Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories

We I have officially been banded one year!!!!!:-) and what a year it has been. I guess I consider myself a lap band success story. I have lost a proximately 40 pounds since last year. my clothing size has gone from 20 to a size 12. my shoe size has gone from a 9 and a half to a size 8. is journey has not been easy but well worth it. I am proud that I made my goal in 1 year. my next and final goal is a size 10. which I hope to accomplish by august. as soon as I get my laptop back I will load my before and after pictures I think god for this website because it's really help me go through my journey. thanks lbt fam

I want to know....what do you all look forward to when the weight comes off? Here are my top 3. 1. Ride rides at amusement parks especially the scary ones! 2. Ballroom dancing lessons 3. Being healthy to have babies

I know in one of our other threads everyone was talking about their spouses. Anyone out there single? For me I look forward to meeting someone who will love and support me in my weight loss efforts. Wondering maybe a can find a sweet guy who maybe even had surgery himself. Onyx

But they were a litle loose 16s will be coming up soon. Excited since day of surgery I was in 24s and couldn't shop in old navy.

My closet is becoming empty. I had to go buy a new pair of jeans today, but when I realized I had gone down from a size 24 to an 18 I did a happy dance! Such a great feeling!

I have been in an intense Biotechnology course and preparing for job interviews and stuff.. So much so, that I haven't been stressing about eating, instead I've been living!! Working out 3/4 times a week... not snacking.... I find that when I eat until I'm satisfied at meal time, I don't need any additional food... my Water and meals keep me satisfied all day!!!... I dropped 3 pounds this week!! The scale didn't fluctuate much... Hallelujah!!! Have you guys ever paid attention to the amount of sugar in the fruity shots and cocktails we consume?? Got a reality check!! So, I'm limiting my "social libation consumption" to once a week when I DJ.. LOL.. Just wanted to say…

I have been jumping back and for with my weight from 200 to 202. I have currently lost approximately 104 lbs depending on how I fluctuate. Also lost 44 inches. I am proud of myself but can't get out of the 200s.

WelI yesterday my 10 year old son was leaving to go spend the night at his grandma's and when he was hugging me good bye he said wow mom you're skinnier already I can hold my other hand while hugging you! Best NSV ever! Made my day just had to share! I was sleeved June 4th.

For the first time in 15 years I buckle the airplane buckle ..no extender needed and actual put tue arm rests down!!!! Thank you sleeve!!!!

If I lose no more weight (which I feel like I will, if I want, but just, still...) would I consider this sucess? I have been thinking about it alot. I think the answer is actually not really a 'yes' or 'no' for this size, or weight. I think it is a need to be comfortable with the choices I have made, and the ability to recognize the tremendous changes I have gone through, and understand that at any given point, somewhere, the weight loss stops. I have not set a goal. I don't think it is a good idea to set a goal based on size or weight - anything really, until I can begin to "see" myself. I literally cannot look at myself in a mirror and see the changes. Somewhere in …

So I am getting in the tub...and I noticed THAT I DIDN'T FLOOD THE BATHROOM FLOOR. Usually when I get in it is like I parted the Red Sea...But not today folks!

Yesterday was my stepson's 9th birthday, so we took some pics and video of the festivities. I was nervous to check them out, but when I looked at the pictures and video, I still thought I looked "big," but I didn't feel like I looked "sloppy" and I wasn't disgusted and sad after looking. That's a pretty big deal for me--so yay!

I just want to take a minute and say how abso-freakin'-lutely AWESOME it is to see the updated pics that are starting to get posted, and profile pics that are changing with the 9-6 month crowd (kinda what I lump myself in at the moment) - We are changing so much! I want us all to be very prowd of ourselves, and feel really good! yay! Yay for US! For those coming our way, you will see this too! You will have this NSV too! Hugs to all in a really feel-good moment I had to share!

