vicki C.
One Year and 85 pounds gone forever!
May 15, 2009
It has been one year and I feel fabulous! I just had my one year check up and labs and everything is good except my Potassium is a little low. The Dr. is happy with my results and I am still losing! I really only want to lose about 15 more pounds 
!
I will post pictures soon!
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!I will post pictures soon!
6 Months and 60 pounds gone forever
Oct 16, 2008
Today I had my 6 month check up with the Dr. and I am please to report an A+! All labs are perfect and my weight loss is right on track. I thought that I was losing slowly, but I was quickly informed that it is a healthy loss. 
About a week ago, I experienced two weeks of a constant burning in my stomach, so I called the Dr. and they told me to take Prilosec and after 2 days of it, the burning went away. Today, I was told that I need to take Prilosec for a month straight and once I'm done, if the burning comes back, I may need to see a specialist to determine if I am getting an ulcer. If it is an ulcer, they have medicine that heals them from the inside out.
I told the Dr. that I cannot thank him enough; I feel better, have more energy, and look forward to losing the last 50 pounds. This is truly a dream come true!
Lately, I have experience the joys of trying on old big clothes and trying on new smaller clothes, it's so fun!
I want to thank all of my family, friends and coworkers for being so supportive during my journey! It has been a wonderful experience.
I promise to post pictures soon!
~Stay Tuned~
About a week ago, I experienced two weeks of a constant burning in my stomach, so I called the Dr. and they told me to take Prilosec and after 2 days of it, the burning went away. Today, I was told that I need to take Prilosec for a month straight and once I'm done, if the burning comes back, I may need to see a specialist to determine if I am getting an ulcer. If it is an ulcer, they have medicine that heals them from the inside out.
I told the Dr. that I cannot thank him enough; I feel better, have more energy, and look forward to losing the last 50 pounds. This is truly a dream come true!
Lately, I have experience the joys of trying on old big clothes and trying on new smaller clothes, it's so fun!
I want to thank all of my family, friends and coworkers for being so supportive during my journey! It has been a wonderful experience.
I promise to post pictures soon!
~Stay Tuned~
6 Weeks Down!
Jun 04, 2008
So, it has been 6 weeks now and I am finally back to work 
! I sure got a taste of home sweet home and it is very hard to be back.
But, I am down 30 pounds and everyone at work can tell, especially in my face and that is the exciting part! Today I am wearing capri's that were too tight prior to the surgery!
So, it is working!
I am having challenges with breakfast because we MUST eat breakfast and for some strange reason, food does not go down well in the mornings!
I am able to eat most anything except fried foods and things high in carbs (bread, pasta, etc). Luckily, I am not a sweets craver, so I have not had any issues with dumping on sugars.
I have to remember that it's only been 6 weeks and I think it will get better. I will be posting pictures real soon, so stay tuned!
! I sure got a taste of home sweet home and it is very hard to be back. But, I am down 30 pounds and everyone at work can tell, especially in my face and that is the exciting part! Today I am wearing capri's that were too tight prior to the surgery!
So, it is working! I am having challenges with breakfast because we MUST eat breakfast and for some strange reason, food does not go down well in the mornings!
I am able to eat most anything except fried foods and things high in carbs (bread, pasta, etc). Luckily, I am not a sweets craver, so I have not had any issues with dumping on sugars.
I have to remember that it's only been 6 weeks and I think it will get better. I will be posting pictures real soon, so stay tuned!
2 Weeks Post Op!
Apr 29, 2008
April 29, 2008
Today is 2 weeks since my surgery and I stepped on the scale this morning to find that I have gained one pound! My friends and family can tell that my face has gotten thinner :). I am trying to eat high in protein and I am taking in about 65 ounces of water per day! Today I used the treadmill for 30 minutes (just about killed me!) and I am hoping that exercise will help me loose faster. I am looking for anyone who can give me food tips for the first month.......
Today is 2 weeks since my surgery and I stepped on the scale this morning to find that I have gained one pound! My friends and family can tell that my face has gotten thinner :). I am trying to eat high in protein and I am taking in about 65 ounces of water per day! Today I used the treadmill for 30 minutes (just about killed me!) and I am hoping that exercise will help me loose faster. I am looking for anyone who can give me food tips for the first month.......
1 Week Post Op!
Apr 22, 2008
April 22, 2008
Today is my one week anniversary since surgery and I am exited because I can drive myself to the doctor for my one week post op appointment. I was informed that I am down 16 pounds!!! I cannot believe it! I was told that I can transfer to a semi soft diet which will consist of mashed potatoes (which I am enjoying right now), cottage cheese, applesauce, yogurt, and pretty much anything blenderized. I am doing quite well; however, I am struggling with the fatique. My doctor said once I start my vitamins and consume more calories, my energy will return! I sure hope so because I really want to start working out, I'm just too tired to do that right now. So, on my way home, I stopped by the store and picked up my vitamins and some low fat, low sugar soft foods. I think I am in heaven!
Today is my one week anniversary since surgery and I am exited because I can drive myself to the doctor for my one week post op appointment. I was informed that I am down 16 pounds!!! I cannot believe it! I was told that I can transfer to a semi soft diet which will consist of mashed potatoes (which I am enjoying right now), cottage cheese, applesauce, yogurt, and pretty much anything blenderized. I am doing quite well; however, I am struggling with the fatique. My doctor said once I start my vitamins and consume more calories, my energy will return! I sure hope so because I really want to start working out, I'm just too tired to do that right now. So, on my way home, I stopped by the store and picked up my vitamins and some low fat, low sugar soft foods. I think I am in heaven!
Post op!!!
Apr 19, 2008
4/19/2008
Hi, My name is Vicki Chapman and I had gastric bypass on 4/15/08. My surgeons, Dr. Waldrep and Dr. Kerr were awesome and I got to go home on 4/16/08! On 4/18/08 I had my drain removed because it was bothering me and I am happy to say I am down 7 pounds since my pre op weight! I am having a difficult time with the clear liquids as I am sick of broth, propel water, cannot tolerate the texture of jello, and popsicles are too cold and hurt going down....So, I am struggling a bit with the clear liquid diet. Hopefully next week I can move to a semi soft diet. :)
I have to remember...nothing tastes as good as thin WILL feel!!
Hi, My name is Vicki Chapman and I had gastric bypass on 4/15/08. My surgeons, Dr. Waldrep and Dr. Kerr were awesome and I got to go home on 4/16/08! On 4/18/08 I had my drain removed because it was bothering me and I am happy to say I am down 7 pounds since my pre op weight! I am having a difficult time with the clear liquids as I am sick of broth, propel water, cannot tolerate the texture of jello, and popsicles are too cold and hurt going down....So, I am struggling a bit with the clear liquid diet. Hopefully next week I can move to a semi soft diet. :)
I have to remember...nothing tastes as good as thin WILL feel!!
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Citrus Heights, CA
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Apr 19, 2008
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