Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

Tomorrow is my big day and oh lord is it all hitting me. My pre op diet I stuck to like glue and I feel ready. This is exciting to me and I feel the relief already. I know my journey is far from over. But the support has been amazing. I never thought my family and friends would ever be this supportive, but it's been amazing.

Hello everyone!! My surgery is scheduled for July 7th and I am wondering if anyone else is having surgery that day??? Thanks so much!!!

Just before my 10th birthday my stepfather began coming into my room at night while my mother was at work. This continued until I was 12 years old. I tried several times to tell my mother over those years what was happening to me but she didn't want to hear it and I didn't know what words to use. My grandmother stayed with me once and figured it out and also tried to stop it but again, her words fell on deaf ears. Her attempts caused a huge rift between her and my mother that was never repaired. I finally stopped it myself. Many ramifications. The most lasting one besides my view of the world was my view of myself. Somehow, I blamed the way I looked. If I didn't lo…

I guess I should share my story of why I've chosen to have the gastric sleeve surgery. Well, after being told that I developed high blood pressure, severe sleep apnea, and osteoarthritis (all a result of my weight gain) I thought it was time to deal with this weight problem. To be honest, if I had not acquired these conditions I would have never given bariatric surgery a thought. I felt I looked good and healthy, so end of story. Oh, but I was deceiving myself. Apparently my body is screaming for help and help is exactly what I need. I know that bariatric surgery isn't the cure all. Exercise and a healthy diet are just as important. I've embraced this wholeheartedly.…

Hello all, I had a rny done on Tuesday and can't seem to get rid of this horrible gas pressure. I walk and walk. Nothing. Ideas?

My name is Senekua and my surgery is scheduled for the 25 this Thursday.... I'm not really scared but nervous about my new life style change....I'm praying I won't mess up.. Far as eating and drinking my cousin had hers done in December and she says she had to chew her food really good and sip when drinking

I feel pretty good conceding I just had surgery. Everyone is so nice here and dr A is the best. I work in health care and you can't beat a hug from your doctor.

I am having my sleeve on Monday. I have been over weight since high school. I have lost and gain over the years but can not ever keep the weight off. I am excited to be able to finally lose and show my extended family that you can do it. I have no support from my husbands side of the family (they think I am taking the easy way) and my hubby is trying to diet with me. I believe he is getting frustrated because I am currently on my pre-op and I am losing about 2 lbs a day, he has not lost but a few pounds total. I am excited to get this started and I started at 260ish lbs. I am down to 244. I am happy with the way things are progressing and look forward to getting d…

I've always been a bigger girl. But in 6th grade I got fat and went on my first diet ordered by my doctor. Ever since then I've had a negative look of myself. I was always in lot of athletics participating in every sport I could, I was still fat. I was a popular girl because I was in so many sports. Now I'm in college, still an athlete, and still obese. I have back problems, asthma, low self confidence. It's time for a change. I'm ready to lose the weight I've been trying to lose for 8 years now, and live the life I've been dreaming of.

Hello all! This is a wonderful forum. So many questions answered and others popping up for me. I have Cigna insurance and I am not sure if it will be three or six months of prep but I am willing to jump through the hoops as long as I can see a VSG at the end of the tunnel. I am 57 year old female. I have struggled with anorexia and binge eating, both ends of the spectrum. I have been able to lose weight in the past, but have never been able to keep my weight down. The last five years, what worked for me before is no longer working and I get nowhere. Last year I saw a dietician for four months and lost three pounds and I exercised like a fiend. 90 minutes, five…

I haven't posted anything in a while so decided to do an update on my situation. I had gastric bypass on Dec.31st 2014 yes I'm a newbie still it's only been 6 months almost 7 and it hasn't been an easy road but so worth it I promise. My starting weight was 410 and night of surgery I was 347 today I am 269. It's a whole new world for me and so many doors have open. I feel more happier and I'm wearing jeans again which I haven't in years. There's still a long way to go but I'm so glad I decided to get control of my life back.

Hello all, I am about 10.5 months out & had my first real scare this weekend. I was having some pain & ended up going to the ER & had a CT scan done to see what was going on. There was no obvious internal hernia but the dye was backing up into my liver which is no good so I ended up having emergency laparoscopic exploratory surgery. I am feeling pretty good just 1 day out other then the medical gas making my shoulders & neck sore. Anyone else have this happen to them? The surgeon said its common after losing 100 or so pounds which I have done. And he fixed what they call the "Peterson's Defect" a know defect after RNY however they can not fix it with th…

I am excited but a bit nervous as to how long it will take to feel well again post op and return to work and an active lifestyle Any advice?

