Week 10 Weigh in and Update video after weight loss surgery | april lauren

[@onairwitherika4644]

I had VSG in 2016. Lost 160 pounds. Had my son a few years later and gained 60. Im now only 20 lbs away from my lowest weight again. Weight loss surgery was the best decision of my life.

[@malvernufntigp394]

Is it still helpfull with cravings and the feeling of Hunger after gaining weight back? Or do you feel like you are like back before surgery mental wise concerning food? This info would be very helpful

[@karenharju6919]

Yeah you!!!!!!!!

[@ladybirdlee3058]

I had VSG in 2011 and it was also the best decision of my life, even though I have had periods of regain, I have been able to lose it. VSG gave me a barrier to prevent complete regain and stop me from getting bigger and bigger.

[@jonap5740]

You are looking great, April, and more importantly, sounding great. Enjoy your family, and yes please do "prioritize yourself", as the saying goes.

[@Kindahush]

Every time I see a new post from you, I'm happy. I really missed you, and I'm thinking of you on your journey. My husband and I just finished a bike ride across the state of Iowa called RAGBRAI. Years back, when I was 248 pounds (I'm 5'1"), I probably would have laughed at someone telling the future me now, at age 61, that I'd experience this adventure. But - having had gastric bypass in 2009, my life changed for the positive, and here I am today. Enjoy every moment of your journey, and I'm so glad that you are doing things your way and moving forward. You are an amazing human, April, and you definitely succeed at making the world brighter. Love you. ❤

[@gypsyheartsouls]

Lovely to hear your natural rambling news. Your face has slimmed down so much. Have fun with your visitors and projects. Remember to have some "Me Time" relaxing times too. Get a massage, have a bubble bath, and schedule in your blocks of indulgent reading time. Happy Rejuvenating! 💜💙💚💫 oh, I keep forgetting to thank you. I guess it's been a couple of years ago now, when you were doing your mile for time walks, I was inspired to start walking every day... so I often think of you when I do my 20 min morning walks. I find that just those short but regular walks set me up for a good day, and my body feels more like moving for the rest of the day. So thanks heaps! 💓💓💓💓💓

[@switt3203]

🩷🩷🩷 so happy for you, you’re doing fantastic and so happy your sister and niece are coming, have a fantastic time together!🥰

[@AprilLauren]

Ugh, I can't Wait for them to get here!! I am so so soooooo excited! My niece is so adorable and excited to be here. Thanks for your sweet comment! It made me smile!!! 🩷

[@switt3203]

@@AprilLauren ❤️

[@rachaelnuchols764]

Hey April ❤. Sorry you are missing your husband. Glad your sister and family coming. Enjoy yourself and really be good to yourself ❤

[@susanlester1]

April, I second what this lovely subscriber of yours posted!❤😊

[@rachaelnuchols764]

@@susanlester1 ❤

[@AprilLauren]

Aww, thanks Rachael!! I can't wait to see them! Sending lots of love! 🩷

[@conniesmith3922]

April, you sound like the April I remember. You are glowing and positive about yourself. Love it. 🩷 Get going on the garden and have fun.❤❤❤

[@momstruction]

Thank you for posting right on time! I was sitting here struggling to stay on my eating plan tonight!

[@AprilLauren]

Aww, I hope you stayed strong! Sending lots of love!! 🩷

[@karenquick8737]

April, it's so good to see you again. I'm wishing you the very best! ❤

[@gailstorm8622]

April, I hope you're enjoying time with your family, and bought a goat. 🐐 Missed you last week, pretty lady.

[@AprilLauren]

Our visit was so wonderful! No goat, but I hope to get one... one day!! Hahah.

[@gailstorm8622]

Awesome! 🐐🐐❤️

[@erins41]

I’m so happy you’re back & doing videos ❤

[@AprilLauren]

Aww, thanks Erin!! 🩷

[@sandraorton6061]

Hey April, I've lost and gained and gone through the cycle again and again. And was wondering about how you manage your wardrobe as you've moved so much while going through it all. You always look so beautiful, at all sizes, and part of that is your wonderful taste in clothes. So happy you share your journey with us!

