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I went to a consultation at some fitness/herbal place that helps with different things like weight loss, toning the skin, body modification, acne, etc.

Anyways i heard that they do pre-op detoxing to help surgery recuperation and they do different treatments post op.

The lady who consulted me had some nerve to tell me not to do it. That I will regret it. That everyone that she knows whose done it has suffered. That I will only lose 50lbs with the sleeve and that most likely i'll gain it right back. I'm like wtfudge?

She tried to convince me out the surgery telling me that I should just do a 3 month package for $1750 that will help me lose weight.

And that she advises me to do it for a year... SERIOUSLY????????

At this point its all about the money for them.

I feel like people will keep doing this. Has anyone else experienced something similar? And what was your reaction? Thanks!

lmao at your auto correct lol congrats!!! I heard non scale victories are the best!

Hey ladies,

I just want some tips on how i can help tighten my skin after surgery.

Also, I would like to know if you lost your shape/curves after losing all the weight.

Thanks ladies!

Do you train post-op people?

nice outfits without a girdle!!!!!!

I've been with my guy for almost 5 years. I'm terrified that when it comes to being intimate, my excess skin will be a problem or he'll be turned off by it.

Also first dates is not about going out to eat. You can do a lot of fun stuff like bowling, movies, skating etc. By the time your on your 3rd or 4th date,you'll be able to eat like normal ppl lol. And when you go to dinner make a smart choice on what your going to order THINK not only that you've been sleeved and you don't want to lose weight but you want to stay away from food that will make you sick or give you bad breath. Good Luck!

Buy his favorite treats, and start training him by saying no when he tries to jump or lay on you. This is something to ask your doctor and your dogs vet.

I have a pomchi who likes to sleep on top of the pillow over my moms head and when she hears anything or someone knocks she jumps on top of her on pull speed to jump off the bed. When my mom had surgery on her shoulder/arm she laid next to my mom and sniffed and licked the wound. She knew something was wrong so she was very low key. Of course now that my mom is all better she's back to normal lol. Good Luck!

Every place is different. It all depends on the doctor, your insurance, and medical history. I know a couple of people that have gone to several offices at a time to see which place gives them less exams or has less office time meaning they won't be waiting 3 weeks for an appointment.

yaaaaaaa congrats!!!!!

First off congrats... second i know a couple of people who became preggo after surgery... one lost weight after she gave birth the other lost but then gained... but she wasn't eating the right things (she hides recess cups, butterfingers, snickers, etc under her bed).

For now just worry about being healthy for you and your baby. There are a lot of posts on here of women who've gotten preggo a few weeks post op. LASTLY, DONT BE SCARED... doctors tend to put fear on us but remember science only goes so far.... This happens everyday so just seek advice from those who've gone through and try tp do as your gyn and doc and surgeon tell you and CONGRATS!!!!!

Hope you can sue that IUD company!!!! I think i'll stick to the pill lol... remember things happen for a reason! Good Luck!

Try eating 6 times a day...

7 am Big Breakfast

9 30 snack

12 00pm BIG lunch ex: Large chicken salad and a Soup on the side

3 pm Snack

6 pm dineer

9 pm (1 hour b4 bedtime) snack ex: Yogurt

Snacks can be: zip lock bag with 2 hand fulls of your favorite Cereal and grapes or berries, etc

oatmeal Cookies

fruits

1 sliced apple with a little honey on top

hummus

yogurt... plain or add grains, oats, granola, fruit, (whatever you like)

peanuts

popcorn (no butter or salt)

Eating every 2 1/2 to 3 hours will keep your body full and will make your brain realize that your eating all the time.

This way you have Snacks in between all ur meals... also if your going to eat something fatty like carbs eat it at lunch time because (assuming that you won't be laying down all day) your body will burn lunch as the day goes by. Good Luck! and hope this helps!

Hey everyone!!! Thank you so much for giving me some piece of mind. After positing I realized (after reading what I wrote in my head) how stupid that would be.

I read everything you guys had to say and THANK YOU for not criticizing me.

About 4 nights ago my honey and I were coming back home from the movies and I told him that I wanted to get the surgery done, (including that I was kinda thinking of not telling him until days before or not at all)

Told him how I felt about people knowing my business and how i rather tell them in my own time, told him that I've done most of my exams, and my concerns about the whole surgery....

He's wonderful. He told me he's 100% on board and that he will be there every step of the way, even told me that if my insurance doesn't cover it I can get it done with his insurance when we get married. Surprisingly, he actually talked to me about it... i thought he'd be like "ok thats cool... want to go grab a shake?," or something to avoid the conversation but we talked and it felt good.

I ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO TELL THE PEOPLE THAT THEY LOVE AND KNOW THAT WILL SUPPORT THEM.

He told me he'll always love me no matter what... I'm glad u told him! I wouldn't have had the courage w/o you guys!!! so THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And good luck to you all!!!!!! :wub:

That must have been awful!

Be honest. One time my husband had surgery for one thing and actually had two surgeries at once. When he told me afterI felt my heart fall int my stomach. All I could think was why couldn't he tell me???

Love that quote by Kyle Cease

Okay....I just did a little man dance over this.

I can see your point lol.... That's defintiley an argument start.... "well you got wls so I leased the new tahoe" omgosh!!!! That wouldn't be cool at all lol.

