My Changing Perceptions on Body Types
One thing that has taken me by surprise since losing 70 kilos is just how bony my chest is. I had been overweight for as…
Head Issues
Starting a New Job After Gastric Bypass
Right at the end of November I started a new job. Technically this is the second time I’ve started a new job since my surgery…
Beware, The Internet ….
I was inspired to write this post by a comment that was left on my blog. I love getting interaction with my posts on my…
My Wedding Dress Five Years On
I think one thing that’s a bit of a right of passage for anyone after they have gotten married is the wondering if their wedding…
Hair Loss After Gastric Bypass
One thing that seems inevitable no matter what kind of bariatric surgery you have is hair loss. The amount of hair loss and how long…
Getting back on track after the holidays
It’s easy to fall back into some not so great eating patterns over the holiday period when routines are out-of-order and you are surrounded by…
Tips For Eating Slowly
The food related rule I have to stick most closely after having my gastric bypass is the one about eating slowly. I occasionally have food…
Why Even Consider Weight Loss Surgery?
It has just occurred to me that I've posted this post on my birthday. In terms of presents and gifts this is the best gift…
Laparoscopic RNY Gastric Bypass and Scars
I had my gastric bypass done laparoscopically. What this means is that instead of being opened right up to have my surgery done I had five…
Goals!
For me pre surgery the biggest thing that was on my mind in relation to my gastric bypass surgery was my goal weight and if…