3 Months out and stuck at 55lbs lost. Really upset that no matter what I seem at a stand still. Protein check, fluid check, working out check. What am I doing wrong and when if ever will this 3 week stall give up. It makes me so sad. Help please

I went to the mall today to return an item, and while I was there I thought I would browse the ladies section and see if anything was on sale. I found a cute shirt, but it was an XL in the regular ladies section. I've been in the women's 16-28 section for quite a few years. Just for sh*ts and giggles, I tried it on and low and behold that sucker fit!! It wasn't until I was on my way home that I realized today is the 26th and I'm exactly three months out. So when I got home I decided to weigh myself to see where I am and I'm down exactly 40 lbs! My eyes nearly popped out of my head, because I am just getting out of a 6 week stall. For six weeks I bounced around the…

I took this picture about a week ago, and forgot about it as I was immediately distracted. I was looking through my phone and I did not recognize myself...this is kinda freaking me out...I have went from "I can't be that big" to "There is something wrong, it's elongated"...but its not. Its me... : ' )

As of today, I have lost a total of 102 lbs!!!!! I am down from 325 to 223. I still have a ways to go, but my next goal is to get under 200lbs. It is falling off much quicker than I expected. I was just sleeved 4.5 months ago. Since the surgery, I have lost 87lbs. I have gone from a size 30 in jeans to a size 16/18 and a 4x in tops to a XL. I feel so much better, but can't wait to lose the next 50-65 lbs. I hope to be at goal by Christmas. Just wanted to share my excitement with you all.

I bought a really nice pair of size 16 jeans in Dillards the month before I had my surgery as I thought when I get into them I will truly believe I have made a real change in my life post Gastric sleeve. I tried them on 2 weeks ago... still to tight to button up...this morning I saw them hanging in my closet and thought I would give them another try...I was thrilled and frustrated that they not only buttoned but were now too big! I really had thought these jeans would be a pair I would wear at least a few weeks or months. I honestly cannot believe they are too big, especailly in the legs and butt! Not complaining just shocked at how much our bodies can change in such a sh…

Before my surgery my BMI was 47.2 considered morbidly obese today my BMI is 30....just one point from no longer being obese and just overweight.....yay!!! I can't believe that! Just thought I'd share!! Sent from my iPhone using RNYTalk

Okay... I can hardly believe that it's been 6 months already!!! Seems like only yesterday I couldn't fit into a booth at Texas Roadhouse, but it's actually been over 17 months... Feels like I was just complaining about how my dumb insurance company requires 6 month medically supervised diet... but that's been 12 months ago.. and then I met my Sleevina... The past 6 months have been the most mentally engaging 26 and a half weeks of my life!!! It's been a challenge to get up each day and not be consumed by the RULES, but respecting them and not looking at them as BAD... but as parameters and boundaries that keep my Sleevina working optimally.... So, this journey is defini…

I am so excited and scared. Tomorrow at 11AM I go to the hospital for my sleeve. I have never had surgery before. My new life begins on June 27th. I have to say that I cannot wait to be able to actually chew food again. I feel like soft foods are just around the corner. I have done pretty well on my pre-op diet. I have not stepped on a scale, but I will find out how I did tomorrow. 306 pounds is a thing of the past. I am ready to be a huge loser. Thank you to everyone on the hundreds of posts that I have read. You all have inspired me and helped me know that this tool is what I need to do for myself. I love hearing what everyone else has been through. I real…

Today I finished my 3rd half marathon..... With an injury!!! During my 2nd, I injured my IT band (fancy name for runners knee). I've been with a physio to help resolve it and together ( with my pushing), we agreed that I could try today's half marathon if I was careful. The old me would have given up. The old me would have said if I couldn't do the whole thing, it wasn't worth trying. My thought process now is sooo positive! Yes, I'm going to try. Yes, I may get taken off the course. But I at least was going to TRY!!!! And try I did!!!!! The first 5km (3.1miles) was amazing!!! I came in under 30 min for the first time ever!!!! Then my left knee blew out again …

Well I went to dr yesterday for my post op visit. I am feeling so much better and doing better at getting my fluids in. Still struggling with proteins but working on it. Lost 30 pounds to date. I am super excited.

