YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years ago

What a journey! Love this forum, haven't posted for a long time but read all the time. Thanks to everyone for your insight, thoughts, great ideas and sharing your story. The weight loss has started to reaaaaalllly sslloooowwww down, but the scale is st


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years, 8 months ago

I will be three weeks out tomorrow. I am on full liquids. I do not feel any restriction, I feel like I could drink gallons of soup! I don't though. Just wondering. Thanks!


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years, 9 months ago

i am in Calgary


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years, 9 months ago

i am able to drink much more than the 64 ounces. I walked around the block today, it was very hot so I was shaky towards the end. Having my three meal replacements per day, as per nutritionist recommendation. Taking all vitamins and all medications. Fe


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years, 9 months ago

vsg Monday and home yesterday. Feeling happy. Having trouble getting liquid down and I am taking painkillers. Just able to walk around my apartment today, maybe try a shower later .


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years, 9 months ago

i am ready! And scared, and excited, and happy. WOW!


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years, 9 months ago

i got the call yesterday and my surgery is scheduled for Monday at 1 PM! I have to arrive at 11:30, which is nice because the hospital is an hour and a half drive from my home. I have been told clear liquids only for Sunday then on Monday until 10:30 A


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years, 9 months ago

the time has flown by and I am ready for my new surgery date of July 16,2018! My journey has been long. I was referred in September 2016 and had the group orientation in January 2017. My initial clinic visit was for March 2017, then that was reschedule


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years, 9 months ago

the time has flown by and I am ready for my new surgery date of July 16,2018! My journey has been long. I was referred in September 2016 and had the group orientation in January 2017. My initial clinic visit was for March 2016, then that was reschedul


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years, 10 months ago

so last Wednesday, 5 minutes before I was to leave for the hospital, I got a call cancelling my surgery. My surgeon was sick. I have been rescheduled for July 16,2018-not too far away. I was so disappointed but after I thought about it for a bit, I


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years, 11 months ago

i was ready to leave and go to the hospital and got a call, my surgeon is sick and I am rescheduled July 16. I am disappointed .


YYC_Healthy posted a comment 5 years, 11 months ago
I got a call at 7 AM and my surgeon is sick and my surgery is...

YYC_Healthy posted a comment 5 years, 11 months ago
I worry too much, they called about 1/2 hour after this post. And it is...

YYC_Healthy wrote Phone Call 5 years, 11 months ago

I am waiting for my phone call to let me know what time my surgery I'd tomorrow. What time do they usually call? 

 

Nervous much???


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years, 11 months ago

drinking, drinking and drinking water and feeling pretty good! Only concern is the drive to the city. I am driving up,late this afternoon, it will take 1 1/2 hours, and staying in a hotel in order to get to the hospital early tomorrow . Afraid I may ha


Kmrom87 wrote 5 years, 11 months ago
We’re surgery twins! I hope that all goes well and wish you the best of luck ????

Kathy S. wrote 5 years, 11 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!

DevinityManifestNMe wrote 5 years, 11 months ago
Good luck on your upcoming surgery! I have my RNY scheduled for May 23rd so we will be walking the road together, WOOHOO! lol

YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years, 11 months ago

vsg in 12 days, boyfriend decided he didn't want to stick around and broke up with me today.........


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 5 years, 11 months ago

Just three short weeks. I am eating low carb high protein , working out, feeling good. I went to a rummage sale on the weekend and purchased smaller clothes. Can't wait to be healthier!


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 6 years ago

no one on my weight loss team has mentioned a honeymoon period. I gather it is the time right after surgery when a lot of weight comes off. Do most go low carb during thus time? And if so, what kind of meal replements are low carb? I am in Canada and o


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 6 years ago

I live in Canada and the only Premier Protein flavours I have found are Chocolate and Vanilla. I see people talking about other flavours here. Fortunately my SO is an OTR trucker and travels across the US weekly. Where can he pick up other flavours for


YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 6 years, 1 month ago

just saw him today and that was my final hurdle, my surgery is a go May 23, I still have an appointment with my nut next week and another with my nurse in April. It was really hard not to regain my weight over the holidays. I am always a little blue af


Kathy S. wrote 6 years, 1 month ago
Welcome to ObesityHelp! We are glad that you have joined our OH community. Be sure and check out the tutorial that appears when you log in. As you check out OH, you'll see many features and tools that are created for our members as you embark on your WLS journey. We suggest you upload your avatar, fill in your surgery type, date and surgeon. If you have not done so, let us get to know you by adding some information on your profile "about me" section. Hang out on your surgery type forum to interact with those that had the surgery you are going to have. Great support and information. If you want assistance with finding a surgeon, and or have any additional questions please email us at [email protected]. Regards, Kathy ObesityHelp Community Services 866-957-4636 Ext 393

YYC_Healthy posted a discussion topic 6 years, 1 month ago

I have been looking at this site for some time now and thank you all for all of the information. Yesterday, I got the call and my surgery date is May 23. I'm very scared and questioning my decision. (I do get anxious with any kind of medical procedure)

About Me
27.5
BMI
VSG
Surgery
05/23/2018
Surgery Date
Mar 02, 2018
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Before & After
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May 1, 2018
220lbs
Feeling so Great
160lbs

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