post surgery weigh in #7 after weight loss surgery april lauren duodenal switch

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@taylorg2320 2 күн бұрын

You look so amazing April! You're such a Disney princess, I hope you're aware of just how pretty you are!

@Jenny10644 2 күн бұрын

I agree! Amazing Lady!❤

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Aww, you are so sweet! 5 year old me dreamed of being told this, haha. ❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰😍

@doe4638 Күн бұрын

I ❤❤ her hair.

@laurenscarpa2279 Күн бұрын

Hi April! Here's a trick for broccoli... don't eat it first. Eat protein and some starch before ingesting it. It helps keep away the stomach irritation. Once your body is used to it again, then you can eat it in whatever order you want.

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Thanks for the tip! Once I am ready to brave broccoli again I will sure use it!! ❤️

@mildredlindsey3144 2 күн бұрын

HONEY, I KNOW IT GETS HARD SOME DAYS TO EAT THE SAME THINGS, BUT REMEMBER EACH MORNING GOD'S MERCIES ARE RENEWED. I ALSO LEARNED THAT WHATEVER MY MIND KEEP BRING UP IF I WAS PREPARED FOR IT I DID NOT PANIC. JUST PREPARE AND GO FORTH WITH JOY. PRAYERS.

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Aww, I love that! 🥰❤️

@powderpuff3573 Күн бұрын

I had gastric sleeve done 2 years ago and have lost 215 pounds. I’m off my 3 types of insulin medications and feel 100% healthier! I don’t even recognize myself when I look in the mirror. For the first time in over 40 years, I’m NOT obese!

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

That is soooooo wonderful!! I am so happy for you!! Thank you so much for sharing your good and successful experience with me!! Sending so much love to you! ♥

@Amy-gp7ek Күн бұрын

Scuba diving in Hawaii sounds like a dream. Congratulations on getting your spark back, your weight loss is great and should be commended but you really seem like you’re coming back to yourself 💜

@heathervangrootheest9211 Күн бұрын

You look happier every week! I really appreciate your dialogue about being depleted. Its something to consider as we are fueled by what we have already eaten. Hopefully you can figure that out and get back to doing all the fun things you like to do!

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

I’m definitely feeling better and better as I heal and get back to regular life or my new regular life, haha. Thanks so much for your sweet comment and encouragement! ❤️

@Ashley-fm6pl Күн бұрын

April you are so pretty! I'm glad you are happy with your decision. Keep up the good work!

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Thank you so much!! You are so kind! ♥

@karenlemoine1043 2 күн бұрын

You’re killing it April! I found after a recent surgery (hysterectomy) it took me 12 weeks to get any energy back, and it was limited. Like you said, it’s ok! A way I get in extra protein is I add a scoop into my Greek yogurt = 44g, and taste amazing. Get yourself a ninja creami, another amazing way to get protein in and easy on the belly. I use fair life protein shake as my base and any fruit add ins. Over here 🇨🇦cheering you on 🎉.

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

I hope you are feeling better now! That’s a good idea! I will have to look up the ninja creami! Fairlife shakes are my favorite!

@patkuykendall-weeks2617 Күн бұрын

@@AprilLaurenFairlife for the win!!

@emmamccarter4118 Күн бұрын

Hi April! I'v decided to be your silent/tandem weight loss buddy! We weigh the same now, and I did start Wegovy about a month ago and have lost 10 lbs. I'm not sure I will stay on it. It for sure has curbed my appetite. I'm just not sure I need to keep taking it. I haven't for a couple weeks and I still seem to be in control of my portions, but anyway! I'm 5 10 so a bit taller but I am trying for 165! I'll Keep posting my weight when you upload! Glad things are getting better! Anybody else want to join?

@ByeByeBelly Күн бұрын

Good luck, I'm on mounjaro

@emmamccarter4118 Күн бұрын

@@ByeByeBelly Thank you! You as well!

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

I love that you’ll do that!! I look forward to your updates, and I am rooting for you Emma!!! And sending you lots of love!

@emmamccarter4118 16 сағат бұрын

@@AprilLauren Thanks for the encouragement! I need it!

@sjean8047 Күн бұрын

Weigh in starts at 16:06

@annamarinow8840 2 күн бұрын

Hi April thank you for all of your comments I've thought about surgery myself and it's very helpful to have your perspective

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

I am so happy you find it helpful! I’m rooting for you on your health journey! Sending lots of love. 💕

@sh4577 Күн бұрын

I have my consult this week for surgery! I’m excited. But very scared. I’d really love a video on the prep before surgery, and your emotions with giving up solid food for several weeks and that whole process. That’s what I’m super worried about.

