Hi everyone! My name is Natalie, 29yrs old from Canada. I am 1-month post op Roux En Y as of today. I have always struggled with my weight for as long as I can remember and tried so many diets I've lost count. This was a "last-chance" as my doctor puts it as I started developing health issues due to my obesity such as sleep apnea and hypertension. I decided to do something about it when my weight hit 394lbs, I cried...infact wept as I always vowed I would never let myself get that big.

Since surgery on November 19th I have lost 32lbs and for a total loss since October 8th of 50lbs. It hasn't been easy but my mom always says to me in patois "if Yuh waan good Yuh nose haffi run". Which translates to if you want something bad enough you have to be willing to endure the hardships and pain. Not just the rosey stuff. Hope to make lasting friendships here as we embark on the journey

I love that quote from your mom. Moms know it all! Congratulations on the steps you've made. You must be so proud of yourself!

Girl. Lemme tell you...moms are the best! Lol. My family has made this so much easier and I'm really happy I made the steps and feel like I'm just getting started n ready to kick butt!

Edited December 20, 201411 yr by bigbattynatty

Natalie,

You are doing so great! I know your health conditions will resolve in a few more months. My diabetes went away, so did other issues. In my post-op classes they all have said no more sleep apnea, diabetes etc.... This is a life saving procedure and your'e still so young that you have done it at the right time. I wish I had done it years ago. But I was scared. I wish you a happy and thin new year and merry Christmas. You have given yourself the best present ever.

Natalie,

You are doing so great! I know your health conditions will resolve in a few more months. My diabetes went away, so did other issues. In my post-op classes they all have said no more sleep apnea, diabetes etc.... This is a life saving procedure and your'e still so young that you have done it at the right time. I wish I had done it years ago. But I was scared. I wish you a happy and thin new year and merry Christmas. You have given yourself the best present ever.

Thank you Maggie! Needed to hear that this morning, that means a lot. A very Happy New Year and Merry Christmas to you too ????

Hi I had my surgery on 18 November and since then I have lost 22 lb and to be honest I am a it disappointed with this but maybe my body has gone into shock and is holding onto everything. I haven't had any probs with anything I have eaten or drank. Does this sound normal ....

Hi I had my surgery on 18 November and since then I have lost 22 lb and to be honest I am a it disappointed with this but maybe my body has gone into shock and is holding onto everything. I haven't had any probs with anything I have eaten or drank. Does this sound normal ....

Hey Julie, I don't think you should beat yourself. 22lbs is a great achievement and you have to remember everyone's journey is different. I was talking to my girlfriend and she was saying she's already tried slider burgers. While me, I'm still on flaky fish and mashed potatoes. Hang in there because I'm confident that it will get better for us! When's you next checkup ?

@@bigbattynatty that is a gr8 story. I'm from Canada too and my surgery is on January 9th. I've just started my liquid diet yesterday. I look forward to my surgery date and the days to come after to start my new life.

@@bigbattynatty that is a gr8 story. I'm from Canada too and my surgery is on January 9th. I've just started my liquid diet yesterday. I look forward to my surgery date and the days to come after to start my new life.

Hey fellow Canuck! Good luck with your preop diet, your surgery and hereafter. You can do it ????