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(Updated 22 Feb '08) Welcome all Newbies to the TT Family!
Hi there and welcome to the TT Family! As I know how intimidating this Forum can be when you first start exploring it, I thought I'd give all the Newbies a few pointers to get them started: There is an excellent Search tool on this Forum - use it before you post questions that might have been answered many times before Use the New Posts tool everytime you log on to catch up on the latest posts. These are the threads that made an impression on me: Resources - List of things you use in your WLS Journey - compiled by LisaBoston Best Advice for Pre-Op - compiled and written by LisaM How long is your "limb"? - posted by Bella RNY and Removal of Stomach - posted and brought to our attention by Corrine Pouch Rules for Dummies - posted by Baron Patrick Risks & Benefits of Gastric Bypass Surgery - posted by Suzanne Best Advice for Post-Op - compiled and written by LisaM Best Food, Best Protein, etc. for Post-Op - compiled by LisaM Zen's Tips, Tricks, and Observations..for a Newbie - posted by Zenomia Nutrition Guide from my Doctor - posted by Mike (fisher1000) Not taking your supplements is NOT okay - posted by LisaM What vitamins do you take and what is the schedule for taking them? - started by ChristyH NEWSFLASH ON VITAMINS & NUTRITION! The latest updates - posted by Beth (MiladyB) Cracking the Calcium Code - also posted by Beth The things people wish they had known beforehand - compiled by LisaM Taking meds post-op. Some things you need to know! - posted by Beth (MiladyB) Two years later - things we learn - posted by LisaM If anastomosis is too large. What can be done? (Sclerotherapy/Rose Procedure) - posted by Beth StomaphyX Procedure I have been asked to add the book "Weight Loss Surgery for Dummies" to this list. I have now read it and have to agree - it is very good to have as a reference. Another suggestion (by Toony) is "The REAL Skinny on Weight Loss Surgery: An Indispensable Guide To What You Can REALLY Expect!” Mike also pointed this freebie out to us (might only be for USA?): Free Video from Discovery Health about WLS... I feel that the following "veterans" are worth reading up on - I have not read every single word in their posts, but they've been there, done it (are doing it) and some of them have the T-Shirt to prove it: LisaBoston - Lisa's Story chilmoe - Carrie's Story MiladyB - Beth's Story JenBear7 - Jen's Journey Cinerbelle - Cindy's Story CeeCee - CeeCee's Big Adventure...average, normal, really...Thank God! fisher1000 - The Long Road.... PollyC - PollyC's Journey stakeda - Stacie's Journal medhatlady - Angie's Story Princess - Samantha's Story! AriesGirl78 - Renee's Story! QueenB - We'll see how it goes.... Gladitsme - My weight loss journal sxymac30 - Tawna's Journey JWheeler - Jeannette's Journal I've found the following links very helpful: James Ranes' Blog - Life Exhibited (Omaha Jim) My Weight Loss Adventure - WLS - Bruce Underwood - thanks Zen Surgical Methods - a few of the different Weight Loss Surgeries explained Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery Video: Gastric Bypass Surgery for Weight Loss - thanks Toony ![]() Gastric bypass surgery: What can you expect? - thanks Carrie Gastric Bypass Surgery for Obesity Gastric Band Operation Animation The Morbid Me I understand that this is what got a lot of people through the first couple of months and for some it is still a staple - Wendy's Chili Recipe - posted and improved by Michelle (aka Duckie) - haven't tried it myself but will post my thoughts shortly. Beth also brought the following website to our attention: Helpful website for eating out PS: If you are still pre-opp and have a date falling within the current month you can ask Lynda to add your name to her Staplers List (for RNY & LapBand) ![]() PPS: If you are looking for some special inspiration and want to see what exactly is possible with this tool (if you put your mind to it and are prepared to put in many hours of hard work) have a look at John and then join the Gym Rats!. PPPS: I found the following BRILLIANT!!! reply to our most hated comment: "You're taking the easy way out...": Quote:
11/02/07 - As I am now just over 5 weeks out, and the reality of this lifestyle has dawned on me, I found the following post by Zen very appropriate: End Game...why it's NOT the END!! especially Simone's reply on the 3rd page. 12/13/2007 - I am now 11 weeks out and this thread by Jeff struck a chord with me: Brutal Honesty from the Bear. 01/17/2008 - being 3 1/2 months out I faced some issues that I needed to deal with and this thread spoke to me: Is GBS like a tatoo on my forehead? 02/22/2008 - and Zen comes to the rescue again..... I am now 5 months out and have been on a plateau for the last three weeks and then, without looking for it, I found this thread: A Cry for Help...- back to basics I guess? Have a look further down in this Thread for a tip on Forum Etiquette, which will stand you in good stead to become part of this very informative, peaceful and funloving bunch of Peeps! Make yourself at home and have a great time! {{{{{{{{{{Hugs}}}}}}}}}}
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GWENNIE POOH ("TT BearLover") South African girl in UK "Brugge Babe" ![]() RNY - 26 Sep '07 Then/Now/Dream (14 May '08) - 5'7"/1,75m 121.5/87.1/80 kg -34kg 19/13.10/12˝ st -5.3st 267/192/176 lb -76lb TT Gym Rat #43 - 28 Jul '07 "I LOVE THIS LIFE!" as per Shereeks Last edited by Gwen; 02-24-2008 at 01:20 AM. Reason: Updating |
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You've picked some great threads there Gwen. Wish you were around when I was a newbie! Would have saved me a lotta work!
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I am a newbie and I really appreciate this thread! Thankyou for posting all of this information! It looks like I will be plenty busy reading up on all of this
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Thank you so much for all the links! It's been a really big help and I've printed out a bunch of it to save for after surgery advice
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Jess, LuLu & Katie - you're welcome Bumping for this week's Newbies
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GWENNIE POOH ("TT BearLover") South African girl in UK "Brugge Babe" ![]() RNY - 26 Sep '07 Then/Now/Dream (14 May '08) - 5'7"/1,75m 121.5/87.1/80 kg -34kg 19/13.10/12˝ st -5.3st 267/192/176 lb -76lb TT Gym Rat #43 - 28 Jul '07 "I LOVE THIS LIFE!" as per Shereeks Last edited by Gwen; 11-02-2007 at 07:15 AM. |
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Thank you SO much for all of the information. I am obsessed right now with learning as much as I can about GBS. I have my first appt. with the surgeon on November 19th! I can't wait. Thanks for all of the great info, and I am looking forward to getting to know you all better.
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Christina Pre-Op and Counting!!!! Pre-Op Weight: 278 Goal Weight: 155 "The world is round and the place which may seem like the end may also be the beginning." ~ George Baker |
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You're welcome Bumping for this week's Newbies
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GWENNIE POOH ("TT BearLover") South African girl in UK "Brugge Babe" ![]() RNY - 26 Sep '07 Then/Now/Dream (14 May '08) - 5'7"/1,75m 121.5/87.1/80 kg -34kg 19/13.10/12˝ st -5.3st 267/192/176 lb -76lb TT Gym Rat #43 - 28 Jul '07 "I LOVE THIS LIFE!" as per Shereeks |
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