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So it finally happened ! After 1 year of appts 3 weeks of optifast and 23 lb i had surgery last Tuesday! I had to spend an extra night in hospital due to high heart rate and extreme nausea was finally released and im feeling much better . Im still sore and concentrating on getting my fluids in and my protein . Had my first bowl movement today too!(sorry tmi) it really helped with the bloating ! Im down an extra 7 lb since surgery which is fantastic! All get better keep it up everyone!!

I'm here checkin in surgery at 11am ... I'll give updated soon

Any July 3 sleepers??? Who with me??

Very nervous about it . Don't know what to expect . I never had any type of surgery so I hope I don't frick out

Hey everyone! My name is Amy and I'm 13 days post op, had RNY gastric bypass surgery 4/26/17. (with added bonus- hiatal hernia repair) I'm a single mother of four children currently living in Virginia, originally from So Cal. I am 1 year vegan for the animals and am having an interesting time figuring out pre op and post op nutrition options for myself. Just looking to make friends (I swear I'm not judgy lol) I don't know anyone else personally who has had any procedure like mine.

Day 9 went from 319 to 289. This liquid diet is rough but working. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N900A using BariatricPal mobile app

Feeling super sassy after this weight-loss! [emoji41][emoji1326]Thank you God for allowing me to continue this journey! For granting me another chance at life, a healthy life. Amen [emoji1317][emoji173]️

And I will keep pushing!

I'm 41 had my sleeve 6/22/17. My starting weight was 319 one week later I'm down to 290. I had severe nausea and couldn't stand the smell of food. After about day 4 I realized the nausea had a lot to do with I wasn't getting enough calories. Now that I'm getting more protein I don't feel as sick. The main problem I'm having now is heartburn and gas. And I'm not walking like I should. Trying to adjust to this new diet and feeling weak. My fear is the upcoming holiday 4th of july. We always have a huge family bbq at my house and I just don't know how I'll cope. Anyone have any tips on how to be part of the party when you can't eat or drink the same as your guest? Sent from …

I am in the waiting room talked to the anesthesiologist and surgeon is 30 minutes late. I hoped picking up my i pad might bring him . I am hungry and thirsty and getting uncomfortable. My journey to WLS has been very fast since I am self paying so I am very glad. I have been lurking OB bariatric pal but decided to post first thing surgery day. Hope to post in a few hours!

So I am new to the site, and soon to be new to the loser's bench! I started my journey this time last year and had my first appointment with my surgeon on 08/12/2016! It has been a long and bumpy road to get here. First, the guy that did my psych evaluation. He was nice and actually in the 5 sessions it took to complete a thorough examination, I think I learned more about him than he learned about me. He had me read over the right about and there was a lot of information was incorrect and had to be corrected. I finally got through those in September 2016. I for my insurance approval in November and was scheduled for 02/27/17! I also did my sleep study ?. T…

I weighed myself yesterday. I've lost 60 lbs. When I first started this journey, I broke down how much OVERALL I wanted to lose. Yesterday... I reached my first goal. Here's to the loss of the next 60 lbs... happy dance! Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi I'm Ashley! Surgery is set for August 8th. I'm more nervous about afterwards when I go back to work! Anyone else a nurse working 12hr shifts? Any tips? Sent from my SM-G930V using BariatricPal mobile app

278: 150: 190 these pics are a few years diff. First before surgery. Middle a few months after. Third is current. Trying to work and get back to where I was after surgery. These pics help me to stay away from sweets! I loved being thin, I felt like ME. i let my mind get the best of me over the past 2 years and gained back 40lbs. My surgery was 2012.

I went in to surgery on June 19,2017 thinking I was getting bypass surgery. My dr was unable to preform the bypass because my intestines were to brittle for her to do the bypass so my dr went ahead and did the sleeved. I had signed papers before hand stating that if she couldn't do the RNY that she could go ahead and do the sleeve. I'm completely happy with my sleeve and down 14 pounds in a week.

Hello! I'm a 39 y/o professional (I work part time), mom of boys ages 15 and 11, and army wife of 18 years. I was sleeved Friday and today is Tuesday, my first day on full liquids which is nice after just drinking broth and water. I'm grateful to say I've had no pain post surgery. This is my second bariatric surgery. I was banded in 2009 at 305 lbs. I got down to only 260 and stayed there until last fall when I finally went to the doctor that I had been avoiding due to my shame because I had been aspirating saliva almost nightly for a year and the acid reflux had gotten bad. They took out fluid and then I gained 10 + lbs quickly. I had the band removed in April and just…

I've got a new blog post up and I fit in my high school dress!! Check it out http://sticksandstones.blog

I am having my RNY surgery July 31. any advise. Sent from my SM-J700T using BariatricPal mobile app

So, today it feels real. I had my nutritionist meeting yesterday and, after a few weeks of everything feeling rather abstract I now feel like the ride has started. My surgery is on the 12th of July and I start my strict pre-op diet on the 28th of June, those are nice small tangible steps. I've started to make some changes already and happily I've lost 4kg in the last couple of weeks, with a little luck and a pre-op diet I should be below 50BMI before the op. Whilst that will save me some money the real plus will be the sense of direction and achievement it's given me. I feel like I'm in a good place, not quite zen like but still relaxed and positive. I've had a coupl…

