Hi Nicole, everything you said is the same for me too. I´m 14 Month after surgery and I lost 56kg (124 lbs)) so far. I´m very small now, but I see myself bigger most of the time. It´s a little bit confusing ;). I am constantly tired and freezing. Keep up with telling your story, it´s important to know for everyone who wants to go the same path. For everyone who considers surgery: I myself feel not that well a few times throughout the day because my stomach hurts a bit or I am nauseous. It happens almost daily because my bowel movement is to strong and that hurts (no one knows why) and sometimes i cant tolerate some foods. (Especially after my Gallbladder needed to be removed) This can happen too...And people need to know this to be prepared. Many people at the internet are telling only how fabulous they feel, but I think most of them are not telling everything. Everyone needs to ask himself if all the problems that could occur would be worth it for them. Because after surgery you have to deal with everything that comes your way, there is no real way back after this, you have to work hard for your goal and sometimes (or often) you dont feel that well. You really have to take care of yourself after this. Most of the people in my support group think the same. We might be thin and healthy now, but the strains on our lifes because of the surgary are visible and will make you feel miserable many times throughout this jouney. You dont know how your body will react and it´s for everyone different. Be aware if you do this: It is not easy and you will suffer sometimes. Even if you are doing erverything the right way. And it will be like this for the rest of your life. So please dont make a quick decision. Inform yourself in any possible way. Was it worth it? For me: Definately yes. I would do it all over again, even with knowing all of this. All of my comorbidities are gone and I feel very good beeing thin. I was very unhealthy and felt very very unhappy before the surgery. My life today is way better than before the surgary, even with all the upcoming side effects. I´m sorry that my english is not that good. I am from germany and it´s a bit difficult to explain this things in a foreign language.

@Kimberly-hk6kp

9 ай бұрын

Very helpful. Thank you for sharing.

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

You are so right - everyone needs to carefully weigh the possible cons against the possible pro of the surgery. I don't think anyone gets away with NO complications and the complications can last for a lifetime. (Your English is perfect! Never would have known it is your second language - you are a great writer and your thoughts were presented very clearly)

@shamimabegum449

7 ай бұрын

Thank you for explaining this. I am trying to find as much info about baristas surgery. Everyone says positives but not negatives. My surgeon never said my gallbladder may need to be removed. Why is this?

I think out of all the videos I have come across in my research into bariatric surgery, yours are the ones I like the most! Thank you for sharing your journey and sharing all the information you have. It's very helpful and keeps me from being quite so nervous at what I'm facing! PS...I'm not really surprised you still want chocolate! It IS, after all, the Sixth Food Group, and quite necessary to our health! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

This video is exactly what I wanted to see. My Gastric Bypass is in four days, and I've been really trying to find things to expect despite all of my extensive research. Thank you for being so open! This has made me feel much more comfortable about how things will be.

Hi Nicole, WONDERFUL info. You've answered so many of my questions. Please keep making videos

I listened to your video on my drive to work and spent the whole time giggling and nodding my head in agreement lol

Love your videos! They are helping me. I’m 10 days post op RNY gastric bypass today!

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

I hope everything is going well!

So love your honesty

Thank you 😊

I really enjoy watching your videos. Your personality is charming, endearing and I can't get enough! I'm so appreciative of the effort you put into these, please keep them coming.

This was really helpful. Thank you.

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

I'm 5'3" and size 9 shoes!

Thank you so much for your honesty in this post. I am about 3/4 through the pre-surgery process and have not been able to find anyone who has experienced my concerns about bowel habits after surgery. While I realize we are all different and a lot depends on what I eat, I am so scared this surgery will make my IBS-D worse. I have had it for over 40 years now and I can count on one hand the times I was constipated. Don’t get me wrong, I am not looking forward to it but having a chance of not experiencing the doubled over cramping IBS-D every day of my life, you have help ease my mind so much! And knowing what you said, I can try to stay ahead of possible constipation. Thank you!

