LoveMyBypass

So sorry.. this is a VERY long update on what I have been doing these last several months!!

GOALS -
My goal is 145 now... It was originally 150 but now that I am dancing between 147-149, I changed my goal to 145.

EXERCISE -
After surgery I never worked out, although I wish I did. I am doing random TaeBo here and there, but nothing serious..
I do find it a lot easier to jog now. I jog to my car from my apartment sometimes to get something I need. Before I didn't make it all the way without running out of air but now it's SO easy.

WEIGHT -
My weight hasn't changed since December... Would I call that a stall? I don't know because I'm very happy at my current weight although I would like to lose 20 more pounds because when I get pregnant, I'll want to gain weight without a worry... Yes, I will try to get pregnant soon before the recommended 18 months. I've discussed it with my doctor. I am more than excited I will finally be a mother hopefully before I turn 35 which is when it's high risk for birth defects.

FOOD -
I eat a lot when my period is coming and regular on non period days.. but I never gain weight... I hardly eat sweets.. I just snack on fruits and veggies.. mostly jicama or mangos.. I drink AT LEAST 32oz of Water day. I have the very low calorie orange juice sometimes because I get tired of water. I also drink coffee here and there. It's good and I can't stop.

DUMPING -
I only get pre-dumps now... I usually know when to stop.. when I eat sugar such as coffee, cakes, chocolate, Cookies I get the pre-dumps... I don't eat too many sweets but during that special week, I can't help myself. I have absolutely no problems with Constipation, reflux or any other complications.. the only thing I get is pre-dumps after I cause them after sweets.. I always know when to stop eating regular food but when it comes to sweets... I don't know.. also, I experienced​ what it means for food to get stuck.. I had eaten an orange at the time. It was the worst pain ever. Very different from dumping. The last time I had full on dumping episode was back October. I had to leave work early.

CLOTHES -
My brain doesn't believe I am 100 pounds lighter and when I shop, I shop like a plus sized woman.. I am now a size 8/9 which is what I always wanted.. but when I see clothes, my brain says... "Ummmm no, you'll need at least a 12/13 and that will for you tight.." how do I get my brain to believe my eyes!? I bought my first bathing suit size 10-12. When I received it in the mail I tried it on and it was too big. So I got a 6-8 and a 8-10.. my brain keeps telling me that I won't fit the 6-8 but my eyes tell me I'll look hot!

OTHER -
My regular doctor officially changed my chart to normal weight.. it was a big deal for me and I am very happy about it.
My loose skin never bothered me before but now it's starting to bug me. My butt looks like a deflated balloon.. after I have a baby/ies, I plan on dancing around the idea of a butt lift and definitely a breast lift..
I'm still not used to people telling me they want to be skinny like me. Or implying that I am skinny.. it's so new to me.. I was carried by a man for the first time in my life. It was amazing.. I felt like a princess..
Chairs.. I am able to sit in a chair with handles and not feel pain!! In fact, there is space.. and I can always sit Indian style ANYWHERE I sit..
I'm always cold, sometimes I feel pain when I sit because there's no meat/cushion protecting my bones from piercing my skin. I also feel that kind of pain on my shoulder blades. I can see my bones!!! My ribs.. it's truly amazing..

Please let me know your updates and what you guys have been through such as dumping, appearance thoughts, what do you guys eat?

Wow! You guys look amazing! I stopped coming on here because I was afraid my co-workers would find out and I was embarrassed.. but.. I don't know.. I still care but at the same time I don't.. anyway.. here's my updated photos.. I would like to see more of us!!
I bought my first bathing suit.. I'll post that when I take a picture.. soon.. it's my first non-dress bathing suit.. I'm excited.. I hope you guys tell me what you think.. [emoji4]
 

Wow! You guys look amazing! I stopped coming on here because I was afraid my co-workers would find out and I was embarrassed.. but.. I don't know.. I still care but at the same time I don't.. anyway.. here's my updated photos.. I would like to see more of us!!
I bought my first bathing suit.. I'll post that when I take a picture.. soon.. it's my first non-dress bathing suit.. I'm excited.. I hope you guys tell me what you think.. [emoji4]
 

I could just re-write everything you just said. I have all those same feelings. SO 224 CW 140

The only thing I could add is that, for me, I'm very uncomfortable from the attention I get now ....I don't mean from guys hitting on me or anything like that. It's all the people I see at the store, restaurants, bars etc... complimenting me and asking what my secret is. I'm happy where I'm at and I feel amazing, but I'm not proud.