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

That is wonderful! I hope your consult goes good! That video idea is a really good one! ♥ I'm rooting for you and sending lots of love!

@michellewarren5593 2 күн бұрын

You're looking great April! ❤

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Oh thank you!🥰

@michellewarren5593 Күн бұрын

@AprilLauren of course! I was approved for VSG and I'm starting the process, so even though not the same surgery, I'm learning and relating quite a bit. So glad to see you smiling again. You always smile, but you can see the happiness in your eyes again. ❤️

@buniversum1110 Күн бұрын

You seem so much better. More energy, more confidence. Well done! You have woken up it seems

@kazzs_stitching Күн бұрын

As a general rule the focus should be protein. Broccoli was probably painful as it’s high fibre - at this early stage I wouldn’t focus on greens so much - eat the protein and take your multivitamins and you should be fine.

@Oonagh72 23 сағат бұрын

I’m so proud of you. Keep going.

@NightfallHomestead Күн бұрын

You're doing great!! I love your videos! ❤

@gamermaykittygames1055 Күн бұрын

happy to see you😊❤

@boocs20143 Күн бұрын

The way you just chucked the ball nonchalantly made me crack up! 😂 love you girl! Keep shining that gorgeous smile and soul ❤❤❤

@brittneyhouchins1167 Күн бұрын

So very proud of you!! You seem to be in such a better head space and you are just shining!! ✨

@stormiekim8005 Күн бұрын

You got this! I'm starting my weight loss journey again. Wishing you the best!

@Aurorafitgirl 2 күн бұрын

🩷 the beach clips! 🌊 Swimming is great way to build lungs for scuba. I always do kick sets w scuba swim fins too. Sometimes I walk laps too, frontward and backward.

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

I love diving so much! ❤️

@ruthmartinez4812 2 күн бұрын

I had my gallbladder removed in January and I started slow With sólida. I had lots Of liquids and soups with low sodium. And sugar feee jellos and smoothies and broths. You have to be careful not to eat solids so quick. It will affect your bowels. After about 2 months I was able To Slowly introduce sólida into my diet again. As Of today, I can’t eat certain foods because it causes bowel movements good luck on your journey! I recommend probiotics and activa yogurt for gut health

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

How are you feeling now? I hope you feel back to normal! Sending lots of love to you Ruth! ❤️

@pegasus2516 2 күн бұрын

You got this! Veggies were hard for me initially as well, but it got better!

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Aww, thanks for encouraging me! I can do romaine lettuce, asparagus and a few other veggies now. That makes me happy that it got better for you!! I hope it does for me too. 🥰

@gilliangrainger9600 2 күн бұрын

I love your video style. It's like having a chat with a good friend ❤

@krubio28 2 күн бұрын

I know!

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

I'm so glad! 🥰

@alicialacroix Күн бұрын

The audio is better, thank you!

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

So happy it is! ♥

@Unit68 Күн бұрын

Thank you for describing your WLS experience so honestly. You explain the complex recovery process in such detail, which is amazingly helpful for anyone who may be considering the same treatment. I'm wondering how you dealt with the depression symptoms that you had struggled with, or if there's a treatment plan for that side of things in place to work hand in hand with your physical recovery?

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Prosac and therapy is how I handled the depression symptoms. And, thankfully I do have sessions with a counselor who has extensive experience with bariatric patients. That is helpful. While not a required part of my surgical team's plan, I felt it would be best for me. Sending lots of love your way! ♥

@LM-rr8yj 20 сағат бұрын

Hopefully you'll be able to stomach all foods soon. I had the sleeve and I ate whatever I wanted too early but had no issues. I got to my heaviest weight after the surgery because I didn't follow the rules. Thank God I got my act together and started eating healthy and exercising. I've lost 180 lbs since I got a good personal trainer.❤ I'll be praying for you.

@Elsa_318 2 күн бұрын

Yes!! to the video. ☺ Keep it up!! you are doing good! 💕💕 Blessings💜💜💜

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Thank you! Will do!🥰❤️

@susanlester1 Күн бұрын

🎉🎉🎉🎉 You are such s lovely woman. I am always rooting for you.

