ReadyNewM3

Hola soy de Nicaragua, tengo 20 años y desde siempre fui gordita, no tanto pero soy de esas que subia y bajaba subia u bajaba llegue a estar bien delgada y rebote todo el peso y pues ya me canse de tratar de todo las dietas y siempre fui super extricta en mis dietas y ejercicios. Soy bien deportiva a pesar de ser gordita (198 lbs pese antes de la operacion) tengo buena resistencia y corro igual q una delgada pero me encanta comer mucho entonces aqui varias amigas me recomendaron hacermela y vi como a ellas les a ayudado entonces no lo dudo que a mi tambien me va ayudar.

Hey! What's going on??? New low bmi sleevers??

Ty! This is so hard for me....

I would like to know if anyone here has the same situation. I have 35.2 bmi, diabetes, hbp and gallstones. ...so I need to remove my gallblader too...Can anyone share experiences or advise please??!

Hi, I live in MA and my insurance is Neighborhood Health Plan with Masshealth...I think it's the same insurance..? Well, if it is, they don't require a 6 months of supervised diet, just the normal requirements.... Bmi of 40 ( no comorbidities), or 35-39 with one comorbidity. You need a referral from your pcp for your first surgeon appointment. ...I'm waiting the insurance approval! If you have any question let me know! Good luck!

I love hearing all your stories. I'm just starting this process. I scheduled for my educational meeting this week. I've been really concerned about not being approved because my bmi is 36.2 with sleep apnea, acid reflux and long history of back issues. I'm happy so many of you have been approved and happy with you decision.

I was 3 months out on 12/18....my surgery was on 9/18
High weight: 199
Surgery weight: 177
Today weight: 137
The better, no diabetes and hbp meds!!

I was 3 months out on 12/18....my surgery was on 9/18
High weight: 199
Surgery weight: 177
Today weight: 137
The better, no diabetes and hbp meds!!

I was 3 months out on 12/18....my surgery was on 9/18
High weight: 199
Surgery weight: 177
Today weight: 137
The better, no diabetes and hbp meds!!

Hi! Nice to see u here, good luck in your surgery!!! I had my surgery in St.Elizabeth's Medical Center - Brighton with Dr. McCluney, 2 months ago...a great surgeon...!

Checking in!!!!!
My surgery was 10/30 and I am down 27lbs since I left the hospital. But I lost that right away. I went 2 weeks with not a pound of loss...freaked me out. I just started losing again two days ago...But I know I am smaller, my pj's that I wore home now fall down around my ankles ...Lol! I tried on 2 pair of jeans that are 12's and they fit me...tight but they fit. That's 3 sizes down from a 18...My BMI was 35.7 so I was told I would probably lose slow..my knees are already starting to feel better and I'm just so excited. I love my sleeve..it's noisy and sometimes it's not very cooperative but I love it!!
Good luck to you!!!

Two pounds away for my goal!!!!
But happy on my way...
Start weight: 152
Goal weight: 142
Today weight: 144
Happy Thanksgiving Day!

Two pounds away for my goal!!!!
But happy on my way...
Start weight: 152
Goal weight: 142
Today weight: 144
Happy Thanksgiving Day!

Two pounds away for my goal!!!!
But happy on my way...
Start weight: 152
Goal weight: 142
Today weight: 144
Happy Thanksgiving Day!

Sleeved 9/20
SW : 174
CW: 157
Goal: 145
Very very slow but I keep telling myself it's because I'm close to goal. Iv been stalled for about 5 weeks though and I'm getting pretty discouraged.

Well, I didn't make my goal, but this was my first challenge and I am still figuring out how my weight loss with the sleeve. Down 10 lbs in 4 weeks, so I am still happy with that!
Today's weight- 220

Report from yesterday,
11/21 147
Still fighting!!!

Report from yesterday,
11/21 147
Still fighting!!!

Nov 14 - 148!

