Gastric Sleeve - Need more pals who have had surgery.

KD_Achieve
KD_Achieve Posts: 4 Member
in Motivation and Support
Hi Everyone. I am looking for more MFP buddies who have had Bariatric Surgery. I am 2 weeks post op (Gastric Sleeve). Would be great to compare notes as we move through this journey to improve our health and get an stay active! Hit me up if you'd like to connect.
Karen :)
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  • nildalyn
    nildalyn Posts: 1 Member
    Hey! I did mines on April 1 (Gastric Sleeve) and so far I have lost 51lbs... So how is it going to you so far?
  • llemar97
    llemar97 Posts: 5 Member
    I am considering this or the Adjustable Gastric Band. I am also interested in hearing about your experiences.
  • jgnatca
    jgnatca Posts: 14,464 Member
    I'm approaching my first year anniversary for my gastric bypass. I'm a different person today.

    Here's a group link:

    http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/637-gastric-bypass-vsg-lapband
  • jblon83
    jblon83 Posts: 23 Member
    llemar97 wrote: »
    I am considering this or the Adjustable Gastric Band. I am also interested in hearing about your experiences.

  • jblon83
    jblon83 Posts: 23 Member
    I had my surgery Jan. 8th. I've lost 67 lbs so far. Feeling great! I had a gastric sleeve. I'm @ the 6 month point. I started zumba classes and I'm in love. I started losing again after starting the classes 3x a week.

    B)


  • rsb0807
    rsb0807 Posts: 3 Member
    I just finished my 6months supervised weight loss program and they submitted the request to United Healthcare for my surgery. So hopefully soon I will have the gastric sleeve done.
  • jgnatca
    jgnatca Posts: 14,464 Member
    Way to go, all of you!
  • LisaFit4Me
    LisaFit4Me Posts: 2 Member
    Hello everyone! I had Sleeve Gastrectomy surgery April 6th 2015. I need all the support I can get as I feel craving slowly creeping back. I downloaded this app so I could have better control over what I eat and have some accountability. I feel like my weight loss has already slowed. I want to exercise but I'm hindered by Achilles tendinitis in one foot that has me limping and in pain. Hoping for shockwave therapy soon to get rid of the bone spurs causing the problem (insurance won't cover it.. It's pay out of pocket or have open surgery which I'm not willing to do right now!). Now My Fitness Pal says I can have up to 1650 calories per day but that seems a bit high to me.. I'd like to be under 1000. We'll see how my first week goes and take it from there. Is there a group for VSGers here? I'm happy to meet you all and wish you the best success in your weight loss journey
  • smarmyschoolmarm
    smarmyschoolmarm Posts: 15 Member
    I'm in the process of being sleeved. I have done the seminar, saw the surgeon who said I was an ideal candidate, have my first appointment with the nutritionist and have nearly everything scheduled. I could have it as soon as late September. I didn't expect it to all happen so soon, so am freaking out a little bit. I'll send a friend request to all of you. Thanks!
  • smarmyschoolmarm
    smarmyschoolmarm Posts: 15 Member
    llemar97, I did a lot of research before deciding on the vertical sleeve. The lapband is being phased out because it isn't as effective as other methods and can slip and/or cause erosion. My surgeon said he is doing more and more revisions from band to RNY all the time and many surgeons no longer offer them at all. Go to a seminar with a surgeon you think you may want to deal with and ask lots of questions.
  • cfedk
    cfedk Posts: 1 Member
    LisaFit4Me wrote: »
    Now My Fitness Pal says I can have up to 1650 calories per day but that seems a bit high to me.. I'd like to be under 1000. We'll see how my first week goes and take it from there. Is there a group for VSGers here? I'm happy to meet you all and wish you the best success in your weight loss journey