Home on Thursday, woke up Friday feeling hungry ate three bites of jello with some added protein and I was full. I'm really gonna like this sleeve. Sent from my N9519 using BariatricPal mobile app

Orig weight: 278. Got down to 150. urrently 190. Goal: 145. I gotta say healthy eating is a lot easier when you feel your clothes getting looser! This morning I had scrambled eggs (I use ghee to grease the pan), a string cheese and a handful of blueberries. Lunch I have tunafish with shredded lettuce. Dinner.. is not thought out yet

I wanted to share this pic. The left is from August Surgery was Oct 26th If you are doubting whether to have this surgery.....just take a look No I'm not close to my goal but seeing change is so motivating! Do what's best for you but the results are amazing!! HW 268 SW 259 CW 227 6 weeks!!! Have a great day friends!! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App

Hi, I just passed my one year surgiversary and I wanted to offer up my thoughts on what this passed year has brought. My day of surgery weight was 285. My current weight is 138.5. I have read a lot of the forums and was surprised to see how many folks had regrets. I can honestly say I have none even though I had to have another surgery to fix an internal hernia and remove lesions. I feel blessed that I was given this tool, yes, it is only a tool. It is not a magical procedure that miraculously makes you thin and fixes all the problems in your life. Your struggle with obesity still continues long after surgery. The hard work really begins once you resume eating ever…

I had a sudden change in life when I decided, in one day, to go to Dr. Thomas and begin my journey for a Gastric Sleeve. I was excited and nervous and had no idea what I was getting into at the time. We discussed my options and decided on the Gastric Bypass to achieve my goals. I spoke to my wife and we watched hours of videos on surgeries and blogs, WebMD, etc. to learn about these procedures. None of the side effects were worse than not being able to play with my boys (10 and 12), mow the yard, be intimate with my wife, and just feel "normal" when going out. On Feb 7th, 2017, I had my gastric sleeve. I was at 412 lbs., and was scared I would never wake up. I did…

I had my surgery in 2012. Weighed 278lbs. My lowest was 150lbs. Currently I am 190lbs. I want to be 145! As this is my healthy bmi weight, being 5'4. Anyone struggled with regain? It is coming off very slowly, dropped 5lbs within the last 3 weeks. Trying to eat veggies fruit and protein and upping my water intake. I have a caffeine problem, i like coffee too much. Started using organic 2% milk. Any suggestions or tips welcome. My downfall for regain was sweets and bread!!! I have eliminated bread again and pretty much down to no sweets again.

Guys I've started writing all about my personal journey and how stick food has helped me eat more easily along with recipes. I've written about the emotions that go along with this experience you can find my blog at http://sticksandstones.blog I'm 6 months out from presurgery and surgery was 5 months ago. I've lost 130+ pounds. Please check it out and let me know what you think.

Hi everyone, I was approved for surgery and the date 7/5/17 is around the corner. I've researched a ton of information and I feel ready. Although, I'm getting a little nervous deep down inside. Just wanted to express myself on a forum where people have experienced what I feel. Everyone has been a big help and I can't thank you enough.

I'm so thankful for this site to be able to hear about everyone else's progress and experiences. It has definitely helped me though a lot of times especially in the first couple of weeks after surgery. I'm just over 2 months out from my surgery. I have those moments when I wonder if I've made enough progress or if I'm not doing well enough. There's no real guidebook to having weight loss surgery. I keep reminding myself to look at the positive changes since surgery. Yesterday I had an exciting NSV when I got to buy a plain XL shirt and some skinny jeans. Those moments are so exciting and always seem to catch me by surprise. I find a lot of times I don't really see the cha…

Im 8 days post op and I still have this nasty taste in my mouth. no matter how many times I brush. My water tastes horrible and it makes it hard to keep up with my liquid intake. Has anyone had this problem?

Started at 147kg Now at 88.5kg The smile says it all!

Please forgive me if I should be doing this elsewhere, it's my first post and I just wanted to introduce myself and say how happy I was to find this forum before my surgery. It looks like there is an overwhelming amount of information here that I will have fun digging into. I'm nervous, but excited. Can't wait to get this done. Hello.

6 weeks out yesterday and I couldn't be happier!! I don't have any pics yet but thought I would share some of my sleeve adventure for those on the same road or those considering this surgery. The Wins! 1) 17.1kgs down at 6 weeks out mark (37.7 lbs) 2) My fat feet/cankles have shrunk - down 2 buckles holes on the work shoes! 3) Fat clothes I hated being given away to charity 4) Fitting into clothes I haven't worn in easily 5 years 5) Energy levels are great and sleeping well 6) All this extra time in hand now to do stuff! I'm not eating or thinking about what my next meal will be or thinking about food at all really 7) Snoring reduced significantly 8) Had terrible heartbur…

Sleeved on 5/3/17 about to hit week 7. Went home from surgery at 230lbs and now I'm down to 205lbs. My stomach is my only problem area that needs to go. Anyone else have this issue and have any successful workout routines to rid of it??

