You are so beautiful and brave lady. I’ve been debating documenting my journey on RUclips too. I’m 5 weeks postop bypass but I’m so scared of putting myself out there. I appreciate the incredible example you’re setting and the information you are sharing along your journey. ❤️
Thank youu !! I will say it’s definitely difficult to put yourself out there but the response has been mostly positive so it hasnt been as scary as I thought ! 💕
Well my surgeon's office called and I'm scheduled for November 3rd! Little bummed about Thanksgiving, but then I remind myself that this will be my last obese, unhealthy Thanksgiving, and suddenly I am ALL GOOD. Thank you so much for your honesty and vulnerability during your journey. I have learned so much from you. The stuff I think is really important, but you can't get from the doctor.
I LOVE this!! Thank you so much for sharing. This is something I was worried about going into this journey but you’re positive outlook definitely puts things into perspective and like you said “I rather have loose skin, than be overweight” so true. Thank you again!
Thank you for this video!!! Gonna get wls 1st Nov and these are the types of videos I appreciate the most... lose skin is a big part of this process. Thanks again from gibraltar
This is an excellent weight loss update. Thanks for sharing what your experience with loose skin looks like and advice about how those of us considering weight loss surgery might benefit from self care prior to surgery to improve the condition and health of our skin. This is exactly the kind of detail that makes this journey easier for others. We know that it’s not easy to expose yourself this way so blessings to you Karen for being unselfish in sharing with your Subscribers!!! 👍🏾Yes, we are all here to say that you look nice and your positive weight loss is encouraging to others. 👏🏾👍🏾✌🏾
Thank you so much for sharing I think loose skin is probably my biggest nightmare I do know that it is going to happen, but I'm so excited for my upcoming surgery which will be December 9th 2022
Thanks for sharing. I have my first appointment on Friday to start this VSG journey. I'm excited and nervous! I weigh the same as you when you started.
You look AMAZING!!! I am getting surgery soon. But I know loose skin will happen, our bodies are dynamic I am looking forward to every stage of it. Thank you for sharing.
Your videos are absolutely the most real and comprehensive I've seen. You look fabulous and are doing an excellent job on your journey. My surgery is scheduled for Nov. I'm excited to see my milestones. I'll keep cheering for you and praying for continued success. Be blessed
I'm just finishing up getting my surgery clearance from my PCP to start the Surgery Prep classes. I'm so excited to start my journey and hope to have my surgery in early 2023. Your videos and so inspirational and transparent. I applaud you for your honesty and bravery! You look amazing!!! 😍😍😍
Girl I appreciate you so much for being so REAL. I am in the process of getting a sleeve hopefully in December and you are one of the top people I watch and follow. Keep kicking ass!
Awesome video. I just got my vsg this past Friday and I'm just watching all types of videos to keep me motivated because this full liquid diet is killing me softly. But I know it's temporary. Just have to keep that in mind. But I live your content. Keep it up.
I’m not gonna comment on my loose skin but I mostly hate giggling more then anything. Ugh,but I wouldn’t trade any of this for the world. Great video Karen
@@Thekarenwade My thighs were the biggest thing so as I’m losing I can tell that’s where most of the hanging skin will be. I walk and walk and walk but ummmm yeahhhhh… Giggle Giggle 😩
Hey Karen love love your videos. Very helpful and you’re so courageous for all that you show us. Im actually sitting here in the hospital as I type recovering from gastric bypass surgery 🤗🤓. I should be going home today! Let my journey begin 🥰
Great topic! I actually had a tummy tuck and lipo a couple years before my VSG surgery. Of course I wish it was the other way around! The good news is I don’t have major loose belly skin. I may get lipo in that area. I am definitely getting a breast lift! I was a 38 DDD, so the girls are hanging!! I did my consultation and thankfully a lift instead of a reduction will work for me! I’ll be 1 year post op November and plan to have my lift then!
