EEsMom

5 years. Nice. How are you doing? Good to meet you too. Looks like we can have a nice group here.

Welcome its a great support community here. I go for RNY Friday August 3rd

My name is Shannon. My gastric by pass was on December 27,2011. I have lost 95 lbs. I have done great until the past two weeks. I have had some issues come up that has put a lot of stress on me. I haven't lost any weight in two weeks and I'm not eating right. I have noticed I have been grabbing whatever to eat. I also haven't been to the gym. I am starting back on Monday going to the gym and I have started eating right today. I am so glad I found this app.

Both are so beautiful! I wish I looked that good after my 6 weeks! Anyone else worried that after they lose the weight that you'll not be good looking and still made fun of for that too? I know it sounds stupid but it's something I worry about- I don't need to be beautiful I just want to be normal looking enough to not cause comment!! Stupid worry huh??

Its meeee after 2 months

almost 4 months post op and down 64 lbs. I'm stuck at 165.....can't wait to get past this stall. These pis were taken yesterday. I can't believe I'm posting pics of me in a bathing suit. That's a first for me!

Had my surgery April 30 and my weight was 184 and I was wearing size 16/18 jeans now I weigh 151 and I am in a size 9 I can't remember the last time I was in a 9 I think maybe junior high I am so excited and happy!!!

Im 157 yesssss!!!

WOW!!! Everyone looks so good. My surgery is Aug 13. I will so add to this tread and can't wait to!

Im 2 months post op..im 163 lbs now..

Wow I didn't see the updates! I'm in between you both. In bell port. Im five years post op! It's nice to meet you! I'm glad that there are other Long Islanders on here! I had almost given up on this until I just saw my email.

You are so right Jenneliza! I am still pre and may be singing a different song when it's my turn. I am just getting myself geared up for that time now. Hopefully I can keep these thoughts during the trying time to come.
Guess we just have to start looking at affairs and get togethers in a different way. For ourselves. food is a major part for most everyone and we need to smile and agree with everyone and inside know we are doing the right thing for us and food is being put in it's place now! Low on the list of importance.

Here is my hubby and I about 5 years Ago he had the bypass 4 1/2 yrs ago and I am 3 months in now I can't believe how different we look He lost 100 and I am down 61 so far

Ok I found some old pictures.

2 years ago

1year ago.

This is now. Down 47 pounds.

When you have those moments it is best to take a step back and realize that you are still able and should sit at the table with everyone and spend quality time with them. You will be able to have regular foods again in moderation.
It's not easy but gets easier!

It's a socialization thing... At least for me it was. Every family get together has always been centered around a meal or some sort of food... After surgery I really struggled with that... I almost felt sorry for myself when I was so limited on what I could have when everyone else was pigging out... Try thinking or looking at the big picture... I have lost 93 lbs in 5 and 1/2 months... I certainly don't feel sorry for myself now... Just keep always looking towards the future...best of luck... And you can do this!!!!

I've told my husband who is very supportive my mom and sisters, but one person thinks I don't need it but she has no clue what I'm going thru. If your happy with the desision you've made that's all that matters

I've told everyone, lol! My family, friends, neighbors and clients. I am a very open person and they've all seen my struggles with my weight, so for the most part everyone seems very happy for me.

Since surgery I have lost 46 lbs. the first few days after surgery I was uncomfortable mainly from the incision because I had an open procedure. I went back to work after 2 weeks to the day. I've never had a problem to this day but I spent a year doing my research and followed my doctors orders to the T. It has been the best decision I've ever made.

Hi Love, great to meet you. I'm having surgery at Syosset Hospital. Work for NSLIJ system so having through insurance. I did my 6 months 2x. First was interrupted by a sickness then death of someone I was caring for so...
Well, just finished the second round last week. Doing cardiology workup then back to Dr for liquid diet and date!
Live in Shoreham but work in Plainview.
Believe me it will go fast, the 6 months. I was upset to do 2x and now it's over, I'm surprised!
I am hoping to go to support groups in Syosset. Keep saying I'm going after work...but we can form our own too!

Wow!!! What a small world...I'm in Mineola, only a few towns away from you!

I'm from Long Island, Suffolk area. Am pre-op. No date yet. Going to Syosset Hospital. They have meetings every Wednesday evening 7pm, I believe.
Hope all is going well with you!!!

Kizzy? You look wonderful!!!!!! Keep it up. You have all my support!

EEsMom...glad you're going to talk to your nutritionist. I can't imagine you'll be the first patient that she/he has heard can't have sugar substitues. I"m sure they'll find something for you. Even if you have to make your own Protein shakes out of plain Protein powder.
For me Sugar Alcohol sets me off and I haven't even had the surgery yet. Too much of that stuff...errr...is not a good thing for me.
Good luck!

I am from Port Jefferson in Long Island. Am 2 1/2 months post op.
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