Margie122

I haven't had time to read all the replies but this is my .02
I don't understand why people feel it's ok to shame, bully, humiliate, tease, or be downright cruel to overweight/obese people. It's like because we/they are fat we must be lazy or immoral or stupid.
If people could just treat each other with kindness and respect...!
Sorry about the rant but it seems like fat people and smokers are the last two acceptable groups to insult, etc.

I haven't had time to read all the replies but this is my .02
I don't understand why people feel it's ok to shame, bully, humiliate, tease, or be downright cruel to overweight/obese people. It's like because we/they are fat we must be lazy or immoral or stupid.
If people could just treat each other with kindness and respect...!
Sorry about the rant but it seems like fat people and smokers are the last two acceptable groups to insult, etc.

I haven't had time to read all the replies but this is my .02
I don't understand why people feel it's ok to shame, bully, humiliate, tease, or be downright cruel to overweight/obese people. It's like because we/they are fat we must be lazy or immoral or stupid.
If people could just treat each other with kindness and respect...!
Sorry about the rant but it seems like fat people and smokers are the last two acceptable groups to insult, etc.

I haven't had time to read all the replies but this is my .02
I don't understand why people feel it's ok to shame, bully, humiliate, tease, or be downright cruel to overweight/obese people. It's like because we/they are fat we must be lazy or immoral or stupid.
If people could just treat each other with kindness and respect...!
Sorry about the rant but it seems like fat people and smokers are the last two acceptable groups to insult, etc.

I haven't had time to read all the replies but this is my .02
I don't understand why people feel it's ok to shame, bully, humiliate, tease, or be downright cruel to overweight/obese people. It's like because we/they are fat we must be lazy or immoral or stupid.
If people could just treat each other with kindness and respect...!
Sorry about the rant but it seems like fat people and smokers are the last two acceptable groups to insult, etc.

I haven't had time to read all the replies but this is my .02
I don't understand why people feel it's ok to shame, bully, humiliate, tease, or be downright cruel to overweight/obese people. It's like because we/they are fat we must be lazy or immoral or stupid.
If people could just treat each other with kindness and respect...!
Sorry about the rant but it seems like fat people and smokers are the last two acceptable groups to insult, etc.

I haven't had time to read all the replies but this is my .02
I don't understand why people feel it's ok to shame, bully, humiliate, tease, or be downright cruel to overweight/obese people. It's like because we/they are fat we must be lazy or immoral or stupid.
If people could just treat each other with kindness and respect...!
Sorry about the rant but it seems like fat people and smokers are the last two acceptable groups to insult, etc.

I haven't had time to read all the replies but this is my .02
I don't understand why people feel it's ok to shame, bully, humiliate, tease, or be downright cruel to overweight/obese people. It's like because we/they are fat we must be lazy or immoral or stupid.
If people could just treat each other with kindness and respect...!
Sorry about the rant but it seems like fat people and smokers are the last two acceptable groups to insult, etc.

I haven't had time to read all the replies but this is my .02
I don't understand why people feel it's ok to shame, bully, humiliate, tease, or be downright cruel to overweight/obese people. It's like because we/they are fat we must be lazy or immoral or stupid.
If people could just treat each other with kindness and respect...!
Sorry about the rant but it seems like fat people and smokers are the last two acceptable groups to insult, etc.

TXTina you look great!!!!

Like it or not, the scale is a big part of weight loss surgery. It holds you accountable and lets you know when you’ve been doing well and when you’ve lost focus. But when does the scale get too much power over you? Should you weigh yourself every day?


You need to find what works best for you, but for most people, once a week is enough. If you weigh yourself more often than that, you can drive yourself crazy. You might find yourself focusing more on the number on the scale than on the healthy eating behaviors that are letting you hit those numbers. It’s okay if you want to weigh yourself more often than once a week. Just make sure you don’t take every day’s weigh-in too seriously.
Your Body Weight Goes Up and Down Naturally
If you’re not careful, you could end up giving yourself quite a scare when you step on the scale. That’s because your body’s weight goes up and down with normal fluctuations. Even if you’re losing weight, your weight could go up temporarily because of fluid retention for many reasons.
You ate a lot of sodium (high-salt foods) in the past day.
You got dehydrated and your body is now holding onto water.
You ate a big (heavy) meal…which shouldn’t be happening after weight loss surgery!
(Women) time of the month – your menstrual cycle.
You’re wearing heavy clothes.

How to Weigh Yourself
Did you know there’s a “right” and a “wrong” way to weigh yourself? If you accidentally weigh yourself when your weight is on an “up” fluctuation, the number you see could be pretty discouraging.
Here are some tips for getting a trustworthy number when you get on the scale.
Weigh yourself first thing in the morning.
Wear only light clothes or weigh yourself without clothes after getting out of the shower.
Do not wear shoes to weigh yourself.
Choose a certain day of the week to weigh yourself for your “official” weigh-in.
Take a second before you step on the scale to think about what number you expect based on how well you did in the past week.

What to Expect from the Scale Post-Op
Everyone’s weight loss surgery journey is unique and unpredictable, but you might experience some of the following during the first year after WLS.
Very fast weight loss in the first two weeks post-op – from 10 to 30 lbs.
A stall during weeks 3-4 as your body catches up.
Some weeks and months of steady weight loss from 0.5 to 2 or more lbs. per week.
Some stalls of 1-2 weeks or more with no weight loss.

Using the Scale to Prevent Regain
The scale may not be as exciting once you hit maintenance, but it can still be helpful. While some people put the scale away, others continue to use it for regular weigh-ins. But how seriously should you take the number? Fluctuations of a couple of pounds up or down are normal, so there’s no need to worry about little changes.
You might want to take notice if your weight goes up by 5 lbs. above your goal weight. That’s when it’s time to take a good look at your diet and see if you’ve slipped up in any of your habits. Are you still taking small portions, eating protein first, and avoiding junk food?
The scale is one of your best tools for losing weight and keeping it off, so make the most of it! Using the scale properly can help you monitor progress and stay motivated. Just don’t take a single reading too seriously. Your eating decisions and healthy behaviors are way more important in the long-term than a single number on the scale.

Hi. It's looking like I will be a September sleever. My last appt with the sleep doc is on 8/6. I changed my final NUT 1 hr visit to that day too. After that they submit the paperwork to my insurance company. The surgeon said it could take up to 30 days for them to hear anything. Even if they hear in a week or two I'm sure with vacations, etc. I'll be looking at September. I can hardly wait I'm so excited to get this done.

Hi. It's looking like I will be a September sleever. My last appt with the sleep doc is on 8/6. I changed my final NUT 1 hr visit to that day too. After that they submit the paperwork to my insurance company. The surgeon said it could take up to 30 days for them to hear anything. Even if they hear in a week or two I'm sure with vacations, etc. I'll be looking at September. I can hardly wait I'm so excited to get this done.