octoberbabee
3 Year Surgiversary!!!
Feb 19, 2013
Wow! It has been 3 years since I had the surgery that changed my life :). It has been quite a journey, filled with ups and downs (physically and otherwise), but it was one of the best decisions I have ever made. I am so enjoying being able to do things without having to stop to catch my breath and without getting tired. I love being able to buy clothes off of the racks and not having to go to specialty stores just to buy panty hose! I love being able to get on the floor to play with the children in my life (or to even just sit on the floor and watch TV, read or whatever!). There are many other things I could list here, but it would take too much space and time but the main thing I love now is ME and the self confidence that I have gained.
So far, I have been able to maintain my weight loss of 165 lbs (within about 5 lbs), which the doctor tells me is completely normal at this stage. I do need to get myself back on track with my protein, water intake and exercise but I have the confidence that I will keep this weight off. To anyone contemplating this surgery (RNY) I would recommend it, hands down. My only caution would be to make sure you do your research on the doctor(s) you are interested in and make sure they and the facility they are associated with are certified. Read reviews, talk to people, etc. I had my surgery at Johns Hopkins at Bayview in Baltimore; it was performed by Dr Magnuson and he did an outstanding job. His whole staff is fantastic (I just had my 3 year checkup) and they are so patient and never rush me through. So I would recommend them wholeheartedly!
