Update & Coming Back With a Vengeance!
Hello all!
Well it has been a tough year! I have been virtually away from the boards for over 1 year now. I found out I was pregnant December 2007. During those coming months I began to suffer greatly from Reactive Hypoglycemia. I was having to eat every 2 hours for the first few months. Towards the end of my pregnancy I was just trying to stay alive. I was eating every 1 hour or 1/2 hour. My blood sugar was so out of control I would be to the point of passing out. I was hospitalized 2 times for observation because the OB and the Endocrinologist were worried I was going to not make it. My sugar would be so low it was so hard to even stay awake at times. I also have a 4 year old boy and I remember one time my blood sugar dropped so low he was smaking me in the face saying mommy wake up, please wake up. I did and checked my blood sugar and it was 41. I truly think that he saved me from going into a coma. It is a complication from the RNY surgery according to my doctors and it is also called late dumping sydrome. It is kind of like dumping syndrome but more severe. I still suffer with it but I need to get on the ball.
With all said and done I had a beautiful baby boy to term on July 31, 2008 with a planned c-section. He was 19" long and weighed 6 lbs. 4 oz. With all the happiness I feel I am also really depressed. I am suffering with Post Partum Depression. To add to my depression is that I have gained 30 lbs. from my lowest weight. I am not exercising, I am not eating right, and I am not taking my vitamins. It is sad to say but sometimes I feel like I don't care. I need to care because I have 3 reasons to care. My babies and my husband. I am making my New Years Resolutions as follows:
-I will join in the Monday Morning Weigh In
-I will make a point of exercising at least 3 times a week.
-I will watch what I eat.
-I will come to this board to have the support and provide the support that has always been available.
-I will care about myself so that I can care for those I love.
-I will check my blood sugar often and follow my dieticians recommendations.
-I will find a local support group and make a point of attending.
Jersey Mom thanks for inspiring me to come back and thanks for the beautiful Christmas card.
Jen Jen -What can I say...Thanks for helping me through my pregnancy and providing much needed input. Thanks to all the January 06 board. You guys have always helped me through tough times. I hope I can provide the support you need too and not jump ship like I have in the past. I also look forward to getting up to speed on what everyone has been going through.
Love
~Norma
If you need anything, let me know. Im with you on getting back on track and joining the board as often as I can.
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Pre-op weight: 317
Doctors goal weight: 180
Lowest weight/ post op: 167
Current weight: 188
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Welcome back!! First of all, congratulations on your baby! What a blessing!
Most of us have been struggling so I am hoping we can all come together for some much needed support in 2009. Sarting Monday, I am going to try my best to visit the board every day. I need you guys!!
I am so sorry to hear that you are suffering from hypoglycemia and also from PPD. I experienced PPD after the birth of my son and, I have to say, if you don't experience it first hand, it is almost impossible to understand. Everyone kept telling me how happy I should be with my son...but all I wanted to do was disappear. It was the closest I ever felt to suicide...so I hope that you are getting help with that. I went on Wellbutrin during that time and I honestly believe it saved my life. Please don't be afraid/embarrassed to talk to your doctor about it if you haven't already.
Again, I am so happy that you have come back to the board!! Have a wonderful 2009!
Jersey Mom
Surgery date: January 30, 2006 - Lap. RNY
Age: 38 Height: 5'10"
Highest/Surgery Weight: 293
Ideal Body Weight: 160
Current Weight: Fluctuating!
Pounds till GOAL: I was at goal but let's re-evaluate once I have the baby!
