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Just thought I would show you my progress pics. The first one is 2 week pre-op 367lbs and the second one was two weeks ago  

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1) welcome!!!!
2) congrats on starting your process and your
journey (the starting line may seem overwhelming, but the finish line feels amazing and you all WILL make it to the finish line)
3) wishing each and every one of you continued and long term success!!! You got this, even when you think you don't, you really do.
4) if you ever need anything, don't hesitate to ask

8 months post op and 136 pounds gone forever!!! Highest weight was 398. Weight surgery day was 345 and today I’m at 209 patiently waiting to hit ONEderland!!!

Hi all, I just walked in the door from discharge about an hour ago. I really wanted to post because as I was pre-op and reading forums it was pretty scary (for the most part) about the immediate after of surgery. I'm guessing it's like many things, people only post when they have an issue.
My surgery and post op have been nearly amazing; I had a full bypass and hernia repair yesterday via laparoscopic procedure, December 6th at around 9:00am and so far everything has been pretty darn good. There really isn't a great deal of pain to speak of, consuming the small amounts of liquid is an adjustment but easy enough. I've already had one full Premier Protein shake today spaced out at around 15 minute intervals and walked about an 1/8th of a mile yesterday and 1/4 today while in the hospital. I'm not experiencing terrible gas pains or heavy nausea. Truly, the worst pain I've had was from urinating yesterday afternoon when the catheter was removed and that's pretty much better today.
I know this is a journey, I know the potential for issues and opportunities will certainly arise from this new lifestyle but for me and I'm certain others don't be alarmed by the post op stories, everyone's experience is different and mine has been amazingly low pain / low stress.
Good luck!

Yeah, I was just on Amazon yesterday with my GF who also had WLS back in July. The prices seem reasonable I’m going to go back on today!

Of course we're going to check on you! My holiday was boring, didn't do any shopping, very quiet. And I've been looking at the support garments on Amazon. Guess I should order one before I ever get a date, lol. Glad you are doing well and that the holiday went smoothly [emoji4]

@FluffyChix thank you! And I'm am happy with my choice of surgeon, he is very informative and both he and his staff are very friendly and helpful. RNY is definitely a better choice for people with GERD and other tummy problems. Also praying that everything goes well for you! Good luck and best wishes!

Of course we're going to check on you! My holiday was boring, didn't do any shopping, very quiet. And I've been looking at the support garments on Amazon. Guess I should order one before I ever get a date, lol. Glad you are doing well and that the holiday went smoothly [emoji4]

Congrats! Awesome job!

So I have been below BMI 30 for a few weeks now and finally wanted to share some pictures... I still want to lose around 30 lbs, but we'll see how that goes.
Before


Now
 

Congrats! You look great!

Finally got surgery date 1/9/2018 I am so excited !

Its insane how this weight just melts away so quickly.
hw:274 lbs
sw:232 lbs
cw:195 lbs
It feels damn good to wake up and not b in pain due to back pain and aches and pains. my G boobs are now a DD. omg life just keeps getting better. lost 37lbs but i see the difference can u??? 
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12 months and I was griping about 7?!! I know the time will fly, I just have to stop being impatient. Will definitely check out the app when I get a date. Best wishes!

You shut your damn mouth like right now. After 3 weeks of waiting after insurance submittal, I just received the call that I was approved for the bypass!
The LONGEST 11 months of my life
That is all. Carry on

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Of course we're going to check on you! My holiday was boring, didn't do any shopping, very quiet. And I've been looking at the support garments on Amazon. Guess I should order one before I ever get a date, lol. Glad you are doing well and that the holiday went smoothly [emoji4]

Thought about you today, hope you're still recovering well! Happy Holidays to you and yours!

Awwwww...you guys in this forum are the absolute best! Thanks for checking up on me. [emoji18] The holidays went well, i was still at my moms recuperating when all the family came over. I’m feeling much better now and I have my support garments to thank for that lol. How was your holiday? Did you get any Black Friday shopping done?

Thought about you today, hope you're still recovering well! Happy Holidays to you and yours!

@FluffyChix thank you! And I'm am happy with my choice of surgeon, he is very informative and both he and his staff are very friendly and helpful. RNY is definitely a better choice for people with GERD and other tummy problems. Also praying that everything goes well for you! Good luck and best wishes!

@AnisaLeah Gosh, your surgeon is so smart! Congrats on putting that together!
I chose RNY because of co-morbidities and the presence of GERD and stomach inflammation. I felt like I needed the malabsorptive properties of RNY. Now I'm just crossing fingers and praying that all goes well!
Good luck! It really sounds like you're gonna have success!!!

I am currently doing the insurance requirements to have wls. I went into this thinking I wanted the sleeve but started being open to bypass. After talking to my PCP and my surgeon about my concerns I have decided on bypass. I have a family history of diabetes and high blood pressure (I have neither) that I'd like to prevent myself from having. Also, I have minor GERD so sleeve was definitely out of the question. Lastly, I don't really have an appetite in the first place so my surgeon identified that as a metabolism problem and said the sleeve is better for people who have the tendency to overeat. He says bypass would help with my metabolism problem. In any event, I won't know if I will be approved and get a date until May. Good luck and best wishes!

I am currently doing the insurance requirements to have wls. I went into this thinking I wanted the sleeve but started being open to bypass. After talking to my PCP and my surgeon about my concerns I have decided on bypass. I have a family history of diabetes and high blood pressure (I have neither) that I'd like to prevent myself from having. Also, I have minor GERD so sleeve was definitely out of the question. Lastly, I don't really have an appetite in the first place so my surgeon identified that as a metabolism problem and said the sleeve is better for people who have the tendency to overeat. He says bypass would help with my metabolism problem. In any event, I won't know if I will be approved and get a date until May. Good luck and best wishes!

I am currently doing the insurance requirements to have wls. I went into this thinking I wanted the sleeve but started being open to bypass. After talking to my PCP and my surgeon about my concerns I have decided on bypass. I have a family history of diabetes and high blood pressure (I have neither) that I'd like to prevent myself from having. Also, I have minor GERD so sleeve was definitely out of the question. Lastly, I don't really have an appetite in the first place so my surgeon identified that as a metabolism problem and said the sleeve is better for people who have the tendency to overeat. He says bypass would help with my metabolism problem. In any event, I won't know if I will be approved and get a date until May. Good luck and best wishes!