OK here's a little ME history... My names Kat Bird. I'm 2.5 years post op. How far out is everyone here so far? I'm trying to figure out if this forum is where I should be. I had LAP RNY 1-29-03. I lost 178 lb meeting and exceeding my goal and my surgeon's goal. I reached 129-135/138 lb and stayed there. My hubs and I began TTC @ just about 18 months post op and became preggers right away. During my preggers journey I gained 45 lb. Well, I've only lost 15 of those lb and am truthfully struggling. I'm angry, fed up with the weight and am trying to get it off. My goal is to get back to a comfortable weight then apply for reconstructive surgery. I have serious excess skin and need to get it removed because of some lovely health issues. I'll spare ya'll the details. Believe me the thoughts of more surgeries is sucking but I am tired of the health issues. Any advice would be great appreciated. Thanks Kat

Welcome, U are in the right place, I am almost 4yrs out, its nice to have u Bruce habeejubee@hotmail.com

Thanks..I'm hoping to get to know some of ya'll on here. Hugs, Kat

You fit in right here, with all the rest of us struggling. It is really hard when regular life and its problems invade on our well orchestrated post WLS life. We were in such amazing control as we went through the initial journey and lost all the weight. I know it is frustrating when it doesn't come easier anymore. Although the specifics may differ, the general feelings of frustration are common to us all. I am one who tries to find a positive in everything that is thrown in my path. Yes, you have 30 unwanted #s. But a little price to pay for the bundle you received in return. Hang in there ( and here ), you can do it! Mary K

Hi Mary, Yep a little price to pay and I love both my girls very much. It's a strugge but I will do it! Hugs, Kat

i am also 2.5 years out and this has become my new home. You will enjoy it here. Hope you hang around.

I'll hang around a while. I'm hoping to learn so more. Most of the forums I've been on have been so informative. Hugs, Kat

yup you found the right place! Good luck and hollar if we can be of any assist!

Thanks Miss Dame Tooter! I sure will. Hugs, Kat

WELCOME to the GRADS board of STRUGGLERS! We're all in the same boat here. Well.....most of us anyway. Elle

Hi Elle, Thanks. Looking forward to getting to know ya'll and learn more. Hugs, Kat

BTW, is KAT BIRD, your real name? I find it totally CUTE! Elle

Nah Kat Bird is a nickname my Dad calls me. My real name is Katherine Ring. Thanks for the compliment! Hugs, Kat

You are in the right place for sure. I think most of us are having struggles these days. So welcome. And congratulations on your 178 lb lose, your newest little one and with your 15 lb lose. Hugs Susan -170

Hi Susan, Thanks very much. I'm glad to know I'm not alone. Hugs and congrats on -170! Kat

Hiya Kat and welcome! Go read my profile and you will feel SOOOOOO much better!! LOL Kari

Hi Kari, I sure will. Thanks! Hugs, Kat

Hey Kat! Welcome...glad you found us Hugs, Paola

Welcome! I know you will lose the weight. I am struggling with losing another 30-32 pounds. It is happening slowly, but I know I will lose it! Hugs and happiness, Tammy