tlynn4love

EAS advantage, and pure Protein. I have samples from powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury, nectar Syntrax and some others coming in the mail for post op to try different options. I also did the same for Vitamins.

Omg so nervous I was originally scheduled for 1-9-12 and they had a cancellation so now it is Monday . I have to be at the hospital @ 6:30am. Everyone say a prayer for me and wish me luck.
Any suggestions on any items I should stock up on before I come home from the hospital

I'm not on a liquid diet either.. I go in for my pre op in the morning.. They told me I would be meeting with the surgeon team, and also the anesthesiology team.. Along with a nutrition class.. Only 5 more days! Excited/ scared!

I had surgery yesterday. I was also nervous. It wasn't as bad as I expected. My tummy is a little sore, but no real pain. You will do great .

I was scared s******* and now I'm 3 months out this still worried about my life some days. It was a very hard decision for me but I was looking at pre diabetic that's what change my mind. I have 2 kids that I worry about not having their mom so I made the choice to be healthy. And so are you is great is your fixing to start this journey just remember to trust your self. I'm lost 50 pounds in 3 months and I can't believe it. I truly did every day diet that was out there bought every exercise equipment there was join a gym Was on Weight Watchers lost the weight then gain the weight. Even though I have struggled for the last 3 months I know this was the best decision for me and my family and my health. If you need someone to talk to feel free to contact me. Good luck just think you're doing this great Thing for you and your family.....

I'm 5'10. I've lost 85 lbs since my surgery on June 20, 2012

That's awesome... I want to try and set a goal of losing 100 lbs in a year.

I'm 5'8. I had surgery on 5/2. My begining weight. (11/28/2011) was 282.6. My surgery wt was 266. Today I weigh 175.4. Total loss 107.2. My highest weight was 308 in August 2010 after my son was born. My loose skin is actual not that bad. I'm not saying I will ever wear a bikini but I'm able to wear fitted shirts without being able to see any excess skin.

You look amazing! And you must feel amazing!
You should be VERY proud of yourself!!
Walking is so good for the soul and body. I manage to get out at 6 in the morning, for 45 minutes... And i feel like its quality time with me.

Finally at home surgery went great kind of sore but i will be fine just happy to be home with my family. Thanks to everyone that keep me in prayers God bless you..

I've worked in a hospital for 10 years...I'm going tot keep my Water hidden near the nurses' station, on the employee side. I'd never bring something going in my mouth in our patients' room. Between airborne funk and possibility of forgetting it and having someone mess with it (I work in psych), I will just make a lot of stops.

How about a small flask? Something that could hold say about 4 oz?

Congrats and best wishes! Keep us posted

I started at 378
Dos 333
Now 4 weeks post op 309
I work out everyday cardio and lite weights
Goal 160
I have a ways to go but I will get there
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I haven't enjoyed anything, but Water. I keep trying sugar free this or that. It all tastes like crappola. Lucky foe me I am loving water!

You look amazing and are sexy!! You give me hope!

I am almost 3 months post op. When I started my six months of visits, I was in the mind set of OMG I have to do six months of this before I can even get approved, I was so impatient.
The more I went to my visits, other required classes and a support group meetings, the more I learned about eating, nutrition, excercise and just myself in general and now I am glad it was required. I went in to my surgery with so much knowledge and a good clue what to expect, what to eat and it has helped me so much.
I have seen people that only had to go to a few appointments and then got approved and were totally clueless as to what the heck was going on, that is sad. You are changing your life, get a clue as to what to do.
All that said, learn all you can, ask all the questions you can think of, attend a support group. You will benefit greatly! My life has totally changed, and I can't be happier. Well, I will be happier when I get to goal, but I am super happy to be where I am now. (75 lbs lost as of this Monday)

I was 18 when I had my bypass and 4 years later , I still say it was the best decision I could have ever made ! Starting weight was 437lbs and now down to 179lbs

I had my first of six NUT appts yesterday. It was very informative. Everyone at the surgeons office was very nice and supportive. Second appt is scheduled for 1-30 so I feel like its gonna move so quickly. I'm anxious and excited. I was told by the Dr. That I should only lose between .5-1 lb a month. Thats easy so, no pressure there. I gave up fast food so that alone should do it. But, I'm starting back to zumba I made the decision to change my life Dec. 1st. I swear the more I think about surgery, the more I read about it, the more I'm on this forum and , the more jouneys I follow on youtube, it makes me do a lot of soul searching. I'm trying to learn more about myself right now than I ever have. I'm keeping a journal which I faithfully write in. And I'm learning about a lot of feelings I have surpressed and hidden deep down inside me. Its amazing the changes I see and feel myself going through right now. I love it. And honestly I regret telling people about my plans to have surgery. I have told ; my husband, bestfriend, sister ( one of six) and one other close friend.... It may sound weird but, the reason I regret it is I feel like I'm in a cocoon and I let too many people in. I just wish I wouldve kept it more private.... sorry its long and unorganized but just needed to vent I guess. Thanks for reading. ♡

Thank you so much ♡ I wish you the best on your journey as well and look forward to your updates:)

First time I've felt sexy in my entire life.
New Years outfit:

Down 99lbs
164.4lbs at 5'8"
- Kaylee Ann ~ Surgerversary 6/11/2012

I know how you feel, I have to do 6 Nut sessions myself (I'm on month 4 in Jan), I go back to see the surgeon on Jan 17 and that's when we will actually schedule my surgery. I kind of know how you feel about not wanting to tell people, I felt the same way in the beginning. I am the youngest of 7 and I also have 20+ nieces and nephews so I know what it feels like to come from all that pressure. But early on, and once I started visiting sites like this and seeing everyone's video posts on YouTube and stuff, I suddenly realized this surgery is far more common place these days to the point that I don't think it carries the same stigma that it once did. There are still people out there that will give you a hard time about it, or try to accuse you of taking the easy way. That is all hog wash, as you know this is no easy road, there is so much you have to do to just to prepare for surgery and then all that you have to go through after surgery, there just is no way that this is the easy way out. But for some of us it is the difference between living and dying, plain and simple.
You shouldn't feel awkward or ashamed to tell anyone that you're going to have this surgery, your deciding to live a better and healthier life, what is so wrong about that. You should feel proud that you're taking control of things and in the end you'll probably live a much happier and of course healthier life. I also think that it is a great idea about the journal, I've heard so many people who have already gone through surgery suggest doing that, they say it can help you through the rough spots and also help to point out issues or weak spots in your habits, etc.
Good luck on your journey!

I had my first of six NUT appts yesterday. It was very informative. Everyone at the surgeons office was very nice and supportive. Second appt is scheduled for 1-30 so I feel like its gonna move so quickly. I'm anxious and excited. I was told by the Dr. That I should only lose between .5-1 lb a month. Thats easy so, no pressure there. I gave up fast food so that alone should do it. But, I'm starting back to zumba I made the decision to change my life Dec. 1st. I swear the more I think about surgery, the more I read about it, the more I'm on this forum and , the more jouneys I follow on youtube, it makes me do a lot of soul searching. I'm trying to learn more about myself right now than I ever have. I'm keeping a journal which I faithfully write in. And I'm learning about a lot of feelings I have surpressed and hidden deep down inside me. Its amazing the changes I see and feel myself going through right now. I love it. And honestly I regret telling people about my plans to have surgery. I have told ; my husband, bestfriend, sister ( one of six) and one other close friend.... It may sound weird but, the reason I regret it is I feel like I'm in a cocoon and I let too many people in. I just wish I wouldve kept it more private.... sorry its long and unorganized but just needed to vent I guess. Thanks for reading. ♡