mirav79

Wow! Can you tell me how you posted a new topic? I have a couple of questions and can't figure out how to do it

Sure. You just need to go to Forums down below and from there select 'new thread' from the top right hand corner. Hope that helps.

4 months post-op & 50 pounds lighter. What a difference. I posted a picture from our Disney Cruise exactly one year ago and a picture that we took just last week. I couldn't be happier with the results and still have more to go. Truly the best decision I have ever made!

DOS: 243 lbs/ Oct 3rd

Today: 204

Total lost: 39 lbs...so close to onederland, can't wait!!!

The first pic was taken last year somewhere in Oregon. I was over 400 lbs. The second was today...248 lbs. either way I've got my trusty sidekicks Wrigley and Junior. It's been great and I could not be happier about the results. There have been some tough times but nothing that wasn't worth it. I've followed a pretty basic and simple plan. Eat as much Protein as I can. Workout every day' date=' and mix it up. I don't do the same thing 2 days in a row. Make it fun. Drink as much Water as I can. Stay away from things that are going to tempt me. And if I have a bad day, or miss a workout or eat something I shouldn't, I don't feel bad. If I stall for a week....or 4....no problem. I still do what I need to do day in and day out. Eventually good things will happen. I'm healthier than I ever thought possible. I got life by the tail.

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Great job! Thanks for sharing.

I didn't know they had Internet access in Heaven?!?

Lol! Very funny

Sleeved 10/09' date=' 55lbs down, many too go but happy with the results so far, 20lbs pre-op! It's been a bit tough but it's finally coming off. Not the best pics but oh well![/quote']

Awesome you look great!

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I agree with you' date=' the entire staff at SSF Kaiser was great. I am having some pain hopefully not for long. Going to try my Protein shake today. All I've had so far is Water.[/quote']

Just hang in there. It takes a few days to adjust and get use to everything but its the best thing you could ever do for yourself. Congrats and I wish you a speedy recovery!

I couldn't eat anything until the day after surgery. Not to worry though because you will not feel any hunger. For the next 2 days I was on a liquid diet (just broth, Jello & tea/water). From day 3 until my 2 week check up I was on stage 2 of the liquid diet which included yogurt, mashed potatoes, creamy Soups and a few other items that I can't remember but they should all be in the handbook Hope that helps a little.

I'll be going in to Kaiser in South San Francisco on November 21 with Dr Robert Li. Excited' date=' scared, lots of emotions. I go in for my final pre-ops next Tuesday.

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Best wishes to you. SSF Kaiser is known to be the 'Bariatric Guru'. Nothing to worry about. The surgery is only about 45 minutes and then the journey begins. Since Oct 3rd I've lost 25 lbs and couldn't be happier. It will be the best thing you ever did.

My BP was a little high so I stayed 2 nights but normally it's only a one night stay. I wish you all the best. I was nervous too but it really goes by quickly.

I'm scheduled for surgery Monday with Dr. Kyack. Has anyone else had their procedure done at South SF Kaiser? If so' date=' how was your experience?[/quote']

I was sleeved on Oct 3rd by Dr. David Le. He was amazing. I know the OR nurse that assists both drs and she says that they are both incredible. She mentioned that Dr. Khayat is new to Kaiser but that he uses a new simpler technique that the other drs have also picked up and it's been an amazing experience for all the patients. I can honestly say that I had a great experience and no complications whatsoever. Didn't have to do any pre-op liquid diets that many seem to mention here. Only a light dinner the night before the surgery. Best of luck to the both of you .

I was sleeved the 16th so I'm about 3 and a half weeks out. The one pic was taken about two days post op and the other was today at work . Please excuse the faces I was making at my husband

Congrats! You look really good!

Sleeved 10/3/12. Down a total of 36 pounds!

Congrats! You look great!

Sleeved on 10/1

Wow! Congrats. What a difference in one month . Great job!

I'm in east Texas

Cool! Nice to meet u. Best of wishes on your journey. Hopefully we can keep in touch.

Yay congrats to you too !! Thanks on the kitchen !! You can see in one pic there is no baclsplash and in the other there is . My hubby just did that for me this weekend and I love it he is so handy

I did notice that. It looks great! Where are u from if you don't mind. I'm from San Mateo, Ca.

Yay one month post op and down 25 that's inclusive of 2 week liquid but still .. I am happy

Great job! Looks like we've both lost the same. I was sleeved on Oct 3rd and have also lost 25 lbs. btw, I love your kitchen

you look great!!!!!!

Thanks

wow congrate hun..u dont like you weight

Thank you!

I'm 3 years out .. here are my pics

Very beautiful. What a difference in your face! You look great!

Starting weight 243

Today's weight 217

Happy! Happy! Happy!

I am not but I'll give a typical day....

Breakfast: Caribou medium iced latte 190 cals

1 turkey bacon mini egg ciabatta 190 cals

Snack: apple 80 cals' date=' 1 string cheese 90 cals

Lunch: 1 slice of toast with Peanut Butter and jelly 250 cals, 1 can of Soup 200 cals.

Snack: 12 baby carrots with dill dip 130 cals, 1 yogurt 150 cals. Dinner: 3oz of meatloaf with ketchup, 1/2 cup of veggies and a couple bites of potatoe, 400 cals. Dessert: real fruit bar Popsicle: 100 cals and popcorn 200 cals.[/quote']

Thanks for sharing. Sounds like my diet pre-op . Do you know if your doctor gave u a larger sleeve? I couldn't imagine eating that much but I'm only 4 weeks out. Btw, I thought we couldn't have popcorn !?!

I was sleeved yesterday. how long does your belly feel sore? Did you have trouble getting your liquids in the first few pre/ op days?

Congrats on the new sleeve. I was sore for about 4 days and then good from there. The Water intake was hard but I made it a goal to drink 3 16.9oz Water bottles a day by sipping all day long. You can add crystal light or Torani Syrup as they help make the water not feel so thick and heavy. I'm going on week 4 and its so much easier now. This week especially feels 'normal' for me.

For my weight loss I was higher than your average sleever.... 1200-1500 a day. 15 months out now' date=' maintaining goal for 7 months at 2000 cals. I don't count carbs, I don't eat low fat, or sugar free.[/quote']

Are you on MFP? I'd love to see your food journal if you don't mind sharing?