MBatten

Hi there everyone!

I had my surgery a year ago, and have pretty much reached my goal. I feel great, have no health issues, and am trying to get pregnant. I have not had any children, and was on birth control for 10 years (the entire time I've been married). I guess my husband and I are just latecomers to the process, but honestly, we haven't felt ready for it until now (and boy, when you're ready, you're ready!). Good news is, we're both in good health, and I've made significant lifestyle changes in the past few years that will ensure a healthy environment for a baby.

Anyway, we've just started trying, so I'm not too worried yet about it, but I wondered about a few things.

One, I got a prenatal vitamin from my OB/GYN, but it is like a horse pill. I am concerned about digesting it. I saw the related thread on vitamins, so will be asking my doctor for a liquid or chewable version of prenatals. I have fabulous insurance, so I'm pretty sure I'll get that covered, even if it's not a regular prescription. Any other thoughts on things I should be concerned about in that arena?

Two, I have lost 120lbs., and have lots of loose skin, like so many people do. I am not going to have plastics done since we're trying to get pregnant, but I wondered if anyone found that their skin regained any elasticity after pregnancy? Might be just wishful thinking on my part, but I was hoping that after birth, my skin might respond by going back even farther than it is now. Just wondering if anyone has experienced this or not.

I'm really excited! This is another step on my journey of leading a more fulfilling and rewarding life. I look forward to hearing some of your experiences of having a baby after WLS (especially if it's your first baby!).

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Melissa Batten
Surgery Date: Jan. 9th, 2007
Surgery/Current/Goal
270/131/145?
5"4'