Your video is very inspiring! I came across your channel because I typed in how to hide loose skin. I didn’t have surgery but lost a lot of weight in a short period of time and I have loose skin/fat pockets in the same area you do. I admire your self confidence because I’m the complete opposite. I’m so bothered by my loose skin but I sorta fear have surgery to repair or tighten it. I too like to wear my arms out but it’s embarrassing when I go to grab my toddler or point or just do something with my arm and I see peoples reactions I immediately draw back in shame. 😞 I espcly am uncomfortable during intimacy with my husband. 😣 Thanks for sharing your journey. I’m definitely a subbie! Best wishes to you sis! ❤
Hey lovely! 👋🏾 great video! U look amazing! I have started my process to have my VSG, I definitely subscribed to u because of the pertinent information you provide! 🤗Thx for posting! 🙌🏾
Hello I just wanted to share with you I'm halfway through my 6 months process of seeing the surgeon and psychologist and nutritionist my insurance requires me to do my last appointment will be in December and I'm very excited to start my journey my mom has been successful for 7 years on her VSG journey I just want you to know I love your videos and how honesty you have been through your journey with the good bad and ugly you have been so open with us and I thank you I'm a little nervous but i know that is normal but I'm so ready to start my journey as well but you have been such an inspiration to me and I thank you so very much
Thank you for sharing and documenting your experience for us! You’re so brave to share this. You’re an amazing woman and absolutely gorgeous inside & out.
Thanks for this video!! You look amazing! I’m not scared of some loose skin but I know my arms will also be my biggest problem area when I’m slimmer. I just had my first consultation. I can’t wait to get to where you are!
How tall are you pretty, brave lady? I'm getting a sleeve 02/2023. I'm 5'7", 250lbs max ever 265lbs. I've learned so much from you. Thank you so so much.
You're a beautiful woman and thank you so much from me for sharing this video. It was very helpful and informative information. I truly appreciate and loved this video. Blessings to you.
I feel my arms, legs and boobs will look the same and I will be getting my arms and boobs done as well but let me tell you something. If my stomach look as good as yours ain’t nobody gonna be able to tell me NOTHING!!!! Baby your stomach looks good!!!!! I didn’t have weight loss surgery just trying to do it on my own but I might consider surgery for weight loss.
I do not endorse nor sell this product I'm simply a client..it works for every part of the body even the neck and face and can help with hair loss..there are alot of video tutorials as well..it also detoxifies from the inside out
May I add 2 things to include a retinol body lotion or body wash at night 1-2x’s a week and a coq10 lotion and or supplement. Do not use the retinol the same day you are exfoliating.
Hi girl I used to have rubbing thighs and still do. My suggestion always always wear pants even PJ’s and with dresses wear support tights. My thighs have gotten much lighter. Ambi is ok but protect your skin with clothing.
Ugh you are the best doing these kinda videos! Truly you are. I have a question, now that you had the surgery is there anything different you would have had done naturally before the surgery? Like now that you have this experience what can you take from it to apply to ppl: (or to old self) trying to do it naturally? Do that make sense lol. I hope so. Also, the difference and your advice. Lol maybe a video? Lol haha 😂 I’m sorry I just love you and love the information you give. ❤️
Heyy thank youuu 💕! If I could go back I would definitely have started this skincare routine earlier and even added collagen into my diet daily so I could better prepare my skin . I did the things I do now before surgery but not as consistently as I do now. 💕
Hi lady , some people think , that after some year the surgery have some side effects can you explain about that i wAnt to do it , but i am thinking about that , if the surgery went wrong after some years then what will i can do and how will i survive in my life i will wait for your answer
Your the first person I see that also has the boil/pimples between there thighs. For me it’s a big insecurity. Once I lose all the weight I really want them to remove it.
For the pocket skin trampolín exercise is a good thing to do due to gravity this is my opinion I’m not a doctor not a nurse but is just an innocent idea I might be wrong
You are so beautiful and brave lady. I’ve been debating documenting my journey on RUclips too. I’m 5 weeks postop bypass but I’m so scared of putting myself out there. I appreciate the incredible example you’re setting and the information you are sharing along your journey. ❤️
Thank youu !! I will say it’s definitely difficult to put yourself out there but the response has been mostly positive so it hasnt been as scary as I thought ! 💕
If you do please lmk, would love to follow 💜
Did you decide to document your journey?
