Kiki Von Moonshine

Curious as to how that came into play with the psych evaluation? I have always wanted to see a psychiatrist for awhile, but didn't have insurance. Now that I have the time, I figure why not. So I would love to talk about my issues with my therapist but I'm debating on if I should wait until AFTER surgery. Lol. I intend on telling the psych what they ask, and being truthful etc., I just don't want to be denied surgery for over sharing if you know what I mean? Long story short, in regards to the surgery nothing I want to chat about has anything to do with surgery or anything I can see as a possible issue.

I'm just waiting now. How is everyone?

I will wait until I lose weight before I get any shots (EEEEK!) Prior to pregnancy it was near my monthly's then after they would come when they felt. Now that I'm a vegeterian they aren't as bad, and don't occur as often. I'd probably get them removed them if they came back. I'd start with one arm, because that just sounds like a painful surgery.

My c section didn't hurt. I do not know if it was my pain tolerance. After going through labor, which was the worst pain in my life, I think anything else was a breeze.

What is the reason water or other things taste different? Is it a physical thing for some, meaning the sleeve hurts or aches when drinking or eating certain things? Does this feeling pass years, later (question for veteran sleevers?) I dont mind sweets tasting different because I dont eat much of that my main concern is water. Thats my go to drink as well as my new friend crystal light.

I know it was something that I managed to find on Webmd, or one of those doctor pages. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hidradenitis_suppurativa Found it. Lmao.. Yea, since puberty I had these. The most problem area is under my arms. Took me years of researching and could not find this until I asked publicly in one of my facebook groups ( I am no longer in) but I am thankful I found the group.

Does everyone have to inject blood thinners into themselves after surgery? I can't even remove a splinter from my toe without it being a show.

Well I didn't ask the person, but it seems that water tastes different, so I am assuming that's what they meant. I don't know.

Not being able to drink plain water ever again, and how hard are chewable vitamins that it would be bad for the teeth? I got these questions (and probably more to come) from an interesting post in the Pre-Op section.

My doctor just offered removal of it. They only suggested heat compress. I'm thankful to my change in diet because they are not as bad. Weird thing is after pregnancy they got ten times worst, and were coming more often. After becoming a vegeterian, they don't come as often, but the pain is still an issue. I'm thankful though that it is in one particular place that is painful. In a nutshell weightloss is the only thing that is going to stop them from coming permanently, I would hope. I eventually learned that skinny people get them too. I thought all this tiime that I was the only person afflicted. Thanks for your thoughts.

Hi. I have had reoccuring boils since puberty, and for the most part they don't come as often do to some factors, however for me I know it's hormone/weight related. When I was 192, they were almost non existant. I recently was able to find the actual name of the condition (which has slipped my mind at the moment) but in a nut shell it stated that it's related to hormones, and stress. So, for those who had them before, did they stop once you lost weight?

Hi. Anyone looking to follow people that are pre-op or post op? Post your youtube channel here, your stats including height, and include the date you are/were sleeved. I didn't get a date yet, but should be sleeved this July. My channel is watchmeloseit2012. I am 5'6 284. I wish I could edit my signature but Lilypie won't let me. It's possessed, I think.

Thanks everyone.

What the hell is up with lilyslim?! I try and quote things and a lilyslim page pops up. ARGGGGGGH! Anywho.. How many classes did you have? I might not be able to sleep well knowing someone is watching me. I hope I forget. I use to do some embarassing stuff in my sleep. To be honest I do not even know if I stopped doing it. At the end of the day if the tech sees something oh well.. Hehehe. I probably will forget that they are there. I wonder if I snore??? A bunch of stuff is running through my head. Lol.

I can sleep sideways. I learned that after having my son. Belly sleeping was uncomfy. I am just curious as to if there are monitors on me in a way that I cannot sleep on my tummy or at least a side. I remember when I was in the hospital with my son those beds were in that elevated position. I mean I could sleep, but it was like sleeping in a chair. I would assume it's only for one night and it's a breeze. I'm going to google to see if I can get anything. Thanks PP. If my nutritionist can give me a free gym membership with babysitting, I could lose all the wait they want. Lol.

Can you describe what happens in a sleep study? Can I sleep on my belly flat? I am a belly sleeper and I can't imagine having to sleep on my back looking at the ceiling. I never done it. How many times did you see the nutritionist and what exactly should I expect besides what I would assume to be a conversation discussing what foods to eat, and trying to stay under a certain amount of calories.

My surgery is suppose to be in July.

You're impatient?! I have to wait until JULY! That should make you feel a but better. hehehe

My surgery is in July, and hopefully by next year July I should be at goal or close to. I don't know how my skin will be, but anywho, I do not want to have any more children any time soon, but I have heard it's best to wait until you are done having kids before having a tummy tuck. For those who have had babies after tucks, did it bounce back?

I wanted to say helly Peacheykeen77! You subscribe to me on youtube. Good luck on your healing OP. Take photos.

How much was it? Do they charge by the amount of time spent/size? I have a bunch.

You are so right about leggings. They grow and shrink with you. I think once I hit onederland, I'll buy some xl shirts, and some 12's and buy from goodwill ever even number size down in pants. I don't mind a little baggy. My goal is a 4/6. Hot topic is cool. I bought a cute hoody from them in XXL when I was 200 lbs. It was pink and had ears. I love it. It's still their waitng for me.

I'm looking for someone that started out near my weight that is a size 4 or 6 now. I would like to know how much weight did you lose to get to that size? With all the new vanity sizing it gets confusing, so I guess I'm looking for someone that is a H&M or banana Republic 4/6. I know everyone is different, and there are different factors including muscle composition, frame size ' I am also looking to friend or follow someones blog that either just started their journey, just had their surgery, or months out that was similar in weight. I like watching (if vlogging) or getting information from people that started out similar to my size. I'd say that I have a medium or large frame naturally. At 192, I was a size 14 in torrid jeans, and a 1X in torrid tops (I have a large chest.) 285 is my current, and my surgery is in July so I know I will be lighter by July. If all goes well I'd want to be somewhere 265 to 275. Anywho thanks. My youtube channel is watchmeloseit2012. Subscribe and I will do the same. Thanks.

I too love shopping! I am going to miss Torrid. At least I will have at least some time to still buy cute stuff. The sell from an xl/12 and up.

Hi all. I originally wanted a tattoo in a spot where there are strechmarks, but after googling that topic the mentioned trying a lasering of the marks, as well as microdermabrasion, and something including a blue light. Anyone try this and have been successful? I have old stretchmarks and I know that makes a difference in some treatments.