HoosierGirl

WAY TO GO!!!

CONGRATULATIONS! Walk walk walk! Hope you have a good night's sleep!

Nope...I had toes painted too! They were pretty relaxed about things at OCC. In fact, the nurses didn't pester me the night after surgery...actually got a really good night of sleep.

WAY TO GO!!!!

Good luck! Let us know how you are doing afterwards! Sending prayers and good vibes your way! Hugs....

So excited for you! Let us know how you are doing....sending prayers and good vibes your way!

OMG - thought it was just me! Yes, I belch when I have eaten one bite too many...and I am GLAD to belch as it takes some of the "feeling too full" pressure away.

Woot woot! All the best...let us know how it goes!

I AM SO EXCITED FOR YOU!!!!! (BTW, I wore a full face of makeup into surgery and no one said a word! Nor did they complain when I was post op insisting that I go to the bathroom to wash my face before bed!!! LOL...high maintenance!) Prayers sent up for you! You are going to do GREAT!

You are going to do great! (Even with all your parent's help! HA HA!) Be sure to update us after you are on the sleeved side! Will be sending prayers your way...

Thanks for posting!

Thanks for posting!

Hi Nikki! I was sleeved in February and am down 77 lbs! Hope I can help or offer suggestions. I think the mental changes that come with this physical surgery are the most challenging part of all this. Totally get where you are coming from. For me, it was a big buzz kill to no longer be able to socialize with food. Plus, it's expensive to go out and eat when you cannot eat much. Then there are the occasions when you want to eat, but cannot. Over time, your feelings will change and your choices will change. In some ways, your friends will change. Have you had the experience yet of watching how much the unsleeved can eat? Have you had the feelings of embarrassment and disgust? Really believe your success with the sleeve is mental. The pre-op diet is mental, staying on the post op diet is mental and making the changes stick are mental. Hit me up with questions anytime!

Hi Nikki! I was sleeved in February and am down 77 lbs! Hope I can help or offer suggestions. I think the mental changes that come with this physical surgery are the most challenging part of all this. Totally get where you are coming from. For me, it was a big buzz kill to no longer be able to socialize with food. Plus, it's expensive to go out and eat when you cannot eat much. Then there are the occasions when you want to eat, but cannot. Over time, your feelings will change and your choices will change. In some ways, your friends will change. Have you had the experience yet of watching how much the unsleeved can eat? Have you had the feelings of embarrassment and disgust? Really believe your success with the sleeve is mental. The pre-op diet is mental, staying on the post op diet is mental and making the changes stick are mental. Hit me up with questions anytime!

I like profile stalking. Makes me feel "cool". Thanks! LOL

I like profile stalking. Makes me feel "cool". Thanks! LOL

I'd tell her that you cannot go bike riding as you will be home eating carbs...but you noticed that SHE could really use the exercise and don't want to slow her down. And I would take every opportunity to critique her diet choices too. What is wrong with some women? And supposedly our friends? Come on... (OK yes I have PMS and feel unusually mean today. Please send all negative people my way and I will recalibrate them.)

I'd tell her that you cannot go bike riding as you will be home eating carbs...but you noticed that SHE could really use the exercise and don't want to slow her down. And I would take every opportunity to critique her diet choices too. What is wrong with some women? And supposedly our friends? Come on... (OK yes I have PMS and feel unusually mean today. Please send all negative people my way and I will recalibrate them.)

Oh that is exciting! Will have my fingers crossed for your approval!!! You are going to ROCK this surgery!!

Here are some random suggestions: 1. Who do you know (a person you see often) that would be an accountability partner to support/encourage your diet & exercise? 2. Do you use MyFitnessPal to log everything? You should check it out, it's helpful. 3. What if you baby stepped your way back to healthy diet? Setting small goals that get you back to a good diet. Like today I won't drink my calories. Or my goal today is to get 60 G Protein. Tracking calories, protein, etc? 4. Is there someone who would commit to exercising with you? 5. Don't beat yourself up! 6. Focus on making your next food choice a good choice for your sleeve. Don't worry about anything beyond the current meal. You know what to do. You have successfully lost 60 lbs and that is a BIG deal! Really, if you got serious, you could lose the next 60 by spring. You can do ANYTHING you set your mind to. My two cents. Go go go!!!

You know, going to Tijuana, having 80% of my stomach cut out, eating 800 calories a day for a year and literally exercising my ass off was SUPER EASY! I took the easy way out. Yup. That's how I roll. You keep coming here for support! Tell your boyfriend to get on board or get out of your way. This surgery will change your life! I don't hold back. I tell everyone. This surgery has been nothing short of a miracle. I have more control than ever. Keep at it! You are are going to do great!

The before and after are stunning! (Even hunched over a bit) Glad you are feeling well and you look fantastic!

Dr. Ortiz did my sleeve in February. I would recommend him as I had no nausea, no pain - just post surgery discomfort, and really liked his nutritionist. You can read all about my surgery experience on my blog www.hoosierfatty.wordpress.com Like you, I thought it was hard to sift through all the information about different surgeons and appreciated all the info I could get. But I will say, there are several very good surgeons in Mexico. I think Dr. Garcia is good too. So, do what is comfortable for you. Oh, Dr. Ortiz has many YouTube videos I found helpful. (Unsure if Dr. Garcia has the same). Good luck!

As a former "really bad cramp" girl, since I have lost the weight, my periods are shorter and less painful. Hope the same is true for you!!!

Hope you are feeling well! (The skin pics were cool and freaky all at the same time!) Looking forward to seeing your results. How has your pain level been and your ability to move around? Do you feel that you have needed a lot of help during the first few days after surgery?