult next week! Ok I am getting a little cold feet! I'm scared to death that I am not doing the right thing by getting the surgery! Ok so everyone out there that has had the surgery, was it worth it???? I have 4 kids at home so how long is the recovery process? Any stay at home moms out there? I need encouragement! Sent from my iPhone using RNYTalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tamihill 24 Posted July 17, 2012 I haven't had my surgery yet. But I am a stay at home mom of two. The surgery is scary, but I know in my heart it's the only way for me to be as healthy as I can be. Especially for myself and my family. Good luck and I'm sure you'll make the right decision for you.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krystyneh 55 Posted July 17, 2012 Im a stay at home mom of one. My husband is an over the road truck driver so we only see him 2-3 times a month. I have surgery scheduled for Friday August 3rd. Surgery is scary but it's definitely worth it. You will do just great Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
georgiagirl 34 Posted July 17, 2012 I'm a stay at home mom of 4 ranging from 1 to 14 in age. I was down about 3 days then fine my energy was a little low but I just cleaned the house really well before surgery and had to do things at my own pace after I'm 1 month out and say yes do it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bellepink77 44 Posted July 17, 2012 I'm a stay at home mom of 4 as well. 17,13,8,&4 I'm 5 weeks post op and I'm glad I had the surgery. It was 3 weeks of recovery for me. I am still very tired after simple tasks but no more pain. I couldn't have done this without my sister husband and kids help 1 TinyMamiOf3kids reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TinyMamiOf3kids 1,280 Posted July 17, 2012 Welcome to the group! I'm a stay at home mom of 3 kiddos. Ages 15,4,2 unfortunately married over 16 years. I had surgery May 30, 2012 was 211lbs had 30 day diet went to 197lbs and now after surgery I'm 167lbs I feel good. I would recommend this surgery. I also exercise. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
berniec 166 Posted July 17, 2012 Welcome to the group! I'm a stay at home mom of 3 kiddos. Ages 15' date='4,2 unfortunately married over 16 years. I had surgery May 30, 2012 was 211lbs had 30 day diet went to 197lbs and now after surgery I'm 167lbs I feel good. I would recommend this surgery. I also exercise.[/quote'] Mami you're doing great. I had doctors appointment today and I am down 51 pounds. My surgery was April 23rd. I asked my surgeon was that good and he said what do you think. I said I guess it's ok. He said that I'm doing great. He said if I keep doing what I'm doing I should be able to loose another 30 pounds by my next appointment which is in three months. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ben's Mom 2 Posted July 18, 2012 I had my surgery on 4-11-12 and it was the best decision of my life. I had the open gastric bypass and was back at work on day 14. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TinyMamiOf3kids 1,280 Posted July 18, 2012 Mami you're doing great. I had doctors appointment today and I am down 51 pounds. My surgery was April 23rd. I asked my surgeon was that good and he said what do you think. I said I guess it's ok. He said that I'm doing great. He said if I keep doing what I'm doing I should be able to loose another 30 pounds by my next appointment which is in three months. Berniec you are doing great. The month haven't ended yet so I think I can lose another 15lbs but I'm in no hurry. I keep thinking about sagging. I'm working out my arms like crazy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites