Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories

Woke up this morning and got on scales and YAY I LOST 50 lbs!! Not bad since I was banded 12-12-12. Maybe I can hit my goal of -85 by summer!! Sent from my iPad using LapBandTalk

Thinking I should have had the rny now instead of vsg. 6 months out only 50lbs down since day of surgery. GRATEFUL N THANKFUL

Today I was very excited I got out of the shower and the towel touched around my body like it went all the way around and touched the other side LOL. AND I bent at the waist and tied my shoes ( I used to have to put my foot up on something to tie them or leave them so loose I could slip them on tied. I am very excited! This sums it up for me...............................

Something really significant happened at lunch today at work. I was eating my half of a tuna sandwich and chatting with my colleagues when another colleague came into the kitchen with leftovers from a late St. Patrick’s Day celebration happening somewhere else on the floor. I’m not a big corned beef and cabbage fan so that was not a temptation,but the big crockpot full of mac and cheese….well that’s a horse of a different color. Except that this time,when asked if I wanted any, I was able almost automatically, to say thanks but no thanks. And it wasn’t to look good in front of my friends…it was understanding that the satisfaction of losing weight was more important than t…

One Of My Favorite Quotes!! Stupid Is As Stupid Does!!! (Forest Gump)

Yep. It happened. By far, my best NSV so far. I was pulled over today for failure to use my turn signal. I handed him my info and he stood there looking confused but didn't say anything. (This happens a LOT when people see my license which was at my highest weight) he walks back to his car without saying a word and a couple mins later another patrol car pulls up. They both get out, talk for a minute and walk over to my car....long story short, they thought I provided 'false identication to a police officer' I explained that I have recently lost about 80 pounds and dyed my hair. Luckily I had my passport in my glove box, and the photo was taken a out half way to goal. …

My most recent NSV is discovering that I can walk down a flight of stairs with more agility!

It's official!....I no longer need to shop at Lane Bryant! I was in Nordstrom Rack today with a friend and where do I head as soon as I walk in the door - PLUS SIZES! And then I picked out about 10 tops in a 1x...my friend kept telling me - you are NOT a plus size anymore! But in my mind I still am (was) and I took the clothes to the dressing room. YEP - they were all too big! And shockingly not just by a little! I was shocked and very surprised! Do you mean to tell me that I can go back to looking and shopping in "regular" stores! Talk about a great day and incredible NSV!!!!! Wwwoooooooo-hooooooooo!

You are welcome to look over my profile, or old posts, etc. or ask questions blindly. I just want to offer a chance to ask questions - candid, to the point is ok. If it is really too much I will blush quietly and decline to answer, lol. PS - yes I know how to spell...but I can't correct the topic title...

Friday was my 12 weeks post-op. Lost 50 pounds since day of surgery. Didn't have to do a pre-op diet. This is the smallest I've been in years. Please excuse the poor picture quality and lighting in the "after" picture. I don't normally look all red and glowing lol!

And the first time I've worn a tank top comfortably in over 5 years 154lbs from my highest of 276 5'8" 21 years old Binding tummy underwear and an elastic tank Size 10 pants Just some of my flab - Kaylee Ann ~ Surgerversary 6/11/2012

Hello Everyone!! I'm compiling a list of questions that I want to ask my surgeon pain our first meeting. I don't want to forget anything. So, what were questions you asked you surgeon? OR wanted to after the fact? Thanks :-) Sheena

One of my co workers took this pic last week at my birthday celebration... as you see they found me the smallest cake in the world. But when I looked at the picture I noticed there really is a space between my legs which I have seen before but seeing it in a casual pic is pretty eye opening. I know I have lost alot of weight... but as crazy as it sounds... sometimes I cannot wrap my head around it and still feel like the biggest girl in the room. I am trying hard to think like a thin person and I am not looking for sympathy so if you think I should shut up and pound sand I get that. At 5'9" and 153 lbs, wearing a size 10 shoe.... I am not petite... and I never …

I took 10 months, but I am finally in "one-derland Congrats to myself.