Well my surgeon's office called and I'm scheduled for November 3rd! Little bummed about Thanksgiving, but then I remind myself that this will be my last obese, unhealthy Thanksgiving, and suddenly I am ALL GOOD.
Thank you so much for your honesty and vulnerability during your journey. I have learned so much from you. The stuff I think is really important, but you can't get from the doctor.
I’m schedule November 15th!! Good luck
OMG! I'm 11/3 as well. I'll be beginning my 10 day liquid diet on 10/24. Good luck to you!
I’m having bypass at the end of the month. May we all have amazing journeys!
Omg me too 11/3! Goodluck 🎉
@@AshleyMariexo Good luck to you! How long is your liquid diet? Send me your contact information so we can keep in touch!
I LOVE this!! Thank you so much for sharing. This is something I was worried about going into this journey but you’re positive outlook definitely puts things into perspective and like you said “I rather have loose skin, than be overweight” so true. Thank you again!
You’re welcome 🥰🥰🥰
Thank you for this video!!! Gonna get wls 1st Nov and these are the types of videos I appreciate the most... lose skin is a big part of this process. Thanks again from gibraltar
Thank youuu 💕
BEAUTIFUL !!! Your tummy looks great! And can I just saythat jaw line those cheekbones that glowing skin, GIRL! ! 🔥
Thank youu 💕💕💕
This is an excellent weight loss update. Thanks for sharing what your experience with loose skin looks like and advice about how those of us considering weight loss surgery might benefit from self care prior to surgery to improve the condition and health of our skin. This is exactly the kind of detail that makes this journey easier for others. We know that it’s not easy to expose yourself this way so blessings to you Karen for being unselfish in sharing with your Subscribers!!! 👍🏾Yes, we are all here to say that you look nice and your positive weight loss is encouraging to others. 👏🏾👍🏾✌🏾
Thank youu 💕💕💕 it was very scary to decide to show my body but I can see it’s helping people so it’s worth it ! 🥰
I’m two weeks pre op I’m glad to find your channel.you are gorgeous.
Thank you !!! Congrats on starting your journey 💕💕
Cold showers are also good for tightening your skin. Just rinse off in cooler water than you showered in.
Very true !!
Thank you so much for sharing I think loose skin is probably my biggest nightmare I do know that it is going to happen, but I'm so excited for my upcoming surgery which will be December 9th 2022
It’s annoying but the joy you will get from finally feeling happy in your body will make the loose skin seem like nothing 🥰🥰
Thank you for sharing. This is so helpful. I am 4 months out and down 53 pounds. You are so inspiring for me.❤
Girl your stomach looks good so far! I’m considering the surgery so thanks for these informative videos 💕
Thank youu 💕💕
Thanks for sharing. I have my first appointment on Friday to start this VSG journey. I'm excited and nervous! I weigh the same as you when you started.
Good luck on your journey !! 💕💕
your amazing 👏. inner thigh discoloration team here. your brave woman. thank you
Definitely not an easy thing to expose on the internet but I just hope it’s helpful for other people 💕💕💕
You look AMAZING!!! I am getting surgery soon. But I know loose skin will happen, our bodies are dynamic I am looking forward to every stage of it. Thank you for sharing.
Thank youu ! Good luck on your journey 💕✨
Your videos are absolutely the most real and comprehensive I've seen. You look fabulous and are doing an excellent job on your journey. My surgery is scheduled for Nov. I'm excited to see my milestones. I'll keep cheering for you and praying for continued success. Be blessed
Thank youuuuu 🥹💕 . Good luck on your journeyyy ✨
Karen! i can’t stop looking at you. You look phenomenal!!! Congratulations honey! i’m so so so so so so proud of you!