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So sorry.. this is a VERY long update on what I have been doing these last several months!!

GOALS -
My goal is 145 now... It was originally 150 but now that I am dancing between 147-149, I changed my goal to 145.

EXERCISE -
After surgery I never worked out, although I wish I did. I am doing random TaeBo here and there, but nothing serious..
I do find it a lot easier to jog now. I jog to my car from my apartment sometimes to get something I need. Before I didn't make it all the way without running out of air but now it's SO easy.

WEIGHT -
My weight hasn't changed since December... Would I call that a stall? I don't know because I'm very happy at my current weight although I would like to lose 20 more pounds because when I get pregnant, I'll want to gain weight without a worry... Yes, I will try to get pregnant soon before the recommended 18 months. I've discussed it with my doctor. I am more than excited I will finally be a mother hopefully before I turn 35 which is when it's high risk for birth defects.

FOOD -
I eat a lot when my period is coming and regular on non period days.. but I never gain weight... I hardly eat sweets.. I just snack on fruits and veggies.. mostly jicama or mangos.. I drink AT LEAST 32oz of Water day. I have the very low calorie orange juice sometimes because I get tired of water. I also drink coffee here and there. It's good and I can't stop.

DUMPING -
I only get pre-dumps now... I usually know when to stop.. when I eat sugar such as coffee, cakes, chocolate, Cookies I get the pre-dumps... I don't eat too many sweets but during that special week, I can't help myself. I have absolutely no problems with Constipation, reflux or any other complications.. the only thing I get is pre-dumps after I cause them after sweets.. I always know when to stop eating regular food but when it comes to sweets... I don't know.. also, I experienced​ what it means for food to get stuck.. I had eaten an orange at the time. It was the worst pain ever. Very different from dumping. The last time I had full on dumping episode was back October. I had to leave work early.

CLOTHES -
My brain doesn't believe I am 100 pounds lighter and when I shop, I shop like a plus sized woman.. I am now a size 8/9 which is what I always wanted.. but when I see clothes, my brain says... "Ummmm no, you'll need at least a 12/13 and that will for you tight.." how do I get my brain to believe my eyes!? I bought my first bathing suit size 10-12. When I received it in the mail I tried it on and it was too big. So I got a 6-8 and a 8-10.. my brain keeps telling me that I won't fit the 6-8 but my eyes tell me I'll look hot!

OTHER -
My regular doctor officially changed my chart to normal weight.. it was a big deal for me and I am very happy about it.
My loose skin never bothered me before but now it's starting to bug me. My butt looks like a deflated balloon.. after I have a baby/ies, I plan on dancing around the idea of a butt lift and definitely a breast lift..
I'm still not used to people telling me they want to be skinny like me. Or implying that I am skinny.. it's so new to me.. I was carried by a man for the first time in my life. It was amazing.. I felt like a princess..
Chairs.. I am able to sit in a chair with handles and not feel pain!! In fact, there is space.. and I can always sit Indian style ANYWHERE I sit..
I'm always cold, sometimes I feel pain when I sit because there's no meat/cushion protecting my bones from piercing my skin. I also feel that kind of pain on my shoulder blades. I can see my bones!!! My ribs.. it's truly amazing..

Please let me know your updates and what you guys have been through such as dumping, appearance thoughts, what do you guys eat?

Oh wow.. I had my farewell meal 2 days ago. And yesterday lol.. Today, I finally got it together. I was in a 12 week class where I was weighed in every week. From my highest weight, I've lost 22 pounds.. And since I had my consultation this passed Friday, I've been going wild. I cheated 3 whole days because I'm going to miss all these tastes and flavors. I'm glad today I'm back on it. We have 8 days left! Ahh. What do you have ready? All I have in my duffel bag is a tooth brush and tooth paste. I need to go get a few things this week. Are you having trouble sleeping? My mind goes straight to the 24th. But I am most definitely excited this is finally happening.

So sorry.. this is a VERY long update on what I have been doing these last several months!!

GOALS -
My goal is 145 now... It was originally 150 but now that I am dancing between 147-149, I changed my goal to 145.