With the average EWL expected with gastric banding being in the 50-60% range, so many variables among WLS patients and doctors' pre and post op protocols, how do you measure your success? For me, it's pretty cut and dried: I followed my doctor's recommendations for diet (exercise, not so much), was cautious with fills and let my band do it's job. Weight Loss) year 1, 60 lbs, year 2, 10 lb (lots of problems), year 3, 20 lb so far. Clothing) starting size 26 4x now 16 bottom, L/XL top. Shoes 9.5 now 8.5/9. Bras 42DD now 38G(!) I don't need seat belt extenders on airplanes! I can walk a mile I walk by mirrors and wonder...who is that person? My knee and back hurt LE…

Happy to report that today I weighed in at 179.8. As a 5'5" person that brings my BMI to 29.9 - officially OVERWEIGHT instead of OBESE. Looking forward to reaching HEALTHY at 149 or BMI = 24.8 And then a bit more to reach mid-healthy range.

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Started at 280 lbs. Lost 82 lbs. I regained 47 lbs after a year, then lost it by following Weight Watchers and walking usually 3 miles/day. I still feel restriction, but head hunger and the ability to overeat soft calorific foods makes it difficult. The good news is my weight has been stable for years. For the first time in my life, I don't have to buy new clothes every season. Don't get a lap band unless you're willing to do the work.

Woohoo! All my blood tests results were normal; cholesterol, hemoglobin, liver function, kidney function, glucose etc. My BP was down to normal (111/80). She is changing my meds to a lower dose and I will see her again in 3 months. Last time I saw her, I weighed 267 lbs and today 221 lbs. What a good news to end my very busy work day.

Has anyone come across their friends treating them different after losing weight. I have four close friends that haven't said a word to me regarding my weight loss. Sometimes it just means more hearing it from your close friends.

for my 3 month followup. All is going well. I feel great, yada, yada, yada. She let's me know that if I wanted the surgery today, I would not qualify. BMI too low and no co-morbidities. :-) What was once a huge fear, is now music to my ears. Hope everyone is having a great day!!

The subject says it all! I began my journey on November 1st, and this morning was -50! I'm very excited, and feel like I'm on the right track!

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I'm only 3 weeks out, but today was a day of reckoning for me in my closet. I've had clothes I bought a while back I had planned to get in to, but never did, we're talking 2-3 years ago time frame. I bought some really nice Ralph Lauren shirts, and some boot cut jeans, not the relaxed boot cut either, wife loves my butt in them. I also had an awesome Magellan button down shirt I got on clearance at Bass Pro, always wanted to wear the shirt on the lake fishing but could never fit in to it. Today I was curious. I started with the jeans. Size 42. I sat on the bed and slid one leg in, good so far, the other, and then all the way up. I have room in them. They're now b…

Hi All, I didn't really come back to this forum after I got rolling with my band. I want to report that I have lost a total of 148 lbs and in 20 days I will hit the one year mark. Things have been great. I haven't had a fill in months because I no longer have insurance and I am underemployed. However I am still doing great. Do you guys have questions for me? I'm not really even sure what to say about my experience other than I did exactly what I was told by the nutritionist. The only thing I wasn't able to do was I did start smoking again however everything else I have complied with. I'll tackle the smoking next!

My friend just txt me a picture that was taken last February and I didn't even recognize the person I saw in the picture. I know it didn't happen overnight but what I saw in the mirror everyday wasn't what I see in pictures from that time in my life. I'd love to se everyone else's "who is this person" pictures. Where did you come from and how far have you come

Today I have lost 100 Pounds. That is mind blowing! I am over the moon and beyond the stars. Happy Dance! WHOOT!!

Hello; I'm four days out and feeling pretty hungry. Anyone feel similar?

