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Young Children Visiting Post-Surgery
sleevie.wonder replied to miss_cee85's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I think about this, too, and I don't even have a surgery date lol. I am just weird about hospitals... I wouldn't want my 3 y/o (will be 4 by the time I have surgery I'm sure) to catch something while visiting me. But then again, I haven't been one night away from her... EVER... so I know I will miss her. She is very attached to me so I hope she handles it well... -
Woohoo Psych consult over and done, now just for my worker to submit to insurance which she says mine gives a response around 2 days so hopefully this week I will have a date
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Im approved!! Surgery first week of April, super nervous
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So I'm six years post op, 250 lbs down, 61 years old and in the best shape of my adult life. I'm at the gym 5-7 days a week. I swim laps 4 days, do cardio and weights 2 days and on the 7th day I either bicycle or walk on the beach. When I started my journey I was 424 lbs and exercise for me was getting out of bed in the morning. I just did a blog post about how I got started exercising - you can read it if you like at Use It To Lose It! and realized that I really didn't know how to get started exercising and there may be many more like me out there. I thought I could use this forum for all of us who currently have some sort of exercise regimen to let those who don't, or those who want to, or those who are interested, or those who may want to change it up know what they are doing and how they got started so- How do you get your exercise? When did you start? (how soon after banding) How did you start? I started by just walking around more in stores, etc. Then I took up swimming laps, starting at 300 lbs and swimming for 5 minutes 3 x per week, working it up to 1 hour per day. How about you? __________________
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Hi Sandi, I had been working with a personal trainer for about 2 years before my surgery (I'm 4 years post-op) but we couldn't do much cardio because of so much weight on my knees. Still, I had good muscle tone under all the weight and I think that helped both my surgical recovery as well as my ultimate weight loss. I didn't exercise much -- maybe a couple of walks a week - for the first 100 lbs, which poured off me in about 5 monhts (I'm only 5'1 and my body was dying to shed some weight once I was eating proper quantities with the band). Then I started walking longer lengths (maybe 3 miles) about 4 times a week. When I got to 200 lbs, I started running small spurts within my walks and got really excited about having a tummy tuck (I'd been told I could have one at 180), so I started running more and walking less, probably working out 5 times a week. Once I recovered from my tummy tuck, I trained for the NYC marathon back in 2007, which took me below my goal weight! I've had some health problems unrelated to the band (a miscarriage) this year and have gained about 25 lbs. My band is perfectly adjusted, but now that I'm out of the depression that goes along with that experience (I'm 37 and have no children), I've signed up for the NYC marathon again and I know I'll be back to goal weight in no time. I'm so thankful for my band. Without it, I know I would have gained 100+ lbs while I wasn't "minding the store." I'm so glad I have this adjustable tool and a body that craves exercise and responds to it. Thanks for the question. It feels good to own up to what's going on with me. It's been a while since I've checked in with LBT and it's a valuable support tool. Take care, JulieNYC
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I went from a 44DDD TO A 40DD. I still can fit my 44 DDD on the sides it supports the under arm flubber but the cups are sad, but not a real big issue. You will probably be ready to downsize in 2-3 months so just be prepared I have not resorted to the unibra as of yet I just bought 2 because I had 2 that were too tight before and now they fit perfect. I found some inexpensive Bras at wally world $10 so worse case scenario while you are in transition buy a cheap one or two. Don't be in to much of a hurry to find the right size cause you are still losing and you may lose it faster or slower but you are not at goal and don't want to get to comfortable in these temporary sizes.
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Well I am on day 3 of my pre op diet. I think the headache is gone, finally. I have been on a diet like this before , so I know it was going to happen. I been doing good, no cheating. I do think about food, but I just reread instructions from my doctor. NO FOOD... I do keep thinking, " is this all worth it", will I be able to be normal again. But then I think. I have never eaten "normal". I think about what it will be like not to shop in the plus sizes. ( I will be there for a while still) but the real thought that this is happening. I am going to lose the weight this time. One of the scariest things I have been reading is that many people only lose 50% of their excess weight. That is not enough. Even through it will still improve my health. I want to be active for the first time in my life. I want to workout and like it. My surgery is November 18th.
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I had the same problem...I was in Poland two weeks before surgery. I just didn't worry about it, but didn't go overboard either. I just timed things so I would have two weeks pre-op to make sure my liver was as small as possible.
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Surgery Date Scheduled!
peacequeen replied to melissa45154's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm on the 27th,,good luck to us all! I'm on my 7th day of a 2 week pre op diet..ugh!lol -
YIPPEE!!!! I have a sugery date!!! August 21! I'm even excited about my 2 week Medifast diet! LOL :whoo::clap2::bounce::high5::rockon::becky::banana:cheer2:
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I'm so excited, nervous, scared, anxious, and elated....I have a surgery date scheduled for December 28. I only have a 3 day liquid diet scheduled which I find odd that it isn't longer. However, I will take it. If anyone has any advise for the hospital and the first few days/weeks after I would greatly appreciate it........a new year, and a new me. Can't wait.
