My Journey Back To Life

Username: Terri B.
Location: St. Louis, MO, USA
Member Since: 4/15/2005
BMI: 24.8
Post Op
Surgery Type: Duodenal Switch (11/29/05)
Surgeon: Gilberto Ungson, M.D.

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10-1/2 Months Out Uploaded on 10/20/06 9:56 pm	Mexican Switch Sisters Uploaded on 10/19/06 9:22 pm

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Friends

Terri B. has 42 Friends

Jo F.	The New & Still Impr Robin	Emily D
LeaAnn	Anne S.	Christine L.
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Surgeon Testimonial

Gilberto Ungson, M.D.
Before surgery, Dr. Ungson was excellent with his correspondence - answering any and all questions I had.

When I went for surgery, I found him to be a kind and caring person who proved to be a very capable surgeon. He goes to great lengths to make sure that his patients are very well taken care of and I always felt that I was in good hands.

Member Interests

Business & Career - We own a Heating & Air Conditioning Company
Cats - We have 2 Cats - Romeo and Scooter
Dogs - We have 2 Golden Retrievers and one Retriever Mix
Gardening & Horticulture - Master Gardener - Missouri Botanical Gardens
Sewing - I Sew and do Machine Embroidery
Baseball - Go Cards!!!
Football - Go Rams!!!

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Latest Surgery Support Comments

Comment by Melissa Mermaid on 11/29/06 5:50 pm

Happy 1st Switch-i-versary, Terri ... Congratulations on a stellar year and a journey that gets smoother, sweeter and "free-er" as you travel it. Way to go! Love & Hugs & Kisses

Comment by swangirl on 3/1/06 4:07 pm

Wishing you the best on your surgery, recovery and weightloss!! Linda/Bactrac/swangi rl Name/CB handle/me post op

Comment by waynenale on 11/28/05 6:02 am

Congratulations on your new life! I pray for your uneventful surgery and your speedy recovery. Remember to save room for those of us coming after you.

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Terri B.'s Blog

Checking In....
on June 26, 2008 12:59 pm

It's been way too long since I updated! I am still at goal - happily wearing my size 6 jeans as I type.

I am so thrilled with my DS, I can never repay Dr. Ungson for the miracle he brought to my life. I watch my protein intake, take my supplements and basically eat what I want after that. My labs have been stellar and my Dr. is jealous of my BP and Cholesterol numbers.

I am 2-1/2 years out and haven't really gained or lost in about a year. I still read this board almost daily and am thrilled my DS buds are still around from when I originally joined and had my surgery. I don't participate much but I love keeping up with everyone.

Life is wonderful!!

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Goal!!
on January 27, 2007 12:36 pm

I have decided to call it goal - I have been pretty solidly in size 6 jeans - this week I actually had to buy a 4 and I don't want to be any thinner than that.

I feel wonderful - my one year labs came back good and I really could not ask for more from my surgery.

I love my DS - life is good!!!

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Same Old Stuff....
on January 10, 2007 7:22 pm

Things are pretty much the same - I am very happy!! I'm still at a loss of 125 lbs. and am hoping to inch my way down that last 15 lbs. I know I will lose some when I have my lower body lift, but I want to get rid of some of the boobs - they are in my way with some clothing and it's irritating. I got a beautiful suit and it's a 10P but is tight across the bust..grrrr!!!

Time to ease back on the carbs and get some exercise!!

I am still using protein shakes (Slim Fast Low Carb) to make sure I get all of my protein along with good solid protein. I like seafood, some chicken, steak, etc. can tolerate some hamburgers but not if they are dry. I can eat pretty much what I want now without gaining, but if I eat too many sweets I don't lose.

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Size 6 Jeans!!
on December 25, 2006 7:44 pm

I can't believe during the holidays I managed to lose weight and drop a size. I LOVE MY DS!!!!

I am now firmly in size 6 jeans and pants! Medium sweaters and tops fit fine, still hoping to drop some of the bust!! :)

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Late getting Updated
on December 12, 2006 6:03 pm

Like everyone else, my life has been busy post surgery!! I am now at 140 lbs. - a total loss of 125 lbs. and wow have things changed.

I couldn't be happier right now. I'm still losing after a stall, so I know things are working properly. I really don't want to get much lower as I know I will lose some when I get my tummy tuck and I don't want to drop below 120/125.

Right now, I'm in an 8petite jeans and the legs are getting baggy in those. If it weren't for the panni, I would be in a 6 I'm pretty sure. The only problem is I'm still a 38D which means in a dress I have to get a 10 or 12. Then it fits thru the bust but is loose everywhere else. Geez, how does Pamela Anderson do it??? HAHAHAHAHA!!!!!

I'm hoping in this next drop of weight I will lose some of the bust so I can at least get into a 36 as Victorias Secret only goes up to 36 in their stores and I would love to get some pretty bras.

Well, if that is my only problem, I am one lucky person!!!

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