Thank youu 💕💕
I'm just finishing up getting my surgery clearance from my PCP to start the Surgery Prep classes. I'm so excited to start my journey and hope to have my surgery in early 2023. Your videos and so inspirational and transparent. I applaud you for your honesty and bravery! You look amazing!!! 😍😍😍
Thank youuu !! Good luck on your journey 💕💕
I love that cellulite oil. I too just use it on my targeted areas.
But the progress is amazing. ✨
It’s probably the best I’ve tried . Wayyyy better then bio oil
Thank u for this video!!! I love how honest and transparent you are. I can’t wait till Wednesday to start this journey!!! Love your page so much!!💕💕
Thank youuu ! Good luck on your journey 💕✨
You look amazing! A little loose skin is worth getting your joy, confidence and health back. Thank you for sharing!
Definitely worth it !! Thank youu 💕💕
Thank you so much for sharing your journey with me I get my surgery October 26 I’m so scared but I know this will be a great chapter of my life
Thank youu ! Good luck on your journey ✨💕
Please do a video on the process of VSG , finding a doctor the process to surgery day.
Will do !! 💕💕
I was sleeved Sept 2nd and I love your videos. You are doing well .
Thank you !! Congrats on your journey 💕💕💕
Girl I appreciate you so much for being so REAL. I am in the process of getting a sleeve hopefully in December and you are one of the top people I watch and follow. Keep kicking ass!
Thank youuu 🥹🥹💕💕. Good luck on your journey 🥰
Awesome video. I just got my vsg this past Friday and I'm just watching all types of videos to keep me motivated because this full liquid diet is killing me softly. But I know it's temporary. Just have to keep that in mind. But I live your content. Keep it up.
It will be over soon ! Congrats on your journey 💕💕✨✨
I’m not gonna comment on my loose skin but I mostly hate giggling more then anything. Ugh,but I wouldn’t trade any of this for the world. Great video Karen
Literally not one regret 💕💕
@@Thekarenwade My thighs were the biggest thing so as I’m losing I can tell that’s where most of the hanging skin will be. I walk and walk and walk but ummmm yeahhhhh… Giggle Giggle 😩
Thank you for sharing😊You look amazing. I’m getting ready to have my VSG surgery soon. You made me feel so much better.
OMG girl you are amazing for being so open about this. You and me are identical. You and I are like identical.
Thank youuu !! I almost didn’t post this , I was scared but I’m glad I did 🥰🥰
Thanks for posting this! I am having VSG next month and I’m expecting to need a tummy tuck as that’s where a lot of my weight is carried.
Good luck on your journeyyyy !! 💕✨
Clicked on the notification quiiiicccckkkk!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Yasssss 🥰🥰🥰🥰
@@Thekarenwade thank you so much, you have been part of the inspiration for me to finally book my vsg. I can not wait.
Thank you for sharing your vsg journey with us.
🥰🥰
This was very helpful. It’s something I’m worried about going into this process. Thank you for being so open and sharing this.
No problem ! Good luck on your journey 💕✨
Hey Karen love love your videos. Very helpful and you’re so courageous for all that you show us. Im actually sitting here in the hospital as I type recovering from gastric bypass surgery 🤗🤓. I should be going home today! Let my journey begin 🥰
Yayy congrats on your surgery ! Wishing you a speedy recovery ✨✨
Great topic! I actually had a tummy tuck and lipo a couple years before my VSG surgery. Of course I wish it was the other way around! The good news is I don’t have major loose belly skin. I may get lipo in that area. I am definitely getting a breast lift! I was a 38 DDD, so the girls are hanging!! I did my consultation and thankfully a lift instead of a reduction will work for me! I’ll be 1 year post op November and plan to have my lift then!