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Feeling More Hopeful!
Delena2/11 replied to petra1124's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good for you Star! I would also keep practicing not drinking with meals. I wish I took that a little more seriously because I'm finding it really hard. Not that I have much solid food yet at about 2 weeks out but still. I find myself constantly having to be reminded before grabbing a drink. Best of luck to you! -
My new life starts tomorrow!
cindyw41 replied to tbump88's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm also starting my 2 week diet tomorrow. I'm excited to get started. -
sleep study and reports done. Lab work done. EGD - 10/9 1st of 3 Nutrition classes - 10/10 Psychiatric consultation - 10/14 Pulmonary consultation - 11/18 I am thinking surgery isn't too far away after all this is done. What does everyone else think?
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Pcp doesn't want me to get the lapband!!!!!!!
BettyXOXO replied to NewSexyMe's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
hi, i have surgery in 2 weeks. i changed my pcp to one that works with bariatric specialist. my bmi was high enough to qualify at 43 but insurance required that i visit dr each month and talk about weight and fill out form with doctor for 6 months min. our hospital has a class each month and then you find out who does the surgery and what insurance company needs or requirements are. it will be 11 months since i started process. i explained to pcp doctor what i wanted to do and why. laying out a logical explanation to him. i think he understood my need and after visiting each month i felt very comfortable to ask for referral..i see him in morning for final visit before surgery with pcp. july 6 i see the surgeon for preop. sell it! sell the idea that this is for you. good luck. i am not sure but they want you to make the big commitment for health. -
This is taken from my blog... I'm attaching a picture of the amount of food I can typically eat at 8 months out from surgery. I eat at restaurants very frequently for business and socially so I thought this might be helpful for some of you that have recently had surgery or are considering plication. I ordered a BBQ chicken sandwich, baked potato and the restaurant serves biscuits. I ate 2 bites of the biscuit before my meal came, about 3-4 bites of the potato and about 3/4 of 1/2 the sandwich. I normally don't eat the bread on top of the sandwich, but I hadn't eaten breakfast and was pretty hungry! I also had 2 bites of banana pudding and 1 vanilla wafer cookie. I was very full and now I have dinner for tonight! Take care,
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From the album: Post Op
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Got a date sooner than I expected...now I'm panicking
Christinamo7 replied to mollydeez's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was on pause for SO LONG due to another medical condition that when I finally got my date it was just a couple of weeks away also! I actually had to take a second date a few days later, just to feel like I could get all my ducks in a row. I understand all the emotions flying around you! thankfully I did not have a two week diet ahead of time, just the normal fasting the night before surgery and bowel clean out. all I can say looking back is it was completely worth it. I look forward to seeing your success. -
4 months postop 3/2/12 down 58#
Lisa821 posted a gallery image in Before and After Gastric Sleeve Photos
From the album: Before Pics 10/30/11 5'6" 234
Yay new clothes! Size M tops and size 14 -16 jeans. Was size XL tops and size 20 jeans, which were tight. -
I Finally Got A Date!
Liberated Sleeve replied to D1NOnlySexyLady's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had a 2 week pre-op diet with 2 shakes a day and a small meal with 3 oz lean Protein and vegetables prepared with no extra fat - lost 13 lbs during that 2 weeks and my surgeon loved my liver! LOL - Congrats on your date!!! -
I Finally Got A Date!
hellonurse replied to D1NOnlySexyLady's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That's great, congrats to you!! I start my per op diet next week on the 11th, my surgery is on the 24th. Good Luck to you!! Sent from my iPhone using VST -
First Steps Of Lap Band
jennifer1 replied to amanduuhh's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I kept a notebook with me for about 4 weeks before I met with my surgeon and I would jot down questions as they came...when I finished I had about 50 questions! Lol...I thought he was gonna think I was crazy..but he took my notebook and answered every question...I felt very informed going into surgery...I even asked if he ever had a patient die and if he was ever part of a malpractice suite...yeah I asked! Lol...I told him I already knew cuz I had googled him! Lol...feel free to PM with any questions..best wishes to you -
Easter Sunday, 2010....22 pounds down, almost 3 weeks post op
tdawg874 posted a gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
From the album: Lets try a little before, and current
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Congrats!!! I am so excited for you! I should have my date within the next week!
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I Have a Surgery Date-October 20th!
Kya Wolf posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I got my call today and i am scheduled for Oct 20th! So excited and scared and excited, lol. Going for my Pre-Op Class Monday morning and meeting with MD and anesthesia on Wednesday. Turned in my request for time off and my boss immediately sent it back approved for 2 weeks and sent me papers to file for STD, in case i need it. OMG, 2 weeks!
