Ivanova8

Just giving everyone an update on me!
Just shy of 6 months post op, down 75lbs, 15 more pounds to go for my goal. I have never felt so good!

Hi all
It's been awhile since I have been on
My starting weight 298
My current weight 207.5
Total loss at 9 months post op 92lbs. This has been the best thing I could have every done for myself

Langley, BC - Had RNY Dec 15, 2015

Also just wanted to give you guys a quick update! 7 months after surgery I'm 100lbs down with only 40 to go to my goal weight. I feel amazing and above and beyond all the challenges, best decision I've ever made. Before and after pic me a year ago on the left me last week on the right!

I know the Canadian threads can be like yelling into a void but I'm so excited I have to yell!
I have an appointment with my surgeon at Toronto Western on August 7th! It's finally happening!
Has anyone else had their surgery with Dr. Penner?

I have not had surgery yet. But I can't tell you how many places on this forum that I've read about the dreaded 3 week stall. From what I've read it's normal. They say to stick to the plan the surgeon and nutritionist gave you and you'll be back to losing weight again in no time.
I'm sure a veteran loser will have more to add shortly.
Stay positive and keep your eye on the prize! Oh! and don't weigh yourself everyday. Hide the scale! =)

For sure you should appeal their decision. I've read somewhere, maybe on this site, about the best way to appeal a denial. Maybe try searching for denial or appeal. I've also read a lot of appeals get approved when done right. There's work involved in fighting their decision, but if the goal is worth it, and we all know it is, then you should go for it. Don't give up!

@@Dyros It's probably best to ask your rabbi that question. It could vary depending on your circumstances.

Wow I'm impressed to hear you drink so much water! I struggle to drink any throughout the day! But perhaps that's just me...I've always barely drunk through the day.

Ask your local Rabbi. You might be able to get a "heter" Most of my Jewish friends who've had WLS have no problem fasting whatsoever. As a matter of fact, most find it a lot easier after WLS.

@@anewme2015 Yeah! The staff at TWH is amazing. And remember you can always keep calling to see if there are any openings sooner than what you have scheduled. That's what I did. Otherwise I would have been looking at maybe an April or May surgery.
You're right! This is just the beginning I'm on the way to a new me =)

@@anewme2015 Yeah! The staff at TWH is amazing. And remember you can always keep calling to see if there are any openings sooner than what you have scheduled. That's what I did. Otherwise I would have been looking at maybe an April or May surgery.
You're right! This is just the beginning I'm on the way to a new me =)

@@anewme2015 Yeah! The staff at TWH is amazing. And remember you can always keep calling to see if there are any openings sooner than what you have scheduled. That's what I did. Otherwise I would have been looking at maybe an April or May surgery.
You're right! This is just the beginning I'm on the way to a new me =)

In other news, I'm officially transferred to Toronto Western! Thanks for the advice and the push everyone. You have me the confidence to not accept those other ridiculous wait times and to advocate for myself and my health. You people rock.

Quote:Following the program as per the instructions I've only lost 12 lbs. I hope it's because I've heard that if you start at a lower weight that you lose slower and not because I'm doing something wrong.
Funny though if I'd lost 12 lbs on WW or some other diet in less than 4 weeks I'd be doing cartwheels. I have to keep reminding myself of that. It's funny how you expect so much more from the surgery. Like to wake up each day and expect to see the scale go down a pound or two each time. Maybe some do but not me apparently. As long as it keeps steadily going down I should not complain. Everyone's weight loss journey is different.
By the way I loss 9 lbs before the surgery from my last nurse weigh-in right before I started Opti-fast.
12 lbs is AMAZING in one month. I don't think I've successfully lost that in a month on any diet (and I've done them all!). I think it's a trap to get into comparisons so focus on your truth- you're down 12 lbs of FAT that is NEVER coming back. And this surgery is helping you become (return to) the you that you truly are! 12 lbs is incredible. And it's only the beginning! ????????