EXERCISE -
After surgery I never worked out, although I wish I did. I am doing random TaeBo here and there, but nothing serious..
I do find it a lot easier to jog now. I jog to my car from my apartment sometimes to get something I need. Before I didn't make it all the way without running out of air but now it's SO easy.

WEIGHT -
My weight hasn't changed since December... Would I call that a stall? I don't know because I'm very happy at my current weight although I would like to lose 20 more pounds because when I get pregnant, I'll want to gain weight without a worry... Yes, I will try to get pregnant soon before the recommended 18 months. I've discussed it with my doctor. I am more than excited I will finally be a mother hopefully before I turn 35 which is when it's high risk for birth defects.

FOOD -
I eat a lot when my period is coming and regular on non period days.. but I never gain weight... I hardly eat sweets.. I just snack on fruits and veggies.. mostly jicama or mangos.. I drink AT LEAST 32oz of Water day. I have the very low calorie orange juice sometimes because I get tired of water. I also drink coffee here and there. It's good and I can't stop.

DUMPING -
I only get pre-dumps now... I usually know when to stop.. when I eat sugar such as coffee, cakes, chocolate, Cookies I get the pre-dumps... I don't eat too many sweets but during that special week, I can't help myself. I have absolutely no problems with Constipation, reflux or any other complications.. the only thing I get is pre-dumps after I cause them after sweets.. I always know when to stop eating regular food but when it comes to sweets... I don't know.. also, I experienced​ what it means for food to get stuck.. I had eaten an orange at the time. It was the worst pain ever. Very different from dumping. The last time I had full on dumping episode was back October. I had to leave work early.

CLOTHES -
My brain doesn't believe I am 100 pounds lighter and when I shop, I shop like a plus sized woman.. I am now a size 8/9 which is what I always wanted.. but when I see clothes, my brain says... "Ummmm no, you'll need at least a 12/13 and that will for you tight.." how do I get my brain to believe my eyes!? I bought my first bathing suit size 10-12. When I received it in the mail I tried it on and it was too big. So I got a 6-8 and a 8-10.. my brain keeps telling me that I won't fit the 6-8 but my eyes tell me I'll look hot!

OTHER -
My regular doctor officially changed my chart to normal weight.. it was a big deal for me and I am very happy about it.
My loose skin never bothered me before but now it's starting to bug me. My butt looks like a deflated balloon.. after I have a baby/ies, I plan on dancing around the idea of a butt lift and definitely a breast lift..
I'm still not used to people telling me they want to be skinny like me. Or implying that I am skinny.. it's so new to me.. I was carried by a man for the first time in my life. It was amazing.. I felt like a princess..
Chairs.. I am able to sit in a chair with handles and not feel pain!! In fact, there is space.. and I can always sit Indian style ANYWHERE I sit..
I'm always cold, sometimes I feel pain when I sit because there's no meat/cushion protecting my bones from piercing my skin. I also feel that kind of pain on my shoulder blades. I can see my bones!!! My ribs.. it's truly amazing..

Please let me know your updates and what you guys have been through such as dumping, appearance thoughts, what do you guys eat?

Wow! You guys look amazing! I stopped coming on here because I was afraid my co-workers would find out and I was embarrassed.. but.. I don't know.. I still care but at the same time I don't.. anyway.. here's my updated photos.. I would like to see more of us!!
I bought my first bathing suit.. I'll post that when I take a picture.. soon.. it's my first non-dress bathing suit.. I'm excited.. I hope you guys tell me what you think.. [emoji4]
 

Wow! You guys look amazing! I stopped coming on here because I was afraid my co-workers would find out and I was embarrassed.. but.. I don't know.. I still care but at the same time I don't.. anyway.. here's my updated photos.. I would like to see more of us!!
I bought my first bathing suit.. I'll post that when I take a picture.. soon.. it's my first non-dress bathing suit.. I'm excited.. I hope you guys tell me what you think.. [emoji4]
 

Update: I had my RNYGB yesterday. Surgery went well. Things took close to 3 hours, but turned out very good. So far, no complications or complaints. I'm trying to breathe deeply since my lungs are still coming back. I've been walking too. It's tender and tight, but I have been moving! Nurses and staff have been great as well. No nausea/vomiting (I'm keeping my fingers crossed on this one). Dr. Started me on liquids and I kept them down no problem. Heading home from hospital now. Thanks to everyone for al the love and support!

This isn't very good...but gives you an idea how happy I am.

