brennasmom

I have nightmares about drinking carbonated beverages that stretch my sleeve. That is always on my mind!

Whenever I was off narcotic pain medication and can safely turn side to side to be able to drive safely

I am an OB nurse and my surgeon insisted on 6 weeks off due to the physical requirements of my job.

I was very open about my surgery with friends and co workers. A lot of people who did not know we're afraid to ask. People Are now getting used to seeing me. I am always glad to talk with those who have questions I am proud of my continued success People will notice the more you see them and lose the pounds. Keep up the great work!

i get them all the time too!

Sleeved April 29th. Down 41 pounds since surgery so counting 51 pounds I lost before surgery, I am down 92 pounds!

I have the same question too. My initial start weight was 261. While waiting for surgery about 7 months making life style changes and doing the insurance requirements I lost 51 pounds. When figuring out percentages of anticipated weight loss I am assuming it will be configured by my actual pre op weight of 210 lbs. ten weeks out I am down 41 pounds and will be meeting my initial goal of 150lbs very soon. I will be setting another goal then. I am 5'4 and my surgeon's notes has her goal as 131lbs. Don't want to go below that weight.

I was off my blood pressure meds about a month out and have not Needed to use my CPAP since! You will do great!

My measuring cups

I was freaked out when I saw the YouTube videos on loose skin. But I powered through it and am glad I had the surgery. I lost 51 pounds before surgery and am down another 40 lbs since surgery. Sure I have saggy skin. My husband doesn't care. He Is just happy I am healthy. You can do it too!

I went from a 44 D to a 38 G (i was informed that a G cup was like a DDDD cup! If you have a chiropractor-I recommend you see them when you feel out of alignment. Weight loss-especially a rapid one-83 lbs over 9 months-can cause some strain on your body. And frequent body massages if your insurance covers it or if you treat yourself. I definately recommend getting fitted for a bra as well. Lots of changes ahead!

It will come! And wait until people do not reconize you! Awesome! Hang in there!

occasional twinge or burning when I exercise more. returned to work this week and no pain or burning!

Zantac 150mg twice a day. Powering through it!

Love it! Walmart or local stores-I feel great!