Hi , everyone . I love reading all this posts and getting informed on WLS since i am starting My journey. I have dealt with obesity all my life .But During the last 4-5 years i had children and My Weight became worst .. I am 5 ft tall and weight at approx. 220-240 pounds. My fathers side of the family are all obese 300+ pound . I am so tired of been tired because of my weight .. I cant even enjoy my kids because my ankles would hurt so bad plus Im always tired.. after 6 Months of thinking about it i decided enough was enough and called the bariatric center in my state (rhode island) .On feb 10th i have to attend a seminar and than i could make an appt with my surgeon ..i have all type of mix emotions but im mostly excited . I just want to be happy and healthy so that i could see my babies grow :-)
Can you guys share your stories ? What is your goal ? In what stage of the process are you ? . :-)

Hello @@jessicasantana28

I went to the first seminar for my bariatric program in January of last year, and had the RNY on August 17th of last year. Since beginning the program, I've lost 117 pounds (102 since the day of surgery). I've had no complications except for a little anemia that is being managed by my doctor. I have no regrets!

I wish you only the best as you move forward. Feel free to friend me or message me if there's anything you think I may be able to help you with.

@@Cervidae congrats and thnk you so much and i sure will add you . BTW how was the seminar how long after the seminar did you see the surgeon ?

@@jessicasantana28

Hi there and welcome! Congratulations on making your decision to get healthy!

I had RNY 16 months ago. I had many comorbitities, many very serious. I am down 140lbs to a normal BMI. I was 310lbs when I started, 303 on surgery day. I am now 170 and 5lbs away from my ideal weight. I am beginning the maintenance phase of my journey knowing I have a lot of loose skin.

I am guessing at least 15lbs of it. All of my comorbitities are in remission.

My only regret is waiting too long to make this decision. I love how I look and how I feel.

I wish you the very best!

@@jessicasantana28 I have to say the WLS was the best decision I have ever made. I too decided to have it because I want to give the best life to my child. I had my surgery November 2015 and I am down 75 lbs ! I haven't felt this good in a long time. I had the bypass done and I am really glad I did. not only did I help myself but I helped people around me too ! They were all so interested in what I had done. A lot of emotions are expected... This is a forever life change. But you will be happy you did. I love to help people and I am always here to talk ! Message me at anytime. I will answer any questions. ????????????????

Edited February 2, 201610 yr by proudmommy315

Welcome and let us know if we can be of any help. I put my stories into a couple little articles on the internet. I am 33 months post-op RNY gastric bypass surgery. The first article covers my experience during the "Weight Loss" phase. The second describes the "Maintenance" phase. I have also included my before and after photograph at the 6 month mark.

http://www.breadandbutterscience.com/Surgery.pdf

http://www.breadandbutterscience.com/Surgery2.pdf

http://www.breadandbutterscience.com/Operation.jpg