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You look so happy and I hope this doesn't offend you but so much younger...I say that with endearment because as I look at side by side of myself I said wow I looked older than I was at 32

Side by side 256 vs 132

HELLOOO!!!
I just wanted to update as of today 3/28/2016, they are still selling the sampler for 16.99 (shipping included). I just called the number and didn't think it would work, but it did. YEY.
They said it was only a one time buy for the variety pack. After that we have to buy a jar. But it is worth to try all the flavors and check which one you like the best.
The number is still 1.866.333..7403 EX 803
They asked where I heard of it and I said BariatricPal and they knew about the site. lol

I'm out. Surgery went well! I'm not in any pain except a tiny bit of gas pain but nothing too bad. The nurses are saying I'm a very easy patient. I haven't used my morphine at all. The nurse pressed it when she woke me up but after that, nothing.
I hope it went this easy for everyone! Let me know! I'm so happy to be sitting on the losers bench! Who else is with me?!

Hi @@gina171
I'm not pup, but I am also getting the RNY. I hope you don't mind my input. When I started this whole thing, i wanted the sleeve. I was set on getting that one over the bypass. After going to all my required classes, i found out that the RNY is better for people who are diabetic and people who live sweets. I am not diabetic, but I have been borderline once upon a time. I personally love cakes, ice cream, Cookies, chocolate, etc.. I'm not too fond of candy. But I can't seem to get enough of cakes.
I learned that your body will reject sugar and eventually I will learn to stay away from sweets altogether to avoid getting sick. This is the main reason I chose it.
The second reason I chose it, is because a lot of people are getting revisions to the bypass. I thought I should just get the RNY to avoid that incase it does happen to me.
My doctor said either one is safe and is good choice.
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Oh well at least you have that. I had to do a 12 week class and if I gained, my doctor would not operate. When I graduated, I had lost 19.6 pounds.
The day of surgery, I laid on a bed and they attached me with my IVs. When they said it's time, I blacked out. Lol. Then I woke up with a breathing mask on my face. I remember it was sooo itchy. A lot of people have bad experiences with recovery. I am very lucky because my recovery was very smooth. I felt normal pain but that is something you deal with on your own. To this day, 7 weeks post-op, I still have not felt hunger pains.
I had nothing but broth, Water and ice chips. The beef tastes the best! Other than that, the nurses check in here and there with meds. I had my own room, which was good because I kept getting up to try to pass gas. Walking didn't work for me. But remember, it does go away. Lol. I cried because I thought I'd have it forever.

I have a few that I am happy about being able to do soon.
*** Sitting on a chair without my arms folded in front of me to hide my flubbers.
*** Being comfortable enough to wear a bathing suit to the beach.
*** Not being so insecure that I need a jacket everywhere I go to hide my body.
*** My back, ankle and knee not hurting anymore.
*** Taking a crazy amount of pictures at places I go to.
I'm tired of being ashamed of my appearance... Good luck to everyone!

Yes @@Shemekasr, I will go shopping tomorrow, I have a list ready and everything. I'm holding off on Protein Powder until after surgery because I know my tastes will change and I want to make sure I will still like the one I have now. But I am SO excited more than anything!! I keep looking at my suit case with all my jeans. I can't wait to leave the tights alone and rock my jeans.

@@yescres07
I SO agree with you... I LOVE crossing my legs without needing to readjust my whole body for comfort.. it feels great!

I work physical labor. I'm on my feet 8-10 hours a day, 5 days a week. I am expected to lift up to 75 pounds or I am considered unable to fulfill my regular duties. With that being said, I feel fantastic! I'm finally JUST overweight. I'm not obese anymore. My BMI is 29.8.. My health is good. My doctor isn't too worried about me anymore like when I was dehydrated.
On a very good note, I am finally confident enough to go on a date. We are going on our first date this Sunday. Wish me luck!!

Keep up the good work! Looking fabulous!

@@yescres07 My last labs were good. My next follow-up appointment is in October. Maybe I'm just in need of a vacation. (only one working day until vacation, yay!)
@@LoveMyBypass Maybe it's me being dehydrated. Sometimes you sweat like a pig beneath all that gear.

Good luck @@LoveMyBypass I have become social myself not as ashamed to meet new people this gift of a new life has been one I'll always be grateful for
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@@yescres07
I SO agree with you... I LOVE crossing my legs without needing to readjust my whole body for comfort.. it feels great!