@pamelakoenig777 Күн бұрын

Perhaps incorporate a green drink…such as Athletic Greens - AG1…to make sure you are getting everything that you need since eating salads, kale, and broccoli causes disress…and…you are amazing in how you do not give up!…Looking bright - very happy that you are back!

@reneebekas8977 2 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for coming back to share this new chapter of your journey. I’m so excited for what’s to come and can’t wait to celebrate with you as you reach your goals! Question, how long do the bouts of pain last when you eat too much or have foods that don’t agree with you?

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Luckily I have avoided overeating. I always stop when I get my first hunger cues. The broccoli incident lasted a few hours. And, that one time I drank too much too fast while I was on the phone with my Mom, it lasted 10-15 minutes, I think. It didn't last long at all.

@tunecouture Күн бұрын

You don’t need to give up broccoli. A lot of foods will disagree with you temporarily. Keep introducing them at intervals. Don’t overthink it. You’ll be afraid of every food otherwise

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

That's great advice!♥

@tunecouture 14 сағат бұрын

@@AprilLauren you’re doing so good ☺️

@heathereton5582 Күн бұрын

I feel like going from liquids to solids is rough. I’d be tempted to stay in the mushy food stage.😂

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

It definitely was!❤️

@cindynieschalk7155 Күн бұрын

Yay!!!! ❤ step by step friend

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

♥♥♥

@JustMeLati Күн бұрын

You Are So Pretty April!!! Love You ♥

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Aww, thank you so much! ♥♥♥

@melissalynn353 Күн бұрын

Love love love that you’re diving! It’s so beautiful down there! What certs do you have? I got my open water in January! I’ve only been diving off Maui!

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

It's so wonderful!! We have SSI Open Water and we did a couple specialty courses. That's so cool! I hope to dive in Maui eventually!! I love it so much! ♥

@T2C47 Күн бұрын

Great video! I can tell you're starting to get more comfortable with vlogging again. You're doing great. I'm looking forward to seeing some of your adventures, if you're planning on sharing that kind of stuff, not sure. Are you going to start showing other things or just these sit down catch ups? Take care! 💜

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Thanks so much! I am definitely feeling more comfortable. 😍I’m sure I’ll do some vlog like videos like I used to share. Thursday’s video I’m sharing a dive my husband and I did. ❤️

@T2C47 Күн бұрын

@@AprilLauren oh that's a awesome! I've never been, but I love watching videos from under the sea, it always looks so beautiful and serene. 😊 💜

@Pollyanna_Nielsen 2 күн бұрын

Congratulations! I wish I could lose 1kg in a week :) People don't realize how big a deal it is. Keep up the good work!

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Thanks so much Pollyanna!! ❤️

@gamermaykittygames1055 Күн бұрын

yes i feel bloated after greens i think that it takes a bit to break it downand also I think if you eat a certain way your body will adjust. Just wishing you all the best❤

@janetcollins7939 Күн бұрын

You r doing amazing!! Congrats!! What r ur protein goals each day? I struggle with mine as well….i have lost 130 lbs & am now in maintenance, but struggle with getting enough protein in due to my IBD….so proud of you!!

@reg1380 2 күн бұрын

Hi April! I’m so happy that you are back and killing it!

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Thank you! 😍

@strangertobluewater Күн бұрын

Green powder for the greens? It might satisfy the craving .

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

That's a good idea! ♥

@tiffanylikestodance4452 Күн бұрын

As far as craving greens, I so get that 😅 I’ve never craved a salad in my life… until I was on blood thinners for a bit and couldn’t have vitamin K. I think it’s some subconscious urge to rebel or something 😂 also I am cracking up at “Mr. Clean Aquaman” 😂

@MultiDragonfly17 2 күн бұрын

Can you try making a smoothie with the leafy greens?

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

I haven’t tried kale or spinach yet, maybe I’ll start with a smoothie version of them first. That’s a good idea!! 🥰

@tammycarnevale4765 4 сағат бұрын

I am 15 months post op from RNY and can't tolerate lettuce, rice and sugar. But it is fine and I'm down 145 pounds. Be careful with things like Cheese its, at least for me they were triggers. If I want to eat more slider foods are essy and actually I can eat without thinking which is relaxing and "fun", but not good. I know you will, but always remember your why.

@izzyp2754 Күн бұрын

Why did they remove your gallbladder?

