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Rochester, NY
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Rochester, NY
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My surgery was Sept 28th so I'm almost at 2 weeks. My husband is driving me crazy because he thinks I should be healed enough to have sex. My surgeon told me that it's up to me of when I feel comfortable to start having sex again.
I still hurt and on top of that I do NOT feel sexual at all. I'm so frustrated feeling like he's rushing things and I can feel how annoyed he's getting.
He's starting to take his frustration out on me by stomping around and being a jerk. Why can't he understand that I just physically don't feel up to it?

So, our school secretary came up to me today and kindly offered to retake my yearbook picture because I look nothing like I did in September!

Two Trader Joe's turkey meatballs (no breadcrumbs!) With a scoop of ricotta and marinara. Delish!
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Two Trader Joe's turkey meatballs (no breadcrumbs!) With a scoop of ricotta and marinara. Delish!
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http://imgur.com/WSAQfM1
I made this just for you. The left is me at 402 pounds, and the right is me at 277 pounds, taken 2 days ago.
I'd really like to see yours!

I like taking the yoplait greek whipped yogurt and throwing it in the freezer. Take it out like 5 or 10 mins before you want to eat (if your freezer is super cold like mine) then enjoy. The vanilla cupcake one is heavenly. So is the strawberry cheesecake one!!
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Heres mine, the before I was actually about 345. the after Im 217 (my goal was 220 I met that a week ago)
   

Mirena!!!!

My surgeon is the same...only liquids the day prior to surgery.

Absolutely love this thread! No matter your religious or spiritual preference it never hurts to have good vibes sent out for you! Awesome idea and I'll be adding everyone in my prayers tonight.

I'd love to hear from and maybe get together with anyone who's a patient of either of these doctors. Dr. Nicholas Bertha was involved in the FDA trials so he's been doing banding for a relatively long time. But I've only found a couple of other patients of theirs--there MUST be more! Where are all the Jersey people?

You know, I was going through all these posts and noticed that we are all struggling with weight. But with that comes other things like relationships, jobs, kids, school, emotional ups/downs, self image issues, food wants, but what can we do for each other? I'm a Christian and I can pray for you. Add your requests and let me pray for you. As we grow, others will pray for you and before you know it, our prayer circle will be so big, you will have prayers from all over the world. God is good all the time and we all need prayer. You don't have to be religious to need prayer. You just need to ask, and the rest is up to us.
Felix

I was able to join the group on Facebook. Thank you for starting it!

I am a January 6th surgery, too!!!!

Great we can always lean on each other for support... ????????????

I am a January 6th surgery, too!!!!

Fit through a medium dog door to get back in the house after I locked myself out.
This actually happened yesterday

Tomorrow I start my liquid diet, its not required by my doctor. But I thought it would be good for me.
I'm 35, starting weight was about 450 and now I'm 398. I decided to go with the sleeve my family are both happy supportive and doubtful but respectful about the choices I'm making. I'm super excited about the surgery, but nervous at the same time. I'm still waiting on paperwork and pre op appointment, other than January 6th 2016 let get ready to rumble for the new year.????????????????????????

I haven't been one to post, but I have really enjoyed reading all of the success stories on here. Yesterday, I met with my surgeon and got my surgery date. January 6th! What a way to start the new year. I am excited but the nervousness has really begun to hit. I was hoping that he would recommend either the sleeve or bypass, but he didn't seem to be pushing either way. So, in order to get the greatest results, I chose bypass. I am excited for the future and what it may hold, but I am sure my emotions will be all over the place this month. Anyone else in a similar position? I would love to connect!!!!! ☺

I completely understand what you are saying! My surgery is Jan 6th and my mind is racing! I am nervous about the procedure, but about everything in the months after. The idea of me at 150 lbs lighter is what I keep dreaming of!

I haven't been one to post, but I have really enjoyed reading all of the success stories on here. Yesterday, I met with my surgeon and got my surgery date. January 6th! What a way to start the new year. I am excited but the nervousness has really begun to hit. I was hoping that he would recommend either the sleeve or bypass, but he didn't seem to be pushing either way. So, in order to get the greatest results, I chose bypass. I am excited for the future and what it may hold, but I am sure my emotions will be all over the place this month. Anyone else in a similar position? I would love to connect!!!!! ☺

I haven't been one to post, but I have really enjoyed reading all of the success stories on here. Yesterday, I met with my surgeon and got my surgery date. January 6th! What a way to start the new year. I am excited but the nervousness has really begun to hit. I was hoping that he would recommend either the sleeve or bypass, but he didn't seem to be pushing either way. So, in order to get the greatest results, I chose bypass. I am excited for the future and what it may hold, but I am sure my emotions will be all over the place this month. Anyone else in a similar position? I would love to connect!!!!! ☺

Hello! I am a beginner in all of this. I have been considering surgery for a couple of years, but have finally set up my initial appointments through Highland Hospital in Rochester with Dr. O'Malley. Anyone else?