Bingo. Here comes another man's perspective as well. If I was dating you (or anyone else) for five years and we were doing good and I knew you were thinking about doing it, I damn well would wanna know if you were gonna go thru with it. Especially since you state that you think he would support you 100%. Why would you not?? I think that if you don't tell him you would do more damage to your seemingly good relationship than by telling. I really don't see the problem if all is good between you two. It would make me think twice if you didn't tell me. It's a major thing that you're doing and he would probably wanna be involved. Oh and if you didn't tell me until afterwards, I don't wanna hear anything about the new truck or boat I just bought either! LOL.

Thanks. I never really thought about it that way! He helps me so much now. I can imagine when I get surgery. Thanks for ur comment.

Your going to need him. For support and when you come home. It ain't easy!!! If I didn't have my husband helping me for a week. I would not have made it. Helping get you up off the couch. Go the bathroom shower get out of bed. All if it. Believe me!!

Awww that's wonderful. Your most made me emotional. I'm sure he'll supportive. And I think I should tell him soon. Your guy is wonderful! I wish you two the best of luck and you good luck with your weight loss!

I told my guy after I had already decided I getting sleeved. I didn't know where or when it was going to happen' date=' but I had my heart set on it. I had a physical and came home from that sad and depressed. I shared with my BF how miserable I was and how hopeless I felt about doing WW again. He listened to me and said "how about getting a lapland?" his coworker had success with that. I couldn't believe he brought up WLS! I tol him about the sleeve and that I was interested and felt it might be my last hope. I shared my fears about the surgery, my shame about not being able to do this on my own, and the pain I'd be holding in. He finally said, "let's do it!" as if he were having surgery too! I am Si thankful for his support & I appreciate his ability to keep a lid on it as I havent shared this with many others.

My advice is, be honest about your reasons for choosing sleeve. Make him understand how important it is for you. I'm sure he'll support you and your request for privacy. Good luck![/quote']

Thank you so much for sharing with me. I wish you guys many more years to come!

I've been with my BF for 3 years & I was hesitant to tell him at first too bc I wasn't sure HOW to word it. We live together' date=' but I'm not close with his family myself. I basically just one day said, "ya know, I'm sick of hurting...." he thought I was breaking up with him!! Lol My only request from him was that he not tell anyone until I was sure this was going to happen. He's been a lot more supportive than I expected, & I'm glad I didnt hide it like I originally considered. (btw...we talked about that once & he said he'd have been so hurt & probably would've seriously reconsidered our relationship)

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I know someone who lost too much weight (went from 273lbs to 125 lbs- w/ lap band) and doesn't look like herself! But she feels good and thats all that matters. I know a girl who did the gastric bypass and was at almost 300lbs and is currently at 220lbs... but she got preggo a few months after surgery and now she can't lose the weight.

lol thanks for sharing!!!! How did you tell him if you don't mind me asking?

I have been with my BF for about the same ammount of time, when I first told him he was kind of shocked and was worried. He was against it at first, but I told him its my choice, I have to live in this body and explained to him everything, he came around and has supported me 100%. I am so glad I have had surgery and he is also, I can do so much more things and not get winded and be in horrible pain.

P.S. Sex is so MUCH better! haha

I'm Dominican so I am going to give you advice from my family and friends point of view. First of all it is very cheap and easy to get work down out there but you need to weigh your options because if God forbid something goes wrong all they care about is $$$$$ and they will leave you out to die you don't have money to cover your medical expenses vs. here they will do anything they can to save you. Plus here if something goes wrong you can sue. If something goes wrong out there your screwed.

Now personally I recommend that you explore your options and you know we all know someone whose gotten work done in D.R., so ask around and do research. There is a famous guy his name is Franlkin Polanco... they call him Dr. Popola because he does vaginal facials too lol

Also speak to your doctor because I've heard of a lot of doctors that have done tummy tucks and lifts for their patients after wls.

I wish you look on picking a surgeon! And Girll!!!!! You let me know who did it so I can do the same after i lose all these lbz!

Are you concerned about losing too Mich weight or barely losing any?

Under my settings...

I've been very picky about who to tell because people begin to give there opinion when no one asked for it. It is annoying and its a chain. you tell one person and half your fb friends will know by the end of the week. I dont care that people find out about me having the surgery after i've had it done.... but right now it is a sensitive subject and i really prefer to keep it between my close friends and family and soon my bf.

I didn't tell my in-laws because I didn't want them to judge me. My husband had to tell them once I left for Mexico. They have been very supportive, but I am upset with them because they went around and told EVERYONE!! I didn't want to tell people because I didn't want to be judged. What if I fail?? I don't want people watching what I eat and think, there she goes again.... I'm more likely to tell a total stranger that I've had the surgery. I do NOT discuss it on FB, only a handful of friend know I've had the surgery. I think mostly because I don't want my friends to know how big I've gotten over the years.

Congratulations on your surgery and your weight loss!!!! I'm afraid that will happen but its part of life... either he takes it or he leaves it and we have to think about ourselves because we need to love ourselves before loving others!

I hope you and your guy can work things out! Good Luck!

I was in the same situation as you. I told my boyfriend while I was completing the insurance requirements, and he became so difficult about the surgery, that I felt I couldn't deal with it anymore. We broke up a few weeks before the surgery. Because we don't live together, I was able to focus on the journey without having to worry about what he was feeling. This was about me getting healthy, not about his insecurities. We started dating again, but it hasn't been easy.