ladyomnom

I never imagined I could ever really like my body again. but post sleeve, I have fallen in love with my legs! I have worn a skirt for the first time in 2@+ years, knee boots and skinny jeans - and my legs look fab :-)
Which bit of you do you love now???

1st picture is October 2011 at Disneyland, second picture is last week at the hotel getting ready for Disneyland...five month after surgery and 56lbs down :-)

-53 lbs
4 months
Before:

After: (in progress)

The first two in black are before -81 lbs so far.

Thanks ladyomnom good luck with your surgery also! When you're feeling up to it afterward let me know how you're feeling

I've wondered about this...there is a gal I follow on youtube who has lost a ton and seems to be maintaining quite well. You should look her up...she responds to questions maybe she could help you. look up "Leah's VSG Journey" on youtube....she's great

Stop eating ****.

Full liquid just means that you're still on the same liquids as the first week, but you can add watery Protein shakes, runny Cream of Wheat/Malto Meal, milk, and s/f pudding and ice cream. That's about it. No Soup, unless it's blenderized AND strained (no bean/veggie skin etc). Any Soup with lots of Protein (bean/pea), or even make your own. Pureed/strained lentils and canned soy Beans are plentiful protein sources. You can add n/f or 1% milk and/or Water to anything to thin it out. Don't eat anything that it too thick, or you may be sorry that you did!
Sorry to break it to you, but your body is still healing and can only handle watery stuff still. Didn't your surgeon give you the list? When you get into the puree phase, you'll have more variety, but believe me, it's difficult to even eat that at times!

Stop eating ****.

Stop eating ****.

You need to see a therapist.

Hello!
 
I am currently in the Florence Hospital where Dr.Garcia operated on me yesterday! Since I arrived in San Diego, (where the driver Samuel picks you up), The staff for Ready4Achange, the staff at the Marriott and people in general are just so friendly, accommodating and kind! I highly recommend you get it done here also because I hear it is much less than getting it done in the US and ESPECIALLY Canada. It iis really, really worth it!

Hi there!
My operation is September 9 in Mexico! Anyone else in Mexico?! Good luck to all of you! Add me if you'd like.
-Mariah

Do you mean to ask me or ask the OP? I am with ready4achange! Sept 9!

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I am having surgery in less than a week!

I want surgery to make my body hot.
Yep! I'm flying into San Diego one week from today and get picked up from there to go to Tijuana for surgery the next day.

Hello everyone,

I am looking for as much guidance as possible. I am very excited for this VSG surgery (September 9). I am feeling a little uneasy for many reasons. One, I am doing this alone. I am getting it done in Mexico, where my mother had hers done. I have only heard exceptional things about all aspects of the journey there. The staff, doctors, drivers, the stay itself etc. I am 23 years old and am still kind of a baby when it comes to going out into the unknown, so far from home (Oregon). I have a million questions, even after doing a bunch of research. I suppose I will list some and see where this goes.

1. I am a smoker, and as much as I would like to not be, it is hard to quit. My surgery is coming up soon and I am quitting cold turkey. Any ideas to keep away from that post-op? I also do think once the surgery is done, my outlook on cigarettes will change dramatically because I feel this is a total reboot, but who knows.

2. How soon after surgery can I start working out? I have been planning on some cardio and strength training... I do not want to go too hard, too soon, but have heard even after two weeks of surgery one can go back to a normal workout routine. (I am signed up for a walking class in the fall, because I didn't want to go too hard post op)

3. Loose skin: should this be a worry of mine? 200-205 lbs currently, 23 years old. How can I really minimize that?

4.Best Protein shake suppliments? What to mix with to lessen the nasty taste?

5. I am a big baby and get overly nervous for a surgery. Although I know every individual is different, what can I expect post-op the day of my surgery, and day after. Pain scales, nausea?

I am sure I will be posting more questions on this, thank you for your time guys, it means so much!

Mariah

I tend to like the shakes I make myself better than the premade ones. I do have Isopure or Premiere Protein Drinks occasionally but that's really for convenience, not because I like them better or think they are healthier. It's hard to find premade ones that have a lot of Protein while also being low calorie and low carb.

I am going to Dr. F Garcia in Mexico! I have only heard exceptional things about him and his staff!
My mother had VSG surgery done by Garcia and she has only said the best things about him also! My surgery is September 9, so I'll keep you updated!

I am going to Dr. F Garcia in Mexico! I have only heard exceptional things about him and his staff!
My mother had VSG surgery done by Garcia and she has only said the best things about him also! My surgery is September 9, so I'll keep you updated!

I am going to Dr. F Garcia in Mexico! I have only heard exceptional things about him and his staff!
My mother had VSG surgery done by Garcia and she has only said the best things about him also! My surgery is September 9, so I'll keep you updated!

I am going to Dr. F Garcia in Mexico! I have only heard exceptional things about him and his staff!
My mother had VSG surgery done by Garcia and she has only said the best things about him also! My surgery is September 9, so I'll keep you updated!