[@chloeincontext8944]

I’m sorry after all the change with moving your husband still has to be deployed. But it’s absolutely wonderful to see you HAPPY☺️

[@sarahbrownstein3783]

I love love love how candid you are. So relateable. Love joining on your journey! And I'm SO excited to see your Zinnias once they've grown! We have a Zinnia garden, and it brings me so much joy every time I go in and out of the house.

[@gildaparodi-swords5623]

I also love zinnias and just transplanted 31 from my pots to the garden. April, you look great and sound super happy. You appear more relaxed.

[@Elsa_318]

🌼Hi April!🌼 Love your videos!🫶 Before you know your husband will be home 😊 -> enjoy the time with your sister and niece. Blessings 💜💜💜

[@AprilLauren]

That's so true!! And, thanks so much for your sweet comment! Sending lots of love! 🩷

[@AnnetteCoombes]

Had my first blood check today and my B12 today . Just got home from Italy and stayed the same . So many people today said how good I’m looking . Your face looks so much happier and relaxed . Hugs and love 💖💝

[@amandadavies..]

My closest library was right next to my school, so when I was old enough to walk to school alone (10 minutes away from my house) I'd go in there most days before I went home, and also other times when I wasn't at school. It was my 2nd home.

[@laylasgoldenlife7672]

Oh my goodness I used to watch your videos, and then sort of lost you, I guess. I just had VSG one year ago on the 29th. I’ve been overweight/obese/morbidly obese since I was a preteen. My high weight was 330lbs when I was pregnant and I now weigh 160lbs. 😭😭🫶🏼 Anyways, so cool that you decided to have WLS as well. Looking forward to watching your journey again.

[@Ridelesdowne]

I love libraries because it gives me a deadline to finish a book, I never do otherwise lol :)

[@jmknudsen5357]

Yea! Happy to be here.

[@AprilLauren]

Aww, hi friend!!!

[@jenniferdavis6608]

I also have tried the keto lifestyle because it was suppose to be better for diabetics, it worked for the first 2 months, then my sugars went insane and started up nearly to 900. My dr said for whatever reason keto made my blood sugar worse instead of better. I had to go off of it immediately because I ended up hospitalized from my sugars being so high. And yes, I did the clean keto, not the dirty keto with all the bad sweetners.

[@tessgoff4816]

Absolutely love your memories of biking to the library… I used to do that too. A good reminder to do that again. Or take the nephews there. What beautiful places and memories of libraries. I would read there, book mark books put them back on the shelf and come back and read them there. I just always loved being in them.

[@Erin_C1010]

Thanks for the update! 💕

[@tiffanylikestodance4452]

💗 I get so happy seeing you happy. You are such a spot of sunshine and it’s contagious (in the best way 😅). I’m so happy to hear that everything is going well and you have some fun family time planned. Your husband will be back in no time 👍 take this time to set good routines, explore a little, and set aside dedicated time to rest as well. By the way, I loved your library “rambling” 😂 I also have similar childhood library memories. Libraries and librarians are the best ❤

[@kirstiannalombardi]

Girlie it sounds like you are going to be BUSY! All your plans and goals really inspire me. I want to get our yard/garden looking nice too. Also, I like to do a good chunk of my reading while on the stationary bike 😊 let us know what you’re reading and enjoying! I could always use some recommendations Keep killing it! 🥰

[@sh4577]

I had my consultation and have scheduled most of my appointments for my nutritionist, labs, X-ray, EKG, endoscopy, etc that I need. My insurance require three months on a nutritionist supervised diet plan so I’m hoping by the new year I will have surgery scheduled! I decided on a traditional bypass and not the sleeve due to reflux. I know three months will fly by but it seems so far away!

[@claudiasandiego4193]

My sister has chickens! They are the best eggs. They are huge, the chicken run is getting expanded. You will love the chickens 🎉💖

[@gailstorm8622]

@claudiasandiego4193 My sister has chickens, too! The kids love them.

[@hawthornekj]

Proud of you April!❤

[@AprilLauren]

Aww, thanks so much! 🩷

[@jessicacarter6353]

❤❤ so happy to seeing you regularly again

[@nikkistaino1418]

You’re doing great! Keep up the good work. Love hearing your progress.🩷

[@AprilLauren]

🩷🩷🩷 Thanks so much for the encouragement!