I was recently approved for surgery on April 2, 2013. I completed me pre-op testing which included an upper GI. The upper GI revealed transient pylorospasm. To sum this up it means that your stomach cannot empty as designed, due to a thickened valve. This causes abdominal pain and vomiting. I'm freaking out because I was amped to have my surgery on April 2 but instead I will be getting scoped! I pray that this pylorospasm is mild and surgery will occur ASAP. ****Thanks in advance for your support.

Well I have to say I'm truely amazed at my wieght loss so far. I am 54lbs down since surgery and 77lbs since I started the pre op diet on December 28th. The first pic is 2 days post op and the second is today 2 months post op. It's a great start to my new life!!

This week I will have my one year surgiversary!! It seems like just a few months rather than a year! Please don't get put out with me when I tell you that the decision to be sleeved was absolutely the hardest part - everything else has been really easy since. I am fully aware my experience has been a blessed one! I was sleeved on March 14 of 2012, and hit goal around New Years. I am maintaining easily and can eat almost anything I want. I feel so much better, I get around so much better, I walk quickly, I sleep well. I am just so happy! I truly feel 30 years younger in one year's time. I have regained my interest in girly stuff such as clothes, makeup, hair, wh…

So, I had a little break up with my scale and as of January 1, 2013, I have been avoiding it and measuring success on different levels. I do not plan to use the scale as a measuring tool until I hit my 1 year on April 24th. So, I started training for a 5k. I am now up to jogging 20 minutes straight. While I may not be the fastest or the best looking runner, it is an accomplish. Working on endurance right now, then speed. Haven't picked an actual race yet, but I will do this! Tonight, while waiting for my one basset to finish his dinner so I could let the puppy out of her cage, I was messing around and stretching and realized I can bend over and touch my toes! Oh …

I am in the early stages of the lap band process. Anticipated month of surgery is July. I want to start now, adjusting to the after surgery behavior. I am finding it hard to take smaller bites and chew thoroughly. my fear is it this behavior will continue after I get the surgery and I wont lose any weight, any suggestions?

Hey sleevers, I will be sleeved on Thursday. YEAH! However, I am confused with how much Calcium citrate I should be taking. My doctor says 3,500 mg/daily. But when I read about what others were told to take, it was no more than 1,500mg daily. WHAT ARE YOU GUYS TAKING OUT THERE?! PLEASE HELP! Taking to much calcium or not enough will result in major health problems. Thanks. Dynamitetee

We are coming up on 3 months post surgery for both of us (3/19/13)- Mrs down 62 and Mr down 100 Best thing though - is more energy and feeling better over all. Wishing continued success for everyone and most of all better health.

I hate the protein shakes or the bars I need help what are other things I can have for protein intake. I had my sleeve on jan 21 and I've lost 35 lbs but haven't have much protein and am not really loosing much weight.

I have only told my husband and one friend about my surgery. I am now 2 weeks post op and someone from work has invited me out to lunch. How do you handle this? What do you say?

What exactly is considered a slider food and how can you tell it's a slider? Just curious; I keep hearing about the dangers of "slider foods".

the before picture is at my friends wedding. I can't believe this is what i looked like, i never want to look that way again.

I'm now officially out of plus sizes...yea!

I know that title seems really strange...but the other day I stopped by a dept. store and realized that I had "crossed over" from the larger women's sizes to the "regular" women's sizes. When I started this journey I wore a size 26W...I was able to put on a pair of capri pants in a size XL (and was still able to breathe). I still need a 1x top...but my bra size has also gone down 2 sizes. I decided to post here because when I tried to tell my husband about this amazing feat he just ignored me. I know all you girls understand and wanted to Celebrate with those who understand that a 10 size difference is HUGE. Stepping off my pedistal now...