I have been having anxiety about gaining weight. I would be fine if I stayed where I'm at. I'm a size 8. But I even have bad dreams about gaining it all back. I think it's because all my other attempts have failed at weightloss. Is anyone else having these same dreams/ anxiety/ fears???

I had my surgery on 6/6....feeling good, hope I get to go home today

I stood there at the mall (which I rarely grace) and was looking at this very very cute miniskirt. . but hell it was only in a 16 R. . . errrr why don't they make these for us fatties! I, of course, wear a 18W. . . errrr!!!! so i walked away thinking whatever. . . something kept nittering in my brain though, "go try it on, what will it hurt, it will either fit or it won't" Good Lord OK brain shut up! So i went back, took the little cute skirt and went to the fitting room! WELL SHUT THE FRONT DOOR! The dang thing fit! And with some room to boot! I was so in shock! I looked at myself in that 20" skirt and said out loud "Well good for me!" I'm 3 years out and thought …

The other day I raced my son to the door at his school and almost lost my pants AND underwear... and it's at a church! Time to throw those into the donation pile! Size 14 here I come! =) Happy Friday!

Had another exceptional eating out experience. My server, was VERY helpful. I explained that I had bariatric surgery and could only eat about 4 ounces of food. She said that it was possible to order a Protein (I chose broiled flounder) as a side, with nothing with it as I can only eat protein. It was the perfect size and delicious. At other places I have asked for a 1/2 portion of the protein (if it is a large serving), with no sides. I have a card, from my doctor, that explains the situation with having surgery and only being able to eat tiny portions, but I've never had to show it!

Last week I hit my 3 month post op mark. I'm down 64lbs and I can't believe it!! I have my rough days still and I'm just trying to do me - the best way I know how right now! Last night I bought a pair of size 14 capris. I cried in the dressing room. The last time I wore this size was 8th grade - 16 years ago!!!! Here are my 3 month pics. The back photo amazes me most!! Thanks for the support along the way.

To All My Sleeve Family: Am I the only one that is almost a year out, June 30th and have just lost 30 lbs, this is so embarrassing. I feel like such a failure.

OMG my emotions are all over the place , cry, cry, cry that is all I do. Going to GYN Tuesday morning.

My husband and I have our sleeve surgeries scheduled on September 7 with Dr. Umbach with Blossom Bariatrics in Henderson, NV. He does not have his sleevers stay overnight in a hospital, but in a hotel close by. Is this safe? Is anyone familiar with him?

4 months post op and I finally got a compliment. My neighbor said it looked like I'd lost a lot of weight.

Ok I am out with my family..and I fit in the booth at Rafferty's with room to spare..see the picture!!! I have never been comfortable in a booth at Rafferty's..shut up room to spare!!!! And I am having the side salad sans the potato sticks and cheese with egg and fat free dressing! This is truly a victory for me!!! I feel "normal". Sorry about the boob shot..but I can't suck those in..lol..not even sucking in anyway!!!

Hello, I just came across this sight. I'm totally new. Went for my seminor on Thursday. I've been thinking about this for years! I want a new life. Divorced for 19 years and now an empty nester, so I have to find myself again. Depressed because I'm so over weight. I don't go out, or buy clothes, etc. Basically I hide from life. I am so unhappy and I need a change. I know this is a lot of work. After researching this seems like it is a good tool. I need a jump start. Fortunately, my insurance does pay for this. It almost sounds too good to be true but I'm still not sure. I guess it's a little scary since I've hid behind my fat for some many years. What if t…

I started out at 320lbs I'm 5'11 I really had no issues getting my band or health issues with the band installed it was progressive really I would loss 5-15lbs in between fills then get a fill when I would hit a slowing point once I got down to 236lbs I enrolled in a excercise program a friend told me about called Hardcore Fitness Bootcamp ,if anybody is located in Santa clarita ca look them up.Since starting my 6 month tour I have drop down to 207lbs however I no longer keep my eye on how much weight I lose however how much body fat I drop, when I started I was at 36% I am currently at 18.4% I also went from 12cc in my band to 5cc 1month ago.i have taken control of my h…

I'm packing for my trip and came across some old summer shorts from 2010 and OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HOLY MOLY! I compared them with some shorts I bought last summer 2011 after hitting goal. All I can say is THANK YOU GOD FOR MY SLEEVIE!!!

