I'm a prodigal daughter returning to OH
Good morning everyone,
I was an avid lurker on this site when I first got my RNY surgery in July 2005 and never really posted but just read all the helpful information. So it's been 9 years since I have had my surgery and I wanted to get back here to look for support because I started a new journey to lose the weight I gained. My highest weight and surgery weight was 293. The lowest weight I got down to was 174. I felt great at that weight! The problem was that I was not obedient with the WLS rules and found ways of eating around my surgery. I gained back about 46-52 lbs because my weight always fluctuated between 220-226. Since July 6th I decided that I needed to change the way I ate or at least stop drinking soda!! I am happy to report that I have lost 25 lbs and I now weigh 201. My pouch still miraculously works and can only eat small portions the only difference is that now I am filling up on healthy stuff like dark greens and protein and quinoa. I have my fitbit tracker and I log my food on myfitnesspal so I am really aware of what goes in my mouth and the activity that I do daily. Sorry for the long post but just wanted to be as detailed as possible. Hopefully I can make some new friends and help each other out in this life long journey! Happy Wednesday!
Hey there! It happens! I had my surgery in 2007. I had a 45 pound re-gain, but was able to re-lose it, plus a little more by working with my dietician and returning to support group meetings. I also use the 12-step program of Overeaters Anonymous to assist in my journey. It really is a life-long journey. Congratulations on getting back on track! The tools definitely still works.
Blessings, Jill
WLS 5/31/07. Maintaining a weight loss of 141 pounds and feeling amazing!
