MandsKickinItUp posted a discussion topic 6 years, 1 month ago

so today I was taking a photo of myself...and I realized that I had cheekbones without having to makeup contour them in....they were just naturally there....It was soo exciting.

I had RNY Feb 9, and have lost 30 lbs so far....I'm currently sta


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MandsKickinItUp posted a discussion topic 6 years, 2 months ago

so one of the things I’m struggling with is goal setting and expectations now that I’ve had surgery. I’m a week post op.


MandsKickinItUp posted a discussion topic 6 years, 2 months ago

one of my incision sites is leaking so I’m heading to the doc today. I change the dressing more than 5 times/day Anyone else have that post op? I’m 5 days out from surgery.


MandsKickinItUp posted a discussion topic 6 years, 2 months ago

had surgery on Friday and was finally sent home yesterday after I passed lots of gas. Tonight is my first night home and I can’t seem to get comfortable in bed. Those adjustable beds seem so amazing now! How did you prop yourself to ease discomfort?


MandsKickinItUp posted a discussion topic 6 years, 2 months ago

are the delmonte no sugar added ice pops ok to eat afterwards? I’m assuming it’s not ok for my 48 hr liquid prior to surgery but I didn’t know about afterwards

Thanks.


MandsKickinItUp posted a discussion topic 6 years, 2 months ago

I will have 2 boxes of chocolate optifast left over. Anyone interested? Located in St. Catharines. Just looking to get some $$ back


MandsKickinItUp posted a discussion topic 6 years, 2 months ago

of course it’s a Saturday and I’m having trouble keeping my optifast down. Started with trots, that’s passed but last night and this morning, I’m having trouble keeping the shake down.

Could I be reacting to it, or is this typical? I w


Kathy S. wrote 6 years, 2 months ago
Congratulations on your upcoming surgery!? Here are some links to information you may find helpful: http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/photographing-your-weigh t-loss-surgery-journey/ http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/weight-loss-surgery-hosp tial-stay-what-to-pack/ http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/four-on-the-floor-self-c are-after-weight-loss-surgery/ We can't wait to hear from you post-op!

MandsKickinItUp posted a discussion topic 6 years, 2 months ago

I'm day 2 of opti...and i woke with a terrible headache this morning...is this normal? I'm also experiencing quite the intense of the "optitrots"...does this lessen after day 3? and I can only drink half a shake at a time, and I drink the other half a


Kathy S. wrote 6 years, 2 months 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

MandsKickinItUp posted a discussion topic 6 years, 2 months ago

I just got a surgery date for Feb 9, I won’t be on optifast for the full two weeks. I’m so excited and scared. I’ve been lurking in the shadows, but thought I’d say hi. I had my first opti shake tonight. I’m making decaf ice cubes to hopeful

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50.6
BMI
RNY
Surgery
02/09/2018
Surgery Date
Jan 31, 2018
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259lbs

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