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

6 Months Surgiversary !



Recommended Posts

@@doingitmyway

I lost 64 Ib (29 kg). Probably would have lost bit more, but I was bit slack with my exercises lately.

I gained 90 Ib (41 kg) in 2 years 2014-2016 partly due to my Graves Disease (hyper-thyroid) doing 180 degree turn, and mucking up my metabolism. I developed awful sweet and fatty foods cravings, so I had a massive, rapid weight gain.

I would love to lose another 33 Ib. My weight loss has slowed down a bit when I hit 6 months post op.

So, I am plodding along .....

Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

That's awesome. I'm 5 weeks out. I've lost 18 pounds, 26 if you include the preop diet. I was just cleared for exercise yesterday. I feel like I've barely lost anything but my doctor said I've done great and to expect 8-10 lbs a month if I'm working on it.

Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

@@doingitmyway

Thank you!

Yes, you have done great! The 8-10 Ibs per month loss is a good loss. I was told the same.

With regular and steady loss (not super fast) I have healthy hair (no hair loss) and the only loose skin I have is in my upper arms.

So, count your blessings. :)

At 3 months post op I saw my face was changing and I could cross my legs, and the weight loss was noticeable.

Now, at 6 months post op, the change is even bigger and better.

You will get there. It takes time, but it happens.

So, be happy to steadily plod along.

All the best!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hugs and kisses to you !

Yes, definitely a big Yes to a brighter future!

I will now work to combine the last 2 photos to post on your Transformation Tuesday post, together with my yucky before ones .... :)

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

@

I just realized I didn't leave a comment...

Love the before and after pics, you are killing it with the weight loss and looking great, thanks for sharing and motivating us all

I'm still loving the longer hair and bangs, looks lovely on you

Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

@@Christy5913

Thank you! :)

I actually just had a cut, my hair was longer still. Yes, the weight loss is great. I felt such a frump, and I forgot what I looked like, until I found few more pre-op photos.

I am still not at goal, but I hope that by Christmas I will be there.

Christy, you look phenomenal, and beautiful. You have such beautiful face and hair, and you have done an amazing great job with your weight-loss!

You are an inspiration!

So, we can inspire and motivate each other :)

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Aww... Thank you so much You are such a sweet lady !!

I, too am hoping to be at goal by Christmas (be a nice Christmas present) and I'm definitely down to keep motivating and encouraging each other a long the way !!

Wishing you continued success and looking forward to your progress pics

Hugs and Kisses

Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Today I reached my final decade ( Less than 22 Ib ) to be under, towards my goal.

6 and 1/2 months later I finally got under 70 kg, and weigh 69 kg ( 151.8 Ib ).

Being in AU, I am used to Metric system, but with my calculator I can show Ibs lost in my updates.

So, each 10 kg lost ( 22 Ib) was a milestone for me.

Now, I am seeing the light at the end of the tunnel :)

19.8 Ib ( 9 kg) to go to my stretch goal, then visit my Dietician again, and discuss maintenance.

After my scales not moving for few weeks, they're on the downward slope again, Yay!

I may reach my stretch goal before Christmas.

This will be the best present!

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

    • rinabobina

      I would like to know what questions you wish you had asked prior to your duodenal switch surgery?
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • 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!

  • 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

    ×