Posted my update here with photos! Down 40 pounds and 25 inches! Weighed in at 179.4 this morning =)

http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/VSG/4615121/2-Month-Post-Op-Update-WITH-photos/

http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/VSG/4615122/Side-View-Photos-because-it-wouldnt-let-me-add-them-to-the/

I had to do 2 posts because it wouldn't let me upload two seperate picture collages...one is front view, the other side view. I've lost 10 inches off my waist alone and am now zipping into size 12 jeans at Gap very comfortably...can do 10s at Old Navy with their vanity sizing =)

You look awesome! Thanks for the post it's an inspiration

You look really good and your incisions look amazing; look like they are fading away.

Absolutely incredible!!!! How mug did you lose pre op?!

Much**

Thanks for the photos Armywife! My gut is the first thing I want to lose!

I heard you had some tips for dealing with the scars? Could you re-post that info?

Congrats!

Absolutely incredible!!!! How mug did you lose pre op?!

I only lost a few pounds pre-op. my start weight when I began the process in September 2012 was 221. On surgery day I was 219.6. I was a "lightweight" but was already pre diabetic, hypertensive, and had chronic back pain from an old Army I injury. I lost like 28 pounds my first month I think (I have to go back and check the exact amount). And then another 12 this month. I was shocked to lose so much the first month...figured since I didn't weigh so much I'd lose "slower" but I guess that's a myth! I just committed and stuck to a plan of less than 600 calories, less than 40 carbs, and over 60 grams of protein a day...and I track every single thing that goes into my mouth on my fitness pal.

Thanks for the photos Armywife! My gut is the first thing I want to lose!

I heard you had some tips for dealing with the scars? Could you re-post that info?

Congrats!

As far as scars go I just apply Mederma and Bio Oil faithfully twice a day. You use just plain vitamin E oil too I think. I started as soon as they were closed up all the way. Definitely keep antibiotic ointment on them as long as you can post op, I really think it helps keep them soft while healing. I did the bio oil on my c section scar and it too is almost invisible. I've had my appendix out too and you can't even see those scars on my belly can you? They were to the left and right below my belly button

Thanks! I have been a faithful Vit. E user and I always wondered if Mederma worked (it's wicked expensive!). I will get some Bio Oil and we keep antibiotic ointment handy. Keeping the skin soft while healing makes sense!

You look fantastic!

Posted my update here with photos! Down 40 pounds and 25 inches! Weighed in at 179.4 this morning =)

http://www.obesityhe...te-WITH-photos/

http://www.obesityhe...dd-them-to-the/

I had to do 2 posts because it wouldn't let me upload two seperate picture collages...one is front view, the other side view. I've lost 10 inches off my waist alone and am now zipping into size 12 jeans at Gap very comfortably...can do 10s at Old Navy with their vanity sizing =)

You look fantastic!! I hope I do as well as you!! I'm a little taller and weigh a little more, but am similarly built...so I'm gonna hold out hope.

That's awesome about running and training. I have set a goal to run a 5k within a year post-op (hopefully much sooner but I hate to overcommit). I, too, have some back issues and am really hoping the weight loss will help.

~Kat

Looking good!! Make sure to share this with Dr Garcia.