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danieocean

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  1. danieocean
    That is so nice of you to say, thank you!!!
  2. danieocean
    Thank you so much!!!
  3. danieocean
    You got this girl. My first 2 days were the worst. After the first week I felt a LOT better and by week 2, the pain was gone and I got into a nice little routine. It'll be so worth it. Keep your chin up!! and thank you so much!!!!
  4. danieocean
    Thank you, girl!!! Starting to notice it myself. It's taken a while to feel like I look different in the mirror!
  5. danieocean

    Lost 75 pounds!!

    danieocean replied to susunorm's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    Congratulations, girl! That is amazing! keep up the amazing job! You look beautiful!
  6. danieocean
    I can't believe it, but then again, I can! All this hard work and discipline is paying off. My first milestone was to fit into Victoria's Secret Bra sizes again (the sizes you can actually buy IN store and not online...jerks lol). CHECK! My second was to get under 200 lbs before my vacation to Ireland. We're leaving on Thursday and wouldn't you know it...199 on the dot! CHECK! I started my journey at 299 my first surgeon visit, 284 my last appointment before surgery, then 264 day of surgery (after 2 week liquid diet) and now currently 199. I haven't been under 200 lbs in over 10 years. I feel like my mind has to play catch up with my body, I'm losing and everyone sees it, but I don't see it as much. Nothing I can't talk with my therapist about. Skin is sagging, but not too ad. My arms are totally fine, it's mostly my thighs, tummy and breasts that are looking a tad droopy these days, but it's all good. I've been losing more hair lately, don't know if it will get worse before it gets better....I guess time will tell. In any case, I'm thrilled about my vacation and I'm thrilled to be under 200 lbs! I hope everyone else is doing fantastically and feeling happy and healthy ❤️
  7. danieocean
    Hmmm...Very well could be from irritation from the breathing tube. I would say keep an eye on it and if you don't feel better soon, make a quick trip to the doctor. Make sure it's not a little infection or anything. I hope it heals soon! Glad it's not thrush, I get it all the time and it's miserable!! Feel better! Looks like you're already half way to your goal...you go girl!!!
  8. danieocean
    Also, check your throat and tongue for white patches. I always get the same symptoms from thrush. Usually 'I get them from having to constantly use use inhalers and not rinsing right away. I get some rinses from my dentist (luckily who happens to be my mom) and it clears up in a couple days.
  9. danieocean

    Smells postop

    danieocean replied to missmoe's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Hey there! It took me until I could eat solids again. i think eating more "regular food" de-sensitized me to it all. I could be wrong, but it definitely seemed that way. So a good 6 to 8 weeks and my super smell completely went away. I'm yours will go away soon. I know how annoying it is to have someone walk in a room and immediately smell their breath/cologne/B.O. LOL NOT FUN! This is all worth it, don't you worry!
  10. danieocean

    Excited! Only 10lbs away from being considered just "overweight" on the BMI chart instead of "obese". While I don't heavily rely on sticking to the "BMI" guidelines because every BODY is different, it still feels like an achievement! Also, our vacation to Ireland only 20 days away. Working hard to drop these last 11lbs before the trip to be back in the "100's"! Time will tell :) Hope everyone is happy and healthy!!!

    1. GreenTealael

      GreenTealael

      CONGRATS 🎉

    2. abefroman329

      abefroman329

      Way to go!