@LM-rr8yj 20 сағат бұрын

Taking bariatric vitamins has helped me. My surgeon has me on them and I never stopped taking them. It's called Bari-Liquid Force.

@heathereton5582 Күн бұрын

Can you make smoothies with kale and such? Just so you get those nutrients?

@sarahmcmillan9451 Күн бұрын

Would you share more about why your gallbladder was removed at the same time? I’m getting mine removed soon 😳

@heatherstein9576 2 күн бұрын

broccoli is a hard to digest veggie. Its not recommended for anyone with IBS, dyspepsia, or other intestinal issues

@pollyanna5354 2 күн бұрын

Yeah I learned that the hard way 🤦‍♀️

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Broccoli is my favorite! (Was my favorite…) that was so painful, it makes sense that it’s recommended to avoid it in those circumstances and in mine. ❤️

@dfuk66 Күн бұрын

Always beautiful eff the haters

@Alertse Күн бұрын

Yeah I have gut issues and even well cooked I can struggle with cruciferous veggies like broccoli Brussel sprouts cabbage etc hurts so bad when it bloats.

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

I love Brussel sprouts!! I haven't tried them yet though.

@Alertse Күн бұрын

@AprilLauren I would suggest trying small qauntity well cooked (roasted or something) on their own no other food. I found after a flare up this was easiest way to ease myself back in to tougher to digest foods. That way if I bloated my stomach didn't already have food in it making it worse.

@deliahiggs1752 2 күн бұрын

👍🏾👌🏾 keep doing your best ❤

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Thank you, I will 😍❤️🥰

@tinak8081 Күн бұрын

I bought protein gel packs they have 15 grams. I will take one of those if I'm short of my protein. It's just if I have eaten stuff that doesn't just make the protein mark but I can eat another thing or I'm on the run. Great job ! Thanks for sharing the broccoli 🥦 experience I haven't had broccoli yet..I live broccoli!😢

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Oooh, I'll have to look into those gel packs! Rooting for you and sending lots of love! ♥

@tinak8081 Күн бұрын

@AprilLauren the brand I like is LiqualCel 16 g protein. I buy the mutilation flavor pack. Keep some in my purse.

@tammycarnevale4765 3 сағат бұрын

I have only had one accident at work and that was because I had a stomache bug and my surgery (15 months po) has just made any stomach issue worse.

@stellasfarmlife2465 2 күн бұрын

You may just be craving fresh, uncooked, crunchy food. It might not mean you’re malnourished.

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

True 😊

@powderandpaint14 Күн бұрын

Yes, if she's taking supplements she won't be malnourished at all.

@cheerupbrighteyes Күн бұрын

Not related to the video - are you wearing lipstick? I am looking for a natural color and if you are whatever you’re wearing is flattering. Please share!

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Yes! I think I was wearing something my sister sent me. It's Dragun Beauty Matte lipstick in Pinky Mauve: amzn.to/45Kbuyh

@kaseypb 23 сағат бұрын

It is different each time Sometimes broccoli gets stuck for me too. Usually if I chew it to oblivion it’s better. 🤷🏻‍♀️ but you’ll get the hang of it as you learn your new body! 👍😉

@jessie_murtonxox762 2 күн бұрын

❤

@jenniemoore8356 Күн бұрын

I had the same experience with broccoli. It’s not a good option for a smaller stomach

@juliavessels 14 сағат бұрын

Will you ever go back to the vlog style of videos that you used to film?

@kathybennett8718 Күн бұрын

Hi April! You're doing great 🥰,((🙏))

@andrealauren6645 2 күн бұрын

💜💜💜

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

❤️

@jennbutterfly4448 Күн бұрын

You might be able to have kale in a smoothie with protein

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

I haven’t tried Kale yet, but I have done romaine lettuce and Bok Choy 🥬 When I try kale and spinach I think I’ll do that! ❤️

@rosebun6270 Күн бұрын

You will find that some days you will not be able to eat some foods that you are the week before. I know I had some fresh salmon one week , but tried it again the next week, but my tummy decided it no longer liked it, I suffered a lot. of pain. That is after years later from my surgery also some food will give you gass.

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

That’s so true! It’s so interesting and not going to lie… it can be a little scary, haha.

