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For me it was the stacking up of issues: tired all the time, high blood pressure, diabetes and Metformin wasn't getting my blood sugar under control which started to cause issues, high cholesterol, sleep apnea... in the fall I started taking more pills for these things and I decided it was time to get things under control. I was 46, almost 47 and didn't want to start having heart issues or problems from the diabetes quite so soon!

If all goes well I'll be having surgery August/Sept. I'm mom to two kids 7.5 months and 5. Every day I'm back and forth as I make my way through this process. My original hope was to have the sleeve but due to severe GERD I am not a candidate. I'm terrified of RNY from 15 years ago hearing horror stories. But reading more and more I realize that doctors have really perfected this surgery, and the risk of me having a serious complication from obesity is higher than the surgery in general. I have lost and gained 150 lbs in my life. I need something to stop the yoyo, I need something to keep me healthy, I need this tool to make me stay accountable. I need this to stop the horrific GERD that keeps me up at night, despite meds. Repeat repeat repeat everyday

It will seem that way at first, but as you move through the journey, it will get more manageable. Enjoy the journey, take the time to prepare not only your body, but mind and spirit too.

You got this!

I love passing certain milestones in my journey. It makes the process much more meaningful. I made a list of about 25 milestones when I first began, and I still get excited when I am able to check one off!

I think you need to talk with your psych and nut. Everyone has suggested getting back too healthy eating, but you still seem to be looking for someone to tell you it's ok to eat the crap....I think you know the answer yourself, but are reluctant to hear or face it.

You took a major step with the surgery, lost a ton of weight, beat the drinking, you have the ability to stay healthy, so choose the healthier

I think it is best to forget about the number, focus on how you feel. I know I have lost because:
- I had to buy new clothes, my old were too big!
- My back doesn't hurt as much as my belly isn't hanging out like before!
- I bought a new belt because I was tired of drilling in more holes to fit right!
- I am walking everyday 10k steps without knee pain any more!
- my kids can hug me and there arms can wrap all around me now!
- when I see others who haven't seen me in a while, they say "wow! You look great!"
I can go on and on, but think this is a good baseline.
We spent a lot of time, energy and made great sacrifices to take this step, so we could do things & experience things that were difficult or impossible before. That is / should be our motivation...a number is just a number, the benefits however are the reward.
I'd love to hear how others are realizing without the scale.

You've got a point there, about the restriction and it helping you to not gain as much as if you didn't have it. I was thinking though, about the goal weight. I have one set, but I don't think I'll be paying attention to the numbers so much anyhow. I don't weigh myself, even now, so the numbers I can throw out will be entirely what was and is taken at the doctor's office. With that said, the whole number thing is a good indication of where we should be, right? But it really shouldn't be the driving factor to do whatever you can do (diet wise) just to get them off. That's just my opinion.

Congrats! I had mine today the 28th, minimal pain that has been well controlled getting my Water in and walked a bunch. Walking helps tremendously with getting trapped gas out!! Good luck to you!!

I think you need to talk with your psych and nut. Everyone has suggested getting back too healthy eating, but you still seem to be looking for someone to tell you it's ok to eat the crap....I think you know the answer yourself, but are reluctant to hear or face it.

You took a major step with the surgery, lost a ton of weight, beat the drinking, you have the ability to stay healthy, so choose the healthier

Don't worry, its probably a stall. Just keep up with your Protein, Water and make sure you are walking. Try to walk at least 5-10 minutes every hour. Good luck.

Gotcha, it's gonna be here in no time at all!

I am just about three weeks since mine was done, already seeing some great results. Hope to hear about your updates!

For the short term, Protein Shakes, Water, Protein shakes, water...

James, after such change to your body, it is not uncommon to feel like you do. Keep focused on the reasons you did this and the positive changes that are to come. 18 pounds is a great start, and while the weight loss will be great in the long run, think about all of the things you will be able to do that was difficult before.

What are some things that you have always wanted to do before but haven't been able to? Keep positive, your gonna do great!

By the way, walking has been the best thing for my gas. Keep moving!

James, after such change to your body, it is not uncommon to feel like you do. Keep focused on the reasons you did this and the positive changes that are to come. 18 pounds is a great start, and while the weight loss will be great in the long run, think about all of the things you will be able to do that was difficult before.

What are some things that you have always wanted to do before but haven't been able to? Keep positive, your gonna do great!

By the way, walking has been the best thing for my gas. Keep moving!

James, after such change to your body, it is not uncommon to feel like you do. Keep focused on the reasons you did this and the positive changes that are to come. 18 pounds is a great start, and while the weight loss will be great in the long run, think about all of the things you will be able to do that was difficult before.

What are some things that you have always wanted to do before but haven't been able to? Keep positive, your gonna do great!

By the way, walking has been the best thing for my gas. Keep moving!

James, after such change to your body, it is not uncommon to feel like you do. Keep focused on the reasons you did this and the positive changes that are to come. 18 pounds is a great start, and while the weight loss will be great in the long run, think about all of the things you will be able to do that was difficult before.

What are some things that you have always wanted to do before but haven't been able to? Keep positive, your gonna do great!

By the way, walking has been the best thing for my gas. Keep moving!

Have you started Vitamins yet? That may also help

James, after such change to your body, it is not uncommon to feel like you do. Keep focused on the reasons you did this and the positive changes that are to come. 18 pounds is a great start, and while the weight loss will be great in the long run, think about all of the things you will be able to do that was difficult before.

What are some things that you have always wanted to do before but haven't been able to? Keep positive, your gonna do great!

By the way, walking has been the best thing for my gas. Keep moving!

James, after such change to your body, it is not uncommon to feel like you do. Keep focused on the reasons you did this and the positive changes that are to come. 18 pounds is a great start, and while the weight loss will be great in the long run, think about all of the things you will be able to do that was difficult before.

What are some things that you have always wanted to do before but haven't been able to? Keep positive, your gonna do great!

By the way, walking has been the best thing for my gas. Keep moving!

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James, after such change to your body, it is not uncommon to feel like you do. Keep focused on the reasons you did this and the positive changes that are to come. 18 pounds is a great start, and while the weight loss will be great in the long run, think about all of the things you will be able to do that was difficult before.

What are some things that you have always wanted to do before but haven't been able to? Keep positive, your gonna do great!

By the way, walking has been the best thing for my gas. Keep moving!

Check out Bariatriceating.com or theworldaccordingtoeggface.com. Both have great recipes for all meals including Desserts.

Check out Bariatriceating.com or theworldaccordingtoeggface.com. Both have great recipes for all meals including Desserts.

You may want to try elevating your head in bed, or take the zantac or heartburn relief tablet later in the day to get you through the night. Check with the doc too

Thanks to all of you for the help, I appreciated all your advise! Well, I made it! Just over one week out and I'm feeling great! Yes, I had a few rough days but I was surprised how fast my body is adjusting. I am looking forward to soft food, let the count down begin! Haha