[@AbilityToBeAwesome]

lol the goat would help with with the weed situation! I vote Goat! 😂

[@AprilLauren]

Right?! I want one sooo bad!!

[@gkoshiro]

Aloha April!! You are doing so great:) I am happy to see you adjusting well to your new way of lifestyle. keep it up!! Im routing for you 🎉🎉

[@BettyHorn]

I had wls in 2003. I didn't have good follow up and my doctor left town under suspicious circumstances. But that was a long time ago. I am now seeking a really good bariatric doctor, because my last one spoiled me but now she's retired. I didn't always have a smooth ride, but I learned a LOT! And the only reason my weight is out of control now is the steroids they gave me for months due to covid and asthma. Now I just have to concentrate on getting the 30 pounds off that I gained during that time. Wls can be a great thing, but it is only a tool, just like all the rest of the things I need to employ. I am grateful because I'm healthier than I was. Thank you for your inspiration!

[@LynnStAubin-od5qe]

You mentioned Libby. I have been downloading audio books to use in the car and as I do housework. Then I always have at least another book or two beside my bed or chair that I read. I love my library and Libby.

[@marciavaldez7767]

❤ You are doing so great. Keep on moving forward and caring for yourself.

[@catharrell8653]

My surgery was scheduled on July 3. I’m 3/4 weeks post op. I’m currently stalled at 268.

[@powderandpaint14]

It's very early, you won't stay stalled. Just keep going and follow your doctor's advice.

[@CK1000ism]

I wish more people knew how much the public library offers online!

[@mariajun8672]

You are doing so good April. Would love to see more vlogs from you. Maybe you can vlog more about what Life in Hawaii is like. Places you like to go to, things you like to do etc. 😊 ❤

[@dscrerar1111]

Hi April. I read a lot. I mean, I can become obsessive. I use it both for enjoyment and distraction. It can stop me from doing things. Anyway, I recently found an app that's fun and focussed on self care. I dont normally go for apps, but this one is great. You can use it in the free or paid version. I use the free version. You pick your goals, and you set the pace for self care. It is really good for mental health and loving yourself. It's a cute little finch that grows with you. It's called Finch self care. I would recommend it. 😊 You look and sound good. I love your garden ideas. Have you considered raised planters?😊

[@MissouriCrookedBarnHomestead]

I love your videos and I second those that have mentioned how much you have changed. You should get some chickens, they are wonderful for the soul...and the eggs. I didn't realize how late you can plant in Hawaii. My knowledge of gardening there is slim to none. My garden here in Missouri is exploding! Everything is doing so much better than when I was in Cheyenne WY.

[@chericebt4332]

Just wanted to say you look good. Stay well April

[@marieweaver3325]

I’ve my surgery scheduled for the 9th! Also for the duodenal switch. 😊 Your videos are so great to see! Getting your perspective week by week is great! I start my pre op diet Friday. Anything you’d recommend to help with cravings?

[@gailstorm8622]

Best wishes! 🎉

[@AprilLauren]

Oh goodness, I am so excited for you! I will be praying your surgery goes smoothly as does recovery and all of the prep. The pre-op liquid diet was hard with the cravings. Lots of water! And just know the cravings are coming, and it is okay to not give into them. Remind yourself you want to do everything you can for a smooth operation and that is the why behind the liver shrinking diet.. .to protect your organ and help prevent complications. Then after there will be a lot of pain, but maybe take comfort in this.... I know there was pain... but I am only 3 months out and I cannot remember the pain at this point. It was so temporary. Oh take pictures!!! Take so many pictures so you can see your progress as the months tick by!!! There is also a duodenal surgery support group on Facebook I found helpful. And, probably most importantly take all the guidance your bariatric team gives you very seriously.... follow their guidance regarding your surgery... There is such a huge variance surgeon to surgeon. I hope all that is helpful!! I am rooting for you!! And, I'm sending lots of love!!

