Becca

Happy Thanksgiving to you!

I take one day off a week. My doctor recommended 210 minutes per week of exercise at the minimum. I try to get that in no matter what. I got sick a couple of weeks ago and didn't work out for about a week and a half. I stalled and didn't lose a single pound. Plus I felt horrible and started getting so flabby! You are doing great! I don't think there is any harm in taking a day off here and there.

I ate like crazy right before my sleeve surgery. I thought that I wasn't going to be able to eat anymore. It is totally normal. The sleeve surgery changed my life! (And I had a band,which did not help me much at all, except to make me feel like more of a failure). With the sleeve, the ghrelin is reduced way down. I believe that is what took away my obsession with food. Then your stomach is so small, that you are forced to change your eating habits. You don't have a choice. You are going to do great. I know February seems like far off, but it will be here before you know it. I am so happy you are making this life changing decision. We will be here to support you!

I would try to appeal. I am so sorry. Don't give up!

We are all so different. You shouldn't compare yourself to anyone else. You have done amazingly well! You should be proud of yourself. I really don't think there is any exact science to the weight loss. If you keep following the rules and working out, your body will get there. If you are getting off track, face it, and make the changes to make things better. You really can do this!

I think that shouldn't matter if you were already approved. The key is that the sleeve allows you to keep the weight off that you lose, which is were most of us fail without WLS. Don't worry about what others say. This is your journey. If you have other co-morbidities that is even more of a reason you should have the surgery. You health is very important. Good luck! The sleeve is an amazing tool!

Congrats!

I was embarrassed when I was getting my revision. My band never worked right, and I know people blammed me for that. They thought it was me just pigging out, when that wasn't the case. There were lots of times with the band that all I could eat was ice cream or other sliders. I felt better when my revision doctor told me that my band actually had a defect, which caused it to fall apart inside my body. Now that I have been successful with the sleeve, I tell everyone that asks. Most people I am in contact with have asked me what I am doing to lose weight and I explain it to them. I hope that I can inspire anyone else struggling to get the sleeve. Life is too short to spend it suffering with obesity. I figure that most people wouldn't believe me anyway if I just said I dieted. I rather just tell the truth in hopes of helping someone.

Yay! You are giving yourself and your daugther a wonderful gift. I love that I can keep up with my kids now. Good luck and come back here for support when you need it. We will be ready to welcome you to the sleeved side!

I was obsessive about counting everything in the beginning months after surgery. I would keep the carbs around 70-80 per day. I only hit a big stall a couple of times and I would low carb it then (around 30 per day). Lately, I have just been focusing on protein, and not worrying so much about carbs. The first month of doing that, I had a good month of weight loss. Now it has slowed down, but I am very close to goal. I decided to stop worrying so much about carbs because I know I can't live the rest of my life low carbing it. I feel weak and sluggish when I am low carbing, especially after working out. I do try to eat the good carbs though. I stay away from bread and sugar.

I went through the same thing. DON'T GIVE UP! Keep fighting. My doctor submitted the final appeal, so I am not sure what the doctor's office said to get it approved. I did have lots of band complications that may have played into them finally approving. Are you seeing a revision specialist? Specialist have the data to back how successful the sleeve is after a revision. That is total BS about not being successful with the sleeve after the band. The band never worked for me. Now with the sleeve, I have been 100% successful. The insurance company thinks they can bully you by denying. You need to ask to speak with someone and let them know you plan to keep fighting this. I get so mad with these insurance companies! It is not our fault that we were "sold" this story of how great the band is. Just don't give up. I called the insurance company a couple of times a week for about three months until they approved me. I let them know I was not going away. Hugs!!!! I pray that your Level 2 appeal goes through. The sleeve is worth fighting for.

I went to the movies with my hubby a couple of weeks after surgery. I did that with a bite of popcorn. Then the craving was gone and I was good. Otherwise, I followed the post op diet pretty perfectly, so I don't feel too bad.

I'd say you are defintely successful!!! Way to go!!!

Ok That's good to know. My were burned as well, so hopefully I am good. I love my kids, but I am already overbooked with three sets of games, practices, and activities.

I had my revision on December 27, 2011. So far I've lost 88 pounds. (130 with band and sleeve). GREAT idea!!!

I had my revision on December 27, 2011. So far I've lost 88 pounds. (130 with band and sleeve). GREAT idea!!!

I know it is hard now. You are making such a GREAT choice getting sleeved. You are going to be amazed at how your life will change! Be prepared for lots of compliments!!!

Sugar makes me feel sick too. I still can only eat very small amounts at ten months out. I pretty much stick to water to drink. Hopefully you will feel better soon. I think your weight loss is looking great. Everyone loses at their own pace, so don't stress too much. I have never been successful at losing weight and keeping it off until now. You will get there, just be patient.

Hugs Coops. You are such an inspiration and support to all of us on this forum. You have already come this far, so you shouldn't stop now. Hopefully they can get the hormone issue worked out, so you can reach your dreams. We love ya and we know you can get there!

Try tracking your calories, carbs, and protein. Make sure you are not taking in too many or too few calories. You may need to low carb it. That is what I am doing right now due to some very slow weight loss lately. Don't give up. We are here to help you!

Your weight loss is amazing! Way to go. I belong to the YMCA and I love the classes there, especially spinning. The teachers are great and they motivate me to go. I also do the couch to 5 K program if I am to busy to make it to the Y.

Congrats on your sleeve! I know it is hard now, but once you are able to see the true benefits of the sleeve (new clothes, tons of compliments, feeling great), you will know why you did this. Crying is completely normal with all the hormones that are released from the fat cells. You will see very soon why the sleeve is so awesome! Best wishes.

Yay! It is rough at first, but it REALLY DOES get better each and every day. Drinking hot drinks always made me feel better in the beginning. I wish you a speedy recovery and LOTS of weight loss!

WAY TO GO!

Good luck!!!