Rylopez

Hi Brittany1225,
Great news. I give you my prospective on both. Back in 2006 when I did my research on WLS it was Gastric Bypass or LapBand that was buzzing, there wasn't a whole lot of resources or material for GS. In my case I did not qualify for GB, Banding was the best choice. It worked, but I've had my share of issues with the Lapband, if given the choice now I definitely choose Gastric Sleeve. Unfortunately with my current BMI 33.5 for insurance purposes I do not qualify for the GS, that's why my surgeon had to replace the port portion of the band. Six months not unusual, and it goes by very quick, taking advantage of the nutritional weight loss plan is a great tool you will use everyday, I joined WW last year and really enjoy my weekly support group gatherings. I enjoy cooking, but now I cook much healthier, my family eats what I cook, and on board with most of the meal, what they don't like (cereal is in the panty). Life changes will come and go, how you handle your food intake will be a huge difference. Do not wait until 4 weeks before surgery to make changes, Start now. Make the path a smooth as possible. Once you start making better food choices now, (despacito) by the time surgery gets here you won't think twice. And transition will be easier. Take advantage of the great weather and start walking outside. I love to dance, (Weeepppaaa) Zumba I make it my party...is great for me, at times I get there 30 minutes prior to the class and stretch a bit, and get on the treadmill slow-just to get the blood circulating. Now I spend about 2 hours at the gym 4-5 times a week. If your family and friends know about your WLS it will be easier for them to understand watching you make better choices now , then suddenly watching you run to the nearest restroom because some you ate made you ill, wonder what's wrong with you cause suddenly your whole face/body is changing. (once the weight begin to come down your entire body will change.) I was very open about my WLS from the beginning, many were against but respected my decision, and backed off. Growing up in a Puerto Rican/Spaniard household was not easy, (eat until your plate is empty) and every time you turned your head someone was adding more food to your plate. Gave you a lot of information, hope its helpful.
Aqui estoy para ajudarla,
RyLopez

Hello, First consult with your WL surgeon's, make sure there are no medical issues with the band. I've had my share of them. If they have a nutritionist on staff talk them, they are very helpful in getting you back on track. Tracking your food intake is helpful. Keep a small note pad in your bag or use your phone. What are you doing now, that is different from when you originally started loosing weight, For me when I had no restriction, was eating foods I had stayed away from for so long. And the weight creeps back on very quickly. Need to get 35 lbs. off, I know my surgeon will take it slow, I'm one week post op (my port was replaced it had a leak) and anxious to get back to gym. Hopefully when I see her on Wed she's let me return to the gym.
Good luck, Rylopez

Good morning everyone, surgery went well. My surgeon only had to replace the port. She filled me with 1cc of Fluid. Yesterday I maintained clear liquid diet. Today I can try soft food.

I hope everything goes well for you.

Hi Brittany1225, Regardless of the outcome stay positive. Besides being a Bariatric patient, I was lucky enough to have worked in their office for a while and was able to learn and understand a lot. Stay positive, let me know the outcome and I will help you through it as best as possible.
Tranquila!! 👍

Good morning everyone, surgery went well. My surgeon only had to replace the port. She filled me with 1cc of Fluid. Yesterday I maintained clear liquid diet. Today I can try soft food.

Good Luck!

Good morning everyone. Today Sunday feeling pretty good. Still sore but moving around more. Ate 1/2 cup of scrambled eggs with cup of coffee ☕️. Returning to work tomorrow, today I'll be home relaxing.

Good morning everyone, surgery went well. My surgeon only had to replace the port. She filled me with 1cc of Fluid. Yesterday I maintained clear liquid diet. Today I can try soft food.

I have just had my first fill in 1.5 years. My surgery was performed in May 2014. I lost over 108 lbs and I was so proud of myself. Here's the bad part, I became over confident in myself, thought I could start eating a few things here and there that I knew were bad for me but of course I thought I was invincible. I never went back to the doctor because I felt so embarrassed as the weight creeped back on. Well fast forward to today, I have gained back 55 lbs. of my 108 lb. loss and feel like a complete failure. I have picked myself up though and went back to the doctor today, had a fill and I'm restarting my weight loss journey all over again. Just want to tell everyone to not give into the temptation if you've lost a lot of weight because here I am 1.5 years later 55 lbs. heavier. I WILL lose this weight and get to my goal again. It's good to be back on bariatric pal. This was always such a great support system for me. Thanks for listening