I'm still seeing a team of Dr.'s...all on a 4 month rotation...I try to book them all on the same day to make my schedule easier.... So today...I see My PCP at 8am, then my Podiatrist for my Insurance paid pedicure and foot massage (diabetes) ....then my Endocrinologist...wish She would release me, my A1-c's have been holding steady well under 6.0, last was 5.6 with NO MORE MEDS or INJECTIONS...I don't even check my sugar anymore..... I also have my Cardiologist today...very routine but the the waiting room always scares me straight!...Soooo many very sick people.....every Obese, smoker should sit there for 1 hour....that will make you wan to go to the gym if noth…

I can't believe I finally get to say/think "my surgery is THIS week"! Wed to be exact. So excited! Today was my first day on clear fluids only. Been doing (eeer, attempting) full liquids for the last 7 days. Today was better than expected. The SF Italian Ice are super yummy. Also made some loose leaf tea, had some broth, water, cup of apple juice, and I'm allowed black coffee with sugar substitute. Honestly had a lot of energy. Felt good. I'm so excited!!! No doubts at all and very little nerves. Anyone else out there ready to go?!?!

At 2.5 weeks I'm down 20 pounds! I figured everyone was over exaggerating, so blessed I never take one pound of loss for granted. People think oh it's so easy you just sit around and wait for the wait to fall off! Yeah right it takes work no matter what. Good luck to everyone in there journey! Rebecca

6th day out and wondering if things are normal. Should my steri-strips have fallen off by now? Can I stop using anti bacterial body wash and go back to dove?? Is yogurt considered liquid??

I was banded on January 16, 2013 and I am halfway to my goal weight as of today. This includes the 12 lbs I lost on the pre-op diet. I am so excited, and I just had to share. Hope everyone else is doing well.

I was banded on 7/30/12 and have come down from 378 to 259 since than. I have been reluctant to get on this forum because I have not had any sticking or any of the issues I read about here. I had one fill just because I was curious and I am at 3.8 with a 15 band. Did not notice any difference after the fill. I am religious in logging in on my fitness pal and try to stay under 1,200 calories. I don't measure my food, just guess on it, except cereal in the morning, Kashi go lean with added blueberries. I am thinking of having a fill in May to see the impact. I don't want to gain anything because I feel so much better.

I keep saying this to myself over and over! I am roughly 11 weeks out and have lost 30 pounds. Which I know is fantabulous!!! However, No one has said anything to me yet about noticing anything, which is a little disappointing I must admit.

Yesterday was my 6 month Surgiversary and I am so thankful! I began this journey April 2012 and had my surgery on September 14, 2012. I began at 225, I'm 5'3 and was praying this surgery was the answer! What I have learned is that the surgery is the tool, but I am the answer. I definintely could not have done it without the sleeve because I really feel like it gives me the power to stay with the good habits I have been establishing and helps keep me on track. I have also learned that it is still important for me to track everything I put in my mounth on myfitnesspal, and as long as I focus on Protein first, then veggies or fruit and drink drink drink I will be a succ…

6 MONTHS OUT BUT ONLY 50LBS DOWN. A HELLA LOT OF INCHES LOST AND STILL FIGURING THIS SLEEVE THING OUT. 6 MONTH DR. VISIT SOON TO COME. HOPING BY THEN I WILL HAVE THE 1ST 60LBS GONE. I HAVE BEEN STALLED FOR A LOOOONNGG TIME. NOT PLEASED RIGHT NOW WITH THE AMOUNT OF WEIGHT THAT HAS COME OFF. HOWEVER HAPPY THAT I HAVE HAD THE VSG AND IT WILL BE MORE PROMISING AS TIME GOES ON. IN THIS 6 MONTHS I HAVE BEEN BLESSED TO NOT HAVE HAD ANY PROBLEMS. THANKFUL AND GRATEFUL THAT GOD HAS BLESSED ME MORE ABUNDANTLY THAN I WOULD OR COULD HAVE EVER IMAGINED. SLEEVEDANDBEAUTIFUL