Well guys im almost 2 months out and feeling pretty good about it ive lost 41lbs, dropped waist size from a 38 to 36 but im pretty sure i fit in a 34 because the 36 still fits loose but since i havent owned anything sized 34 since wayyyy back when im not sure lol, also dropped a dress shirt size same deal with the pants but everything goin pretty ok a little hickup with the speed of the weight loss but i honestly havent been working out yet because i need to sign up to my gym again and havent been goin jogging due to crazy tropical rainstorms in my area mind you i live in the Dominican Republic at the moment. but today seems promising weather wise so i will probabaly go running with my dogs today.Well hope you guys have a great day.

DOS 283 5'11'
9/19/13
CW 253
48 days post op
Down 30 lbs
Yay!!!!
Morning all
A September Sleever here!
Have been following forums and getting lots of helpful information and encouragement!!!
Love having found this app!
Long journey... Started on a surgical weight loss journey back in 2008. I was banded, easy recovery, constant salvating from the moment I came to in recovery, but having quick weight loss results, made the sliming acceptable...
Lost a total of 123 pounds, made it to wonderland in 8 months time... Was for the first time in my adult life, feeling the same on the outside as I felt about me on the inside... Self respect and confidence were now a constant part of my personality.
My unfilled-Band started to really take away from my quality of life, it continued to tightened up on me, and i'd be continually running to the bathroom to throw up... in late 2009, had to have band removed...
Thought I'd be able to continue healthy eating and lifestyle without my band. I wasn't, and over the next 4 years 20 lbs a year re-appeared,
Finally, in 2013 my insurance covered the sleeve and I started my surgical weightloss journey again!
Brings me to today, my experience with the sleeve has been totally different than my experience with the banding. I love it!
No sliming!
Still healing and getting to know how best to nurture my new baby stomach, I have this little mantra and visualization of being giving the gift of truly being able to nurture and feed my little stomach lovingly, healthy, and with "all I need"...
This journey (for me) is just as much about changing my eating habits as changing my "need" to eat, needing to self comfort.
One of my unhealthy patterns was,
I found that I used food to quiet my mind...
there was a comforting "physical" quieting of my thoughts that happened with the very physical feeling of over eating. And, I used this very unhealthy coping skill, but most importantly, through much seeking (both in therapy and a journey through self help books) I was able to see how as a child, it was a coping skill that has outlived its need...
I apologize for such a long post, its just flowing, the sharing of my journey.
So, today, I'm still learning how to take care of myself, in healthy ways...
"Progress, not perfection".
Another of my self comforting thoughts.
I've had my share of "learning" on this journey, and find this forum so helpful!
Thank you to all of you who take the time to share your journey, both the ups and downs...
Y'all have helped me through some very difficult times.
At 48 days out, I am learning what I can eat and what I can't handle just yet (according to my food options), and have had to quiet my fears by saying, in 6 to 8 months I should be eating normally, both in food choices and smaller healthier sized plate.
I find it awkward to be ordering/eating such small portions of limited foods, while others can choose a variety of textures and seasonings... I tell myself this stage is healing, and is a necessary part of my journey.
I think about how good I feel now, and when,
I am able to look into the mirror and not need to look away... I can truly look into my eyes, see my person, and smile. God is Good, Life is Good, and I feel very Blessed.
Thank you again for all the love...

Hey guys, I got sleeved September 10th by Dr. Scott Steinberg here in Atlanta Georgia.
HW 365
Pre-op weight 360
CW 299
Down: 61 pounds
Got under 300 today. In my entire adult life I've only been below 300 twice. This is pretty awesome for me. All of you guys are doing amazing. Keep up the good work.
Hey, since were all around 8 weeks now did any of you notice that you're able to start eating more? A couple days ago I just noticed that I was able to eat more food.

---Thanksgiving Challenge Update---
So far we have a total of 35 people participating in the challenge and planning to lose a total of 347.3 lbs. I, for one, think we can do this! Good luck to all!!!