Would you do it again ?

Hey all... Well it has been or will be six monthes for all of us and I was wondering if there are any of us *****gret the surgery ? My fiancee' (although VERY supportive) can only recall the times that I have eaten too fast or too much and wound up getting sick when I ask him what his opinion of the surgery is so far. He is also morbidly obese and occassionally the topic has come up of if he would want to look into having the surgery... "Puke all the time, no way !" He then goes on to tell me that I look great and that he is very proud of me but feels that there is no way he is willing to make a committment to a lifelong WLS lifestyle. In alot of ways I feel bad that I have "set a bad example" for him but we live and we learn ! Would I do it again ? HECK yes ! I now weigh less than 180 lbs and I don't ever recall a time in my life when I could say that before ! I can stay awake for more than 15 minutes after getting home from work... But I have been very lucky during this phase of my journey. I wonder if those of us who have had complications would feel the same way... I was curious what everyone was thinking and feeling while they have been celebrating their 6 month anniversary ! Let me know... -Terri

Hey Terri, complication nation I would definatly do this again. I feel normal for the first time in nearly a decade. While I might wish that I had not had as much *fun* post-op, this is the second best thing I've ever done for myself, in my life. The best being my son, the quackiest boo-boo a momma could love. Because of WLS I not only have a signifigant decrease in my laundry list of medial ailments, but I also will have the opportunity to bring another child into my life. I'm down 80 lbs. Both my size and weight begin with a one. My personal goal has been reached. Now I strive for my pie in the sky dream weight of 150, but even if I never lost another pound, the most important thing is, I'm happy. Gosh

I don't regret it one bit and I would do it all over again in a heartbeat. I know that I am losing slowly but I wouldn't change anything for the world!!!

Yes. a million times again. I feel so much better. I'm healthier and I look better. I'm not ashamed for people to see me or worse.. Watch me eat.. I always hated that feeling. I am 4 lbs. from my personal goal of 145. My doctor would like me between 135-145 but I am very happy where I am. My only regret is not doing it sooner. Everyone looks amazing and we should all be so proud of ourselves.

Terri, I would absolutely have this surgery again and again and again, if I had to!! This surgery has helped me lose 80lbs in six months...the most I have ever lost in my life. Not only that but I am so happy with my new eating habits. I love that it doesn't take much to make me feel full and satisfied. I watch my family & friends who also struggle with their weight and it is so hard for them to control what they put in their mouths. Not me though...I now actually *think* about what I eat and not only that I have become more knowledgeable about reading labels, vitamins, protein, carbs, sugars etc. I just love that I know so much more about what I can/should/shouldn't eat. It makes me feel more in control and that for me is what it's all about, having control of food. I hope your fiancee reconsiders having wls. It's so wondeful that my hubby & I share same wls lifestyle. We eat the same foods, drinks and can even share a meal out at restaurants...it's great!! Elisa

No regrets and yes I would do it again in a heartbeat.

Absolutely! I have never felt better in my life. I am actually getting a lot done around my home, riding my bike...which I hadn't done in years. Enjoying my life. Prescription free for once and I can cross my legs all of a sudden? Wow moments are wonderful aren't they.

Hey, I know that I don't post here alot BUT HECK YEA I would do it again. I have lost 159 pounds in 6 months. I feel like I have my life back. Joyce

Hi Terri! I would definately go through the whole process again and wouldn't think twice about it! Best decision I ever made.

EVEN THOUGH I just had my first complication on my sixth month anniversary to the date. ( I had a hernia and a blockage in my intestines) OoooooohhhhhhHHHH YES I WOULD DO IT ALLOVER AGAIN, Everytime I see a overwieght person I want to stop and tell them about this gift we have been given. A second chance at a better life or at least thats the way I feel..... Yes yes yes yes I would do it again! Amberly in Georgia 262/159/125