Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!
$99 Yearly Supply Alert! 🌈 "1 per Day!" Bariatric Multivitamins

Seeking mentor in western MA

aviva1979

By aviva1979, in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums

Recommended Posts

aviva1979    375

aviva1979
Posted

Hi all-

I am Sched for surgery on July 11th. I would love to find either an online mentor or someone in-person in the area. There is a local monthly support group in my town but it is overwhelmingly ppl exploring WLS and very few have had surgery.

Anyone out there? :)

Aviva

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Quahog    134

Quahog
Posted

Hi

I am from the south shore. Welcome to LBT.

You will learn a wicked lot here. I'd be glad to offer any advice I can.

I had mine @ Brockton Hospital. No complications. Happy with my doctor and follow up care.

aviva1979 reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

solson8201    98

solson8201
Posted

Where are you in Western MA? I'm in FL now, but grew up in Enfield CT and Springfield MA. Went to college at Westfield State. I'd be happy to be a WL buddy. As I was banded only a month ago, not sure a mentor would be the best title :-)

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

aviva1979    375

aviva1979
Posted

Where are you in Western MA? I'm in FL now' date=' but grew up in Enfield CT and Springfield MA. Went to college at Westfield State. I'd be happy to be a WL buddy. As I was banded only a month ago, not sure a mentor would be the best title :-)[/quote']

I'm in greenfield - are we connected on MFP? I get confused with all the screen names :)

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

solson8201    98

solson8201
Posted

I'm in greenfield - are we connected on MFP? I get confused with all the screen names :)

I'm not sure, I think on MFP I'm shellywolson, but I've been using My Net Diary lately instead. I found that MFP wouldn't let me change the Protein and carb levels to my own choices. It let me do it, but then 2 days later it would revert back to what the app wanted me to eat. Drove me a little crazy :-/ So far I like it a lot better. It was 9.99 for the iPad app, but worth it to me.

I've never really been to Greenfield, but I'm sure I drove through on my way to VT many times (when I was there VT drinking age was 18 :-) )

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

aviva1979    375

aviva1979
Posted

Yep, it is right at the RT91 and rt2 intersection.

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

VelmaDinkley    12

VelmaDinkley
Posted

Hi I had my surgery in June 2012 I live in western mass and have been to a support group at mercy hospital every other tues but have class so haven't gone in a while....getting back on track and doing well if you want to talk or have questions private message me--good luck

aviva1979 reacted to this

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
Go To Topic Listing LAP-BAND Surgery Forums

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • ChunkCat

      ChunkCat

      I have no clue where to upload this, so I'll put it here. This is pre-op vs the morning of my 6 month appointment! In office I weight 232, that's 88 lbs down since my highest weight, 75 lbs since my surgery weight! I can't believe this jacket fit... I am smaller now than the last time I was this size which the surgeon found really amusing. He's happy with where I am in my weight loss and estimates I'll be around 200 lbs by my 1 year anniversary! My lowest weight as an adult is 195, so that's pretty damn exciting to think I'll be near that at a year. Everything from there will be unknown territory!!

      · 3 replies
      1. AmberFL

        AmberFL

        You look amazing!!! 😻 you have been killing it!

      2. NickelChip

        NickelChip

        Congratulations! You're making excellent progress and looking amazing!

      3. BabySpoons

        BabySpoons

        So proud of you Cat. Getting into those smaller size clothes is half the fun isn't it?. Keep up the good work!!!!

    • BeanitoDiego

      BeanitoDiego

      I changed my profile image to a molecule of protein. Why? Because I am certain that it saved my life.
      · 1 reply
      1. BabySpoons

        BabySpoons

        That's brilliant! You've done amazing!! I should probably think about changing my profile picture at some point. Mine is the doll from Squid Games. Ironically the whole premise of the show is about dodging death. We've both done that...

    • eclarke

      eclarke

      Two years out. Lost 120 , regained 5 lbs. Recently has a bout of Norovirus, lost 7 pounds in two days. Now my stomach feels like it did right after my surgery. Sore, sensitive to even water.  Anyone out there have a similar experience?
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Eve411

      Eve411

      April Surgery
      Am I the only struggling to get weight down. I started with weight of 297 and now im 280 but seem to not lose more weight. My nutrtionist told me not to worry about the pounds because I might still be losing inches. However, I do not really see much of a difference is this happen to any of you, if so any tips?
      Thanks
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Clueless_girl

      Clueless_girl

      Well recovering from gallbladder removal was a lot like recovering from the modified duodenal switch surgery, twice in 4 months yay 🥳😭. I'm having to battle cravings for everything i shouldn't have, on top of trying to figure out what happens after i eat something. Sigh, let me fast forward a couple of months when everyday isn't a constant battle and i can function like a normal person again! 😞
      · 1 reply
      1. kezbeth

        kezbeth

        I may have to have gall bladder surgery during my weight loss surgery. Not thrilled about it either but do not want 2 recovery times. Just want it over with.

        Thanks for your post. I may need to rethink my decision... :(

  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    Bariatric Forums

    For Patients

    Health Professionals

    Search Surgeons

    Bariatric Surgeons: Want to research a weight loss surgery surgeon? Enter their last name below to start!

    ×