newdonna posted a discussion topic 7 years, 1 month ago

Did my vertical sleeve November 20th 2016 and since then I lost 58 pounds. Yesterday I went to H&M and I now fit into a size large in tops. the top was only 15$! 

 

So thrilled I fit into regular store sizes for so many reasons. There i


newdonna posted a discussion topic 7 years, 2 months ago

Hi guys, 

 

So I am ten weeks post op and have lost 50 pounds that is including the pre liquid diet. Does this sound about right? I have been losing slower too, I guess this is normal also ?


newdonna posted a discussion topic 7 years, 3 months ago

I have had two short stalls so far, 7 weeks in. But I know there are more to come, any suggestions on how to break them?

While I know what worked for you may not work for me and that it is part of the process, it is still nice to know what work


newdonna posted a discussion topic 7 years, 4 months ago

Saw my surgeon and dietitian today and both said that I am doing well with the weight loss...33 pounds yay!

I met my first short term goal which was to fit in a size 18 jeans. I rewarded myself with a lingerie splurge from La Senza and La Vie e


newdonna posted a discussion topic 7 years, 4 months ago

So it's been three weeks since my surgery and this week my weight has remained the same. I have been aware of the three week stall. Next week I am allowed to begin exercising and that is what I am going to do. I have been waking and finding excuses to


newdonna has a new goal: first short term goal is to fit into my size 18 jeans 7 years, 4 months ago
The jeans are motivating me, they are in plain view in my room.

newdonna posted a discussion topic 7 years, 4 months ago

I just got approved to eat soft and purees food...scrambled eggs never tasted so good lol

It is the little things that are victories. I am happy I can go out for brunch with my friends, they can eat whatever they chose and I can order two scram


newdonna posted a discussion topic 7 years, 4 months ago

So it has been 1 week since surgery. This week I lost 8 pounds. Which is great, I just feel I have so much to lose. My recovery went well and although I have week moments I am doing well on the post op diet. Any tips on accelerating the weight loss pro


newdonna posted a discussion topic 7 years, 5 months ago

I learnt how to better control myself during the difficult pre op diet. I also learnt that a diet high in protein and veggies gives me much more energy than one higher in carbs.

Surgery is Friday at 6:30am and I'm nervous but mostly excited and


Kathy S. wrote 7 years, 5 months ago
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!

newdonna posted a discussion topic 7 years, 5 months ago

So yesterday, after day four of my pre-op liquid diet, I cheated. I am feeling disappointed and worried about my liver not being small enough to perform the surgery. I ate a plate of shepherds pie. I was so hungry and my family was eating it for supper


newdonna wrote Nine Days until Surgery - I cheated 7 years, 5 months ago

I have nine days until surgery and yesterday, I cheated on my pre op diet. Now I am worried the surgery won't happen and I am doing my best to make sure I don't cheat again. All this liquid...when ...

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