Thank you for your honesty!!! Will be haveing gastric bypass before years end

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

You've got this!

Same for me on everything

New 2 your channel. I appreciate your honesty and openess. TY

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

I am a nurse to, and I’m two weeks postop. I’m excited to find your channel and learn more!❤

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

So excited to be on this journey with you! You've got this!

I’m just starting my journey. Probably have my surgery in December or January. Love your content. Keep it up. 😁

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

You've got this! Let me know if you have any questions that I can help with!

You are the cutest. Enjoy your helpful videos.

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

You're too sweet! Thank you!

My surgery date is 01/09/2024. My 2 week liquid diet will begin 12/26. I will enjoy my Christmas dinner. I came across your videos & like them, especially things to buy that may be helpful for me. Thank you for sharing your journey. I hope I do as well with my RNY.

@bridgetedmonds9947

7 ай бұрын

Hi my surgery day is 01/03/24 my liquid diet starts 12/20/2023 so I am mentally trying to prepare myself.

@nicoleislosingit

7 ай бұрын

You’ve got this!!!

You are adorable!

@nicoleislosingit

4 ай бұрын

Oh thank you!

Yes...the loose skin in unexpected places is an issue. The bariatric gas is terrible. No shoe size never changed but my feet were never swollen. I thought I would like getting my picture taken more after losing more than 100#. But I still hate the view. OMG...the defensive part. Several shops that I go to call me skinny now. Not even close, but compared to where I was before, I understand why they say that. But I've always been defensive of the term skinny. Thanks for this chat. You hit the points right on the head.

Can totally relate to nearly everything you mentioned. This coming Jan 21, will be (wow, golden bday? lol) 21 yrs since my RNY. Was one of the first in my state to have it done laparoscopic. Back when even RNY was so much less even known about. That said, I know you mentioned being a nurse, but if you ever have any questions.. feel free. :) PS: Bread, pasta, rice, potato.. I still get dumping syndrome to this day. OR if I drink during/too near to eating. Not fun AT ALL, but... at the same time, thankful that I do. Keeps me from even wanting those things. lol Huge congrats on your success!!

@nicoleislosingit

7 ай бұрын

Wow - 21 years. That's amazing! Thank you so much for your kind words and advice!!!

Thank you for sharing! I am two weeks away from my surgery and sooooooo nervous

@nicoleislosingit

7 ай бұрын

You’ve got this!!! I hope you are doing well!

PROBIOTICS have saved me constipation. I tale one every day and im so regular now 💩

@Alina-vt2hk

9 ай бұрын

Any specific kind ?

@AnnabelleLeeTx

9 ай бұрын

@@Alina-vt2hk Dr. Formulated Probiotics Mood+

@dawnyellc-livingmybestlife4181

8 ай бұрын

Please share the brand you take. I've tried many with no luck at all.

@dumpsterfire6351

8 ай бұрын

@@Alina-vt2hkthe probiotic kind 😂

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

I need to look into probiotics...

Have you tried xylitol gum and candies, biotene also has mouth moisturizers and dry mouth toothpastes that work really well

Thanks for sharing Nicole! I finally have my surgery date. Jan 19!!

@juliel8720

9 ай бұрын

good luck

@pennieobrien204

9 ай бұрын

@@juliel8720 thank you!

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

Best of luck to you! You've got this!

