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I did an RNY revision to distal rny. I am 2.5 months out and was 266 two week before my surgery and today I was 216.4 (weight in the afternoon after eating). I have a toddler so not picking at her leftovers was an issue but the longer you stick with it the better it is! Also, you learn from your previous mistakes with your last surgery. I felt terrible after my first surgery but I’m taking my Vitamins diligently and eating good and I’m so glad I did it! I’m going to start going to the gym soon too 🙂

It was like a bad breakup for me. I missed the socialization of going out to eat, the Snacks, the binging on pizza. I was so depressed my first 6 months BUT I was not taking my Vitamins, getting my Water or Protein. You will get your relationship with food back but in a healthier way. I’ll go out to eat and get a yummy salad or Soup. Now I am 5 months post op I eat a small steak or chicken with potato and veg and still have a ton left for leftovers but I get my socialization and my tasty food

It was like a bad breakup for me. I missed the socialization of going out to eat, the Snacks, the binging on pizza. I was so depressed my first 6 months BUT I was not taking my Vitamins, getting my Water or Protein. You will get your relationship with food back but in a healthier way. I’ll go out to eat and get a yummy salad or Soup. Now I am 5 months post op I eat a small steak or chicken with potato and veg and still have a ton left for leftovers but I get my socialization and my tasty food

It was like a bad breakup for me. I missed the socialization of going out to eat, the Snacks, the binging on pizza. I was so depressed my first 6 months BUT I was not taking my Vitamins, getting my Water or Protein. You will get your relationship with food back but in a healthier way. I’ll go out to eat and get a yummy salad or Soup. Now I am 5 months post op I eat a small steak or chicken with potato and veg and still have a ton left for leftovers but I get my socialization and my tasty food

It was like a bad breakup for me. I missed the socialization of going out to eat, the Snacks, the binging on pizza. I was so depressed my first 6 months BUT I was not taking my Vitamins, getting my Water or Protein. You will get your relationship with food back but in a healthier way. I’ll go out to eat and get a yummy salad or Soup. Now I am 5 months post op I eat a small steak or chicken with potato and veg and still have a ton left for leftovers but I get my socialization and my tasty food

No, I always recommend the bypass over the sleeve because there is less gastric reflux. Also, if you follow the surgeons/dietitians instructions you will do great. I get nauseous if I eat meat without chewing thoroughly or eat too much. Or if I eat too much sugar/fat I’ll get an upset tummy. But the meat thing goes away the longer you are post surgery. I had a revision (weight gain totally my fault) and I am 5 months post op and can eat tender chicken, steak, and feel great. Just even as you can eat more don’t try to eat past being full and comfortable :)

My relationship got better because I feel better about myself. I have more energy and feel more sexy =boyfriend gets more sex lol. It’s scary for partners when big changes happen but tell your husband he can’t threaten to divorce you to get his way, that’s cruel. Ask to sit down for an uninterrupted hour and talk about his reasons he doesn’t want to get your surgery and why you want to get your surgery. Maybe even a therapist could help, they are experts at relationship barriers

Yes the 3 week, 3 month stall curse lol. It’s totally normal. I am 1.5 months post op and I am down to 225 from 256lbs surgery and I had a 3 week stall that lasted about two weeks. Best thing to do is put a way the scale for one to two weeks. :) your body is just in panic mode but if you are doing what you are supposed to do you will lose the weight whether you look at your scale or not ❤️

My relationship got better because I feel better about myself. I have more energy and feel more sexy =boyfriend gets more sex lol. It’s scary for partners when big changes happen but tell your husband he can’t threaten to divorce you to get his way, that’s cruel. Ask to sit down for an uninterrupted hour and talk about his reasons he doesn’t want to get your surgery and why you want to get your surgery. Maybe even a therapist could help, they are experts at relationship barriers

Immediately post surgery you may eat only 300-500 calories, but your intake will increase as you transition to soft and pureed foods and finally to "real" food. Yes, you will feel satisfied by this minimal intake. Enjoy the restriction and weight loss because it won't last forever. Learn to recognize when your pouch is full and STOP immediately.
You also need to learn how to prepare and cook food appropriate for your new body. There are lots of bariatric recipes online and bariatric cookbooks are available on Amazon and elsewhere.

I did an RNY revision to distal rny. I am 2.5 months out and was 266 two week before my surgery and today I was 216.4 (weight in the afternoon after eating). I have a toddler so not picking at her leftovers was an issue but the longer you stick with it the better it is! Also, you learn from your previous mistakes with your last surgery. I felt terrible after my first surgery but I’m taking my Vitamins diligently and eating good and I’m so glad I did it! I’m going to start going to the gym soon too 🙂

I’m having my surgery on September 15th so I will let you know everything!

I am actually thinking of doing the same thing. Good luck with everything! I believe in your second chance success

Rny for sure. The malabsorption will be what helps the most. The uninterested in food typically only occurs with your primary surgery. Plus no reflux is great and the dumping syndrome is a great motivator to not eat too much sugar

Get a good lunchbox that you can put in the freezer then it’s frozen so it keeps your food cold. If I’m too busy to eat my lunch I just finish what I haven’t eaten on the car ride home and my lunch box keeps it cold all day :)

I was like that on liquids. Even still if I drink more than a cup of Water without eating first in the morning it goes right through me

Get a good lunchbox that you can put in the freezer then it’s frozen so it keeps your food cold. If I’m too busy to eat my lunch I just finish what I haven’t eaten on the car ride home and my lunch box keeps it cold all day :)

Don’t worry about the hair! It grows back ! ❤️

You are doing fine. In the beginning you are going to feel weak and dizzy. Try sugar free electrolyte drinks or I like hilyte drops for electrolytes. Also make sure you are getting your Protein in. The calories will come up naturally when you can eat a little more

Laptop to watch movies on, menstrual products because of course your period will start lol, underwear, chap stick, brush, braid your hair to prevent matting if you feel sick or can’t brush it effectively. Also don’t be afraid to ask your nurse for help

Thank you Dave! That does make me feel a whole lot better. I can’t believe the surgery day is already here!

It will be over before you know it.
My surgery was 3.5 months ago. Pain was amazingly minimal, considering how much they rearranged my insides. I've lost 60 pounds, and I'm wearing smaller clothes. I'm never hungry.
Don't worry. You got this!

Yes! I will be sending you positive thoughts and prayers for Wednesday. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

You are doing fine. In the beginning you are going to feel weak and dizzy. Try sugar free electrolyte drinks or I like hilyte drops for electrolytes. Also make sure you are getting your Protein in. The calories will come up naturally when you can eat a little more

I feel that after every surgery! Pain meds can be a depressant plus you don’t feel good and are tired. It gets better I promise!