I began my journey July 30, 2014 when I was 55 I had Gastric Bypass surgery. At my highest weight I was 247 at surgery I was 237 and I'm 5'1 I was always depressed and hated how I felt about myself. I always thought I was not a very smart person had no self esteem. I thought about having the surgery in 2013 but I felt I was not ready at the time. In 2014 I was tired of being sick and tired all the time. I felt so ready to have the surgery I committed to myself that I was going to get healthy. It was the best decision I ever made! I went from a size 22 to a 4. I am confident for the first in my life I also can think clear and made good decisions. I thank the good Lord ev…

I'm six weeks out and still struggling with eating. I need some food ideas I can't tolerate eggs. I tried to get my protein in by w ating yogurt but I need to try some meats any suggestions and preparations ideas. Please help sincerely Shalotta....

I had surgery yesterday! I'm so excited to start my new life. At my heaviest I was 358 pounds and right now, due to the pre-op fasting I now weigh 340. I'm 34 years old, 6'1" tall, and have set my goal weight at 200. I'm very sore today as the doctor also repaired a hiatal hernia, but the pain medication is helping. I read another post on here that someone is able to eat fast-food chicken sandwiches and Pasta. My doctor told me to avoid those high starch foods. I'm looking at this as a tool for long-term weight loss and not something that will allow me to eat whatever I want in smaller portions. Am I wrong in my thinking process? :-)

I'm new to this site. Going to get sleeved on 6/15/2015. My story in a nut shell... I went from bikini model babe to eating my way to doubling my weight over the past 20 years. I am an expert diet pro. I have gained/lossed 80%/40% of my body weight respectively. I have done this more than I can count. My husband of 10 years met me as I was hitting a low weight 152. We've been married 10 years and I have ballooned up to 227. He has never treated me any different. I fought the deadliest form of breast cancer and so far 5.5 years out and I'm still alive. Now I really want to live!! But not at the fat, unhealthy weight I'm at now. I don't want to do anything or go anywhere an…

I had a gastric bypass on 5/5/2015. I have been overweight since the age of 3, I have no clue how to be anything else. Due to this I have never been able to have kids. PCOS, Hidradenitis Supportuvia, Cauda Equina Syndrome, Diabetes have reaked havoc on my body and mind. I have always worked full time, consider myself successful and an overachiever because my talents have to speak louder than my looks. Fat girls have to try harder right? I could lose 10% of my bodyweight, and I did it many times over, always on a diet. Can't believe I am done with this cycle!! My surgery just caused me to be sore and uncomfortable, no biggy, so is being 125 lbs overweight. I consi…

Hi Everyone, My name is Robyn from Canada and I had my Gastric Bypass surgery on May 22, 2015. I lost 11 lbs during my 2 week pre-op diet and have since lost 10 lbs post-op. I worry that I'm not getting enough Protein and Water in as I am NEVER hungry and feel full and bloated when drinking water. I see my Surgeon on June 17 for my first follow-up post surgery and will make inquiries at that time. In the meantime should anyone have any suggestions or useful tips, they'd be greatly appreciated. Thank you kindly, Robyn

Hi everyone June 17th makes 3 months for me post op surgery I am down 53lbs, but I have hit a stall for like 2-3 wks, what can I do to get the weight to start back falling off, I have 83 more lbs I wants to loose

I'm doing great no pain. I'm bloated today and not sure why but following program and getting stronger each day

Hey there. I'm 2 1/2 mos. out and I'm only down 34lbs. It takes about a wk for my scale to move just 1lb. ???? I'm getting in all my water (70) I'm getting about 60-70 protein. & I'm eating about 900-1000 calories a day not doing more then 40 carbs. And I'm going to the gym about 4x a wk 1 hr. So what's really going on. ??!

I am 15 months out of having my vsg. I have fallen off the wagon and do not know where to start over again ???? I am down 93 pounds but I know I could have lost more. I've lost interest in exercising and doing 5ks. I feel like I've let not only myself down but my family as well. I just need some encouragement and I at this point, I do not have it. I hope maybe someone out there has had the same experience (unfortunately) and could give me some help or advice ????

Hi, I'm wondering if anyone has tried the Arbonne protein shakes post-op?

