About sraebaer
- Sleeved or not sleeved:
- I have had a gastric sleeve.
- Surgery date:
- 2013-10-07
Total Posts
- Total Posts
- 4,318
- Posts Per Day
- 1.88
Visitor Messages
- Total Messages
- 52
- Most Recent Message
- 09-05-2019 09:39 AM
Total Thanks
- Total Thanks
- 981
-
Thanked 3,437 Times in 2,073 Posts
Total Welcomes
- Total Welcomes
- 143
-
Welcomed 7 Times in 1 Post
General Information
- Last Activity
- Yesterday 07:29 PM
- Join Date
- 09-01-2013
19 Friends
Showing Friends 1 to 10 of 19
-
Older Activity
-
Yesterday, 12:48 PM
I smushed it into fish skin and coffee grounds with the box.
6 replies | 79 view(s)
-
Yesterday, 12:46 PM
Great news, no shoulder surgery at the moment. Got some medication and a shot. Says I will probably need a full shoulder replacement, but not for a...
13 replies | 169 view(s)
-
12-11-2019, 05:39 PM
So someone sent us a pound box of See's Candy as a gift. I opened it and ate 2 pieces. They didn't even taste good. Hubby tried one too. I...
6 replies | 79 view(s)
-
12-11-2019, 05:36 PM
Welcome! You've found a nice place to hang out. Looks like you're already seeing success!
4 replies | 64 view(s)
-
12-11-2019, 07:57 AM
So in the past when there were pages and pages of "latest activity" that just means there was more activity going on? I''m wondering why this site...
8 replies | 232 view(s)
-
12-11-2019, 07:55 AM
Yep, no hoops to jump through! I just went to a seminar, signed up, and had the surgery. Hardly had time to think about it. Others have to do...
13 replies | 169 view(s)
-
12-10-2019, 05:20 PM
What a beautiful post Annie. Love it! I hope we get to meet one day in person. ROAD TRIP!!
I wonder if us self-pay people have more success...
13 replies | 169 view(s)
-
12-08-2019, 04:26 PM
Welcome, this is a great place for questions. A year post op will be no problem at all! You will concentrate on protein, veggies, then good carbs...
17 replies | 214 view(s)
-
12-07-2019, 10:03 PM
I have not, but look up Katrina's posts, her daughter suffered extreme problems with the vomiting for so long. See your doctor every step of the...
8 replies | 159 view(s)
-
12-07-2019, 10:01 PM
I think you're doing the right thing, it was absolutely life changing. From a huge size 22 to a size 8 in less than a year. But it would be SO EASY...
9 replies | 193 view(s)
-
12-07-2019, 09:52 PM
Hope things start heading in the right direction! If not, go back to the surgeon ASAP.
7 replies | 208 view(s)
-
12-07-2019, 02:47 PM
The reason the sleeve works is you physically can not overeat. You lose quickly, which is totally motivating.
But you're right, I'm 6 years...
9 replies | 193 view(s)
-
12-05-2019, 08:26 AM
I sent a message under "Contact Us", we'll see what he says.
8 replies | 232 view(s)
-
12-05-2019, 08:23 AM
I feel your pain, I am always craving sweet, especially at night. Often a protein bar does the trick. I'm doing Weight Watchers and find the ones...
5 replies | 127 view(s)
-
12-02-2019, 08:26 PM
No clue. It used to be you could go back page after page. Now they just stop.
8 replies | 232 view(s)
-
11-28-2019, 08:26 AM
You know more than your doctor? Sorry to be harsh, but I have heard some horror stories here. Tamara2 a good example. Instead of not taking your...
6 replies | 207 view(s)
-
11-27-2019, 08:54 AM
I do love fresh veggies, just takes preparation. I typically keep them in water in the fridge to keep them crisp. Then a good dip is the 0 FAGE...
4 replies | 160 view(s)
-
11-27-2019, 08:47 AM
Your life certainly sounds crazy. But don't you think everything is easier at 50 pounds less? And don't you think your life may change over time? ...
6 replies | 259 view(s)
-
11-25-2019, 08:57 AM
I would say 2 weeks if at all possible. And get some help with the kids that second week If you can. It would just put you off to a really good...
8 replies | 221 view(s)
-
11-24-2019, 09:06 AM
Sorry you're having issues, and odd that you were fine for years. I have heard of some people here who have had to do exactly what your doctor is...
1 replies | 143 view(s)
-
11-23-2019, 09:17 AM
That's scary! I know I don't drink enough water either. (Sitting here with my coffee). Glad you're OK!!
9 replies | 382 view(s)
-
11-23-2019, 09:15 AM
- How long do most have to take off work? 2 weeks. I was a teacher at the time.
- How long was your hospital stay? 1 night
- How did you do with...
8 replies | 221 view(s)
-
11-23-2019, 09:10 AM
I have heard from this site that the bypass is better if you have reflux. Your doctor knows what he/she is talking about. Best of luck to you.
6 replies | 207 view(s)
-
11-23-2019, 09:08 AM
A little gain before surgery is no biggie. After surgery it will fall off if you follow the rules! Best of luck to you.
6 replies | 1106 view(s)
-
11-20-2019, 04:04 PM
ONLY lost 53 pounds in 8 months? That's crazy talk! Shout it from the rooftops that you lost 53 pounds in 8 months!! Have you ever done that...
7 replies | 273 view(s)
-
11-20-2019, 08:26 AM
I assume excess skin would be the same after either procedure. If you're 212 you probably won't have much to worry about. I went from a little...
9 replies | 5228 view(s)
-
11-18-2019, 08:53 AM
Week one?
Be sure someone is around to take care of everyone in your home so you can just worry about yourself.
Rest. You will be sleeping...
5 replies | 187 view(s)
sraebaer has not uploaded their before and after pictures yet. Please check back soon or
send them a PM and ask them to upload them.