Looking for VSG (vertical sleeve gastrectomy) Friends

lthesen

Hi All,

I was sleeved May 21st 2013. I've been on my fitness pal a few months now and looking to connect with others in the same boat as me :-)

shoppinglady1972

I expect to have my sleeve done early/mid November...looking for friends in the same boat!! Appreciate all of the posts, helps to know what to expect!

_megpie89_

Hello Everyone!

Going for my sleeve November 5th! looking to meet some sleever buddies

EdwardNortonFan43

Can ya'll explain what a sleeve is and how do you get it? I've never heard of such a thing.

losinit4evermore

Hurrah! a qulilter! I am Kay, a grandma of 2 and sleeved 9/9/2013 and avid quilter. This is the best decision I ever made. I am new on here so am not sure how to add friends, but feel free to add me to your friends.

dagooden

Hello I'm Denise and I was sleeved 9/17/13

thebr0kenwriter

I will be sleeved Nov 6!!

Gemini0

Hey , i'm VBG , does that count ?!

glover1221

hi guys my name is Stephanie and I was sleeved September 23rd 2013 unfortunately I have hit a stall... 3 weeks out of surgery and I'm currently in my second week of the stall...I am hoping it breaks fast. I have read the forums and post and they encourage to eat a little bit more cuz your body could be in starvation mode and also making sure that you getting your correct amount of protein and vitamins ...so thats what I'm trying this week I will follow up with you guys later and hopefully I have some good news!!!!

by the way I'm 22 pounds down as of today

KristenL1977

I was sleeved on 9/25/13. I feel like I am kind of at a slow down. My last two weeks have been much less weight loss. Congratulations so far!

KristenL1977

I was sleeved 9/25/13 by Dr. Jossart in Northern California. I am doing ok, but have recently started having heart burn, which I never had prior to surgery. I re-read my surgeons documents and I am supposed to be taking Prilosec daily and haven't been, so I am starting today. I also read that the heart burn and acid like symptoms can make you feel like you are hungry, and that is exactly how I have been feeling. Hungry too often. So I am hoping getting back to following all of the rules is going help me increase my weight loss and help me feel better.

arukind

I was sleeved 8/2012 at 289lb. I am 5'7" F. Current weight = 143, I have lost just over 1/2 my body weight at 15 months out and am still losing. It works, sometimes you may question your decision, but there is a payoff.

wellgracedidit

I had my VSG surgery April 12, 2012. I'm down over 115 lbs (I only lost 1lbs post op - I was lazy) I started at 253.6, I'm between 135 and 145 I fluctuate based on my eating weeks. I was a size 22/24 I'm a size 6, sometime a 4 in a skirt/dress and I did my first YouTube a few months back (WellGraceDidDoIt). I exercised more in the beginning and I was a grazer (still am). Trust the process ( this is just a tool), drink the protein shakes, cut the snacks and enjoy the ride.

VolkswagenLover

My name is Amanda. I am scheduled for VSG Decemeber 17th of this year with Dr. David Dyer at Centennial Medical Center.
I am somewhat excited but very nervous. I am preparing for my hospital stay. Already purchased a few large, comfortable shirts, pants, I found my robe and I will need to purchase slippers. Physically, I'm ready. I know I will be in pain or sore. I had my gal-bladder removed when I was 17 so I've had surgery on my stomach before. How does someone prepare mentally and emontionally? If I get bored or happy, sad, mad, etc, I eat.
Any suggestions on how to prepare both mentally and emontionally?

debinmissouri

Hi. I'm in the process of doing the VSG but I'm scared to death. One day I'm going to do it then the next I'm not. I don't know what to do. I've been aproved by my insurance & am waiting for my doctor to call with a date. I don't know what to do.

gahrahstah

Hi, I am starting the process for the sleeve. I'm seeing a bariatric specialist and have been on his 1200 calorie diet for a week now, and it is very hard. Only after reaching 400 pounds (I'm 5'4") and having shortness of breath have I considered taking this drastic step. I've read a lot of your guys' short intros as well an on another site, and what is striking me, is how relatively little weight is lost in comparison to how drastic the procedure is. I know that losing 100 pounds or so is good, but I'm seeing so many saying they've gained back 40 pounds, etc, and the literature is talking about losing, on average, 15-20 pounds in a month; again, not much more than doing it on your own. I am starting this path then, hesitantly because there are so many restrictions that have to be observed the rest of my life. Considering I should lose at least 200 and have lost up to 66 on my own with WW Online, I'm really wanting some feedback on why any of you think this procedure is worth getting done.

lchein

Hi, my name is Linda, and I am considering VSG surgery. I have had two friends that are very pleased with the decision and the results. I have so many health problems that should be helped by the surgery, and I am excited just to think of the changes I might expect. Any suggestions on how to pick a Dr would be appreciated. I live in the Tampa Bay area of FL, USA.