    I know nothing about the treatment you've all had, but you really should confirm from a medical professional if you're going to go under 1500 calories.
  • lynne129
    lynne129 Posts: 4 Member
    I had VSG on 5/21/15!
  • okremix
    okremix Posts: 38 Member
    Hi I had VGS on 5/30 so I'm working on post-op week 2! Friend me and I'll open my diary. It's a little crazy now bc nothing taste right but you know...
  • ebutrick
    ebutrick Posts: 2 Member
    I am in the process of being approved for VSG. I will continue to use mfp to track food!
  • cutiebbwncali
    cutiebbwncali Posts: 18 Member
    I had VSG done on 05/11/2015 - I've lost 32lbs since surgery.. 55 since the start of my program...and I'm down 132 from my highest weight. I'd love more bariatric friends on MFP.. Please feel free to add me :)
    Kristen
  • 621jpm
    621jpm Posts: 2 Member
    Add me!!!! Sleeved April 9th! Thank God I found this thread!!! :):):)
  • MichelleMCRNP
    MichelleMCRNP Posts: 3 Member
    lynne129 wrote: »
    I had VSG on 5/21/15!

    I also had VSG on 5/21/15.
  • stajohn24
    stajohn24 Posts: 3 Member
    Hi! I had my VSG on 5/18/15. Just about a month out!
  • jgnatca
    jgnatca Posts: 14,464 Member
    So many newbies. You must be getting sick of liquid food just around now!
  • tat2cookie
    tat2cookie Posts: 1,899 Member
    I was sleeved 1/13/15. I'm at 6mo and have lost over 80lbs since I started the whole process. I wouldn't change anything!! I'm currently training for a 10K in August. I'm loving my new self!! Feel free to add me! :)
  • lachezenglish
    lachezenglish Posts: 1 Member
    Hello. I just started the three month supervised weight loss phase and hope to get the sleeve procedure done in October 2015. I am excited I found this thread because I have been reading all of your stories and they have been motivating and helpful! Please feel free to add me...I need all the support that I can find!!!
  • Rachel_susannah15
    Rachel_susannah15 Posts: 2 Member
    Hi Everyone,
    I'm 6 months out tomorrow, and it has been a journey! It is worth it, but I'm still seeking help and support as i adjust to routines and lifestyle changes- especially where strength training and lose skin are concerned. :smile:
  • fourtywater
    fourtywater Posts: 2 Member
    Ive had the sleeve procedure on 05/07. Ive lost 38 lbs since. I like this transition. I would like to be added to this.
  • GabyR87
    GabyR87 Posts: 6 Member
    Hi guys, I had my sleeve done on May 26th. Would love to add some new friends for support. As of today I've lost 20 lbs since the surgery.
  • dawnmichelle33
    dawnmichelle33 Posts: 7 Member
    I'm amazed at how many people have had this sleeve thing done. I had a full roux-en-y gastric bypass done in 2002. 13 years later I've managed to keep over 100 lbs off but am still struggling each day to lose the almost 100 lbs more I should lose. That being said, I am thrilled that they have come up with much less invasive and drastic surgeries than the one I had and it's great that there are now so many more people to have around that understand what you're going through. It's definitely worth it, and keep up the support!
  • jschwarz51871
    jschwarz51871 Posts: 1 Member
    I am 7 wks post GS, down 44#'s....loving it! How about you all.
    nildalyn wrote: »
    Hey! I did mines on April 1 (Gastric Sleeve) and so far I have lost 51lbs... So how is it going to you so far?

  • terrygbarber
    terrygbarber Posts: 1 Member
    Hey, I had VSG on 6th December 2014. Down 142 lbs so far. Only just started using MFP so I can make sure I'm getting enough protein etc.
  • willowclaire
    willowclaire Posts: 1 Member
    Hi everyone! Feel free to add me. I left mfp, but I am back and would love more friends. My sleeve was 11/06/14. I've lost 118lbs from HW of 417. I struggle mostly with bread and sugar, but I'm trying to stay on track.
  • jgnatca
    jgnatca Posts: 14,464 Member
    Welcome, all.
  • herecomesthesun99
    herecomesthesun99 Posts: 2 Member
    Hi, all! I am a sleever too. I am approaching my six-month sleeve-iversary. :) I've lost 68 lbs so far. I'm so excited to see the folks who are a year or more out and have achieved their goals. Can't wait to get there!

    Is anyone else a FitBit user? I'd love to add some FitBit friends. Maybe we can do some weekly group challenges or something to encourage each other to get those steps in! I'm at https://www.fitbit.com/user/38LC4X.

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