ShrinkingPeach
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I feel like I've hit the lottery
ShrinkingPeach replied to Margie122's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
@@Margie122, I am also going to win. Already bought my tickets but will gladly share the win with you! -
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New updated profile picture from December! 106 pounds down!
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A special thank you to all of the veterans who have given me advice, support and laughs over this year. Merry Christmas to you all!
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Is the vomiting from eating too fast? Make sure to eat slowly and chew really well. Protein first then veggies. Quinoa and leafy vegetables would be hard to digest at this point.
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From a thought to 2 years out
ShrinkingPeach replied to lazerider's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Thank you for sharing your amazing story, it is a reminder to all of us the journeys we all are on. Sorry to hear you had a rough go at first but you look amazing and happy! -
Pre OP liquid diet
ShrinkingPeach replied to 2016NewMe's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Depends on your surgical team. They should give you a copy of your plan. If you wish to know now contact them for a copy. There are as many plans as there are offices. -
Day 10. Big mistake.
ShrinkingPeach replied to Emilie.Lancaster's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
they still make those?? torture devices I tell ya -
Why sleeve and not bypass?
ShrinkingPeach replied to seaniepoohbear's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I did my research prior to consult and wanted the sleeve. I didn't want the malabsorption of Vitamins and just wanted the stomach portion removed permanently. My surgeon asked what I wanted and he agreed the sleeve was best. It has worked wonderfully so far! No matter the opinions you get, do what is right for you. -
As everyone said the stall(s) will happen, take your measurements once a month so you see the progress even when the scale doesn't move the inches will! Take pictures! Write in a journal so you can look back at where you came from. All the above are great advice! Welcome!!!!!!
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Protein powder-do you really need it?
ShrinkingPeach replied to jhbeck's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I only do a Protein shake for Breakfast for convenience. I get the rest of my protein from foods. -
sugar free pudding mousse? I just try to stay away from Desserts period for myself. maybe a sugar free pudding with sugar free cool whip pie? Good luck!
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Preop diet... take 2
ShrinkingPeach replied to LadiSani's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Some of that may be stress eating. Try to stay busy and just eat or drink on schedule. Good luck and fingers crossed! -
It is normal to have jitters, I did. I agree that you should find things to do that keep you busy. Make sure everything is in place so you are not stressed about household things after surgery and you can relax and recuperate. That's the thing about Christmas, it WILL come around next year too. Don't worry about what you can't have but focus on what you are giving yourself. Enjoy your family and have great conversations not centered around food. Sit back and truly take it all in and be thankful for the best Christmas present ever. Good luck!!
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so, is this what it feels like to be just... normal?
ShrinkingPeach replied to CowgirlJane's topic in WLS Veteran's Forum
What a lovely post and so timely for me. I was at my husbands office party this past saturday. I have been overweight my whole life and at 103 pounds down I am struggling to see my weight loss. They had a photo booth and we took a photo together (you get a printed strip of 3 poses). I could see that I looked different but it was when some of his co-workers wanted a group shot that I got a shock. I was smaller than some of the women in the photo. I have noticed I fit places where I didn't before. I have seen my sizes of clothing change. I notice that people treat me differently. I notice that I no longer get "the look". I could go on and on, but the physical vision of myself in the mirror remains the fat girl. Congrats on your epiphany and than you for sharing, this really hit home for me! -
Approved finally!
ShrinkingPeach replied to kdelrosso's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats! What an awesome present to yourself! Good luck!! -
Agreed that it is probably stomach acid. If you feel the need to chew ice or sf popsicles are a good option. I also found that my sleeve makes more noise when digesting foods now. The part of the stomach that grinds up your food is now gone so noises will be more common, they don't necessarily mean you are hungry. Good luck!
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A serious question for the veterans
ShrinkingPeach replied to ShrinkingPeach's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks @@Babbs for the link to your thread. I like the idea of taking my pic with other people to see the difference. It is crazy how our brains work isn't it? -
A serious question for the veterans
ShrinkingPeach posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Okay here goes. I have been overweight all of my life. This surgery has given me something I was never able to do on my own. So far I have lost 103 pounds with about 75 more to go. My question is this: When does the brain see the real me and not the old me? I know I no longer wear a 4x but an XL. I no longer wear size 32 pants but an 18. When I look in the mirror I see lots of extra skin but in my head I am still the fat girl. Did you do anything different to help you see the new you? Is there anything that helps? Thanks for any words of advice you can give! Cindy -
Pre-Op LSD
ShrinkingPeach replied to IJustWant2BeALoser's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't think there is a goal for a specific amount to shrink. The goal is to shrink as much as they think needed for a safe surgery. Just stick to the plan and your surgery will happen, Good Luck!! -
Bad food cravings, any suggestions?
ShrinkingPeach replied to swiftie87's topic in Pre-op Diets and Questions
Foods that put you at risk of overeating need to be reconsidered. Is it worth the calories and why do you want them? It may be that you are clinging to that comfort food that got you through something before. If we are eating to live and no longer living to eat then it should be easier to just say no to foods that are not good for us. There are alternative pastas out there made from veggies so at least they are a better choice but make no mistake, they are not low carb. Not judging just an observation, in the end it is your life alone and your decision what you eat. Good luck! -
Sizing down in clothes
ShrinkingPeach replied to agreen67's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I also find that I lose the weight faster in some areas than others. My waist is the last to change as I go and this makes the sizing a bit different. I go down a size and it will be lose in my legs but tight in the waist for example. This crazy post-op life! -
FINALLY APPROVED!
ShrinkingPeach replied to perfectlyimperfect44's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Being nervous is perfectly normal. I also felt going into this like what if it doesn't work? Yes, we can fail if we don't change our brains but you are going to have a wonderful new tool to help you along the way. Listen to your nutritionist, get creative so meals are not boring but eat for nutrition not for social time or for enjoyment and comfort. Research, research, research! Get help if you need to! We are all here for you! What an exciting Christmas present to yourself, the best one ever! Good luck! You've got this! -
So the peach has shrunken a bit, made it to 100 pounds down and and it through Thanksgiving! Had to have gallbladder surgery on the 19th so have been a bit tired. Been absent for a bit and thought I would drop in for an update.
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Thank you ladies! And yes, I have decided there is nothing I cannot do as every day I must make good choices. Good to know I can even when temptation is at its highest. In response, yes I haven't skipped a beat without my gallbladder. Just some discomfort but I am doing great and continuing to lose. The nice thing )if there is one lol) is that our WLS dietary changes are the same as for gallbladder surgery so no major changes on that front!
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3 weeks post op - serious fatigue
ShrinkingPeach replied to pokeyvenus's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Agree with all the above comments. Everyone is different and recovery time is relative. Remember this is still major surgery and recovery time is to be expected. For me, I was off pain meds and up and driving on day 5 but would tire out easily. Do a little more each day and soon you will look back and see you are back to normal. Then with the weight loss you will gain even more energy!
