emmalyn
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 8 years ago
Hey all. I had my surgery August 2013. My LW so far was 191. I haven't counted calories or tracked anything in about a year. I had a baby and was breastfeeding him, now that he's a year old and almost weaned, im trying to get back on track. The nursing
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
One year Surgiversary - Tomorrow will be one year post op for me. Oh how a year can change EVERYTHING! I have lost 162lbs, I am 7 weeks pregnant and my life is just soo soo good. I feel very blessed and w...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 9 years, 9 months ago
Positive pregnancy test - I am 11 months out and down 160lbs. This morning I got a positive home pregnancy test result. My mind is all over the place. I am worried that its too soon, I am worried for my bab...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 9 years, 10 months ago
Summer Goals! Let's hear them! - First day of summer, if I am not mistaken is June 21st! A few goals I have for summer are :
- take a road trip just me and my 10 year old.
- give up coffee
- try to make it as c...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 9 years, 10 months ago
Never thought I would have this problem - I know I have seen these posts before but I really never thought it would happen to me! I started my journey at 392lbs. I currently weigh 238lbs and have had several people tell me...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 10 years ago
Down 130lbs - Today I am officially down 130lbs from my highest weight. Last April when I first started the WLS process I weighed 392lbs, surgery day I weighed 370 and today I weighed in at 262l...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 10 years, 1 month ago
Curious about Clothing size - I am curious to see where other people are with their clothing size,height and weight. If you all don't mind taking the time to post the following
shirt size:
pant size:
dres...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
Biotin and what else? - I went to follow up with my surgeon today. I am 6 months out and have officially lost 109lbs :)
While I was speaking with the nurse practitioner she had asked if I was having issu...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
At what point is it considered a stall? -
I am currently 5 months out, I lost 22lbs before surgery and 80lbs since surgery for a total of 102lbs lost overall. I am very happy with that, I am not complaining one bit. I h...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
Protein in chicken breast -
Does anyone know exactly how much protein per ounce is in a boneless skinless chicken breast? I think I remember my surgeon telling me 4oz is 40g? I had about 2.7 oz for lunch a...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
Protein Shakes and Insurance -
At my pre-op appt last week the nurse mentioned that my insurance might cover my protein shakes. She told me she would fill out the form and fax it over to the insurance for app...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
17 days... -
Until Surgery! It seems like forever! What did yall do on the days/weeks leading up to surgery?
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
8/2/2013 -
I was approved and scheduled for surgery! I am so happy. I think right now I am more excited than scared. I really am not fearing anything but I am sure as the date gets closer...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
Waiting for Approval -
I had my endoscopy done on the 14th. I was told this was my final step in the process before approval. Wednesday I decided to contact the WLS coordinator and ask her what else n...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
What are my chances? -
I'm going through all the steps to have my WLS. I have done all my labs, attended the support groups, I've watched the videos, met with the NUT and have done the Psychiatric eva...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
endoscopy -
My endoscopy is scheduled for June 14th. Just wondering what I can expect. I hate being put under :( its so scary.
Thanks in advance!
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
10% weight loss before surgery -
I was told I need to lose 10% of my weight (39lbs) before surgery. Right now I am doing 2 protein shakes a day and a LC for a meal. I also have been drinking tons of water. I w...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
What do I do now? -
I followed up with my Drs office to see if they called my insurance for the pre authorization for surgery. I was told that the Nurse Practitioner I have been seeing decided it w...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
Next step? -
Hello all.
I went to my appointment with my Nurse Practitioner today. I told her I was ready to move forward with WLS. She said she was fine with that and would call m...
emmalyn posted a discussion topic 11 years ago
dazed and confused? :P -
I apologize in advance if I have posted this in the wrong forum.
I am new here, hello :) I am 30 years, just turned 30 a few months ago, and I am going to see if I can...
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