kristieshannon

Do you have Pho restaurants in your area? The most satisfying thing to me while I was on liquids only was beef Pho broth. Warm, yummy, and helped me make it through that stage.

Thank you everyone ? This is my lowest weight that I can remember as an adult. 39.9 lbs to go until (what I think is) my goal, although that number may be re-evaluated once I get there. I’m very excited for my six month follow up visit with my surgeon next week to go over my lab results and progress.

Try senna or milk of magnesia.

I’m so excited! Started this journey about a year ago, was 286 at my highest. Surgery 8/12. Hit Onederland this morning! I’m so thrilled with my results :)

You can lift weights to tone your arm muscles, and after you hit goal you may see some slight forming up over time. However, surgery is the only way to get rid of the extra skin post massive weight loss.

I have the occasional sip of my husbands Coke Zero, but don’t do it on a regular basis. No issues with the small amount I have.

I don’t like plain water either. I drink vitamin water zero.

I don’t see people here making excuses to eat junk-I see people making good plans to stay with healthy stuff during a real life situation. Good job to those planning ahead to stay on track! We’ll have a veggie tray, deli meat tray, and cheese tray that I’m planning to pick from at our party. Maybe a couple pieces of fruit too. And I’m stocking up on vitamin water zero as well, but will fit in a glass of wine by running on the treadmill in the morning before the party.

Thank you, I’m really hoping to stay closer to home.

Hello- I've lost 80 lbs with another 40 to go til goal. I'm saving up for all the plastic surgery I'm going to want/need, which will include a lower body lift, breast lift, and arm lift. I live just north of Seattle. My insurance will pay for a panniculectomy only, so most of the costs will be out of pocket. I'm considering getting this done out of the country to save on costs, but don't love the idea of flying soon after surgery. I'm considering Vancouver, BC because it is only a 2 hour drive away. Has anyone priced PS in Canada? I imagine the cost might be similar, but there may be savings with our favorable exchange rate. I'd love to hear of anyone who has had their PS in Canada, specifically about cost. Also, if anyone has had PS in Vancouver I'd love recommendations for a surgeon. It's close enough, and I head up there frequently enough anyway for weekend get-aways that getting consultations done there won't be problematic. Thanks in advance for your input!

I’m down 86 lbs since surgery. This weekend my husband and I travelled to the LA area. We’ve walked at least 8 miles each day while here. I have NO pain in my feet, legs, and back. No way I could have done this a year ago. Plus, as an extra bonus, I had room to spare with my seatbelt on the plane and no fear of not fitting on the rides at Six Flags and Disneyland :)

I do every day. No issues with it.

I think I had half of one about 2 months out. I’m now 5 months out and have only had them a couple times.

I keep a premier protein bar in my purse just for emergencies. They’re too high in carbs and calories to fit in my plan regularly.

I’m in the Seattle area too! I had my surgery at Swedish in August. I’d love to meet up with others in the area for coffee and maybe some Green Lake walks once the weather is nicer!

Caffeine restrictions vary from doctor to doctor. Mine is ok with me having caffeinated coffee or tea.

And congratulations on the new boyfriend ?

I would not worry about it. The IUD is very, very effective.

Gorgeous kiddos! That’s an excellent “why”.

Female, 49 yrs 5’4” Starting weight 286 VSG 8/12/19 Current weight 208

Some docs say no to it because caffeinated beverages can have a mild diuretic effect ( although more recent studies show this is less than previously thought). Mine said as long as I’m getting my daily allotment of non caffeinated beverages my daily coffee is just fine.

Do you have a smart TV or a streaming device? There are work out videos for free of every kind on You Tube.

I’m 4 months out and cold all the time. We’ve lost our insulation!

I find better options on the appetizer menu. Kids menus are usually fried junk. Steak tips or prawn cocktail are my favorite high protein items commonly found on the appetizer menu.

I was not given any restriction. I think we waited about 3 days post op. No problems whatsoever.