POSTED UNDER Gastric Sleeve Surgery Reviews
47 And Feeling 27 !
UPDATED FROM Puppy's Mom
2 years post
2 Year Review
WORTH IT$43,000
Hi everyone. I am 2 years out.
HW 246
LW 124
CW 130-135
Getting through the holidays was challenging, but I made it. No secret, just kept to my schedule and paid attention to what foods were available at the holiday tables. Wise choices kept me full and that left less room for junk.
My weight fluctuates between 130-135, although I prefer 130 because my jeans are more comfortable. I used to wear a size 0 at my lowest, currently I wear a size 2 and I'm good with that.
I had my 2 yr visit with my nutritionist yesterday. Everything is great, actually better than great. My blood work is superior and I am able to adjust my supplements. Biotin is eliminated (if I notice hair loss, continue taking). Calcium is down to 1 supplement from 2 due to my daily intake from my diet. Iron is weekdays only. B-12 can be eliminated (unless I notice lack of energy). Still taking 2 chew-able multi's which contain most of what I need. My good cholesterol has risen, bad went down over the years. Overwhelmed with the good visit. Scheduled for next year (3yr).
More good news: My surgeon and her partner had left the area leaving us without a bariatric surgeon. The hospital had kept the program, but sent patients far away for surgery. Now they are getting a new surgeon who has agreed to take on all previous patients. I am so thrilled to have continued bariatric care. There is only so much that my PCP can do with little to no knowledge of weight loss patients. Having an experienced bariatric doctor to go to for help eases my mind. He/she will know exactly what type of blood work I need yearly and can closely monitor any changes.
Happy New Year Everyone.
HW 246
LW 124
CW 130-135
Getting through the holidays was challenging, but I made it. No secret, just kept to my schedule and paid attention to what foods were available at the holiday tables. Wise choices kept me full and that left less room for junk.
My weight fluctuates between 130-135, although I prefer 130 because my jeans are more comfortable. I used to wear a size 0 at my lowest, currently I wear a size 2 and I'm good with that.
I had my 2 yr visit with my nutritionist yesterday. Everything is great, actually better than great. My blood work is superior and I am able to adjust my supplements. Biotin is eliminated (if I notice hair loss, continue taking). Calcium is down to 1 supplement from 2 due to my daily intake from my diet. Iron is weekdays only. B-12 can be eliminated (unless I notice lack of energy). Still taking 2 chew-able multi's which contain most of what I need. My good cholesterol has risen, bad went down over the years. Overwhelmed with the good visit. Scheduled for next year (3yr).
More good news: My surgeon and her partner had left the area leaving us without a bariatric surgeon. The hospital had kept the program, but sent patients far away for surgery. Now they are getting a new surgeon who has agreed to take on all previous patients. I am so thrilled to have continued bariatric care. There is only so much that my PCP can do with little to no knowledge of weight loss patients. Having an experienced bariatric doctor to go to for help eases my mind. He/she will know exactly what type of blood work I need yearly and can closely monitor any changes.
Happy New Year Everyone.
Puppy's Mom's provider
Replies (4)
December 30, 2016
Congratulations Puppy's Mom!!! That's really great news. Thanks for being such a great role model for all of us here on RealSelf. You are such an inspiration!
Happy to know all is well with you! Wishing you all the best in 2017. Good Luck!
Happy to know all is well with you! Wishing you all the best in 2017. Good Luck!
December 30, 2016
Thanks you so much Lovely. How is your holiday week going? Hope you are getting through it without any bad temptations.
December 30, 2016
I've been doing great. Haven't been cooking all the traditional Christmas goodies so haven't been packing on the pounds.
January 11, 2017
Congrats Puppy's Mom! Thank you for sharing your journey and helpful advise along the way. You are definitely an inspiration to us all post-ops and pre-ops as well! Thank you for continuing to keep us updated with your posts! I appreciate you!
January 13, 2017
Oh thank you so much for the kind words, they really mean so much to me.
