I'm Back for Good and Ready to Start Over
Hi all! I had my sleeve surgery almost 6 years ago and after a very rough start because I was bleeding internally I lost 100 pounds. I felt great and was so grateful that I had the surgery and was the smallest I have ever been at 130 lbs and a size 2. I then found myself pregnant even though the doctors told me after my second child that I couldn't have anymore because my endometriosis was so bad. I struggled to eat enough but forced myself so that I had a healthy baby. I gained 30 lbs back due to my pregnancy. I then developed non-cancerous tumors in my belly and slowly gained another 30 lbs due to inability to move much and depression didn't help with healthy eating choices. I had surgery to remove the tumors and ended up with complications again and now almost 4 years later I can finally exercise and focus on eating right to get this weight off. I need OH for the support, I am sticking around for the long haul. Also, made an appointment for therapy because I know I need all the help I can get. Today is Day 1 and I'm not going to give up until I reach my goal again. I did it once, I know i can do it again. Thanks for letting me share my story! Look forward to talking with everyone!
on 7/1/18 2:15 pm
Welcome back and it's great you are getting back on track! Check in to the menu threads and be accountable for what you eat. It helps.
on 7/1/18 6:06 pm
Welcome back, Nikki! I'm so sorry you've had a rough time of it. But I have no doubt that you can get back to your goal again. You lost 100 lbs, so you're obviously a strong and determined woman.
I am really a believer in therapy...I wish I would have started it years ago, perhaps things would be different now. But I've been doing it for about 7 months, had surgery 3 1/2 weeks ago, and plan on continuing therapy as long as I need to!
Like Mersh said, please do post on the menu thread! It's not only a great way to keep yourself in check, but it's a great way to meet people who will support you and encourage you.
Welcome back.
Congrats on acknowledging that you need help and seeking out a therapist and OH! You can do it again.
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)
Yes! I find the daily menu thread really helpful! It keeps me focused. It also keeps me encouraged, knowing that even though I have made some drastic changes to what I will be eating in the future, that there is a universe of great food out there that I will be able to enjoy as my WL journey stretches out into the future.