Hi I'm new to the site and new to VSG. I am 55 mom of 4 kids 13-20. I started my wls experience 11 years ago when my husband had RNY. His experience was horrific. They cut the main artery to his stomach and then sent him home still bleeding internally to return a week later. They dehydrated him because they forgot to give him an in and wouldn't let him have anything to eat or drink. This nearly killed him but also caused chronic kidney stones to form which he still gets to this day. The good news is that he has maintained a 100 pound weight loss for 11 years. So, when I found myself at 223 pounds and looked at myself in family photos I decided to look into what was happening in the field today. I started looking at the end of February 2017. I had my first doctor appointment march 6 and by the end of May had surgery scheduled for June 22. My insurance company approved the same day the doctor sent in the forms! On top of that I had no copay. So here I am.

I had surgery on June 22. I have had a great recovery process so far. I'm excited to see where this journey takes me.

Hw 223, SW 217 CW 200 GW 135

Hi there. I am 51. Four kids the same exact age range as yours [emoji4]. I was sleeved 5/5 and have lost 52 lbs. I feel fantastic. My energy and mood are so improved. I have a brighter outlook. I wish you success

Thanks! I'm feeling great! I can't believe how much more energy I have too! I've been decaffeinated since June 22. I can't believe that I don't have an afternoon slump I used to have when I was drinking a pit a day!
I also am not as tired as I used to be. I guess the carbs and sugar were killing me after all (lol).
Congrats on the weight loss. I look forward to getting to know some new friends on here!


Hw 223, SW 217 CW 200 GW 135

Wow, Missy, you sure don't look 55!!! Anyway, I was sleeved at 58, am now 63....best thing I ever did! Congratulations! Excited for you. Interestingly, I was 223 lbs, but 205 at surgery, just like you! My goal weight was 138 which I reached in exactly one year (I wrote a book about called Queen of Crop, where I wrote every Sunday for a year (while traveling!). Might help you see what you might be in store for....a great adventure for sure! I was at my goal weight for 4 years....this past year I have gained 10 lbs and am working to get that off.....good luck!

Thanks so much! I think having kids late in life keeps me young. I'd love to read your book! You look great by the way!


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 200 GW 135

Hello All - I'm 51 - a 12 year cancer survivor and I honestly feel like my life is just starting !..My kids are 24.- 22 & 16... I am about 75% done with all the PreOp "stuff" - so insurance will cover. I was having a very hard time finding ladies in our YOUNG age group who have had it done'... I'll be following along and very excited about getting a surgery date.

Congratulation!!
I am new here and just starting my process, but everything is moving pretty quickly.
My name is Marie and I am 51.

I am 52 my surgery is scheduled 9/26 replacing the lap band

Hi, I'm 55 with 5 kids 15-30 and had surgery 4/4/17 HW 290 SW 250 CW 187 GW ? Not sure was 175 but might go lower, wanted something I could maintain. Good luck to everyone

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Hello I'm 51 and I'm scheduled for Dec 18. Wow I'm glad to hear how much energy you have. That is one of my hopes for this surgery. I am going to say one day this is one of the best things I ever did for myself. I have many questions and if anyone is willing to share your wisdom , I would love to hear from you.