Malaylah

Hi, I am starting the process for the sleeve. I'm seeing a bariatric specialist and have been on his 1200 calorie diet for a week now, and it is very hard. Only after reaching 400 pounds (I'm 5'4") and having shortness of breath have I considered taking this drastic step. I've read a lot of your guys' short intros as well an on another site, and what is striking me, is how relatively little weight is lost in comparison to how drastic the procedure is. I know that losing 100 pounds or so is good, but I'm seeing so many saying they've gained back 40 pounds, etc, and the literature is talking about losing, on average, 15-20 pounds in a month; again, not much more than doing it on your own. I am starting this path then, hesitantly because there are so many restrictions that have to be observed the rest of my life. Considering I should lose at least 200 and have lost up to 66 on my own with WW Online, I'm really wanting some feedback on why any of you think this procedure is worth getting done.

I had VSG on June 10th and I'm 114 down so far. It's a scary decision leading up to but I don't regret it. It basically forces you to change your bad habits and relearn healthy ones. People that have gained back have stopped following their diets so of course it's not gonna work, but vsg is usually the most successful route in WLS. I started at around your weight, lost some before surgery and keep losing. It's definitely not the quick fix, but helps you from just giving up. I basically decided I was important enough to be put first and my attitude has completely changed since having it. I'd recommend it to anyone that's willing to work on themselves longterm as opposed to a quick fix with no intentions of changing habits.

craigbethluft

Hi All! I'm Beth. I got my sleeve on Valentine's Day 2013. As of today I have 2.4# to lose to make it to 100! My goal is to lost 130 by my anniversary date. Don't know if it will happen then but I do know I'll reach my goal. This has been one of the best decisions of my life. I'm totally in love with me again! I've had no complications and can eat anything I want with the exception of drinking carbonated drinks. I haven't had to work at losing weight at all but I really want to make goal at a year, so this week I've decided to get on the ball and religiously log my food. It's working! I'm really seeing progress so far. '

Hoping to keep on track and make some friends that will help keep me accountable. Who's in?

craigbethluft

I don't know anyone personally who has gained their weight back. All of my friends (20 or so) have maintained there loss. Some for 4+ years. I would imagine that if I ate Cheetos from sun up to sunset I would gain, but I have no desire to do so. I would make myself sick. Please remember that this surgery is a TOOL. You will still want things you shouldn't. You will still crave things. It's all in your head. If you can't handle reconditioning your brain and modifying your behavior, it won't work. I know that when you commit to Weight Watchers or Atkins or South Beach, you have to condition your brain and it seems impossible. With this surgery it IS possible. The lack of hunger and the inability to eat much really helps. I tried for years and years to lose weight and year after year I was disappointed. This surgery has renewed my confidence in myself and given me the strength and power that I needed to overcome my huge, fat *kitten*. I can eat whatever I want and I do. Just in tiny portions. My body tells me what I need and I've learned to listen to it. It feels good to exercise for the first time in my life. It feels good to go into a store and pick up clothing in the 90% of the store that isn't the fat department. It feels good to have people, men and women, look at me because I am hot. Do it! You don't regret it!

cfischer69

lchein, I'm a fellow Tampanian? Tampaite? There are only a few major bariatric centers in the Bay area. Tampa General, Bay Care, Mease all have programs. I would go to websites, watch videos, go to 2-3 informational seminars, ask a lot of questions, ask your primary care doctor for recommendations, and pray(!) if that's something you do.

Even in one practice, there are different personalities....it's hard to know until you talk to them.

ashes304

I had vsg on 2/20/13 - i am down 110 pounds as of right now... i'm hoping and needing to lose more.... add me

sassy_ang

I had vsg on 12/05/2013. I am down 28.7 pounds total. Still in the clear liquid phase, but nervous about moving to the next phase. Looking for all the support I can get!

MsNParker

I am having VSG today, in about an hour. 28.7 is a GREAT loss!way to go! How are you feeling?

MsNParker

Oh..and add me to the support list! I'M IN,

cwatters1

Hi all! I was sleeved on December 10th so I'm a newbie! I am amazed at how good I feel & how well I am doing. It feels like a blessing to me.
Anyways, I am using MFP to help track my fluid & protein intake and my exercise. I'd really love to have some supportive friends on here who can relate to my scenario. Have a WONDERFUL week ahead!!!!

DrMutti

Hi Everybody,
In December 2010 I had a lap band placed. Although I ultimately lost 93 pounds, I had one infection after another so it was removed in August 2012. Afterwards, I gained 71 pounds back; will that won't do! It took me a while to recover then find a surgeon that would do a revision. On July 30, 2013, I had a sleeve gastrectomy done. It has been so much better than a lap band (for me). Since July I have lost 64 pounds! I do my best when i log everything in to MFP to follow calories, protein, calcium, and weight loss since first surgery. Just this week I added the Fitbit Force to motivate myself to increase my activity. What I like is that Fitbit Force uploads activity to MFP without my efforts. We'll see how this goes; I've been sick since I bought it and not able to do much but I have high hopes. Anyone else using both?

pcup1

HI! I haven't gotten mine YET... but I do have a date! My surgery date is Feb. 17, 2014 in Charlotte! I am quite excited. Just wanted to say hi as I embark on this weight loss adventure!

Michelefuller77

How are you doing now? I just hit a stall week 3

clairealoha

You've made a great choice. I was sleeved on 09/26/2013 and am down 50 pounds. I don't feel hungry at all which is key. Unlike a diet, this is a new way of life for you. Good luck!