Hey everyone .... I have been on this site A LOT over the last year through my journey. I spend hours reading inspirational post and tips from others. It has helped me do much in times of need. July 7 will be my one year and so far I'm loving my new self. When I started is was 312. As of a few weeks ago I was 183. I have struggled over the last month with loosing and Im getting frustrated. My goal is 160 .... Sooo close!!

Don't know what the scale says but I'v gone from a size 18 to a size 14. Super excited after 10 weeks.

Just over three months out and hit Onederland this morning! More than halfway there now! Woohoo!

Will the day finally came. This morning at 10AM I was sleeved. I woke up with pain around a 6 and they quickly got that down to a 3. Rested in my room most of the day and started walking around 4:30. I have been on 4 walks so far, each one farther than the last. Pain is down to a 1 - 2 and thats with only using my morphine pain pump every 45 minutes to an hour. Walking is getting easier too, that first walk was horrible but now it's not bad.

I'm down another 4 pounds. Been stuck at 2 pounds a week since week three, 30 pounds down!!!!!!

Bought my first skirt that is above my knees in over 8 years. went shopping and got sa jean skirt that is just at/above my knees. all the other skirts i have owned in the last 8 years have been calf or ankle length. I was just so excited to wear my skirt today. This is my first clothes purchase since surgery just to happy to keep it all in.

Went to the dentist today and I actually fit in the chair! No hanging over the sides anymore! WooHoo!

Hi! I had a Lap to RNY conversion on Wednesday. The surgery was scheduled for Tuesday, but the anesthesiologist pumped me up with too much gas & they had to try to do the surgery the following day. I was an add on patient for Wednesday. The procedure was supposed to be strictly a laparoscopic surgery. I noticed when I came home that I have 10 lap sites & 1 open incision on my left side. The site is puckered in VERY deep & looks like a huge/wide/ scary roll with sores inside of it. The "sinkhole" is completely disproportionate to my body. I didn't know if this was normal. It's extremely painful & I am so upset. I'm not trying to complain. I am …

Yes I know...I'm a little late on posting...I was out of town on my 5 month surgiversary so I am posting now...I will admit, this has been one heck of a ride..Expecially the first month or two...That was the hardest. But it has all been well worth it..I have a ton of NSV's. I feel SOOO much better and my confidence has sky rocketed. I had the worst self esteem ever prior to surgery and I wouldn't say it is great now but it is a heck of a lot better. I am getting frustrated with the hair loss and can't wait for it to stop. My nutritionist says it is the worst between months 3-6. So I am hoping it will slow down soon as I have lost over half. I am currently down 8…

So, my one year is not until tomorrow, but I'm just so excited to post my results!!! Before (2011)

I always use the same "before" picture because I never really photographed myself when I was at my heaviest weights; which at times fluctuated up and down between 313 lbs. and 295 lbs. I never thought I would get out of that slump and thanks to my sleeve I have been able to accomplish so much in a little over a year. Last year, before my surgery, I wondered if I would ever get out of the 200's. My surgeon told me that the sleeve surgery didn't guarantee 100% weight loss of my excess weight, and I was o.k with that because I figured any weight loss is better than none!. However, I did wonder if I would even make it below 200 lbs. It's finally happened for me!!!!!!!!!…

Wow I'm currently 2.5 months out, I've just been amazed that now I can tell my face shape. Before my face was just fat I was never able to see the structure in my cheek bones. I'm loving every second of my sleeve.

I went to my first Zumba class tonight...what a blast! I totally felt like I had two left feet but cant wait for the next class! Hopefully this will kick the weight loss into high gear!