I am about 5.5 weeks post op now and have a lot of the same things; dry mouth, loose skin where I thought would tighten up a little bit, etc. I've been lucky in the bathroom. I go about twice a day with good movement. I am still learning when the "extra bite" is too much, so I've gone through some "regurgitation" issues but I'm trying to incorporate the 30-minute rule with my eating to avoid some of that. I understand about the burping and hiccups too, and sometimes they just are not fun because they usually lead to throwing up. It's pretty much trial and error for me on eating still. I do try to eat my meat and get a good amount of protein in my diet but not being able to drink while you eat is so hard and makes eating meat difficult. Not sure about the body demorph???? thing yet, but I'm sure I will have it. I did take one picture since my surgery and compared to before I started, and I didn't see that much of a difference, but a lot of my FB friends said they could tell a big difference. It's funny also, because I had lost 143 pounds back between 2005-2007, and a few months ago I was looking at some pictures my dad had on some flash drives from that period. I was like you; I knew I was a size 4-6 at that time but I felt like I still looked like a size 26. I saw myself as "fat". I am going to try to be more positive this time. Those little achievements, like you being about to tie your shoes or clip your toenails now, are the best feeling. Last week I was sitting, and I crossed my legs for the first time in I don't know how many years. They are great little surprises. I did lose about 50lbs prior to my surgery so my after-surgery weight loss is going a little slower that I thought (my surprise). I have watched your videos of your journey through, and you are truly encouraging to those of us who are following behind you. I always look forward to seeing the next one.

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

This whole process is a huge learning adventure - you've got this! I'm so happy to be on this journey with you. :)

My gastric bypass is next tuesday and I'm down 18 lbs one more week liquids to go!! Cold I recall when I lost my weight with the lap band ... Sagging rear I didn't have ... oh bowel habits right now is soft and normal.... but I've heard imodium maybe my new friend as well as taking docusate sodium

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

I hope all went well with surgery and you are recovering well!

Before surgery, I didn’t really snack much. I just ate meals that had too many calories. After surgery, I tend to snack a lot 🤦‍♀️ because my tummy has a hard time with meat and beans. I’m only 3 months post op. Hopefully, I’ll be able to tolerate meat better eventually. ❤

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

It should get better - I hope! I had to eat smaller meals every 2-3 hours for the first several months.

Look Healthy 😊 I’m on 2nd week Started at 6’1” 350 already down to 320 Thanks for info.!

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

That's amazing!!!

@dumpsterfire6351

8 ай бұрын

@@nicoleislosingit304 today 🤯

I'll be 5 months post-op on Dec 13. And I also get cold faster than before my surgery. I figured it's due to the 71lbs I lost.

@nicoleislosingit

7 ай бұрын

71lbs - that’s awesome!

I used to say Wasn't I pretty before lol !!

Hi Nicole. I just started my weight-loss journee and my surgery is planned in February. I work as a nurse too but only nightshift. Its a very physical job and even now before surgery quiet challenging. May i ask how long post op you were before you felt fit enough to start working again?

@nicoleislosingit

7 ай бұрын

I’m no longer working bedside, so I was back at my more admin job in a week. I would think I would have needed at least 4 weeks - maybe closer to 6 - to return to the bedside.

I have IBD & as long as I take my rx, I'm regulated. Wonder if I'll still need rx? And will it need increased?!?

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

It's so hard to know how your body is going to handle the change - make sure you work closely with your doctor and keep him/her updated on any changes so you can get your medication changed in a timely manner if needed. Nothing worse than getting backed up!

I know you don't want to hear this, but cut out those SF mints, trust... your mouth will thank you! Been there, done that.. same mints. The sorbitol/glucitol sugar alcohols & aspartame in 'em made my entire mouth feel like a$$. LOL My tummy too, tbh. If you absolutely have to have a mint, have the regular ones but less of them. Or tic-tacs.

@nicoleislosingit

7 ай бұрын

I agree with you - I have actually stopped them recently because I started getting gnarly canker sores. And I do think my breath is getting better - they were probably making the problem worse like you said!

Does the skin tighten up after a while

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

I'm hoping so! I do feel like the skin on my neck has improved a bit, so I'm cautiously optimistic. I don't think it will fully tighten up on its own though.

You don’t seem very convincing you look like you are going to cry

@nicoleislosingit

8 ай бұрын

Oh no! I was starting to get a cold - maybe that's why I seemed off?