@rosebun6270 6 сағат бұрын

@@AprilLauren At first it can be scary, but you will become used to how your tummy reacts to different foods. I even found food I hated before WLS I loved after the surgery. LOL. Enjoy the experience, sweetie. 👍

@kattiderouchie4988 2 күн бұрын

❤❤❤

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

😍

@loriv828 Күн бұрын

The sound was fine, I think.

@krubio28 2 күн бұрын

You are doing so great! Scuba diving is very adventurous. I hope to see some underwater pics with all those Hawaiian fish!

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

I love scuba diving so much!! ❤️❤️❤️

@shellymac7597 2 күн бұрын

You look really good. . It's horrible that you have to do trial and error to see what your body tolerates.

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Thanks so much Shelly! I definitely did not have a good time with the broccoli, but I am grateful to be able to introduce foods slowly... while sometimes it's awful (broccoli), it's also been interesting.

@JB-ic9xl Күн бұрын

Craving kale and salad sometimes means you body needs iron.

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

That’s one of my worries, I’ll be getting my labs soon, so we shall see. Even before surgery I sometimes had low iron.

@cateyedcrystal931 Күн бұрын

If you do wanna try brocolli I would roast it. I get bloated from steamed but not roasted.

@ByeByeBelly Күн бұрын

Maybe she could boil and mash it

@jenzen5302 2 күн бұрын

Thats one way to lose weight, be afraid to eat... I do not agree with taking organs out, rerouting etc. It always comes with causing other problems. It's the prepackaged, salt laden food we eat. You're such a strong woman. You were doing a great job first time around. I think having a support group is important for our mental health and even physical health. I'm wishing you the best with this new journey

@sh4577 Күн бұрын

Good thing it’s not your body or your organs. This is so rude. She clearly did tons of research, and worked with a medical team. Please explain away all the scientific data and studies that show that weight loss surgery is effective? I’ll wait.

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your encouragement and for sharing your thoughts! Sending lots of love your way! ❤️

@jenzen5302 Күн бұрын

@@sh4577 I've been subscribed to April's channel and a supporter from the start. Because I have an opinion I'm being rude? It's really rather ironic that you say that. I've done my research and wouldn't say anything if I didn't know. I think you should do some research 😊 I never said it isn't effective. Of course it's effective...

@sh4577 Күн бұрын

@@jenzen5302 it’s quite amazing that people still think that “having opinions” is equal to saying facts. You can have all the bad opinions you’d like, but you’re not free from being called out on them. That’s part of having uninformed opinions and sharing them with others. I must have missed the part when April asked if people agreed with her well informed medical choices…? Would you like to specify when she asked for that input?

@sh4577 Күн бұрын

@@jenzen5302also, please enlighten me on your “research”.

@SunshinyDay4423 Күн бұрын

I can't eat, brussel sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage. There's lots of vegetables I can't eat. I mostly eat rice, potatoes and meat!

@powderandpaint14 Күн бұрын

How about cooked carrots?

@SunshinyDay4423 Күн бұрын

@@powderandpaint14 Yes carrots, peas, beets. I can handle iceberg lettuce. Beans, chick peas, a little oatmeal.

@kellenicamacho2689 Күн бұрын

It's called dumping syndrome I would to stay to soft food

@TheSevenLands Күн бұрын

If you don't like killing the fish, don't pay someone else to do it for you because you're still causing that death. Please don't catch and release either- imagine the immense pain of having a hook go through your cheek and then just having to deal with that pain, no painkillers or stitches to help. That is so cruel.

@AsMr-km6ex Күн бұрын

I approve 👏horrified by animal agriculture 8 years ago, had my eyes open randomly on a KZfaq vid. Wish I’d gone vegan sooner xox

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

I appreciate your tender heart and your comment. ♥

@tineyjolangley882 2 күн бұрын

where are your what i eat in a day's and exercise videos

@AprilLauren Күн бұрын

I have just eased back into making videos. It’s been a process. I am sure I’ll branch out and do those again when I feel more comfortable filming that way. 🥰

@tiffanylikestodance4452 Күн бұрын

@@AprilLaurenno rush! Take the time you need to heal ❤ I’m so excited to see your progress over the next weeks, months, years. You got this ❤

@ByeByeBelly Күн бұрын

Couldn't exercise at this point, you could tear your stitches.. couldn't eat much

@katrinap4447 Күн бұрын

I eat foods that only have one ingredient. I am doing the carnivore diet but I do have cheese a few times a week and when hungry I eat a non sugar beef stick.