2 Month Before And After Photos.

[traceyinflorida 499]

My mom sent me a cute new top from Chicos, just as a really nice thing to do for me. I was thrilled that if fit because I could NEVER shop there. The clothes have always been too small for me. So I had my daughter take a picture so I could send it to her with my thank you. It was the first time in years that I actually wanted my picture taken and the first time, in as long as I can remember, that I actually liked what I saw. Below is a picture taken of me a few weeks before surgery and the picture of me today. I guess its time to start documenting my progress in photos. It has been exactly two months since my surgery. I have lost 52 pounds since that photo was taken. I still have a long way to go, but now I feel like it is possible and that I will never be going back to the old me!

[WLJourneyJ 89]

Wow! That is a huge two month transformation !!! You look amazing!

[ALIGAYLE 20]

that looks great on you! Congrats on your weight loss!

[LeahDiarrhea 50]

Omg you look fabulous! I can really see a difference in your face and arms! Nice job girl

[chitowngirl 884]

You look great!!!

[HalfTheWoman 107]

Sooo Awesome!!! It feels great doesn't it! I have lost 51 lbs from my highest weight. My profile pic shows my weight difference! My husband says he is shocked when he sees me! I hate having my pic made...the before pic was taken by my niece and posted on FB..which I immediately untagged! So happy I have my sleeve. We only have greater things to come. I can't wait to be able to ride a rollercoaster again. (maybe even wear a swimsuit)

[Raven21 121]

OMG, you and I look very much alike, both face and (before) figure. I'm pre-surgery at 260 so again, very similar. TWO months, just TWO months post surgery I'm going to look like that?! I'm going to cry with joy! No way did I think it would be THAT fast. You look amazing! Congratulations, you must be so proud and happy! Any secrets to share so I can do as well as you did?

And would you mind telling me your height? My goal weight is also 150 and I am 5'7".

Thx!

[lcle1234 5]

Wow! You look amazing! I can't believe that you have lost so much in 2 months. I am 6 days Post Op and so hungry right now, I can't imagine even losing 10 lbs in a month. You should be so proud of yourself!

[Goody2shoesmelissa 12]

WOW...look at you!! What a incredible transformation!!! Great JOB!!! You look amazing!!

I'm so ready for my journey to begin 8-22-12 at 6am, I can't wait!!!

Congrats to you and continued luck being sent your way!!! Hope I look that good in two months!

Melissa

[Aaron in Tulsa 147]

Woot woot!

[NDN_RN 527]

Woweeee! Good work, you look fab!!!

[TheNewSusie 471]

Looking awesome! Great work!

[SleeveandRNYchica 1,155]

Wow, only two months? You look amazing.

[traceyinflorida 499]

Thanks everyone!

OMG, you and I look very much alike, both face and (before) figure. I'm pre-surgery at 260 so again, very similar. TWO months, just TWO months post surgery I'm going to look like that?! I'm going to cry with joy! No way did I think it would be THAT fast. You look amazing! Congratulations, you must be so proud and happy! Any secrets to share so I can do as well as you did?

And would you mind telling me your height? My goal weight is also 150 and I am 5'7".

Thx!

Raven21, thank you so much. I am 5'9" so only a little taller than you. I set my goal at 150, but would be happy at 160. In that picture I was about 260. I had lost about 10-12 pounds prior to that during my 6 month diet required by my insurance. (yes I realize I did not lose much during that phase. I was just happy I lost instead of gained.) My highest weight was 272. Once I got to my two week pre-op diet, I followed it religiously. I did have one cheat ( a piece of pizza) on the first day of my second week when I was on liquids only. I am not proud of it, but I was really craving taste and texture and my son ordered a pizza and was eating it right next to me. I was weak! After that, I was so scared that I had ruined my chances for a successful surgery, but all was fine. Everyone's pre-op seems to vary. Mine was one week of two Protein shakes & one sensible meal of lowfat Protein and veggies. The second week was three Protein Shakes a day. During both weeks, I could have one of each of the following per day: 6 oz of lowfat, sugar free yogurt, 6 oz of sugar free Jello, one small piece of fruit or 1/3 cup of fruit. On the last day was Clear Liquids only. The only thing I did not give up until the final day was one morning cup of coffee with a little half and half. I lost 15 lbs during the pre-op diet.

Once I had the surgery, I do not think I have done anything special. I try to make sure I get all my Water in. I drink a Protein shake in the morning to start off my day with protein since I am not a big fan of eggs. I eat protein before carbs (most of the time) which means I am usually too full to get any carbs in. The main thing is to be patient with yourself. Looking back, I can't believe it's only been two months. But in the day to day, it seems like I have been doing this forever, and shouldn't I be thinner by now!? I didn't post it, but like many people on here, I hit a stall at three weeks. I was stressed and unhappy about it. I had finally started losing again when I went to see my surgeon for my second follow up. I mentioned the "stall" and he looked at me dumbfounded. He pointed out that my average weekly weight loss was 3 lbs a week which was great as far as he was concerned. I guess when he put it that way, I realized how impatient I was being with myself. If I had been on any other diet, I would have been thrilled!

Have you scheduled your surgery yet? Keep me posted! It's not everyday you find a twin!

Tracey

[Raven21 121]

Thanks so much for sharing your story! I have my first appt. on Wednesday, then I start the 3 months of pre-surgery diet. I need to stop kicking myself for not doing this sooner but I am so excited I could scream! Your pics blew me away!