TexasJazz

I will be 9 months post op from the sleeve on September 16th and I've officially lost 60 lbs. I started at 239.7 and am now at 179.7. It's a struggle every day but slowly but surely I will get to my goal. I'm hoping for a goal of 145lbs but for now my mini-goal is 174 (doctor's goal).

So, I am 49 and 1/2. Which group should I be in----"forties" or "fifties"
Hmmm...interesting. I am holding on to my forties with my fingernails. I will go "gray" "old" whatever--KICKING and SCREAMING!

So, I am 49 and 1/2. Which group should I be in----"forties" or "fifties"
Hmmm...interesting. I am holding on to my forties with my fingernails. I will go "gray" "old" whatever--KICKING and SCREAMING!

So, I am 49 and 1/2. Which group should I be in----"forties" or "fifties"
Hmmm...interesting. I am holding on to my forties with my fingernails. I will go "gray" "old" whatever--KICKING and SCREAMING!

I think I also shrunk and inch because i was 5'7 now it says 5'6....sucks...lol

Hi drea
Good question. This is so new for me. I was just "sleeved" (is how I am reading to refer to the procedure) this past Monday 2/25/13.
I didn't have to do a pre-op diet except for 1day. The reason I was told was BMI at 37 & not BMI over 40.
I am hoping this is a good and safe place to learn and share.
Thanks for sharing your question

Awesome job
I am so happy for you--way to go! I know you feel better too. I can't wait. Thanks for sharing

Join BOTH!

Be encouraged. I am 14 days out and just 4-7 days ago, I felt the same way. Today is my first purée day. It gets better.

I'm 5'6" (I've shrunk and inch), started at 222 lbs (size 18) (had been up to 253/size22/24W) Now, 4 days post op, 2 days out of the hospital I am down to 211.4 lbs. Have no idea of size---still wearing as baggy as possible.

Hii tb21872, regaining control of your life is an amazing empowering feeling. thx for writing

I'm Almost 50.
I've been Heavy since 2003.
Obese since 2003.

The years between 2003 and 2013 were Mixed with periods of overweight, weight loss with Atkins diet, then weight gain to morbidly obese, at 253 pounds. Then, weight loss again to achieve overweight status with b-12 shots and appetite suppressants to now---once again---
obese. Battle-battle-battle

Obesity is in my family as well as diabetes & heart disease. I lost my father this past April to heart disease.

I have high blood pressure & I am borderline diabetic,
now I have new severe back pain and ailments coming out of seemingly nowhere.

But, the "nowhere" is bad health and it finally got my attention.

Researched options including lap-bands in 2012

Sleeved 2/25/2013

The rest of the story...will be Great Success (and I will keep you posted) through the support of my family, consideration of my clients and support from forums like Vertical Sleeve Talk. We were born into a community because we all need each other.

I LOVE what I do. I am a Licensed TX Broker & Realtor and I am the happiest girl in the world. I am ready to give more to my community and really live life to the fullest. I am very grateful for this opportunity and do not intend to squander it

My life goals:

To Breathe life where ever I go.
To Give the gift of encouragement.

To live with incredible passion so that "Life itself" continues to be THE most amazing lover I've ever had ! (Copyright)

I'm Almost 50.
I've been Heavy since 2003.
Obese since 2003.

The years between 2003 and 2013 were Mixed with periods of overweight, weight loss with Atkins diet, then weight gain to morbidly obese, at 253 pounds. Then, weight loss again to achieve overweight status with b-12 shots and appetite suppressants to now---once again---
obese. Battle-battle-battle

Obesity is in my family as well as diabetes & heart disease. I lost my father this past April to heart disease.

I have high blood pressure & I am borderline diabetic,
now I have new severe back pain and ailments coming out of seemingly nowhere.

But, the "nowhere" is bad health and it finally got my attention.

Researched options including lap-bands in 2012

Sleeved 2/25/2013

The rest of the story...will be Great Success (and I will keep you posted) through the support of my family, consideration of my clients and support from forums like Vertical Sleeve Talk. We were born into a community because we all need each other.

I LOVE what I do. I am a Licensed TX Broker & Realtor and I am the happiest girl in the world. I am ready to give more to my community and really live life to the fullest. I am very grateful for this opportunity and do not intend to squander it

My life goals:

To Breathe life where ever I go.
To Give the gift of encouragement.

To live with incredible passion so that "Life itself" continues to be THE most amazing lover I've ever had ! (Copyright)

Thanks Laura-ven
I really appreciate the welcome

Hi drea
Good question. This is so new for me. I was just "sleeved" (is how I am reading to refer to the procedure) this past Monday 2/25/13.
I didn't have to do a pre-op diet except for 1day. The reason I was told was BMI at 37 & not BMI over 40.
I am hoping this is a good and safe place to learn and share.
Thanks for sharing your question

SassySenior -"There are plenty of answers to your question ... just look!" drea0324 "maybe" she was having a bad day
didn't mean to say anything disrespectful,
remember we can't "see" through the computer to know how someone is really speaking
I think Sassy Senior hadn't had her bran/fiber yet - I don't "think" she meant to be rude
At 59, I "might" be classified as a senior citizen so its ok for me to say that
i try and eat my bran too daily while i'm sitting on the front porch in my rocking chair
back to question.........
my doc didn't put me on a pre-op diet
i kindof wish he (doc) had because i kindof went overboard with eating a few things prior to WLS - thinking i would never eat real food again
of course i could have put myself on liquids et al for a few days prior to surgery
i chose not too
it is a bonus to loose some weight prior to surgery - then you get a jump start on your weight loss
drea0325
please, please don't leave us
give us another chance
i can see what a smart NEWBIE you are - and your smiling face will be a great addition to our family
we are here to answer all questions from any/all sleevers
good luck with WLS
speedy recovery