NYJenn

No ?

I didn’t tell anyone besides my parents and husband

If you have any predisposition for reflux you should get the bypass

@FluffyChix Look at this reading!!! What the hell?

I’d have to prick my finger ??

I remember having the dreaded headache and just being tired from lack of calories, but otherwise the 7 day liquid diet wasn’t that difficult. I felt empowered, like I was taking the next big step toward my surgery

I’ve never heard of a glucose monitor, where would I get one?

I had to bring mine

I don’t feel like a champ...I feel like a woman who somewhat destroyed a Dunkin Donuts bathroom. Sad face

Correct, but it’s my understanding (others might disagree) that purées are more like tuna or shredded chicken, not just taking regular foods and blending them up. I could take a Big Mac and blend it up, but that’s not what I would consider a “purée” I just want people to make the most of their WLS

So much sodium! Drinks loads of water. Also, I’d advice against puréeing any further meals, just because you CAN eat it, doesn’t mean you should

I’m just over a year out from bypass and generally have had smooth sailing. However, today I had a Cobb salad for lunch. Not 45 mins later I was running (hobbling) to the restroom, sweating, groaning, clenching my cheeks and praying I’d make it (I did, I’m such a big girl) A few hours after that, my blood sugar tanked and I was shaking, heart racing, dizzy, etc. The only thing I can think is maybe the dressing had loads of sugar/fat in it that I’m not used to. Regardless, it was a gentle (ahem) reminder that my insides still make the rules. If you need me, I’ll be drinking about 60 more Oz of water. What a day...

That really doesn’t seem like that much, they probably just aren’t used to seeing this side of you and its shocking.

What’s your exercise routine like?

I’m a year out and a weigh myself daily. I understand though that weight can fluctuate based on lots of factors, so I don’t obsess

At my last post op support group, the nurse told us that a “pouch reset” does not prevent or fix stretching. Once you’ve stretched it out, that’s it...it doesn’t go back. Something to think about

Attended my 20 year HS reunion last night. Someone told me I didn’t need a name tag, because “you look exactly the same” I’ll take it ?

Thursday errands with the kids (flute lesson, Doctor appt, Target, and lunch)

Didn’t have one

It’s sort of a cardinal rule of WLS, I would follow it

Mine was 30 but insurances and doctors differ

I’ve heard it’s safer then hip replacement, look up some stats and show him how safe it is

You are embarking on a new chapter of your life. In order to do so, you need to cut ties with your old habits. I’m a year out and couldn’t fathom eating a sub sandwich, you can have the burger without a bun, pizza is iffy. Make sure you are ready for this, it’s a huge step, but a positive one. Best of luck

Mine was $19,000...I’ve never heard of anything close to $350k

Malabsorption is part of any bypass procedure. I had the bypass and have been very successful, 124 lbs gone