April M.

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I am down to 250 pounds. My weight loss over the last few months has slowed considerably. I know it is because I am not working out like I know I should be. I also know that I am not tracking my food intake. Starting today, I am going to get back on target. I have 70 pounds left to lose. I know I can get there. I have to buckle down and use this tool to its maximum. I have been under a lot of stress lately. I have gone back to school in the last month. I am also looking for a job. Financially, things are not good. My sleep schedule is totally out of whack. I know this is why my weight loss isn't what it could be. I am going to up the support meetings. Hopefully, this will help. Peace and love to all.

Saw my surgeon for my 6 months post op visit  Had labs drawn again. I was down 31 pounds from the previous appointment so he was pleased. I go back on Dec. 26. I've lost another 4 pounds since that appointment so I'm chugging along. I'm halfway to my goal now! Feeling good. Hope everybody is doing well. Hugs and encouragement to all.

I go to the doctor on the 12th. I am worried that he will lecture me again about not losing enough weight. The last visit he had me lower my calories to 500-600 from 600-800 to help increase my weight loss. He is concerned that I might not reach goal at the rate I am losing. I am hoping to lose a few more pounds before my appointment. I was down to 305 when I last saw him and today I was at 278. Its been 2 months since my last appointment.  He says at this point I should have lost 55% of my excess weight. I am pretty sure I am not there. He also thinks I should be able to get down to the 140's while I think 160 would be a good size for me and still within normal BMI. I guess we will see. I am still slacking on my exercise. I need to get my rear in gear! Maybe that will increase the weight loss.  Best wishes on your journey everybody!

Today is 5 months since my life changing RNY surgery.  I am feeling good and losing weight! Yay! I am down to 284 from my pre surgical diet weight of 381 pounds. 103 down from my highest weight of 387 in January of this year. Is it weird that I don't feel like I look that different?  Maybe its because I don't look at my full body. I only see what my face looks like. I notice that it is getting thinner and my clothes are definitely fitting looser. I have gone from a 54H bra size down to a 46DDD. I've also gone down two sizes in panties!! I am considering getting a full length mirror so that I can see my whole body so that maybe the weight loss will be more real to me.  I am still wearing the same clothes they just fit much looser. Most of what I have is draw strings and elastic waist bands so they fit. I just have to hike them up a lot. My sweet children and husband are always telling me how much better I look.  I am hesitant to post before and after pictures. I kind of feel like that is something I don't want to do until I reach my goal weight. I know how silly that sounds.  I am also struggling to find a before picture for comparison. I don't have many full body photos of myself. I avoided having my picture taken. I am still not comfortable having my picture taken. So that is what I am working on right now. Accepting myself, no matter what the packaging looks like.  The excess skin is already rearing its head. My lower abdomen, thighs and upper arms are the worst at this point.  That being said, I don't mind the loose skin. I'd much rather have loose skin than big pockets full of fat that can kill me. I am not exercising like I should be. My weight loss could be more I guess.  My doctor seems to think I have a sluggish metabolism and has had me lower my calorie intake a little to combat it. I am hoping to have lost another 15-20 pounds by my 6 month appointment.  Hope everyone is doing well and feeling good. Best wishes on your journeys.

I've been doing great. Energy levels are on the rise. I've lost 67 pounds so far. My BMI is down 10 points!! I am off my blood pressure medication completely. I am getting into an exercise routine including yoga and kettle bell weight training. Walking is so much easier. Starting to have issues with my lower belly fat sagging. It has started to interfere with walking. I am also battling with a yeast infection under my stomach flap and upper thighs. Using topical anti fungal cream and washing and drying the areas frequently. If anyone can share any tips on treating that, advice is most welcome. Blessings to everyone. 

Had my RNY on Monday. No complications.  Having no trouble drinking so I came home Wednesday afternoon. In a lot more pain than I thought i'd be.  Compared to my c-sections, I'd say pain is about the same maybe just a little more due to the gas pain.  I'm getting into the habit of taking all my meds and vitamins and so far, I can get in about 40 g of protein.  I am not sleeping well but am resting when I can. Hope everyone is doing well in their journey.  Thanks to everyone for your support.

I got my pre surgery packet today.  With details on the pre surgery diet, admission procedures, co payments etc.  I can't believe that I'm only about two weeks away from changing my life forever.  I am so ready to get my health back on track and get my life back! I know its going to be hard work but I have educated myself and I feel ready for the challenges. I have my family and friends supporting me 100%  I'm not nervous at all. I think that will come closer to surgery, like the night before, lol.  My fifteen year old is worried about me. I keep telling her that this surgery is much more common and safer than it was when it first was developed.  I have answered all her questions. In the end, I am her mother, she doesn't want anything to happen to me.  I understand her concerns.  Hoping all goes smoothly and there are no complications.