  11. danieocean
    Hey there beautiful ladies! I hope everyone is well and happy on their weight loss journey. I had my surgery in October of 2018 and am down a total of 86 pounds so far, my goal is to hit 175 and start trying for a baby. I was diagnosed with PCOS a few years back after I ruptured 3 large cysts and had a nasty infection in my belly. Since then, I've been coping with the diagnosis. And, at that point at least was given an understanding as why after trying to get pregnant for so long...I just wouldn't. I'm not the gal with PCOS who doesn't get a period, I get them irregularly and sometimes several times a month. I shown own stock in Tampax. Anywho...since the surgery I have been rupturing cyst after cyst. Last month I had one the size of a tennis ball rupture after trying to put the star on the top of our Christmas tree. FUN! TMI...sorry. It honestly feels like they're rupturing constantly and I'm super bloated. While my weight continues to drop (HALLELUJAH), my periods remain irregular and my belly just seems bigger. I'm thinking water weight. Then I'm conflicted...do I take a water pill? At the very same time, I don't want to run the risk of getting dehydrated. I'm rambling. OK, so after visiting my GYN, she told me that estrogen is stored in our fat and when we drop a lot of weight in a short amount of time, it dumps heaps of estrogen into our system. Causing me to form more cysts. I'm confused, I thought my fertility was supposed to sky rocket? Not make me a cyst factory! If you took the time to read this...thank you. I'm nearly 3 months post op and maybe slightly impatient, frustrated and hormonal. There's no one in my life I can relate to, and I just to be a mommy so desperately. Wondering if anyone had the same experience post-op and what your journey has been like. Hope everyone had a fantastic new year and a lovely holiday!!! ❤️
  12. danieocean

    I've got the flu and in another stall. Why are these stalls so infuriating? One week now 221. UGH.  Already been there, done that but still frustrated. Hoping everyone is staying healthy and happy! XO! 

    1. GreenTealael

      GreenTealael

      Get well soon 🎈

  13. danieocean
    I can't believe it already happened! I can fit in a Victoria's Secret bra! I'm soooo excited I cried at the mall. This was a milestone I thought would be way down the road! How is everyone doing with short and long term goals/milestones? I'm almost 2 months post-op and enjoying all the perks to my weightloss...and whining about the bad Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app
  14. danieocean

    Hitting those goals!

    danieocean replied to danieocean's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    You go girl!! We're around the same place in our weight loss too! Feels soooo good to toss out the 3x's before I knew it I'm now in an XL!!!! Crazy! I realized when my leggings were sagging and my mother mentioned my pants were so baggy it looked like had "pooped my pants"...it was time to shop for some new clothes LOL
  15. danieocean

    Smells postop

    danieocean replied to missmoe's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Same here! I can tell what everyone has eaten during the day. I can smell everything!!! I wonder if this I'd what it's like when you're pregnant? Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app
  16. danieocean

    The stall officially broke yesterday and I'm down to 234! So 3lbs lost in 2 days! HALLELUJAH!

    1. Leia

      Leia

      Yay!!! Congrats!! Stalls are the worst.

    2. danieocean

      danieocean

      Thank you, Ladies! OMG I was losing my mind!!! Down to 229 today, body's back in gear.

    3. deadmanwalking

      deadmanwalking

      awesome!

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  17. danieocean

    My weight will JUST NOT BUDGE. I'm annoyed. This stall sucks. Can stress alone trigger a stall? I'm 237, have been for...oh 10 days now. I'm doing everything else I need to, but am more stressed than I have been. 

    1. KimTriesRNY

      KimTriesRNY

      You will stall. I’ve had stalls for over three weeks at a time. The lower you get, the longer it will take to lose the pounds. Just keep to the program, it will come off. It’s discouraging but everyone goes through it! 🤗

  18. danieocean

    Stuck in a stall, been 237 for a few days. Sucks! But good news, I no longer fit in a 2XL leggings or shirts. Back to XL in shirts and leggings!!! :) WOO!

    1. Orchids&Dragons

      Orchids&Dragons

      Feels great, doesn't it? Congrats! And track those measurements! I'd rather see inches disappear than pounds any day!

  19. danieocean

    Going through a lot of personal issues...came to visit my mom to try and figure out what I need to do. I'm really experiencing that head hunger I keep hearing about. In my lowest moments I feel most hungry. My stomach hurts like I'm starving. Trying to get in and see a therapist ASAP. Just really struggling to keep it all together. It's really weird to feel like this and not have food...I feel lost. SOunds so ridiculous. Sorry to be a downer, just been a hell of a day. 😕

    1. Missouri-Lee's Summit

      Missouri-Lee's Summit

      Nothing you've said sounds ridiculous. Anything complicating your life is important and matters. I'm glad to hear that you are seeking out the help of a therapist. Many people try to ignore problems until they become overwhelmed by them... or they allow the stigma of seeing a therapist prevent them from getting help... or, unfortunately, they don't have access to a mental health professional.

