3 days post op with Dr Kelly and super happy! I was always wanting pictures so here are some. I'll get some of incisions etc later. I want to keep updated with my changing shape too.

I love Dr Kelly and Florence/Oasis! God has blessed me!

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I'm down almost 60lbs already!

 

 

I've heard Nova hospital is very nice and although Florence was definitely adequate and nice this should be a change for the better.

 

Dr Kelly still keeps in touch, and I have Lora anytime I need any nutritional advice ect. It's a great experience. My friend had hers 4 weeks after mine by Dr Kelly and it has been a great road for her too.

It was a challenge healing with my almost 3 year old. Do you have help?

My mom will be staying with me for a while after, so she'll be a great help. Do you know how long it is before we're able to lift again? I'm thinking that lifting my baby in and out of her crib for her nightly bottle will be a no-no...

 

That's where I'm having some guilt about this whole thing. It's like my whole family are going to have to make sacrifices so I can get this surgery. My hubby will have to take time off work to take care of the kids while I'm gone. I'm dragging my 62 year old mother, who never travels btw, to Mexico with me. Then when I get back, I'll be useless to my kids until I heal and therefore putting a bigger burden on my husband and mother...

 

Yikes, sorry about that rant. I guess I needed to get that off my chest lol.

My mom will be staying with me for a while after, so she'll be a great help. Do you know how long it is before we're able to lift again? I'm thinking that lifting my baby in and out of her crib for her nightly bottle will be a no-no...

 

That's where I'm having some guilt about this whole thing. It's like my whole family are going to have to make sacrifices so I can get this surgery. My hubby will have to take time off work to take care of the kids while I'm gone. I'm dragging my 62 year old mother, who never travels btw, to Mexico with me. Then when I get back, I'll be useless to my kids until I heal and therefore putting a bigger burden on my husband and mother...

 

Yikes, sorry about that rant. I guess I needed to get that off my chest lol.

 

Bailey, keep in mind that you are making sacrifices, too! You're sacrificing your relationship with food. You're sacrificing more than half of a major organ! But you're doing it for the greater benefit to your health and your family's well-being. Yeah, it might be a little inconvenient for a few days or weeks, but when you're fully recovered and making progress to your goal, just think how much more energy you'll have for your kiddos and how many extra years you'll be around to make memories with your husband, your children (and someday, grandkids)!

Don't feel guilty for doing something amazing and important.

 

Bailey' date=' keep in mind that you are making sacrifices, too! You're sacrificing your relationship with food. You're sacrificing more than half of a major organ! But you're doing it for the greater benefit to your health and your family's well-being. Yeah, it might be a little inconvenient for a few days or weeks, but when you're fully recovered and making progress to your goal, just think how much more energy you'll have for your kiddos and how many extra years you'll be around to make memories with your husband, your children (and someday, grandkids)!

Don't feel guilty for doing something amazing and important. [/quote']

 

 

Thank you, that made me a little emotional. You are so right and deep down I know that already but it's certainly nice to be reminded!

Bailey, I drug my 65 yo mother to Mexico and she loved it. Your kids need you to be at a healthy weight so that you can live a great energetic life.

 

It's 6 weeks before you can lift them. It may seem like forever but it goes fast and it is well worth it! I already have more energy to take care of them

I'm down 60lbs. Not the best pic trying on clothes, but I feel awesome!

 

Also remember you can read them books and do cuddly lovie things with the kids.

I have not had my surgery yet' date=' but cant believe I am reading, after 3 days from surgery, you say you are Excited!! That really encourages me![/quote']

Hey Livewire! I had surgery Monday and I'm staying at my moms for now. I wish I wouldn't had been so worried cuz it's been a piece of cake! Idid get sick once & that was cuz I drank and didn't sip my water. I did use the morphine pump and other meds they fave me for swelling. I have NO regrets!!! I got up a lot and did lots of walking and it does help. Another thing was I kept the heating pad either ony back or tummy and chest to help with gas pains. I did not need to use my gas -x strips. I think the heating pad was the big help. Hope this helps you! Stay strong sister! !!

What a difference 2 months 1 week can make. Over 60lbs gone, I even had the confidence to change my hair!

 

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What a difference 2 months 1 week can make. Over 60lbs gone' date=' I even had the confidence to change my hair!

 

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You definitely look like you have more confidence!

I have not had my surgery yet, but cant believe I am reading, after 3 days from surgery, you say you are Excited!! That really encourages me!

I was excited from the moment I woke up in recovery!!!! It's been a wild ride....and I've enjoyed every step!!! Strap in and hold on....and have fun with all the changes headed your way!

Wow Gibson Girl you look great!

You look freakin' amazing!!!

Omg you look awesome! Sashay the runway!