So many sleevers come and go, they simply disappear after they recover from surgery and move on with their lives. I think staying active in a support group keeps me on track. It's a constant reminder.
I want to add that I started back on the B-12. I was coming home from work and napping from being so tired, which wasn't normal.
So many sleevers come and go, they simply disappear after they recover from surgery and move on with their lives. I think staying active in a support group keeps me on track. It's a constant reminder.
I want to add that I started back on the B-12. I was coming home from work and napping from being so tired, which wasn't normal.
February 6, 2017
Thanks for the update. You look wonderful. I've been looking through your older posts and can't find anywhere that you've listed what your height is.
UPDATED FROM Puppy's Mom
1 year post
22 MONTHS
Hi all, it's been a long time since my last update. Nothing much new to report, just holding steady. I keep between 130-135 pounds. It's a mental game, my low was 124 and I'm up from that, which is a bit depressing. Oh well, better than 246 POUNDS. I am wearing a size 2 jean, which is up from the 0 that I was in...grrrrr. Still in an XS top.
My hair has all grown back and I'm actually having people notice how great my hair is looking these days. Yay, took long enough. I'm really not sure if I need to keep taking Biotin for my hair at this point. I see the nutritionist in Dec and will have to ask her.
My hair has all grown back and I'm actually having people notice how great my hair is looking these days. Yay, took long enough. I'm really not sure if I need to keep taking Biotin for my hair at this point. I see the nutritionist in Dec and will have to ask her.
Replies (4)
October 19, 2016
I think you're doing great. Do you really want to be a size 0?? Size 2 is just as good or better. Don't be hard on yourself. I'm certain you look fantastic!!!!
October 20, 2016
Thank you so much.
It's those numbers that play with my mind DAILY. Ugh, how horrible to even admit it. The scale, the tags on my clothes, that awful starting number...all of it plays hard.
I am finally not hearing horrible negative comments about my weight/appearance anymore, so that's a good thing at least.
Yes, you are right, 0 or 2, what's the difference!
It's those numbers that play with my mind DAILY. Ugh, how horrible to even admit it. The scale, the tags on my clothes, that awful starting number...all of it plays hard.
I am finally not hearing horrible negative comments about my weight/appearance anymore, so that's a good thing at least.
Yes, you are right, 0 or 2, what's the difference!
October 24, 2016
Good job Puppy 's mom . I need to do my update as well. I will get to it soon
October 25, 2016
Thank you for this blog! I have spent the last two hours reading all of it, every comment and reply :) I am hoping to schedule my surgery for 11/28 just waiting for my lab work to be done, as I am self pay. This has been very enlightening to read and has calmed my mind on making the decision to have the surgery. Thank you!
October 25, 2016
Oh wow! Thank YOU for reading and taking the time out of your day. I am so excited for you to start your journey. There are many ups and downs along the way, but worth it. You have one month to go, it will go by quickly. I can't stress enough to have a nutritionist that is familiar with bariatric needs, that really will be your lifeline.
You can go to the Top Ten Tips forum on this site if you have any questions. They are pretty active there with lots of support and help.
Oh...and sorry that you can't get those two hours of your life back...LOL.
You can go to the Top Ten Tips forum on this site if you have any questions. They are pretty active there with lots of support and help.
Oh...and sorry that you can't get those two hours of your life back...LOL.
November 23, 2016
Hon you look amazing. I wish I was in a size two. Wow you rock. I'm so happy we're all on the right track. Thank you for being so positive
UPDATED FROM Puppy's Mom
1 year post
18 Months
Nothing new to report.
Holding steady with hard work.
Sharing current pics!
Replies (4)
June 13, 2016
just decided to check in, I haven't had much to report either so I haven't checked in earlier. I am now wearing 8's and 10's and 12's. depends on style and manufacturer. I am at the same weight as before and have a lot of energy. glad to hear you are doing so well and you look great!
June 13, 2016
Hi Maryella, so nice to hear from you.
Good job on those sizes 8-12, such a good feeling. How proud are you of that?!
