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About KiwiGal
- Sleeved or not sleeved:
- I have had a gastric sleeve.
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- Loving living my new life in Auckland New Zealand
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- Auckland New Zealand
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- Lisa
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- Stephanie Ulmer
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- 2017-09-04
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07-02-2020, 05:49 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread Weight gain, almost 3 years out and alcohol in Tell Us About Your Journey Getting A Gastric SleeveWell done you! Keep up the good work. You'll be back where you want to be in no time at all :-)8 replies | 285 view(s)
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07-02-2020, 05:47 PMI was on Optifast for 3 weeks prior to surgery. One item each for breakfast, lunch, dinner with the addition of 1 cup of vegetables (not potatoes...3 replies | 150 view(s)
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06-30-2020, 03:23 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread Weight gain, almost 3 years out and alcohol in Tell Us About Your Journey Getting A Gastric SleeveIt's easy to get into a habit that isn't so good for us...and really difficult to stop. I don't have any great advice unfortunately but I do...8 replies | 285 view(s)
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06-28-2020, 05:13 PMI weigh every day but if you do that you have to be ok with the natural fluctuations that can occur. It's the unnatural fluctuations that you need to...5 replies | 228 view(s)
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06-28-2020, 05:08 PMHi Ellie These sure are trying times. I feel so fortunate to be living in NZ right now. Sometimes being a tiny island at the bottom of the world...3 replies | 182 view(s)
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06-25-2020, 09:03 PMI don't think the nervousness is irrational. It's totally understandable. In my case ignorance was bliss. I had no idea what to expect and as...9 replies | 328 view(s)
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06-25-2020, 08:57 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread Widow to Weight Loss in Member Introductions, Social Announcements & Good WishesWelcome. You are certainly on the way to a healthy new you. There are some great people here who and very happy to offer support and advice and to...6 replies | 384 view(s)
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06-23-2020, 03:15 PMI had never had any sort of operation prior to being sleeved and I was amazed at how smoothly it all went. Those general anesthetics are amazing! I...9 replies | 328 view(s)
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06-22-2020, 05:38 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread Post Sleeve diet dilemma in After Your Gastric Sleeve Surgery - Before & After Photos and StoriesYay John! Sounds like you are doing really well. Good for you. I have a smoothie like you made most days for breakfast, not only does it taste good,...20 replies | 703 view(s)
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06-22-2020, 05:36 PMAs Above - making water a priority is a must. Sip all the time. I am nearly 3 years out and always have a water bottle with me wherever I go....4 replies | 256 view(s)
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06-22-2020, 05:34 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread How long after surgery can I drink coffee? in Questions And Answers For Those Considering A Gastric SleeveI don't drink coffee but I was told to hang fire on the tea for about 3 weeks. Is there a coffee flavoured protein drink that you could have?9 replies | 264 view(s)
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06-22-2020, 05:32 PMWelcome. There are lots of great people here that are very happy to offer support and advice. Hope all goes well for you.3 replies | 194 view(s)
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06-22-2020, 05:31 PMHow exciting :-) Totally natural to be a little scared but as long as you follow your surgeons instructions you will be just fine. This is the...9 replies | 328 view(s)
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06-22-2020, 05:29 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread Any Cauliflower Pizza Tips? in Tell Us About Your Journey Getting A Gastric SleeveHmm...have seen recipes for these but never been tempted. Perhaps you could repurpose the remaining crusts into something else?4 replies | 202 view(s)
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06-17-2020, 06:00 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread Crunchy - so tired of soft and liquids in Gastric Sleeve Diet, Recipes, and NutritionPersonally I wouldn't be looking to eat anything that wasn't on the meal plan from my surgeon if I was only 1 week out from surgery. I assume that...7 replies | 319 view(s)
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06-17-2020, 05:57 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread favorite meal replacement in Questions And Answers For Those Considering A Gastric SleeveYes, tastes can change after surgery. As Katrina suggested try a different flavor or brand. Just buy small quantities or ask for samples until you...6 replies | 230 view(s)
