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The bright side of being in quarantine after WLS
ChubRub replied to ChubRub's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My #1 reason just got better! My work advised we may continue work at home until August!! If that's the case, they won't even recognize me by the time they all see me again!!! -
Where to start with everything?
ChubRub replied to KellyRenae's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Where are you in NJ? If you are in South Jersey, def check out Dr. Balsama. He was my surgeon and was great, but his staff are just as great, which is really important! They know what needs to be done to get insurance approval, and will hustle to get everything approved. If you aren't in South Jersey, then I would suggest googling to find out who your local bariatric surgeons are. I would look for one who offers multiple classes per month, ideally once or twice a week. To me, this means they do a high volume, but also the more classes they offer, the more flexible it will be for you, and hopefully the quicker you can get in. My guess is there are no in-person classes right now, but hopefully they are doing via Zoom, etc. No need to go to PCP first, but if your insurance requires a referral, call your PCP office to get that before your first class. At the first class, the staff will tell you everything you need to do to get insurance approval (lab work, sleep study, EKG, etc). Good luck!!! -
Nervous About Craving
ChubRub replied to Excited4WLS's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I used to binge on sweets on a daily basis prior to WLS. Now, the thought of most sweets turns my stomach. I was seriously shocked how my taste buds and cravings changed. As for vomiting, it happened a few times in the first 2 months after surgery. It was always from taking one bite too many. When it comes back up, it's not like gross vomit/stomach bile, etc, it's just chewed up food coming back up. After it came back up, I felt better actually. It taught me to listen to my body, eat slower, and stop as soon as I felt full. -
The bright side of being in quarantine after WLS
ChubRub replied to ChubRub's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It took me a couple months to get my energy back, so I can definitely relate!! Enjoy those naps while you still can!! Good luck!! -
Hit my surgeon's goal weight!
ChubRub replied to ahillig's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
WOW!!! You look like a completely new person!!! Amazing job!! Thank you for inspiring me! -
Lower BMI - Skin/recovery
ChubRub replied to rachedo's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was just looking at my hands today! I have old lady hands! My ring size is a 4, which is what it was when I get married, even though I was 120lbs back then! I wish the rest of me was as skinny as my fingers! LOL!! -
If you DIDN'T do Liquid Pre-Op what DID you do?
ChubRub replied to MaybeMeow's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Mine was a combo. 3 protein shakes plus a lean cuisine for dinner. I lost 12lbs doing this, which was a nice jump start! Also got me trying the various protein shakes so I could figure out which were my favorites! -
Taste buds changed?
ChubRub replied to Isabelmonster's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I haven't completely lost my sweet tooth, but I definitely have an aversion to many different sweets. Candy bars seems gross. I did however, have a few jelly beans on Easter, and they tasted yummy. Before, I would have wanted one of the Reese's eggs instead, but not anymore. I used to eat McDonalds at least 3x a week (how else do you think I got so fat? LOL). I haven't even thought about going there, it just seems gross. Sadly, I still have cravings for pizza, potato chips, and bread. -
The Innocence Files, How to fix a drug scandal, I am a Killer You've got some good ones on your list! Will check out the ones I haven't seen yet! Not on your list, but assume you've already watching Making a Murderer and Longshot.
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Holy cow... comparison pictures, 3 months
ChubRub replied to alissajs's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
WOW!!!!!!!!! Congrats!!!! -
As of Yesterday, 200 lbs lost from my heaviest
ChubRub replied to Ellf's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
WOW!!!!!!!! Congratulations!!! -
FOOT DROP I cant balance HELP PLEASE
ChubRub replied to need help to walk again's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Neuropathy after weightloss is pretty common. Some doctor's think it's related to crossing legs while sitting (which is why it's more common in women). My sister had it pretty bad and her PCP thought it might be MS. He referred her to a neurologist, who quickly calmed her fears and diagnosed her with "slimmer's paralysis" and told her it was a temporary condition that would go away on it's own...which it did after a few months! -
Pre-Surgery Advice: What do you wish you knew?
ChubRub replied to Rachel98's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I'm still pretty new to this (4 months post OP), but this has definitely been the best decision I've ever made with regard to weightloss. I had GERD prior to surgery (which is why I chose RNY vs Sleeve), and it's completely gone! I haven't even needed a TUMS since having the surgery! I haven't had dumping, but I also don't crave sweets anymore which seem to cause people to dump. I have had "the slimes" which is when I eat just one bite too many, and I end up hypersalivating, and sometimes throwing up. That hasn't happened in over a month though, probably b/c I'm better at listening to my body. As for loose skin, I'm sure I will have it, and I look forward to getting a tummy tuck/boob job someday!! -
My 6 month post RNY updates!
ChubRub replied to DeadSpaceGrave's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
WOW!!!!! You are truly an inspiration!!! I love that even your feet are smaller! I hope the same thing happens to me! Have you seen Unorthodox on Netflix? You look like the actress that plays Esty! She is super tiny too! -
Finally seeing some change!
ChubRub replied to pamelaf's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You look wonderful!!! Your skin is glowing too!! -
Done and Fun 9 Months
ChubRub replied to WInston223322's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congrats!!!! I can only imagine how great you must feel!!! Can't wait to feel like that someday soon!!! -
My third surgiversary!
ChubRub replied to Dtrain84's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
WOW!!! Congratulations and thank you for the inspiration!!! -
What do you eat in a day to get 70-80 G Protein
ChubRub replied to loridee11's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I always start my day with a protein shake, but since COVID19, I've been doing a 2nd shake for lunch. Then for dinner I have eggwhites with cheese or chicken salad (made with canned chicken). My diet is very boring, but it's getting the job done!! -
I love frozen bananas. Blended up, they taste just like ice cream. My kids love them too!!
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I officially weigh less than my husband!!! 177!!!! Woo Hoo!!! It's the little things!!! LOL!!!!
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170LBS & MAINTAINING !!!
ChubRub replied to New&Improved's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Amazing!!!!!! Congrats!!!!!!!!!!! -
Just feeling sorry for myself..
ChubRub replied to BoredFatGirl's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congratulations on making the decision to come back to the forum and get back on track. Set some mini goals for yourself, ad try to make it fun to see how much weight you can lose by July 1st. Lots of hugs!!! You can do this!!! -
When does energy return?
ChubRub replied to Lily66's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It took me about 2 months. The first month I felt like I took 2-3 naps per day! The 2nd month, I got by with just 1 nap! LOL!!! -
WOW!!!!!!! You did it so fast too!! Our starting stats are very similar. Hope I can follow in your footsteps someday!!!
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How often do you weigh?
ChubRub replied to JRT Mom's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Daily...before I pee...after I pee...before I poop...after I poop! It's all for science of course!!! LOL!!!