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Hello, My name is Sabrina I was Sleeved by Dr. A in Mexico April 16,2016 I was 344 pound 5"8 as of today I am 208. Absolutely the best Journey of my life. No regrets!

33 since surgery, the rest was before that. This pic was before I started keto and my pre-op. I've been a little bit stalled, but I'm not sweating it too hard. I'm taking my surfboard out this weekend which is a big time calorie burner for me. So I don't think I'll be stalled for long. ETA: I was never able to fit in those pub chairs before (on the right). Whenever we would go to that court bar, I had to stand the whole time and just act like I didn't feel like sitting to save myself from being embarrassed. It feels really good to not have hips the size of a Chevy tailgate anymore.

First picture was taken on Jan 3, 2017 second one was taken May 29, 2017.

Surgery was yesterday at 9:30. Was not a bad day. Night was pretty long though. I think I strained getting back in bed. Make sure you keep up with your meds. And now I feel tired again. Will post more later.

I had RNY on 11/14/16 starting at 341. As of today I am 277. Although I have lost inches as well. I started in a size 4X pants and I'm getting ready to get into a 2X.

I finally got to my first nut session yesterday after having to reschedule the original meeting about a month ago. I can't wait to get this all over with. Sent from my SM-J700T using BariatricPal mobile app

Well people I am not proud of myself but I am 20 kgs heavier than I should be - I committed the ultimate sin for us sleevers and I grazed. It is now back on optifast to re-shrink my stomach and then play by the rules not break them or push them to the limit. Sent from my SM-N915G using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi everyone, I've been on this site for about six months now, but I've never interacted much. Having said that, every one of you have greatly helping me in making a decision about surgery. Original bypass was scheduled for June 21, but due to unforeseen circumstances, postponed until July 12th. Was really having second thoughts, simply because of all of the negativity from family and friends. I've finally decided to do what's right for me, after many late nights of watching videos and reading all of your stories. I start my pre-op on Wednesday, so I stocked up on yogurt, sugar free Jello, Premier protein drinks, and unflavored protein powder. So, any ideas what I can do w…

Its been 11 days since I had the surgery, and things are getting better. Had VSG 6/8, released from hosp 6/11, beginning wt. 241lbs, today 6/19 I'm 214lbs. How to eat although bombarded w wealth of info, is still a struggle. If I can live off popsicle, jello & applesauce I would. Sent from my XT1254 using BariatricPal mobile app

Hi been out of surgery a month now I have lost 44 pounds and lets say their have been some ups and downs that made me question myself if this was the right choice one was bad acid reflux which my doctor gave me pills started working out Monday going real good I been swimming twice overall I'm happy just can't wait to get back to the normal things

Lost 60+ pounds I need some suggestions on toning my arms ect trying to loose 15 more pounds Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

I have a question. I work in NYC in the fashion industry. I am constantly invited to happy hours and social events and everyone drinks like a fish in ny. How do I handle it now when I'm invited to a happy hour that I really cant refuse like my bosses birthday or a coworkers birthday? I am really nervous about this and dont want to be rude but I wont be able to drink ever again after the sleeve correct?

I haven't been posting here lately, been a rough couple of weeks (unrelated to WLS). Lost my job unexpectedly which sucked, but I started my own business and my wife was able to find work so things are looking up. And most importantly, as of this morning, for the first time in probably 25 years or more, there was a number 1 in the first spot on the scale! Down exactly 115 lbs in just about 6 months, amazing. Had my doctor's visit today and they said that the goal is to lose 70% of excess weight in 1 year, I'm at 80% down in 6 months, so they're very happy (and so am I!) Just felt like sharing!

41 pounds down in 5 weeks but I can't eat and feel weak anyone else

Hi everyone, just joined today and figured I would share a bit of my journey. I have always been overweight even as a kid I was always the typical "fat kid" and that never went away through my teens and most of my twenties. For the most part I was reasonably healthy given how heavy I was and my weight yo-yoed through the years as I tried several different diets, Atkins, calorie counting, Atkins again, low fat, low cal. You name it I probably tried it without any lasting success. Right around 3 years ago my weight really started catching up with me. I had high blood pressure that was resistant to medication, my joints were starting to wear under the pressure and my ba…

This is my story and Journey after having my bypass years ago-9 to be specific. It all started out with a huge hiatal hernia to be repaired. My surgeon recommend me to seek lap band surgery, as being overweight might not hold the hernia repair , and he told me it would be a real diservice to me if he did not advice me to do so. So, off I went to a weight loss seminar, and spoke with Dr. Gregory Schroder as to wether or not I would be a candidate. He felt not, as having the Nisson Fundoplasty could potenuate problems down the road. I so appreciated his honesty, and he mentioned a surgeon who performs gastric bypasses to see if I was a candidate. Immediately I was, despite …