Hey guys so had our first meet and greet yesterday which was great! Hopefully we will have many more thank you @@KreemyPeach and @@Angelant76 it was great meeting you guys and sharing our stories!

@@Calgirl26 Well I'm just under 4 weeks post-op (boy that went by fast!) and I think I'm a slow loser. Following the program as per the instructions I've only lost 12 lbs. I hope it's because I've heard that if you start at a lower weight that you lose slower and not because I'm doing something wrong.
Funny though if I'd lost 12 lbs on WW or some other diet in less than 4 weeks I'd be doing cartwheels. I have to keep reminding myself of that. It's funny how you expect so much more from the surgery. Like to wake up each day and expect to see the scale go down a pound or two each time. Maybe some do but not me apparently. As long as it keeps steadily going down I should not complain. Everyone's weight loss journey is different.
By the way I loss 9 lbs before the surgery from my last nurse weigh-in right before I started Opti-fast.

@@anewme2015 I think the entire team at TWH is amazing. I even sent the hospital ward a thank you card because the nurses there were professional, compassionate, caring and very competent. My only surgery complaint is that I never got to meet the doctor who actually did the operation. Kind of weird you know. "The phantom doctor." I did meet his assistant, Dr. Kim, who was really nice. But he must of done a super job because I've had no complications thus far and I pray it stays that way. My recovery was extremely uneventful except for the Constipation that still plagues me and that's not anyone's fault. It just is.
I went for orientation in Sept 2014 and had my surgery in January 2015.

@@KreemyPeach Unfortunately I won't be able to come tonight. But I think anything no further than Steeles Ave like was suggested before would be nice. I see there's a Timmy's at Dufferin & Finch and on Bathurst north of Finch. Sunday, Monday or Tuesday nights are good for me.

@@RuthFour I spoke to the dietitian on Friday and she said 4-6 cups of any liquid I can fit in right now is fine. I'm just under 4 weeks post op. Tea, crystal light, broth whatever. No coffee or caffeined drinks though. So that was good to hear.
My Protein is on target everyday so she was happy to hear that. I feel better and less stressed aiming for 4 cups of "water" in any form. Plus she said I can drink prune juice and take Benefiber again to help with the Constipation. Yeah!

@@RuthFour I spoke to the dietitian on Friday and she said 4-6 cups of any liquid I can fit in right now is fine. I'm just under 4 weeks post op. Tea, crystal light, broth whatever. No coffee or caffeined drinks though. So that was good to hear.
My Protein is on target everyday so she was happy to hear that. I feel better and less stressed aiming for 4 cups of "water" in any form. Plus she said I can drink prune juice and take Benefiber again to help with the Constipation. Yeah!

@@anewme2015 I think the entire team at TWH is amazing. I even sent the hospital ward a thank you card because the nurses there were professional, compassionate, caring and very competent. My only surgery complaint is that I never got to meet the doctor who actually did the operation. Kind of weird you know. "The phantom doctor." I did meet his assistant, Dr. Kim, who was really nice. But he must of done a super job because I've had no complications thus far and I pray it stays that way. My recovery was extremely uneventful except for the Constipation that still plagues me and that's not anyone's fault. It just is.
I went for orientation in Sept 2014 and had my surgery in January 2015.

Hello everyone. Feels like I haven't been on here in forever. Hope you're all doing well and adjusting for those who have recently had surgery. And for those who are in the pre-op process, hope the process is coming along. I've been doing very good, adjusting and can eat just about most things. I've thrown up once and had dumping syndrome only 1x as well. Still hard getting in my Water but a whole lot better than right after surgery. My Protein intake is excellent and after being 79 days post-op I'm down 70lbs! It hasn't been easy but its been worth every minute.

Glad to hear it Ivanova8....maybe you'll find out that doing all that you are doing is just fine.
Ruth

I agree I think it's trial and error. Water has nothing in it and now at three weeks out its giving me fits. It has to be very warm water. But yet and still I can drink my Protein Shakes with cold milk and ice. Weird.