Congrats !! Ima be team breast lift too 💕💕
Your video is very inspiring! I came across your channel because I typed in how to hide loose skin. I didn’t have surgery but lost a lot of weight in a short period of time and I have loose skin/fat pockets in the same area you do. I admire your self confidence because I’m the complete opposite. I’m so bothered by my loose skin but I sorta fear have surgery to repair or tighten it. I too like to wear my arms out but it’s embarrassing when I go to grab my toddler or point or just do something with my arm and I see peoples reactions I immediately draw back in shame. 😞 I espcly am uncomfortable during intimacy with my husband. 😣 Thanks for sharing your journey. I’m definitely a subbie! Best wishes to you sis! ❤
Hey lovely! 👋🏾 great video! U look amazing! I have started my process to have my VSG, I definitely subscribed to u because of the pertinent information you provide! 🤗Thx for posting! 🙌🏾
Hello I just wanted to share with you I'm halfway through my 6 months process of seeing the surgeon and psychologist and nutritionist my insurance requires me to do my last appointment will be in December and I'm very excited to start my journey my mom has been successful for 7 years on her VSG journey I just want you to know I love your videos and how honesty you have been through your journey with the good bad and ugly you have been so open with us and I thank you I'm a little nervous but i know that is normal but I'm so ready to start my journey as well but you have been such an inspiration to me and I thank you so very much
Thank youuuuuu 💕💕💕💕
Thank you for this. Surgery Friday and I’m about the same size as you preop (265) im terrified but I feel a little better seeing how good you look! ❤
Thank you so much for sharing!! You're looking great girl, I know this was hard to film but we appreciate it!!
Veryyyy hard but As long as it’s helpful it’s worth it 💕💕💕
@@Thekarenwade we appreciate you ❤❤❤
Thank you I have 24 more days to go before my surgery I’m really nervous about the loose skin, my arms are also the area that has been very big
Thank you for sharing and documenting your experience for us! You’re so brave to share this. You’re an amazing woman and absolutely gorgeous inside & out.
Thank youu 💕💕💕
Karen you look so good.Thank you for sharing with us,just keep going.God Bless You
Thank youu ! 💕💕
Thanks for this video!! You look amazing! I’m not scared of some loose skin but I know my arms will also be my biggest problem area when I’m slimmer. I just had my first consultation. I can’t wait to get to where you are!
Thank youuu ! Good luck on your journey 💕💕💕💕
Wow you are such an inspiration. I have been following your journey and I have to say I'm in awe ❤ thank u
You look great, thank you for sharing. I’m at 6 weeks. There’s so much to learn.
Thank youu ! Congrats on 6 weeks !! 💕✨
How tall are you pretty, brave lady? I'm getting a sleeve 02/2023. I'm 5'7", 250lbs max ever 265lbs. I've learned so much from you. Thank you so so much.
Thank youu 💕💕 I’m 5’3 ✨
OMG YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL😘💕thanks for sharing us your journey💗
Thanks for sharing! I truly appreciate your bravery! 👏🏾
You’re so beautiful!!! Thank you so much for sharing!
Thank youu 💕💕
You're a beautiful woman and thank you so much from me for sharing this video. It was very helpful and informative information. I truly appreciate and loved this video. Blessings to you.
Thank youu 💕💕
You look good. I'm in the same situation. Waiting to see how much loose skin I have after my year.
Thank you !! Good luck on your journey 💕💕
I’m getting sleeved on the 20th and I will be uploading my videos of my journey
Yasss ! Let me know when you do so I can watch !
I sure will Boo
I feel my arms, legs and boobs will look the same and I will be getting my arms and boobs done as well but let me tell you something. If my stomach look as good as yours ain’t nobody gonna be able to tell me NOTHING!!!! Baby your stomach looks good!!!!! I didn’t have weight loss surgery just trying to do it on my own but I might consider surgery for weight loss.
Great video I’m a vsg patient and u had great information thanks
Thank youu 💕💕
Your tummy looks fine ❤️❤️
Thank youu 💕
Thumbed up the video!! Much appreciated content and thank you!!!
Thank youu 💕💕
I do not endorse nor sell this product I'm simply a client..it works for every part of the body even the neck and face and can help with hair loss..there are alot of video tutorials as well..it also detoxifies from the inside out
May I add 2 things to include a retinol body lotion or body wash at night 1-2x’s a week and a coq10 lotion and or supplement. Do not use the retinol the same day you are exfoliating.
Thank youu ! I am always down to add new things to the routine ! 💕💕
@@Thekarenwade thank you for sharing your journey. I go in November and I’ve been binge watching your videos 😊
Thank you for sharing. It was very informative!