On Monday I finally made the step towards starting this process. I met with Dr. Michael Seger in San Antonio, Texas. We discussed several options but decided on definitely going with the gastric sleeve. He feels like I am a great candidate for the surgery. Now the painstaking part slogging through insurance begins. Apparently my insurance will require six months of documented dieting to allow me to move forward (as if I haven't tried everything in the last 50 years) but ok....I will play. The insurance has assigned me a caseworker and I am going to be conferencing by phone with her on Thursday evening for her to lay out the program etc. I will also be meeting with…

June 30. I am elated. Nervous too. I have wanted this for years and now here it is. All i can think of is the life ahead. Your stories have kept me going while waiting for word on my surgery. Lots of love for you all.

2 weeks out

Mine is scheduled for July 1st and I know it's the right thing to do but pain terrifies me! Fear of failure terrifies me! I feel panic attacks as I read stuff on the Internet! I am judged by those around me who say I am copping out and I just need to get off my behind. How can I stop from getting in my own head and questioning myself because I know if I don't do it now I may never get another chance?

I am going to 2 weeks this Thursday from my surgery. I am currently on puree stage. My question is as follows I have my meals and stop when I start to get the hip cup it's a sign that I am full but two hours go by and my stomachache is growling and it hurts as soon as I eat something it stops my pain goes away and my stomach stops growling. Sorry for the long post but does happen to anyone else? Thanks in advance for your input.

Today is day 14 of my post op journey. So far I have lost 9 pounds and I am two ounces from 10 pounds. I feel like I am not losing enough, that I am not getting enough calories and I am struggling with the lack of calories. I have been consuming under 500. The lack of energy is real. I literally feel like I am going to pass out. I don't venture far from home because the last thing I want is to pass out in public. I figured my lack of calories was not helping my energy level was trying to up my calories to at least 800. I managed to get to 700 one day. I tried baked chicken thigh and a cube of baked potatoe. I got three bites in and frankly between paranoia and what I now…

I have a gastric sleeve on March 10 since that I was lost about 60 pounds, but since last most I'm only lost about 8 to 10 pounds and last week I GAING BACK 5!!! I'm so worry because I'm not eat more then 600 calories per day and I'm keep stock in this weigh!!!please help me

Just got changed and my IV put in! Wish me luck ????

I am getting so nervous. Praying that I have the strength to do this for the rest of my life. Any good advise?

Hi Everyone! First some background- I started my journey with my first pre-op appt in sept 2014. I was 221lbs and 5'2". Had to do 6 months with nutrition for my insurance company. I lost 20 lbs in those 6 months and insurance approved my surgery. I was sleeved on 3/16/15 and surgery day weight was 201. On my 3 month surgiversary I weighed in at 156 lbs. I never took my measurements but wish I had. I went from wearing size 18/20 pants to wearing a size 10. Shirts were size 2X now down to a large shirt is wearable and a medium is better but slightly snug. I don't go crazy with exercise. I figured it wasn't sustainable for me. I try to at least workout 3x/week either I wa…

Hello I was sleeved June 8 and everything has gone great so far. I have been feeling so good but the last 2 days I've felt very very tired and scatter brain can't seem to pay attention to anything for more than 10 minutes. I'm going to try mashed potatoes tonight! Anyone else feel like this?

Hello! My name is Rhonda and I am in the first stages of seeking a new way of life. I have my first doctor's appointment July 6 and I am so looking forward to getting closer to getting sleeved! I have BCBS of IL (ID# XOF) and was told by BCBS my surgery is approved contingent upon a medical review. My BMI is at a 47 however, I don't have diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, etc., all the illness that have been associated with being over weight. What are they looking for to grant approval? Will they approve my surgery? I am so scared they may deny it! Then what will I do? I've always dealt with my weight fluctuating, yo-yo dieting and finally,…

Hi, I'm new to the site and have started to read some of your journeys. My name is Kim, 39 years old, married with two boys. My oldest is 17 and youngest is 5. My family is very supportive of the decision to have VSG. I've struggled with my weight since I was a child and it also runs in my family. Out of 7 siblings, only one is not over weight and he had VSG done about a year ago and looks wonderful. I've made many attempts to lose weight on my own. With having PCOS and really bad arthritis in both knees, I haven't had much luck. I would lose about 15-20 pounds only to turn around and gain those same 15-20 pounds back again. My weight and PCOS prevented us from g…

This weeks marks five months since my lap-band surgery. After so many attempts to lose weight. So many yo-yo diets this has finally paid off into a road to better health and a longer life. In exactly, five months I have lost a total of 88 pounds and 12 inches on my waist. At first, I was truly skeptical on this working and being able to consume only 1200 calories a day and be full and stay healthy. All I can say is this had met all my expectations and it has worked above and beyond. I have about another 50 pounds to go and as many of the older posts that I have read. The remaining pounds are always the hardest. I say bring it on!!!! Wish me luck!!!!

