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passion4film got a reaction from Strivingforbetter in Are you happy?
The surgery changed my life for the better. I am still me, but a happier, healthier, more active me. A more confident me. It's no piece of cake (ha) but it's sooooo worth it!
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passion4film got a reaction from Sharon B A in DS statistics
Thank you! Good luck with everything!!!
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passion4film reacted to istytehcrawk in Backup birth control/using a second type?
I understand the concern about IUDs, but why are you against the implants? I've had one for going on three years (will get it replaced in August) and it's been a godsend. No periods (other than at first, while my body was getting used to it) and no hassle.
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passion4film got a reaction from watsongirl17 in Backup birth control/using a second type?
My primary is a family doctor, so she's my GYN as well. I was told Patches are 91% when used averagely, 99% when used perfectly. But considering the use of two options - physical barrier and hormonal barrier - the odds have got to be greater than 91% or 85% when combined - doesn't that make sense? I mean, I know all it takes is one swimmer, but there's no way the statistics don't combine in some way when using two methods.
I won't use an kind of insert or implant, and I can't take birth control pills, unfortunately, due to my malabsorption. My options are slim.
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passion4film got a reaction from Clementine Sky in Final pant/dress size?
I know, I know, the sizes shouldn't matter, really. But I'm curious where everyone who has gotten to goal has rounded out, size-wise, compared to where you started.
I started at a size 28 and am 3 months post-op. I've lost around 78 lbs. and am down to a size 18; these size 18s are starting to get loose. I am astounded constantly by this turn of events because I was definitely not a size 18 at 240 lbs. on the way up! It's so interesting how bariatric bodies are different from normal ones!
So where did you finish up in sizes? At this rate, I may blow my dream 'size 10' out of the water!
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passion4film got a reaction from Clementine Sky in Final pant/dress size?
I know, I know, the sizes shouldn't matter, really. But I'm curious where everyone who has gotten to goal has rounded out, size-wise, compared to where you started.
I started at a size 28 and am 3 months post-op. I've lost around 78 lbs. and am down to a size 18; these size 18s are starting to get loose. I am astounded constantly by this turn of events because I was definitely not a size 18 at 240 lbs. on the way up! It's so interesting how bariatric bodies are different from normal ones!
So where did you finish up in sizes? At this rate, I may blow my dream 'size 10' out of the water!
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passion4film got a reaction from CamillaCallie in Final pant/dress size?
I've actually worked out officially very little, but my energy is up (after the initial recovery, and due to the initial weight loss) so I am moving around more and doing more! It's mainly just diet and the wonderful honeymoon period post-op! Congrats!
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passion4film got a reaction from jessgnc in Is this my new normal?
I get really loud rumbles - I'm 3 months out. I used to be a once-a-day evening pooper. Like clockwise after work at 6pm. Instantly after the surgery I became a once-a-day morning pooper - within 10 minutes of waking up. I hate it; I liked being an evening pooper. ANYWAY - your body is adjusting. You'll fall into a rhythm that works for your body, overall. Hopefully it doesn't mean continued middle-of-the-night poops!
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passion4film got a reaction from CamillaCallie in Final pant/dress size?
I've actually worked out officially very little, but my energy is up (after the initial recovery, and due to the initial weight loss) so I am moving around more and doing more! It's mainly just diet and the wonderful honeymoon period post-op! Congrats!
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passion4film got a reaction from Clementine Sky in Final pant/dress size?
I know, I know, the sizes shouldn't matter, really. But I'm curious where everyone who has gotten to goal has rounded out, size-wise, compared to where you started.
I started at a size 28 and am 3 months post-op. I've lost around 78 lbs. and am down to a size 18; these size 18s are starting to get loose. I am astounded constantly by this turn of events because I was definitely not a size 18 at 240 lbs. on the way up! It's so interesting how bariatric bodies are different from normal ones!
So where did you finish up in sizes? At this rate, I may blow my dream 'size 10' out of the water!
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passion4film got a reaction from vcalvillo90 in Final pant/dress size?
Thank you!!! What an astounding job you’ve done!!!
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passion4film got a reaction from vcalvillo90 in Final pant/dress size?
Thank you!!! What an astounding job you’ve done!!!
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passion4film got a reaction from Clementine Sky in Final pant/dress size?
I know, I know, the sizes shouldn't matter, really. But I'm curious where everyone who has gotten to goal has rounded out, size-wise, compared to where you started.
I started at a size 28 and am 3 months post-op. I've lost around 78 lbs. and am down to a size 18; these size 18s are starting to get loose. I am astounded constantly by this turn of events because I was definitely not a size 18 at 240 lbs. on the way up! It's so interesting how bariatric bodies are different from normal ones!
So where did you finish up in sizes? At this rate, I may blow my dream 'size 10' out of the water!
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passion4film got a reaction from vcalvillo90 in Final pant/dress size?
Thank you!!! What an astounding job you’ve done!!!
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passion4film got a reaction from vcalvillo90 in Final pant/dress size?
Thank you!!! What an astounding job you’ve done!!!
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passion4film reacted to James Marusek in Final pant/dress size?
I was a size 3X in shirts down to a size small and size 46 in pants down to a size 33.
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passion4film reacted to BDME in Final pant/dress size?
That’s very interesting! I am only a few weeks post and I started at a size 18 but I was 295. Crazy how everyone’s body is shaped and proportioned differently!
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passion4film reacted to Bobby'sGirl in Final pant/dress size?
I had my surgery 8/15/16 I started at 341 wearing a size 30-32 pants. And 4x top. As of today I am now 127lbs and wear anywhere from a 1 to 5 pants and small to medium top. Congratulations on your loss!! Keep up the great work.
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passion4film reacted to Half-Tum in How do you know when you're full?
Why would a doctor tell you to eat ANY fast food at all? Why would you want to put that back into your body after doing something this serious? I just don't get it.
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passion4film reacted to Lexington1020 in What a whirlwind! Surgery on July 19!
Love that!! @passion4filmso glad things went well!
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passion4film got a reaction from Lexington1020 in What a whirlwind! Surgery on July 19!
All went well! Full duodenal switch performed!
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passion4film got a reaction from Lexington1020 in What a whirlwind! Surgery on July 19!
Eeeeeek! It's today!!! Wish me luck! Headed to the hospital now!
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passion4film reacted to sprysmeow in What a whirlwind! Surgery on July 19!
I will be going to Loyola
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passion4film reacted to Lexington1020 in What a whirlwind! Surgery on July 19!
WOW....that is so amazing! I am very excited for you and happy! Keep us posted!