You’re welcome 🥰🥰
I am having the same issue but you still look beautiful!!!
Thank youu 💕
Thank you for sharing it is appreciated 😊. I know it isn’t the easiest thing to do.
Definitely veryyy scary but as long as it’s useful for people starting their journey it’s worth it 💕💕
Thank you i am set up my appointment this month
Good luck !!✨💕
You look great!! I have those "bat wings" too, but like you said, they can be taken care of. Keep up the good work!
They will be the first thing to go once I’m 1 year post op lol
For those considering this surgery, everyone is different. Not everyone looses weight quickly.
Well if everyone does the work, then everyone loses the weight. Hard work = results
Hi girl I used to have rubbing thighs and still do. My suggestion always always wear pants even PJ’s and with dresses wear support tights. My thighs have gotten much lighter. Ambi is ok but protect your skin with clothing.
Ugh you are the best doing these kinda videos! Truly you are. I have a question, now that you had the surgery is there anything different you would have had done naturally before the surgery? Like now that you have this experience what can you take from it to apply to ppl: (or to old self) trying to do it naturally? Do that make sense lol. I hope so. Also, the difference and your advice. Lol maybe a video? Lol haha 😂 I’m sorry I just love you and love the information you give. ❤️
Heyy thank youuu 💕! If I could go back I would definitely have started this skincare routine earlier and even added collagen into my diet daily so I could better prepare my skin . I did the things I do now before surgery but not as consistently as I do now. 💕
Thank you! You look awesome! For some reason I can only find three things on the Amazon store.. what is the name of the body oil you use?
You look great!!!
Thank youuu 💕💕
This is so amazing to see your journey! It helps me while I am considering this surgery!
I’m glad my videos have been helpful 💕💕
Well spoken
Great video!!!!
WELL imma have to step up my moisturizing routine LOL thank you for this video very helpful
It really does help !! 💕
How did you get the insurance pay for it?
May i ask when you decided to start working out? Was it when you were initially cleared to workout out or later on?
I’ve honestly only worked out like 3 times since surgery . I was cleared to work out after 1 month post op though.
Will insurance cover any of your skin removal?
Surgery in 4 days and I'm nervous abt my skin cuz I'm over 300lb, most of my weight is in my stomach 😢
Hi lady , some people think , that after some year the surgery have some side effects can you explain about that i wAnt to do it , but i am thinking about that , if the surgery went wrong after some years then what will i can do and how will i survive in my life i will wait for your answer
I can’t really answer this since I am only 6 months out . You should ask this question in your consultation 💕
Thanks
Thank you sharing.
Your the first person I see that also has the boil/pimples between there thighs. For me it’s a big insecurity. Once I lose all the weight I really want them to remove it.
U look great my arm is what I hate the most I know I'm getting cut up ain't no come back with these arms..
Same sis !! 💕💕
YOUR BEAUTIFUL 😍
Thank youu 💕💕💕
Hi how long did it take to get to ur goal weight….. I’m new an persuing weightloss surgery just have to reach my goal weight
I’m not at my goal weight yet ! I’m 190 now I’m trying to get to about 165
@@Thekarenwade before your surgery i mean
@@chelseacatchings8242 my doctor actually didn’t give me a goal weight . I know some doctors do
@@Thekarenwade yes like mine
Try dermarolling
What is VSG
Weight loss surgery . Vertical sleeve gastrectomy
Thanks for sharing
Hold on..I discovered this a few years ago . I'm getting a new one.loose skin fascia massage tools
Same sis, same
💕💕💕
How tall are you?
I’m 5’3 💕
Man I start eating carbs to slow my weight loss down you look great though
I’m going to do that too if I end up under 150 lbs 💕
❤️💯
For the pocket skin trampolín exercise is a good thing to do due to gravity this is my opinion I’m not a doctor not a nurse but is just an innocent idea I might be wrong
your tummy looks great! If i do the surgery i hope i look like you. Your very minor
Thank youu 💕💕