Aysla

It's all about your health my dear. You only get one life to live and someone being selfish enough to stop you from making a better choice for your own standard of living is not someone you should want in your corner. May 8th is a very lucky day, that was when I had mine last year. Good luck on your journey and remember this is about you.

I had many reasons, but the only one that mattered was that I needed to do it for me. You see I had a lot of insecurities. An ex husband that said he did not want to be married to a fat person. Seeing family at a funeral and they all said I look like my grandma. She was short and obese as well. Couldn't walk without being out of breath, constant back aches, Pre diabetic and geez the most embarrassing was constantly wearing out the crotch of my jeans, because ya know them thick thighs... etc. Finally I decided that I am only in my early 40's. With both my children grown, I can do better than this. Its time for a change. This has been the single most important and best decision I have ever made. I am making progress, working toward being the best me I can be.

I use the Fitbit Aria.. Its sleek and I love how it sends my measurements via wifi directly to my phone apps and I can keep track of the progress without writing it down.

On 8/20/2017 at 9:11 PM, Hazel_eyez said:

8 mos post-op and 113 lbs down, 17 lbs to goal weight

Way to go! I love that black butler shirt your wearing.

I have similar issues but mine is not related to this particular surgery. I have adhesions on my right side from a prior hysterectomy in 2007 and when they stick... lord it really does feel worse than child birth. It lasts for a week or so. Constipation is a trigger. I used to take Aleve and that would quickly take care of the pain, but now since we cannot have NSAIDS I have to take Tylenol as soon as I feel it coming on. The pain radiates down my right leg. I have had every single test and they all came up with nothing. Having another surgery to remove the adhesions is out of the question since it can create more and I refuse to take anything stronger than over the counter meds, so I just deal with the pain best I can until it passes and then I am all good again.

21 minutes ago, BigDog Bryan said:

I have said this in another thread - and it still holds true. Tell people to Inform them, NOT to Affirm you. This is an individual choice and an individual journey. Courage should be embraced and admired - as many testimonials on this site can attest.

The people who don't want you to be happier and healthier are people that you don't need in the long run anyway. If it wasn't your surgery, it would be something else that would have caused them to move on. Either way, You are the better for the decision You have made - BRAVO!!

Ditto... the best advice out there Bryan. Stay true to your course and keep only the ones who are willing to walk the path with you.

You should probably get a second opinion from a different physician.

12 hours ago, dolechild23 said:

How did everything go??

Everything went surprisingly well. I went by myself to Tijuana. I had a great time, was never in any pain. The staff was great they walked with me and made sure that I was okay the entire time. I am 7 weeks out now and lost 41 lbs so far. I would highly recommend Dr. Illan.

I date sporadically, but figured I would wait a year, heal and then finally put myself out there. I feel like you really do need to be friends with the person you potentially get with or at least have some of the same interests.

I weigh myself everyday. I have the Aria too its fun to watch the graphs and data as it does wirelessly upload into several applications. I don't worry if it goes up or down or stalls it gives me an idea of what foods I need to avoid that might be causing trouble for me. I am only 4 weeks out at this point so adding food weekly I am trying to be cautious about triggers.

Same I started eating them about a week after. I only had one or two a week though.

Congrats and welcome to the losers bench...

Same.. I have learned not to cook hungry always feed yourself first. I have noticed that I am cooking more healthier for them as well.

Charlotte

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Yes talk to your nutritionist but stick with it. You will be glad you did!

5 hours ago, maccc74 said:

Got my time for tomorrow have to be at hospital at 730 am. Cant sleep have too much anxiety. I soon will be on the loser bench! [emoji38]

Good Luck! I know everything will go well

On 4/22/2017 at 10:36 PM, OutsideMatchInside said:

I liked broth with unflavored Protein powder. I got really sick of sweet stuff very fast.

Same I am on day 5 of pre op and Premier just makes me feel sick its so sweet.

I'm looking forward to the clothes and being able to walk short distances without being out of breath. I'm ready to do all the things I have not been able to do.

It was a good day, I am looking forward to this journey and know that it will get easier.

6 minutes ago, Sweet as peaches said:

Okay. I was doing so good I had the hours down to a tee then I got ask to have lunch it was rice Beans octopus salad and pork shoulder spanish style. Why???????? Did I eat it? I did say no to the soda, roll and candy. Thank you @Aysla. I needed that.

Thats okay you can start again...

4 minutes ago, Sweet as peaches said:

The first day and I failed miserably.

No Peaches!!!! we are in this together.. jump back on the train. I'm over here having hallucinations about tasty mexican food and making mean faces at my Protein Shake. Lets make it though the next 48 hours okay?

Just started my all liquid diet today, Was pleasantly surprised that Premier Protein tastes decent..My Surgery is on May 8th

May 8th here

Hi All, I am scheduled for May 8th with Dr. Illan. I am a little nervous and excited.