Yes, I have been absent for a while...been getting used to my new body. Its been challenging, exciting and overwhelming, but I would do it all again in a heartbeat!
I am changing- physically and psychologically- all the time. I have been able to FINALLY purchase clothing in the 'normal' section...I am hovering between an L and XL typically (tops and skirts) and love all my options. I FEEL better- Dave noticed I was 'walking a little quicker' lately. I want to be more active. I love being out and about now- whether its walking at a mall or riding my bike (its been really HOT here so the bike has been put on the back burner sadly) and I cannot sit still for too long! Its crazy! I DO have to be careful-I actually have LOW blood pressure now. The REAL physical realization (not just by seeing my weight on the scale) was when Dave and I went to Cheap Trick and Aerosmith at the Boston TD Garden 2 weeks ago. I was actually COMFORTABLE in the seat. That hasn't happened since I was in my early 20's. I cannot wait to hit Fenway Park this Tuesday to test my new body in the Coca-Cola section seats (near Green Monster)!!!
Milk products are NOT my friends. Though I do try to sneak in the occasional treat (weight watchers snack size ice creams are tolerable). Gerd (acid reflux/vomiting) has occurred when I have too much dairy. It sucks, but, I get through it. Now that I know what to avoid, milk intake will be minimized! Back to soy milk!
Totally gave in this morning- coffee has been wafting past me recently and I gave in to temptation- having my first coffee since surgery (with vanilla soy milk to sweeten it up). Caffeine IS a no-no so soon post-op, but I had to...it is such a treat! Caffeine can cause ulcers easily in new tummy pouches, so, its only going to be ONE a day (used to be upwards of 3 quad lattes) and I hope to avoid ulcers entirely!
So, my hair is thinning, its a side effect of Weight Loss Surgery. Thankfully, I always had A LOT of hair, albeit fine, there was a lot of it. Now its 'normal' and I am REALLY watching my protein (tons of fish, edamame, cheese) intake and taking supplements to help me out. Its frustrating, but, this too shall pass (right, Mom?)!!
Dave and I are going to try for our own baby next March. Surgeon strongly suggests I wait two years before we try, but c'mon....I am 37 and time is ticking away! We also have the adoption option on the table as well, but we really want to try for our own now that my diabetes is at bay. Rumor has it that fertility increases after surgery, which is a good thing because my cycle is slightly irregular now and its irritating! There had better be that silver lining of increased fertility to 'make up' for the misery!!
Lets see, what else....my boarder line sleep apnea is GONE...diabetes- GONE.....strong self-esteem- RETURNING FULL FORCE (it was on hiatus for a while)...love of wearing a swimsuit....kinda back....never really like it to begin with!!
So below are a couple of pics, will write again soon!
Nichole, I had RnY gastric bypass and had been infertile before surgery. I am now 22 weeks pregnant. At 9 months post op, at goal weight, no deficiences or any problems related to my surgery at all my OB said I was healthy enough to go off of birth control and try to conceive. We got pregnant at 1 year post op. There is hope you will get your baby! I thought it would never happen for us. Your OB and bariatric surgeon should determine together when medically your body is ready for pregnancy. You may get the OK before 2 years! Congratulations on all your success! Enjoy the ride as much as possible!
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