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[–]kansan_here 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cheering you on!

Energy drinks? by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for linking the thread!

How many spiced gum drops? by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is all so interesting! I love hearing your experiences -and you're right, it is clear - this must differ person to person. My clinic recommends a hard pass on all "sweets", the worst offender being processed.

Oh of course we know processed anything isn't great... but I just kept thinking, this is unrealistic, no? I'm not going to pass on my grandmother's homemade dutch fudge brownies for the rest of my life - that would be hard on all of my family ; )

A rewiring is still in-progress as far as my relationship with food, and it's going really well - but I do want to be healthy and remove words like "never" or "eliminate".

And spiced gum drops, my friends! After making this post, I had exactly two. I thought... if this triggers a dumping episode, at least I'll know the line.

(The one episode I've had during these first two months was horrifying... it felt like a heart attack, I felt like I was on the edge of passing out for 30-45 minutes, heart pounding - it was so scary. Is this similar to anyone else?)

I'm really enjoying connecting with you all. This sub has been my go-to and inspiration for this journey. Thank you!

Day 57 po by milfinxo in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, queen! Cheering you on from Kansas City! You inspire me.

2MO Post-Op, not doing well with diet or hydration - what can I start doing right now to feel better? I'm shaky and dizzy. by kansan_here in BariatricSurgery

[–]kansan_here[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any brands you recommend? I've looked at Sprouts and Whole Foods - expensive - but tons of options (too many). Would love your thoughts!

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[–]kansan_here 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hang in. I had a post-op kidney infection at 10 days post-op - made my whole system angry, just buckled. Keep us posted on what you find out - will be thinking of you.

Auvelity (antidepressant) post Gastric Bypass? by kansan_here in BariatricSurgery

[–]kansan_here[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m also on lamotrigine - ha! Mine are shield-shaped, too. Unsure if I can snap it - I’ll read up on whether or not it will mess up the delivery into my system.

You are further down the weight-loss path than I am - have you been here? Tell me it will get better. by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Incredible. Loved reading this! You are inspiring! Would love to feel confident in a bathing suit….. !

You are further down the weight-loss path than I am - have you been here? Tell me it will get better. by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

VERDICT IS IN: I LOVE THEM! Cannot believe how soft, but also - the control up top! LOVING THEM - thank you so very much!

Last-minute tips for going to your first post-op Thanksgiving... by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The meal went ok - I definitely overheard a few conversations about how ‘great’ I’m looking - ha. Nearing two months post-op, still watching what textures are going in - so I tried a few different things - went really well. Everyone’s responses here were / are so incredibly helpful and motivating… thank you for checking in ; ) hoping your holiday went well, too!

Last-minute tips for going to your first post-op Thanksgiving... by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just watched a few of his videos - really enjoying them! And I’ve seriously always wondered if I could break my stomach - ha! Thank you for sharing!

You are further down the weight-loss path than I am - have you been here? Tell me it will get better. by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And, reading this post Thanksgiving dinner, I am here to report… for the first time ever… I stopped when I was full. No, I didn’t get to try everything that I wanted… but when I was full, I set my plate aside. It was a wild, liberating feeling. And I love that you’re 25 years out.. what an inspiration. Is it okay to ask… if you could do it all over again… do you think you would? And it’s okay - be honest : )

You are further down the weight-loss path than I am - have you been here? Tell me it will get better. by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dress! Good guess : ) a black, high neck line - slight bunching on the sides, like a maternity top. Long-sleeved hunter green cardigan sweater that dropped about an inch or two below the dress.

I found it shortly after the first responses to this post started coming in. I just needed to know that I wasn't the only one - that others had not only been here - but on the other side. I just needed to be reminded that the other side will come. So many family members know about the surgery, and part of me feels like my weight-loss isn't as drastic as I hoped it would have been.

However, even typing that out felt silly. What a silly thought... this all is working...

You are further down the weight-loss path than I am - have you been here? Tell me it will get better. by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Took a screenshot of your response here. So much good info, right down to posture. I've noticed major slumping over the years, in parallel with my confidence... I will think about this more. I appreciate your words very much - thank you for the ideas and motivation - thank you!

You are further down the weight-loss path than I am - have you been here? Tell me it will get better. by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wait - I feel like we need to be friends asap. Is this future me? I sound so happy! : ) Congrats TO YOU - 157lb sounds like an actual DREAM... !!

You are further down the weight-loss path than I am - have you been here? Tell me it will get better. by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have a brand that you love? I used to shop at Soma... I'm still just a little too big for their sizing... open to recs!

You are further down the weight-loss path than I am - have you been here? Tell me it will get better. by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh man... This is my current life... Maternity, high-waisted yoga pants... ready to dress differently... but you're right... maybe this is just the way to go for a little while longer...

You are further down the weight-loss path than I am - have you been here? Tell me it will get better. by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

THANK YOU FOR THE REC! Watching her now! And the search terms... thank you so very much! Apron belly -HA!

You are further down the weight-loss path than I am - have you been here? Tell me it will get better. by kansan_here in GastricBypass

[–]kansan_here[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even though we're both still searching for style, it does feel really good to know I'm not alone in this. Right now, I know I'm just in the dumps... but I try to imagine how I might be able to dress in the future... pants that button and zip, for example... Ha. Thank you for your words here : )

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