dawncoates posted a discussion topic 6 years, 11 months ago
  • My surgery was Dec 7, 2016 and I have lost 33 pounds. I am feeling scared and discouraged. I have heard of others at 4 months post op who have lost double the weight that I have. Please offer qords of advice or encouragement.

dawncoates wrote Not losing 6 years, 11 months ago

My surgery was Dec 7, 2016 and I have lost 33 pounds. I read other post where people at 4months post op have lost double the weigjt. I am really discouraged 


dawncoates posted a discussion topic 7 years, 3 months ago

I had my VSG on December 7th, what is the average weight loss. Someone told me I should be dropping about 15 pounds a month, is this true?


dawncoates posted a discussion topic 7 years, 3 months ago

I was sleeved December 7, 2016 since then I have lost 9 pounds is this right or should I be losing more? What am I doing wrong? I barely have an appetite and I mainly eat protein shakes and baby food. Any suggestions or advice?


dawncoates posted a discussion topic 7 years, 4 months ago

My surgery date was December 7th and I think I thought I would wake up 50 pounds smaller but we know that is not reality. Yet since my surgery I have only lost 7 pounds I am wondering is something wrong with me. Also my surgeon is treating me for pylor


dawncoates posted a discussion topic 7 years, 4 months ago

My surgery date was 12/7/16 and I had the misconception that I would wake up like Beyoncé or at least 30 pounds lighter. Yet reality has set in in and I have only lost 7 pounds, yet I am no longer on my medication for diabetes. I find myself grateful t


dawncoates wrote 13 days postop 7 years, 4 months ago

I thought I would wake up looking like Beyonce but I woke looking like me. I realized I'm grateful  because I wokw qith a bwtter chance at improving my health and my self esteem. I've  lost 6 pound...


Kathy S. wrote 7 years, 4 months ago
Hi dawncoates, Congratulations on your upcoming surgery! Here are some links to information you may find helpful: http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/photographing-your-weight-loss-surgery-journey http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/weight-loss-surgery-hosptial-stay-what-to-pack http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/four-on-the-floor-self-care-after-weight-loss-surgery We can't wait to hear from you post-op!

JulieB1966 wrote 7 years, 4 months ago
Just want to say Goodluck, I just had surgery Nov 16/16, so far so good, wish you the best :) JulieB1966
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