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asked by unicornbeautyI told them that I've done my research, I've weighed the pros and cons, and after failing multiple weight loss attempts on my own, this is something I needed to do in order to gain control of my life and get to a healthy weight. I also stressed that gastric bypass (and the band) is a tool, and that if I don't do my part, I can still fail with it. More than anything, to borrow a quote from an episode of Big Medicine, it provides me with the physical restraint I need to regain mental control.
Don't let anyone discourage you, even friends and family members. In the end, it is *your* life, and *your* body! -
asked by hellontoastfla
Thank you so much. :) Trust me, the loose skin is worth feeling better overall and LOOKING better overall!
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asked by hellontoastfla
Loose skin is definitely an issue. Fortunately, the loose skin on my breasts IS tightening up. I'd highly recommend what I'm doing -- wearing a bra 24/7. I have my "day" bras -- standard underwire with plenty of support -- and my "night" bras -- comfy sports bras.
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asked by hellontoastfla
I haven't, because I had my tubes tied after the birth of my son, so having another child isn't in my forecast. But from what I've read, it can be done!
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asked by NaughtyMorty
For the most part it's just a difference with brand, though certain bands are wider/thicker than others, and may be placed slightly differently.
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I think I like to keep my personal life and work life separate.
I also think I need to disable anonymous questions on this account, seeing as how you've come to this, as opposed to my personal one (kissmykitty), to ask your question. -
I suppose I should have clarified his message -- I always told him that fat girls don't wear stripes, at least not wide stripes or ones that are highly contrasting. Believe me, he's not one to insult people based on their appearance. I'm sorry if his message offended you -- trust me, that was not the intent!
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Um, thank you? LOL. In answer to your Ambassador Program question, you can do it as often as once a month.
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Yes and yes. A large percentage of patients (I forget the %, but I believe it's over 25%) wind up being depressed because they're no longer able to eat their emotions, indulge in their favorite foods, associate with food like they did before, etc. Both therapy and anti-depressants are available for any post-op gastric bypass or lapband patient that may need them.
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Yes and yes. A large percentage of patients (I forget the %, but I believe it's over 25%) wind up being depressed because they're no longer able to eat their emotions, indulge in their favorite foods, associate with food like they did before, etc. Both therapy and anti-depressants are available for any post-op gastric bypass or lapband patient that may need them.
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Yes and yes. A large percentage of patients (I forget the %, but I believe it's over 25%) wind up being depressed because they're no longer able to eat their emotions, indulge in their favorite foods, associate with food like they did before, etc. Both therapy and anti-depressants are available for any post-op gastric bypass or lapband patient that may need them.
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In the spring I walked/sped walked around the park with my kids, I've ridden my bicycle several times, and I do swim *in* the pool. :)
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Eight weeks, I believe.
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Thank you so much! As far as confidence, it's weird... I'm more confident about some things and less confident about others. My bingo flaps (loose skin on my upper arms) and slightly jiggly upper thighs bug me, but other than that I'm quite happy. I do have confidence issues, but a lot of them relate to the fact that I still think of myself and view myself as being fatter than I really am.
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If I can get it covered by insurance, or afford it on my own, hell yes. I want to wait at least two years so that I can get my weight stabilized, and at that point I'll see what's up and how bad things are.
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asked by tcondell
The surgery altered my body permanently. For the rest of my life my portions will be teensy, I won't be able to drink with or right before or after eating, and I'll have to make sure I'm taking in enough protein and limiting sugar and carb consumption.
It sounds drastic and dramatic, but since it's all I've known for the past 8+ months, it's not that bad. -
I have bingo flaps (though they're still kind of flabby, so I'm hoping they'll go down a bit more!), and my stomach is a bit of a wreck. But it was before, so that doesn't surprise me. My inner thighs are a bit wobbly, but I'm hoping that swimming/walking will help to tighten them up!
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It's mainly because of the surgery, but with any type of weight loss making sure to maintain an adequate amount of protein in your diet is important, so that your body burns fat, not muscle.
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They've increased a bit, but not by much. I still fill up after just a few bites. I still can't guzzle water, which sucks because I get so THIRSTY. When I do guzzle water, it winds up coming right back up, and it comes up quickly and forcefully, so I sip, sip, sip.
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Besides being told to cut down on carbs and sweets (carbs, such as mac & cheese, grilled cheese sandwiches, biscuits, etc.), I was instructed to consume no more than 2000 calories / 60g of fat per day. Additionally, no more than three grams of fat per every 100 calories. The fat gram part was the hardest to conform to -- you would not believe all of the food that is laden with fat grams!
I spent seven and a half months following the 3 grams of fat to every 100 calories rule, and I did manage to lose about 45 lbs.
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Jenn’s Bio
I am That Fat Chick, aka Jenn, and I had gastric bypass surgery on 11/18/09.