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06-17-2020, 05:56 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread Post Sleeve diet dilemma in After Your Gastric Sleeve Surgery - Before & After Photos and StoriesHi John It sounds like you are getting set up for success again which is great. Counselling and a good nutritionist will definitely help I'm sure....20 replies | 703 view(s)
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06-17-2020, 05:49 PMAbsolutely not fair! Sounds like a great hike though :-)6 replies | 283 view(s)
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06-16-2020, 09:58 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread Pain after gastric sleeve surgery in Questions And Answers For Those Considering A Gastric SleeveI took the pain relief offered in the hospital (2 days) but once home I didn't require anything. I didn't have pain more discomfort like I'd done...8 replies | 247 view(s)
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06-16-2020, 08:03 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread Post Sleeve diet dilemma in After Your Gastric Sleeve Surgery - Before & After Photos and StoriesAlso, planning is a big thing for me. I know what I am going to eat each day and shop accordingly. If I am working in the office I prepare my food...20 replies | 703 view(s)
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06-16-2020, 07:58 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread Post Sleeve diet dilemma in After Your Gastric Sleeve Surgery - Before & After Photos and StoriesThe spinach smoothie is good - thanks to sraebaer for putting us on to it. I use: Couple of handfuls of fresh baby spinach leaves (usually weighs...20 replies | 703 view(s)
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06-15-2020, 07:03 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread liquid diet blues for 2 weeks in Tell Us About Your Journey Getting A Gastric SleeveThe liquid diet was the worst part of the whole process and even then it wasn't so bad. Keep your eye on the prize (safer successful surgery) and...6 replies | 324 view(s)
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06-15-2020, 06:59 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread Does meal replacement count with liquid total in Gastric Sleeve Diet, Recipes, and NutritionJust a note re the vitamins. I was told not to start until 3 weeks after surgery, and then I found out very quickly that I can't take them on an...7 replies | 340 view(s)
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06-15-2020, 06:55 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread Post Sleeve diet dilemma in After Your Gastric Sleeve Surgery - Before & After Photos and StoriesHi John I think you have really answered your own questions. I'm going to be blunt here so stop reading if you don't want to hear it...….. ...20 replies | 703 view(s)
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06-15-2020, 06:38 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread LIFE CHANGE - Caring for Mum in Tell Us About Your Journey Getting A Gastric SleeveAnnie - you are an absolute star. Seriously you deserve a medal (at the very least) for everything that you do for others. You really are the best...4 replies | 222 view(s)
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06-09-2020, 08:37 PMHellooooo!!!!! So good to have you back with us Kristi. You really have had an awful time. I'm pinning my hopes on the rest of 2020 and beyond...4 replies | 365 view(s)
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06-08-2020, 08:12 PMWe have fabulous hiking trails here - We'd love to see you...….once we open our borders again...….. :-)13 replies | 665 view(s)
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06-04-2020, 07:58 PMHi all We are finally coming out the other side down here in New Zealand. No new Covid-19 cases diagnosed for 14 days :-) We look like we will...13 replies | 665 view(s)
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05-26-2020, 05:11 PMHello and welcome This is a great place for support and advice. There are lots of good people here happy to share their stories and experiences.4 replies | 298 view(s)
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05-25-2020, 09:03 PMKiwiGal replied to a thread smoking an the sleeve? in Tell Us About Your Journey Getting A Gastric SleeveCan't offer you any advice on smoking as I never have. I will just wish you well and hope that everything works out for you.7 replies | 578 view(s)
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1 Year Surgerversary
by KiwiGal on 09-04-2018 at 07:22 PM
Hello all
Yesterday I celebrated one year since I changed my life for good. Yep, a year ago I had my gastric sleeve surgery. :-)
I have had a great year. The surgery went without a hitch, I have followed my surgeon and nutritionists instructions to a tee and have kept to the plan. As such I am now almost 60kg lighter then I was before surgery. I have gone from a size 22 (NZ) to a size 10-12. I am more active, fitter, and happier than I can ever remember being.
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