Introduction

So, I juts joined this group today. I had RNY in APril 04. I am doing okay, but feel that I need to be in an environment with others that have been on the WLS journey. And, yes, I have gained a few pounds, but I am not overly concerned about it all.

I am looking forward to learning from you all.

- Laura VT

hi laura
I joined the group awhile ago but this is the first time i have ventured out of just reading.  I have my RNY may 19, 2009 I too am doing just okay The dr's are saying that I didn't have as much to loose so my weight loss will be slower but I am not where they expect me to be It is very discouraging. i have lost around 47lbs but they were expecting me to loose an additional
15.0 lbs by my last appointment on Friday. Looking to learn from others too.

Tiffany   
     

Welcome   I am not a primary player but I do comment and post occassionally.  Take care, Z

Thank you VT!

You are an excellent example of how that extra X% (whatever they say is common regain for RNY) is okay. You have shown us that being comfortable is a great accomplishment. From your short post I have seen that you know your ideas and ideals and are striving for them.

I'm so glad you joined BOTT. I'm glad because not many realize that BOTT means ANYTIME.... early from surgury, AT surgery... BEFORE surgery even... BOTT is what yu want it ti be, yet we are ALWAYS here. For you. So......

Tell us how. How can we be of best service to you?

WELC OME!!!!   Guess maybe my "advice" would be 100% compliance = being just exactly where your body needs to be.  Remember, if you put one hand in boiling water and the other in ice water, on average you are comfortable.  What you dr is telling you is "average" weight loss.  Just use your tool of WLS as it's meant to be used and let the pounds fall where they way.  This is not a horse race   It is a FOREVER life change.  Will you never eat more than you should or something you shouldn't - c'mon now!  You are human aren't you?  Humans aren't perfect.  Humans make mistakes.  But.......humans can correct and learn from their mistakes.

If you're comfortable, post often and allow us to share your journey.  WE CAN DO THIS TOGETHER - YES WE CAN