Mom_2_4
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 3 years, 5 months ago
Is none ready to share their costs for a lower body lift with Dr. Joseph Michaels? I’m definitely in the market.
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 3 years, 11 months ago
I've seen a lot about body surgery but I'm wondering if anyone has had this issue resolved and with whom? Thanks!
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
Anyone using Hemp or Meat/Egg Protein to keep it P -
Hi,
I'm beginning to go Paleo and still use a Whey Protein Shake in the Morning (which isn't Paleo --No Dairy). I'm wondering if anyone uses the plant based Hemp/Meat/Egg P...
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
It's been a while... but I'm back, too! -
Hi Everyone!
My computer was giving me heck!! But seems to finally be working! So glad to be catching all the news again!
As for my WL journey.... I'm moving slowly b...
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
3 months out and met my first goal!! -
I was below 200 this morning!!! I'm losing slowly but haven't been that strict with eating and exercising over the summer! But, I finally made my first goal of below 200-- chec...
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
NSV for me!!! -
My endocrinologist ran my blood work and my a1c (diabetes blood work) fell from a 12.1 to a 7.2 in six weeks!!! I'm thrilled! this was the main reason I had VSG was to gain con...
Mom_2_4 wrote a blog post 10 years, 9 months ago
Not losing as quickly as I want... -
Feeling a little discouraged. I lost 10 lbs on pre-op and 16 in the 1st month... Was hoping to lose more quickly.
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
2 weeks out and not in ketosis!! Suggestions..... -
Hi,
Just found out the soup I've been drinking has potato pureed in it. My calories have been 800 and under and my water has been good. Should i go back to liquids or sho...
Mom_2_4 wrote a blog post 10 years, 10 months ago
Almost 2 weeks out... -
I'm almost two weeks out and getting ready for pureed foods. Can't wait to have something savory! I'm amazed at how well I feel. Have lost 12lbs in 12 days... AWESOME!
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
Diabetes post vsg....questions -
I was sent home from the hospital off all sugar meds and my sugars started creeping up so they put me on a low dose of metformin which i started. Now my sugars are nearing 200!...
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
Home and feeling great! -
THANK you everyone for your well wishes and good thoughts! Had my surgery on Wednesday. Everything went wonderfully!! Suffered a few bouts of nausea but have overcome! Getti...
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
Tomorrow IS the DAY!! -
Scheduled for an 8:15 surgery have to be there at 6:30. I'm as ready as I can be and scared to death! I know this is the right thing for me and prepared to do the work! Thank...
Mom_2_4 wrote a blog post 10 years, 10 months ago
Clear liquids for the next week and a half! -
Start clear liquids for my pre-op tomorrow...... 5/20
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
I'm really struggling!! -
I'm really struggling with the Pre-OP diet!!! I am, no doubt about it, an emotional eater and I was thinking the Pre-op would give me an opportunity to deal with that head on. ...
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
Pre-Op Diet! I'm getting close -
Started the Pre-op Diet yesterday and it went pretty well.... Until the weekend.. I managed to do OK but did eat a little today and it was definitely stress eating. I'm worryi...
Mom_2_4 wrote a blog post 10 years, 10 months ago
Pre-Op Diet -
Started the pre-op diet today..... I AM HUNGRY! But I can do this... Supplemented the Optifast with clear liquids. This is getting real....
Mom_2_4 wrote a blog post 10 years, 11 months ago
Pre-Op Done.... -
Had my pre-op appointment. Was concerned about the bougie size but thanks to my friends on OH I've decided to trust my doctor's judgment and my ability to stay on plan.
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
My surgeon wants to use a 40 Bougie and I'm concer -
Had my pre-op yesterday and my surgeon told me he plans to use a 40 bougie with and over sew. I'm freaking out. I know I will be able to drop weight... I'm committed to this l...
Mom_2_4 wrote a blog post 10 years, 11 months ago
Got a DATE!!! -
May 22, 2013. Nervous but excited.
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 11 months ago
I think I might be high!!! -
Got my date today --- May 22! After all this time and research, I can't believe I'm actually going to do this! Can't wait to drop the weight..... and be the me I used to be......
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 4 months ago
I am starting to panic.... -
I only have two months left in my required visits and am worried that I'm completely off my rocker. I have between 80 and 100 lbs to lose to get to normal BMI. And I'm worried...
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 4 months ago
Annoyed.... -
So here I am in southwest CT and I had an appointment this week for my 6 month consult. Obviously there was a little weather issue ;-p and I could not make it! Now they tell me ...
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 5 months ago
Two Questions..... - Hi,
Have two questions.... 1) How do you change your surgeon's name on your profile? Found a surgeon much closer to me with more support groups and think I'm going to switch. 2)...
Mom_2_4 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 5 months ago
Hair Loss with VSG - Hi,
I'm just curious, how many of you have had issues with hairloss? and, how long does it last? I know it's an issue with RNY but I'm wondering if it's as bad with VSG.
Tha...
Mom_2_4 wrote a blog post 11 years, 5 months ago
Here's a start. - I've been considering WLS for several years. I'm still unsure but have begun the process while l process.. I was underweight for the majority of my life and then developed diabete...