      Good on you for visiting your mother and asking for help. As a mother of four adult children, it feels nice to still be needed. My own mother is going through the early stages of dementia now and I'm terrified of the day when she might not even recognize me. Treasure your parents. The older you get, the more you realize how fragile and fleeting life can be. (Talk about being a downer!)

      I hope your personal issues became more manageable soon. Try to stay strong, but never be afraid to ask for help. :)

    2. danieocean

      danieocean

      Thank you so much for your response. I still very much need my mom. It's nice to come home and have time to sort things out and talk with her about everything. I have no shame in seeing a therapist or recommending it to other people...they really can help! Trying my best every day, actually noticing my first stall...wondering if stress can trigger it? In any case, I'll stay on track.

      I am so sorry to hear about your mother! That breaks my heart, I hope that never happens, and if it does know that she's still there. What an awful disease, my heart goes out to you and your family!

      Thank you again for your sweetness and kind words, it's nice to be able to share and get support in the bad times especially!!!

  20. danieocean
    So my family is over for the evening and ordered pizza...and Coke. Ughhhh. I love them but I want to punch them and their metabolisms. I kid, I kid. LOL The smell of pizza id driving me crazy!!! It's not even good pizza either...it's Pizza Hut! Does this craving ever go away? I seriously feel like a friggin drug addict biting my nails waiting for them to put it away so I don't have to keep smelling it. I don't want them to stop living their lives because of me. But dang it, this is hard. I've stuck to my guns, haven't given in. I know this is an addiction, and like I've said before, I take it one meal at a time. I am so eager to change and put that part of my life behind me. Food never made me happy, it actually made me incredibly unhappy. Ok, vent over. I'll just sit here and sip my protein soup....🤪
  21. danieocean

    As of today, I have lost 60lbs since my journey began (first WLS appt)! Most of that weight has been lost in October,  since I weighed 282 on 10/2 and I now weigh 239, (25lbs down since surgery). I can't believe it! Wish my clothes would be falling off, but not quite there yet. I'm super excited about the progress I've made so far and even more motivated to lose, especially before vacation :)

     

    1. ProudGrammy

      ProudGrammy

      hey newbie - you are doing great - keep up the good job!!

      congrats kathy

    2. FluffyChix

      FluffyChix

      Congrats! That's fabulous!!!

  22. danieocean
    A lot of this will be explained when you see a nutritionist for the first time if you decide to start your WLS journey First, WLS is a tool, not magic. It's a way to get your weight off quickly and a way to learn better habits, i.e. moderation. (I think most of us wouldn't be here If we had a handle on that, including yours truly). Right after surgery your body isn't able to process food the same way. Eating comes in stages. Liquids, pureed foods, soft foods and finally solids. When your body is resetting and you try to put in junk like pizza for example, your new tummy can't handle it and you may wind up having dumping syndrome (worth a Google). Eventually, sure you can eat that stuff again in moderation if you choose. Hoping in my case I just won't crave it eventually. This is such an investment of your time, energy and money...in the end it's hard but not worth it. Even though I whine about pizza, the thought eventually fades. Or i come on here and whine. Lol BTW...Carbonation, however is not our friend after surgery Gas HURTS. It also stretches out your stomach...no bueno! Hope that helps and wish you all the best! Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app
  23. danieocean
    Never tried a chicken crust! I'll have to give that a go. Thank you!!! And best of luck on your journey. It's not easy but shedding this weight makes it worth it each day Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app
  24. danieocean
    I agree, so many mind games! Thank you so much for the link! I'll be researching the alternatives big time!! Did your sense of smell heighten after surgery? I feel like mine did and I can smell what everyone is making fo dinner every night LOL...maybe I'm crazy!Thank you for your encouragement, its nice to come here and just let it out to the people who are going through the same stuggles!!! [emoji172] Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app
  25. danieocean

    Post op pain - be honest

    danieocean replied to tahoegirl96118's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    I'm a total wuss. The pain 2 days after surgery was pretty bad. I went in thinking itll be nothing...it was something! I think going in with the expectation that you'll be uncomfortable would be better than going in thinking it will be a breeze, like I did. A week later I was almost totally back to normal. Just a little soreness in my belly. My doctor gave me norco for the first week mainly to help me sleep Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app

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