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Surgery went great! I'm so excited to begin my new life!!!!

Hi all, so i'm one day off my 6 month anniversary and hopped on the scales last night and i've now lost just over 101 lbs, loving it, just hope the rest is as easy to get off now.

So, I went shopping yesterday for the first time in a couple of months. And I am proud to say that NOTHING was "plus sized". It was my first non big girl store shopping trip in more time than I can remember. And on top of that, I was buying Large shirts and size 10 jeans. I never thought that I would feel this good so soon. I am so happy! As many others say, wish I had only done this sooner!
If I feel this great at 5 months post op, I cant wait what the future holds!!

I am so proud to say that I am now 3 months post op. I ventured into this foreign land called the gastric sleeve on Dec 5, 2016. I was nervous yet ready to have a new beginning in life. A healthier life that was more fulfilling without illnesses and aches all the time. Well, this 3 months has been a true roller coaster but I wouldn't trade it for the world. I started my journey out at 242 lbs pre- op. On the day of my surgery I was down to 219 lbs with the help of my dietician( I was very serious about my dietician's recommendations on diet changes ). When I awoke from surgery, I was so confused and in so much pain . I immediately regretted surgery,, lol. But after a couple of days I started to embrace my new lifestyle. I am 3 months out and today I am 176 lbs.....yayyy. Double screen pic was right after surgery and then 1 month after surgery and pics in white are most recent.

Why are you eating chicken McNuggets from McDonalds? The bad far outweighs any positive Protein in those. The sleeve is an amazing tool, but you are going to have to work with it for it to be effective long term. And most of that work comes in the form of changing your relationship with food, sticking to your plan, and eating within defined parameters. If you stay away from the empty calories of items like Chicken McNuggets and stick to lean protein and non-starchy vegetables you'd probably feel a lot better.

Totally agree with blizare09. I'm not sure how they get away with calling it chicken !

Update: March 2nd. Surgery was moved up one week.

I had my surgery on the 2nd also. Lots of swelling and bruising around my belly button. Sipping is pretty uncomfortable but trying to when I am not sleeping. No bowel movements either. Burping on and off but not much more. Best of luck and speedy recovery to all.

Thank you! Everything went well. I've had gas pain. Walking has been helping. Just received my liquid tray. I've been cleared after my GI X-ray to start liquids

I had my surgery on the 2nd also. Lots of swelling and bruising around my belly button. Sipping is pretty uncomfortable but trying to when I am not sleeping. No bowel movements either. Burping on and off but not much more. Best of luck and speedy recovery to all.

Good luck to everyone, you all are in my thoughts and prayers!

I just had sleeve today. My only problem is I was over thinking everything. Just relax and go with the flow. That is difficult until who arrive in pre on...I was nervous and excited at same time the evening before. God Bless and good luck to all of you March 2nd sleevers

It took me some deep soul searching to realize I absolutely need this. Do i wish I did it 2 years ago? Yes and no... Yes cause I would be well on my new life journey by now. No because I just wasnt fully ready at the time mentally. I had to know for myself this was my only and last resort. I have tried to drop the weight at least 3 more times since that day and my body just will not let me.. Drastic results require drastic changes, and I now know Im not capable on my own of making those drastic changes.
The turning point was when I went to Great Adventure this fall with my kids and almost could not fit in one of the roller coasters. Another turning point was I was making love to my wife and happened to look at myself in the mirror and saw how big by belly actually is...Im finally at terms with what I NEED to do...When I asked my wife to give me an honest opinion of she would say Im just a big guy with some meat on my bones or if she would say Im a fat guy, she gave me the most honest and brutal answer I have ever heard... She supports me doing it so Im around for my kids in the years to come, and to make a change before I get sick. I want to be around for her, I want want to be healthy for her and my kids.
Im going to go through with it this time and simply gonna tell my doctor "hold my beer and watch this" and git r done!!!
Im tired of being the FAT GUY!!! f**k this ****!!! Im taking control of my life for once in 43 years!

I wanted to bump this topic up to help all those that are considering doing WLS but have doubts and fears and cant come to terms. I just had my procedure done on February 27th 2017 over 2 years later from the start of this thread. Instead of going on a long winded rant, here is my long winded videos that explain my journey that lead my back to this point. If my story can help just one person make this difficult decision then I feel it was worth sharing!!!

Thank you! Everything went well. I've had gas pain. Walking has been helping. Just received my liquid tray. I've been cleared after my GI X-ray to start liquids

I am feeling the same right now. I am scheduled for tomorrow morning. I believe this feeling is completely normal. I can't wait to share my experience with you all.

My surgery is tomorrow morning! I am a flood of emotions, but mostly excited to start this journey.

I appreciate all of you for your endless advise and information.

Wish me a speedy recovery! Soon I will be on the infamous losers bench. I can't wait.

Thank you all! Calling it a night. I will arrive at the hospital by 6am.

Update the moment I can.

Thank you all! Calling it a night. I will arrive at the hospital by 6am.

Update the moment I can.

Everywhere I go!

Sending prayers, don't forget to take God with you!!!!

Good luck on your new journey. Wishing you a great recovery!



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You'll do great! Sending good vibes your way
Can't wait to be in your shoes!

How exciting! Blessings for a easy procedure and quick recovery.

Prayers are with you