The Power of Soreness
Yes, I know it sucks to be sore, but the power of you pushing through should give you some type of release. You've made it this far. Consider your soreness a form of triumph. Take in the moment because this…
How to Handle Those That Criticize Your Weight Loss Choice
People have some nerve to think you can actually say something about how I should handle decisions for my health and body. In this and all situations, you are not me. You do not know what goes on with me…
I’m Scared of Having Surgical Weight Loss
Substantial comparative and long-term data have now been published in peer-reviewed studies demonstrating durable weight loss, improved medical co-morbidities, long-term patient satisfaction, and improved quality of life after SG. The ASMBS therefore recognizes SG as an acceptable option as a primary bariatric procedure and as…
My Relationship is Stressed Because of My Weight Loss
One of the hardest things that you could go through in a relationship whether you are engaged, married or just in a relationship is helping them cope with losing their eating partner. My husband was very upset and he was devastated…
Being Afraid To Take The Surgery Step
I totally understand your fears. The unknown with surgery especially with bariatric surgery being such a permanent fix your anxiety is probably high. Remember, this is the choice to be taken lightly. Review everything. All of your options to make sure this is your final choice…
My Pregnancy – Post Weight Loss Surgery
Finding out that I was pregnant post weight loss surgery was a bit jarring. Of course, I did not know what to expect because this was my first pregnancy. I did wait for two years after surgery before I conceived. …
Where Do I Shop During My Weight Loss Journey
Shopping. You would think that it is a wonderful thing to do. Right? Well, you know as well as I that it is absolutely not fun to shop when you are larger you want to be. But, post weight loss,…
Love Yourself Enough
Love your yourself enough to take control of your health. There are many things that take control of your life daily from bills, love, money, sickness, friends - just to name a few. However, what can you do if your…
My Post Weight Loss Body is Sagging
It's so common to have sagging, baggy skin after bariatric surgery. Let's not forget how big we were prior to surgery and how quickly we started to lose weight after surgery. It's physically impossible to keep up with the rapid loss…
Alternative Options to Surgical Procedures for Weight Loss
Over the past years, I've seen a rise in alternatives to surgical weight loss. While the ultimate goal is for permanent weight loss, many people are petrified about having surgery to address their weight loss goals. One of the choices…