ShannonK

Weight Day of Surgery 299 BMI 44 size 24 Today 172 BMI 28 Size 10 NSV: Riding horses!!

I did it! Just got back from my one year post op appointment! Here are the facts: Day of surgery 299 pounds and a 44 BMI Today 172 pounds and a 28 BMI. Was a tight size 24, now I wear a comfortable size 10! I am 5'9'' Best thing I have ever done for myself. I do watch what I eat, but I have no regimented exercise. I have bad knees, but stay busy with my 3 daughters...getting ready to go horseback riding in a few hours - If you are unsure, I am telling you - it is fantastic! I LOVE to go shopping now. I have never been sick - not once. No puking for me...but I am a wussy and never "pushed" it,....when I am full, I stop eating. I do have some loose skin on my upper underside of my arms, my lower belly and inner thighs...but only hubby really sees that, and he doesn't mind:) I have been pregnant 3 times, and I do not know why I was worried about how my stomach would look...it's not like 3 fat rolls were that much more attractive! I look cute in my tankini There is nothing I CAN'T eat, but a lot of stuff I shouldn't - so I try to still stay away from most carby things....unless it's an occasional treat. I like to stay around 40g of carbs a day.... If the kids want ice cream at Marble Slab - I don't order any for myself, but I take a bite or two of theirs and feel satisfied:) My hair is getting nice and thick again - thankk GOD! My levels all looked good - but I do need to start ub the sublingual B12 again....I am terrible about taking a pill!! My doctor would like to see me go down to 160 because I like the weight I am at now....he says I will regain some of my muscle mass that I have inevitably lost, and if the lower 170's is were I want to be for maintenance, getting to 160 will assure that! As always, feel free to contact me if you have specific questions. I don't get on here much anymore - but my personal email is ssmonte72@yahoo.com I WILL respond to you! God Bless! Shannon

Today I weigh 180! My new goal is 170! This has been the best thing I have ever done for myself! Check out my gallery to see some before, after and during pics - the change is amazing! My husband is taking me shopping this weekend - for size 10's!!!! Check out my signature below to see my progression - some months were slower than others....but there was always a loss.... If I never lose another pound - I am perfectly happy with where I am at now. My hair is getting thicker again, my skin isn't too bad....I mean, I have had 3 kids - those are my tiger stripes - right?? If you are hesitant - don't be - Go for it! I didn't think it would work for me - I didn't think it COULD work for me..... It is amazing - Best thing EVER!!!!

Me. I was at 41...no other problems....Depends on your insurance though!

Howdy Everyone! Today marks 9 months since I had surgery! I find it symbolic that that is the length of time I was pregnant - creating my daughters.... ANd that is how long it has taken to create the new me. Was a size 24....now a size 10. 292 day od surgery....188 this morning..... I can honestly say I am perfectly happy at where I am now. I would love to MAINTAIN where I am now....so IF I lost anymore, bonus! If not - that is fine! This surgery works! It may be a little slower for some than others....but it WORKS! I am the happiest I have ever been!

SHe is home!!! Thank you for the prayers and kind words!!!!!!

Hello Support Group!!! While I have been a ROCKSTAR with this Sleeve stuff....My poor Mom is having a hard time! I am almost 9 months out, never been sick, easy recovery, etc..... She had the surgery last Thursday - and is STILL IN THE HOSPITAL! She had a hernia repair on her esophagus as well, and is just not able to keep anything down....can't come home until she can keep liquids down. ANyone else have hernia repair at same time as the sleeve? Longer recovery time? More pain? What's up?? Anyway....just waiting for her to get better

I do not have an exercise routine....horrible, I know! I AM busy with three kids, going to various sporting events, and I am a teacher - so on my feet a lot. But I REALLY need to get into a routine - even if it's just walking a few times a week!

194 this morning! Highest weight was 307, day of surgery was 192! I went from size tight 24's to 11/12 jeans and M/L tops! I am loving life! I eat normal, have never thrown up or felt bad! I did lose some hair - but the new growth I have now is amazing - and honestly, the thinning of the hair would never have stopped me from having this life changing surgery! I love crossing my legs, having men rush ahead to open doors, my husband wrapping one arm all the way around me, shopping any where I want, fitting in chairs - all chairs - easily and not worrying if they can hold me! I love that food does not control me - I make my choices! I love that I can have a cupcake at a birthday party, and not feel like I have derailed all my efforts (or get sick!). I love how full I feel after a healthy meal of Protein and some veggies. I love that I DON'T want to eat 3 cups of pasta! If you are on the fence about this surgery - I say go for it! Like so many others - my only regret is that I didn't do it sooner! If you have any questions - this forum is amazing - but I also know it's nice to talk to a person! I have met several freinds on here - please feel free to email me! ssmonte72@yahoo.com Best of luck to you!

Great job!!! I have 27 pounds also left....but doesn't it feel good????

AND DON'T IT FEEL GOOD! *Key in Kayce and the SUnshine band!!

I took nothing......

Uh - I lost a LOT of hair! I dreaded taking showers because of the massive amount of hair that would come out! I had to clean my brush every time I brushed my hair!!! I was fortunate in that I had a LOT of hair to start with. I went and had some long layers cut in, and at the 6 month mark...I have all sorts of baby hair growing in! Lots of little baby hairs sticking straight out of my skull! I just suffered through it knowing it would turn around - and it did!

I DID IT!!!! Yesterday I got on the scale.....drumroll please..... 199.00 Can I get a whoop whoop!!!! Hell yeah!!!! I am in ONEDERLAND BABY!!!! I will NEVER have a 2 or God forbid a 3 as my first number in my weight....ever again!!!! I am 19 pounds from my original goal and 29 pounds from my new, adjust goal. I am NO LONGER CLASSIFIED AS OBESE!!! I started as MORBIDLY OBESE! Now I am classified overweight...but at almost 5'10'' and wearing 11/12 jeans - I LOOK GOOD! at 179 I will be in a normal weight range for my height....at 170 I will be amazing! I can't believe - THANK YOU to all those on here that have been my sounding board, my mentors, my family! Good luck to those waiting in the wings...you will love it! Best thing EVER!!!!

oops - pics didn't post - here they are!