[@manuelahrasky8472]

April does not owe any of us anything; she is free to post as and when she wants. Having said that, given her past history, I am concerned that her current silence signals that her weight loss has stalled. She should feel OK about this, it happens, but I worry that April becomes consumed with shame. As someone who has struggled with her weight all her life, I know the pain and shame of announcing ‘this is it!’ and then ‘failing’. I think April is a very vulnerable young woman, prone to depression and self-loathing. As a psychiatrist, I wish she would leave KZbin and do this privately while also getting really good therapy. I wish her the very best.🩷

[@Giuliaserena_]

Have a nice week April! 💖

[@krishughes4003]

I love Libby! I’m cheap and hate paying for books … 😂 I have pretty much switched to listening to audiobooks. One reason is that I can do other stuff like clean while I listen. 😊 You are doing awesome! Keep up the good work!

[@cindywittenberg7316]

Hope you are well, worry when you disappear. Hope you are happy and enjoying family time.

[@elisaschaffer2423]

I have many happy memories of the library too! thanks for that walk down memory lane. FYI i plant pumpkins in July to be ready for October just water

[@afo7266]

💗 Cheering for you! 😊

[@LS-um3zq]

💗 So glad that things are going well. It's good to keep busy also.

[@patriciapalm6013]

Hi April, Thanks for sharing your journey! You are Loved sooo so much! 💓💓💓💓💓

[@8yearsago153]

I'm so happy for you! 💗

[@christyenfield467]

April-Military Spouse here. Sometimes it’s rougher when they are “gone” and not on deployment. KEEP yourself busy…….

[@gailstorm8622]

Nice video, April! Glad you're doing well! 🎉

[@AprilLauren]

Thanks so much Gail! Sending lots of love! 🩷

[@rebeccamtb]

Can’t wait for Hawaii vlogs 🩷

[@pandaloves17]

My scale is broken lol so no idea how my weigh ins are doing. But I do need to get up and do my measurements as today is the day I do those. I love your ramblings and I had no idea that libraries had online stuff! My 6 year old and I love our library a lot so we just go in and get stuff and do programs they have for him mostly

[@rhondabozeman7089]

So good to hear from you 💕

[@brookereedy4155]

💗

[@freckles2437]

So glad to see and hear you so happy and positive 💗. Jo UK 🙂

[@risabee6312]

Looking great! I could see a difference in your face on the thumbnail. Side note, I would pull the weeds rather than poison them… you mentioned that you plan on planting seeds so it’s just a thought. Herbicide is awful for pollinators and other beneficial insects, as well as birds.

[@heathereton5582]

You look great! Rooting for you! 💕💗

[@michaelagray1342]

Missing your videos. I hope everything is OK. ❤

[@8yearsago153]

There's rules against taking the chickens? I would be in so much trouble. I'd have been trying to take a mama hen and babies home with me! 😂 They looked hungry and hopeful.

[@AprilLauren]

Haha, right?! From what I understand, you aren't supposed to take them... but... if you have a chicken coop and they wander in and make home, that's okay. Then they are yours. But, all I know really is hearsay, haha. 💗💗💗

[@robayre]

Yay! Thank you for the update :D

[@samwright8599]

Really proud of you xx I've cut sugar. First 2 weeks were so hard but I'm enjoying my bum fitting in my knickers now 😂 xxxx

[@user-kh5wi7xk7h]

The foods stayed with the body😂❤ yes! I am convinced that’s the case as I am the same!! And other people can just enjoy a normal lifestyle whithout getting fat and we have to control every bite!! Huggs 🫶🤗

[@powderandpaint14]

That's not really true, people who are a healthy weight don't enjoy things in excess, that's why their weight stays stable.

[@at4018]

this is one of the sweetest kindest people I have seen on KZbin, bless you! Xxx 💖

[@lorriemangum6734]

You look so happy.🩷

[@alyciairlbeck3640]

This is a little unrelated but do you like being a yoga instructor? Would you recommend it to other people? You seem much happier since going back to work and I really want a job that makes me happy

[@maryhardison2840]

❤ you've got this!!!

[@terpette1]

Does it bother anyone else that she's disappeared again?

[@tabithabrown8963]

Yes. I understand life is busy. No judgment. I just thought the pre-recorded content would make it easier.

[@creativebea]

NO.

