Question:
Weight loss after 6 months?

I would love to hear about your weight losses between the 6-12 month period. I am 6 months post-op and have done very well and am just wondering what to look for during the next 6 months. Thanks!    — Kristi S. (posted on June 19, 2007)


June 19, 2007
I lost about 45# between 6-12 mo. I am currently 14 mo post op and have stayed within a 3# range for past 2 mos. and am well below what my surgeon projected for me. Hope this helps. Donna 5'6" 286/135
   — dabby

June 19, 2007
I celebrated my 6 month anniversary yesterday, June 19. I've lost 83.5 pounds. Everyone loses at a different pace. My friend had lost 100 pounds by 6 months. I am curious, how much have you lost?
   — MJP0520

June 19, 2007
I think I only lost about 20# between 6-12 months. I got lax on my eating and don't dump so was able to eat more carbs that I should have to lose weight. I was also pretty close to where I wanted to be. I'm at 12 months now and have been going up and down on the same 5 pounds for months. I think I've pretty much hit my limit -- although personally I'd like to lose 15 more pounds to hit goal. I'm going to see what my doc says today (my 1 year check-up) and then either up the exercise/go back to basics on eating or decide this is where I need to be. I'm happy with how I look (well, except for the saggy skin) -- I just have a mental issue with what it says on the scale!
   — KC

June 19, 2007
At 6 months out I was down 125 lbs and I am now 1 week shy of my 10 month and I am down 163 lbs. I am very strict bout my eating though. I don't eat a lot of things that I see people eating here. I don't do bread, I do tortillas and do wraps instead of sandwhiches and I don't eat pasta or rice. My thought is, I did this surgery for a reason and if I don't need it I don't eat it. Good Luck
   — Lost4Ever

June 20, 2007
Hi Kristy, I just checked my records, as I am 3 1/2 years post surgery, but I lost 72 pounds in the first six months, and 41 the 2nd 6 months. It slowed, but was consistent. I also ate more those 2nd 6 months, so that plays a part. Exercise will become increasingly more important to you, so slowly increase what you do, and vary your routine, that will also help. Don't worry about the number that you lose, you can't force that, but just be faithful to what you know to do. This will bring the most positive result, and put you on a good path for success in the future. Take care, and best to you. Patricia P.
   — Patricia P

June 20, 2007
hello i am 7 mths out and i am down 100 pounds i through i was doin bad because my sister had it done to she is down 135 pounds but everyone loses differently even tho my weight lose had slowed down i still am losing i dont care how long it takes me to get there , i know i will reach my goal and you will to so dont worry you are doin great !!!!!
   — teresa41230

June 20, 2007
I was at about 70# at 6 months, I am now down 80# in 7.5 months with about 8 more #'s to go! I feel great and am wearing a size 8 in some items....just bought a size 8 skirt today! I try to limit my carbs and get all my protein in...I have good and bad days with liquids. Everyone thinks I look great the way I am but it would be nice to get to my goal and have a normal BMI.
   — Sheri A.

June 20, 2007
I am 6 months post op on June 8, 2007 and have lost 72 pounds. I started at 233.6 and height is 5'2. My goal weight is 130 so I am over halfway there. I have 31 pounds left to lose! Angela
   — A Q.

June 21, 2007
As of June 8 im 5 months out. I have lost 100lbs. I have 35 more lbs to go to reach my goal. Im still on semi solids bue to my food gets stuck and I don't like the feeling and don't like dumping. I rather have all my food smashed and chopped than be stuck.How long does it take to get your eatting habits to go to solid foods. Thanks Izzy
   — izzywcw




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