Wowzers! Sometimes posts on here are like train wrecks... You can't help but read them, but then you are so down and sad.

I am at the beginning of my weight loss journey. I see the surgeon, psych, and dietician on Wednesday --- I have an incredible husband who loves and adores me and is so pumped for this new adventure together. I have an incredible support group of family and friends.

I just wanted to hear from some people who have/have had incredible journeys.

Believe me, my husband and I work with people every day - I completely understand that people have difficulties and they do not always have a great support system. So, I am not putting anyone down - and I am not discounting the fact that I am at the beginning of my journey and there will be ups and downs and maybe even very difficult and trying times. However, if you have a great (amazing) story - I would LOVE to hear it!

Thanks!

I'm only 5 months in, and it's going great. I'm down 89 from surgery, had no real complications, and have no regrets. Best of luck to you!

I'm only almost 3 weeks post op but my surgery went fantastic and I recovered very quickly. I was up walking with minimal pain and have had no complications so far. I've been lucky and I'm so grateful!! ???? I was shocked at how well everything went. I had prepared my self to feel miserable and to be in tons of pain.

Edited November 9, 201510 yr by southernheart

5 months post, down 95 lbs. best decision I have ever made in my life. Feel better than I ever have or ever knew that I could feel. It's a scary process going into the unknown with risks, but the ultimate reward of health and freedom from being bound by weight is worth everything and more.

Edited November 9, 201510 yr by red37

My son and I had surgery 12 weeks ago. Both went fine with no complications. He has lost 64 pounds and I lost 40. Best decision I have ever made even without the support of my husband at first.

I'm about 2.5 months post op, down 54 pounds since surgery and over 100 overall, and I have had no complications. The few people in my life I have told are all super kind and supportive, as well as encouraging. My boyfriend has not only lovingly taken care of me during recovery and the huge changes I'm going through, but has changed his whole lifestyle to adapt to my new healthier one, and he's lost about 30 pounds himself and is off a med that gave him awful side effects. My mom cried when she saw me for the first time in a month, and hugged me hard with a huge smile on her face, because of how much I have changed and how much healthier every aspect of my life has already become. My support group at the hospital is awesome, the people are sweet, understanding, and informative. My bariatric team was fantastic and the checkups have been just as great. I truly have nothing to complain about and everything to be amazingly happy about. I consider myself incredibly lucky and blessed.

My surgery and recovery were complication free. I'm about three and a half months out. Down 79 pounds overall and 47 since surgery. Life is good and it's getting better everyday! Best decision ever!

Thank you all for your awesome stories!!! Very encouraging and I am looking forward to what the future brings!

Thank you all for your awesome stories!!! Very encouraging and I am looking forward to what the future brings!

You have to sift through things, but there are some great stories on here.

There are a bunch of "when can I eat pizza" stuff.......but get past them and you'll see the positive stuff.

It's a great site with some inspiring folks.

Best wishes for you !!!

First off, congrats on the beginning of your journey! You'll do great.

My surgery went well with minimal pain and complications.

I also have an amazing husband who loves me at my worse and best. He has always called me beautiful and showed me his love for me. I know that he enjoys seeing my confidence grow because I have definitely lacked confidence for the last 18 years.

Best of luck!!!

I'm 8 months post op. I've lost 89 pounds. My happy moment happened last week. I power walked for 45 minutes and still had energy when I was done! I love my sleeve!

I am one week post surgery and feel very good. I am able to eat a realistic amount of food and have not gotten sick on anything I have tried. I am very happy I made the decision to have the surgery and have lost 28 pounds so far...

I am a little more than 3 months out and approaching a total WL of 80# (pre and post RNY). I had a great recovery and no complications.