Goal Completed on Jun 26, 08
smileyotr’s Profile
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About Me
I am 32, live outside of Cleveland OH. Love what I do, I am an occupational therapist for a large (truama 1) hospital. My specialty is traumatic brain injury. I am married (this is the 2nd go!) I have a 4 year old son who is one of my biggest fans. I had GBS on 9/20/07, best decision I have ever made.
Interests
I am a sports girl. Love to play basketball, softball. I watch football because I have to have some knowledge when I work with my patients. I am exctied to have support and be a support for all the folks who are about to have GBS.
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Recent Activity
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smileyotr replied to KGirl2’s discussion post When does this ride end? in the Gastric Bypass Surgery support group 3:26pm
I think it may depend also on how much you have to lose. I only lost 80, but started at 220. According…
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smileyotr changed their mood to Horrible 9:11am
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smileyotr gave snowboardmonkey a Hug 9:06am
I read your post, and as (once) a single mother- you need to go after him for support. Its his responsibility.…
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smileyotr replied to Sallybxx’s discussion post When did you start to feel pregnant? in the Pregnancy support group 9:04am
6 weeks on the nose. With both of them…
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smileyotr and AngelandtheDreamer are now friends 8:59am
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My biggest concern is that if I make him pay support he has parental rights. And I just don't want him in and out of the baby's life as he chooses. He's made it clear that he doesn't want this to happen, and I really don't think a child should be brought up by someone so against them. I just want the baby to feel loved and not feel like a burden, which he is making clear is how he feels about it. I know I'm going to be broke, I'll still be a student until I'm seven months along.. but I rather us be a little family, short of money, and full of love then a full family, with money, but broken.
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Thank you. I'm trying :)
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You're so cute...but remember...you're prego! Charmin commercials could make you cry! lol I'm pretty happy tho... and loving all your support and encouragement! You rock!
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Thanks hon. I will always accept hugs! I've been away from the website for awhile so I haven't seen your pics lately. Lookin' good! Keep up the great work!
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Thank you for your support!
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Support Groups
Close Gastric Bypass Surgery
I had GBS on 9/20/07. I was 220 pounds on a 5 foot frame. I was miserable inside. It was almost unbearable to get dressed up to do somewhere. Now, I have lost more than 70 pounds, and have achieved my goal of 140 pounds- by my birthday. I couldnt have done it without my friends on DS!
Treatments
- Psychotherapy Working / Worked
- I have been seeing an "eating disorder" psychologist for the past 4 months, who has helped me understand the background of food addiction. THis is the best treatment I have ever had. I have tired everything!
Close Parenting Preschoolers (3-5)
Hello- I am the mom of a 4 year old son, who is wonderful; however I feel any advice on just about anything would be helpful!
Open Obesity
I have been obese for all my life, I went to my 1st dietition at the age of 12. I am 32 now, and my weight has flucuated between 185 (my best since high school) and 270. I am not new to the topic. However, I have opted for GBS. My roots are in obesity.
Treatments
- 6 Week Body Makeover Not Working
- strange, didnt work
- Alli Working / Worked
- back in 2000. Terrible side effects. gross. I would never do that again
- Elliptical Trainer Working / Worked
- great exercise, and my MD says "best bang for your buck"
- Gastric Bypass Surgery Working / Worked
- Surgery 9/20/07- biggest side effect pain in left side. I think its working becuase I have a whole new outlook on my life long battle with obesity. I feel like I am fighting downhill rather than uphill.
- Swimming Working / Worked
- no impact, great workout. Hard to find time.
- Topamax Not Working
- not at all
- Weight Watchers Somewhat Helpful
- When your totally committed, works great. The minute I didnt fullow the plan to a T, I bombed.
Open Brain Injury
I am an occupatioanal therapist who has been in practice for 9 years, most with inpatient/ and outpatient TBI. I hope if anyone has any questions that I can help out. I love what I do and have never looked back.
Open Stroke
I am an occupational therapist, who treats people with stroke, manily on an outpatient level. I did a fair share of inpatient rehab as wel. Brain injury and stroke are my loves of life and I look forward to seeing my patients regain some of their life back. I would love to be a support for anyone who needs it.
Open Diets & Weight Maintenance
I have just had GBS (9/20/07) and am looking to get on the right track.
Open Fitness Goals
I am 32, had gastric bypass surgery on 9/20/07. I have about 50 more pounds to lose until goal. I want to tone up, build up my endurance to run a mile without passing out. Small, but large all things considered. I have always dreaded working out, and I need to adjust my attitude.
Treatments
- Elliptical Trainer Working / Worked
- It works great, however I lose motivation fast. Sort of boring.
- Swimming Working / Worked
- 9 years ago, I lost a good amount of weight, and I swam everyday. I loved it! Now, I am in a differnt place in my life where I dont have the ability to do that each day.
Open Healthy Eating
I had gastric bypass surgery on 9/20/07. I am looking to learn healthy ways of eating and learn from others.
Open Pregnancy
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