Hi all! I haven't been on for a while, as I've been very busy living life and LOVING it! I hit my goal weight several months ago, and am now actually 25 lbs. below my set goal weight! I feel fantastic and want to pay it forward, therefore, I have started a Blog! If you'd like to check it out, you can find it at kellyshrinks.weebly.com Best of luck to everyone and I hope you are all doing wonderful!!

Hi, my name is Amber. I had my gastric bypass on 6/10/2015. My starting weight was 266. The day I came home from the hospital I was up to 277. Thanks to the extra fluids I had to get to be able to urinate. I am now twelve days out and weigh 253. I have been doing pretty well with my fluids and protein. This is the hardest thing I've ever done in my life. I have to admit years ago I was one of those people who said it was the easy way out. Boy was I wrong. I know with each day that goes by this was the best decision I have ever made. Good luck to us all..... We deserve it.

Having surgery July 11th... I start a new job 6/23, so I will have to take off work. What should I do?

Hello everyone! I hope everyone is doing great! Me, ehhhh. After two knee surgeries I am ready to get back on track and restart the success! After my knee surgeries I was not able to do the walking and bike riding that I love so much and was my main exercise after my sleeve. Unfortunately I regained about 20 pounds. It is hard to admit that but it is the truth and my first step to reclaim myself. I still ate right, for the most part and did not overeat. I just did not exercise. No excuses, just didn't do what I could have. I used my knee as an excuse I guess. I am happy to say I have restarted my walking...pushing myself at times. I have started hiking again w…

Hi I am 4 weeks post op sleeved 4/28/15 down 23lbs and loving my sleeve . I am allowed by my surgeon to do more than just walk at 6 weeks post I am planing on returning to the gym but I would like to know how long did it take you guys to do crunches ab workouts ... The thought of it scares me Its like I don't want anything near my stomach area please help

I am now going through the process of getting all of my paper work completed for surgery while also meeting with my nutritionist (6mos) process. I have a goal to loose 10 lbs but it's harder than what I expected it to be! I NEED HELP ASAP.

Hello! I'm Rocket and I'm here for the support and resources. I've been overweight almost my entire life, I have done everything I can think of to lose weight, all those fad diets, pills, drinks, shakes, etc. Nothing has really worked for my in the long run. I am an over-eater and addicted to food. I've considered weight loss surgery for several years now. I've done a ton of research about what type of surgery will be best for me. Unfortunately my insurance does not cover the costs of bariatric surgery so I have been "forced" to result to paying on my own. I know several people who have taken the Mexico route and I feel this is the option for me. I've saved up the requi…

I'm 5 days post op and I'm ready for real food at least puréed I'm starving and I'm getting tired of these liquids.. Any suggestions?

My doctor wants me to start strength training along with the cardio I have been doing at the gym. Now that I am down 50lbs she doesn't want me getting tons of loose skin and she says it will help me keep losing weight. Any suggestions on what machines to use? Never done anything but cardio machines and I don't wanna be doing the wrong machines...thanks!!

I am new on here. I am trying to understand this process my body is experiencing. I had surgery 6/16 with a starting weight of 228. I now weigh 216.8 (6/21) I did not expect this weight loss. I not complaining please don't take it that way... I just thought I would be losing 1-2 lbs a week. Am I doing something wrong? I am stage 1 with protein shakes. I am drinking 60 oz and getting all my protein grams and vitamins.

Well ...I'm excited, and nervous my date is this Thursday at 1:00pm ....I'm looking forward to my new life...and I JUST LOVE EVERYONE'S BEFORE AND AFTER PHOTO'S its gives me so much encouragement!!

Hi, I'm Cassidy, Cass for short. I'm 30, I had rny gastric bypass in Dec 2014. I started out with a bmi of 53.1 and a weight of 339 I'm 5 feet 7inch. I've always had trouble with my weight. At 16 I started to balloon up and it never stopped. I've tried diet after diet, eating right, working out. Was never able to lose more then 20 pounds. I had thought about weight loss surgery years ago but I didn't have insurance and thought about going to Mexico for it but couldn't afford it with being a one income family. Finally got insurance that would cover it and I went for it. I knew it was something that I wanted to do. I jumped through ton of hoops to get everything done for my…