Energy is a good thing, you must be doing it all the right way. Congrats.
Thank you for the kind words.
No Cicadas out your way? Probably a bit too north. I love listening to them, it is so peaceful.
Good job on those sizes 8-12, such a good feeling. How proud are you of that?!
Energy is a good thing, you must be doing it all the right way. Congrats.
Thank you for the kind words.
No Cicadas out your way? Probably a bit too north. I love listening to them, it is so peaceful.
June 13, 2016
Wow! You look amazing! Thanks for sharing. I'm looking forward to knowing what this feels like. Congrats!!!
June 13, 2016
Thank you. You will be successful too. The first year is much easier than my second year, I have to really work at it and stay on track. There are some days that have temptations, but I have to remember why I needed surgery to begin with...I ate too darn much and ate junk. This is a forever struggle to stay healthy. If I can do this, you can too!
June 13, 2016
Awww, we'll thank you. That is the exact mind set I want to have, keep, and stick with. I always say "when you receive a blessing, take care of the blessing". And im committed to doing just that! Live, Love, Laugh
June 13, 2016
Your an inspiration! Thank you.
June 13, 2016
Oh no...thank you. It isn't easy, I have to pay attention to what I eat. It is definitely very easy to slip up. I do have days like that, but I just go back to what I learned in my nutritional classes and refocus.
June 14, 2016
you look STUNNING!!! What a great job you're doing maintaining. That's the hardest to do. Good for you!!!
June 14, 2016
Thank you Choripan. A few bumps along the way. I had gained a few pounds, but I was able to identify and eliminate the problem...pounds gone. It's always a new day with new challenges.
June 14, 2016
Tell me about it. Right now I'm doing liquid diet (since Saturday) to shock my stupid metabolism into losing again. Lost 2 lbs. but this struggle is always there. Pushing forward...
June 14, 2016
OH NO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Well, I have read that when you are stuck to go back to the liquid stage and start again. Hopefully that works for you. We are all behind you and cheering you on.
We have the knowledge from nutritional classes/counseling, just have to try and keep on trying.
I had stopped tracking on myfitnesspal (big mistake) AND started adding SF coffee creamer to my Lite coffee. Calories added = creeping pounds. At least I figured it out. I never jumped sizes, stayed in my 2's, but couldn't get in my 0's. Hey, better than size 22.
Well, I have read that when you are stuck to go back to the liquid stage and start again. Hopefully that works for you. We are all behind you and cheering you on.
We have the knowledge from nutritional classes/counseling, just have to try and keep on trying.
I had stopped tracking on myfitnesspal (big mistake) AND started adding SF coffee creamer to my Lite coffee. Calories added = creeping pounds. At least I figured it out. I never jumped sizes, stayed in my 2's, but couldn't get in my 0's. Hey, better than size 22.
June 14, 2016
Lol!!! Yes it is.... But it can SO EASILY get you working towards 22 if we don't watch what we do. In a blink I can gain weight. It's the most frustrating thing to have a metabolism like that. I like munching on almonds since that and the pork rinds are the only crunchy type of snack I eat. I don't go over 1
Oz or 1 1/2 oz in a day but it might not be so great either. Although they are a healthy snack they have a lot of calories. WHATEVER!!!
I make my coffee with 1/2 cup of 1% milk and I stick to that. Dropped the dunking donuts with cream that I used to have and with milk it sucked so I switch to Starbucks coffee and make it at home with milk!
Oz or 1 1/2 oz in a day but it might not be so great either. Although they are a healthy snack they have a lot of calories. WHATEVER!!!
I make my coffee with 1/2 cup of 1% milk and I stick to that. Dropped the dunking donuts with cream that I used to have and with milk it sucked so I switch to Starbucks coffee and make it at home with milk!
Hey Puppy's Mom! Thanks so much for the detailed update. I'm glad you're still able to access a bariatric doctor to help keep you on track. You must feel fantastic after such an awesome weight loss! Congratulations! Your story is so inspiring.
And your input has been invaluable! Thank you for being here!