[@terpette1]

Bypass doesn't work for everyone - it's not always the solution people are looking for. I just *really* want it to work for her, as I suspect April would find it devastating if she went through all of the discomfort one goes through with bypass, as didn't get the results she had hoped for. Looking at past experience, when April disappears, it's normally because something has gone wrong. I just hope *this* is not *that*. It really bothers me that she's gone quiet.... Hopefully she'll pop back up shortly and all will be well. Hoping this silence is a big nothing.

[@marymccarthy2533]

I was thinking about her. Hope she is ok. There is a week 11 check in. She was very sick so hope she is feeling better 🙏🫶🙏

[@heidithepotter2479]

She can see your comments. If you actually care about her well being don't talk about her like she isn't able to see, ask after her well being. She doesn't owe you anything, she is human and weightloss and life is hard and she is incredibly vulnerable with sharing this. You think she doesn't already feel bad that she struggles being consistent? Treat her like a human, this content is free to you and she probably makes very close to nothing on it herself.

[@AnnetteCoombes]

Just checking in hope you’re ok . Looking forward to your next video . Xx

[@secondspring4613]

I just had the gastric sleeve a week and a half ago. Still lots of pain, but otherwise it's going well.

[@chloeincontext8944]

I looooove Libby!💕

[@carolinejohn4537]

Wow, that was quite a ramble.....😮ckickens, library, pumpkins, books, projects glad about the weight loss and your visit by sister and neice though, that'll be great for you. Good luck on all the projects

[@simoansays4820]

Sending good vibes

[@susanlester1]

So happy you are doing so well! I know you are missing your husband, keep your heart on Jesus. He is the only one who can fill any void we have. God bless you lovely lady❤😊❤

[@AprilLauren]

Awww, thanks so much Susan!! I love that advice!! So true! Sending lots of love! 🩷

[@terrisserose]

Where is week twelve?

[@gailstorm8622]

She mentioned a visit from her sister. I hope that explains her absence.

[@AprilLauren]

Week 11 and maybe week 12 will be up next week. I've been busy lately with work, life and a family visit. Hope you are well! And sending lots of love your way!

[@terrisserose]

@@AprilLauren !!!! I am so glad to hear that you are taking time for the things that matter

[@terrisserose]

You're not imagining it! Libraries are different here in the pnw

[@meganf9964]

You are doing great April💖. You said you lived on the coast in WA. Did you live on Whidbey Island?

[@dfuk66]

Good for you ❤🎉🎉🎉

[@AprilLauren]

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[@BlossomHomemaking]

💕💕💕

[@cindylewis7072]

Great video ❤

[@BallroomJenni]

Where in Washington did you live?! I grew up in Federal Way. Also I loooove reading. My goal is 70 books this year, I am halfway there! Would love to hear what you are reading/reviews 💗

[@marlene1708]

I love the libby app. Let us know which books you are reading. My library also has Hoopla, they have my favorite series. Hidden Legacy by Ilona Andrews

[@dismissiveavoidant9860]

So, is it that time again when you decide to disappear with no explanation and then you’ll pop back up when it suits you? Some of you KZbinrs have a ton of nerve to expect people to stay invested and subscribed and sit around while you come and go as you please. When you start something like this it’s a commitment and if/when you decide to stop or take a break, your subscribers deserve an explanation. It tells a lot about your character.

[@Mommy_Irene]

Then unsubscribe, what a waste of time to type that drawn out comment.

[@dismissiveavoidant9860]

@@Mommy_Irene why would you assume I didn’t? What a waste of time to assume things and type a comment.

[@Mommy_Irene]

@@dismissiveavoidant9860 you kind of seem bitter. I can’t imagine letting something like KZbin impact me so much and getting worked up enough to tell someone you’re angry they aren’t uploading enough for you. It’s actually ridiculous.

[@dismissiveavoidant9860]

@@Mommy_Irene Well, I DO match the energy I get. I match bitter for bitter. And I can’t imagine getting worked up over a comment from one stranger to another. It’s actually ridiculous.

[@Mommy_Irene]

@@dismissiveavoidant9860 you were bitter before I said a single word lmfao

[@jillianstepp4630]

❤

[@catherinepowell3704]

Hi april you're doing so well are you coming back to Y Tube

[@vanessalujan1241]

💖

[@nahr1987]

When’s the weigh in ?

[@AprilLauren]

Towards the end... I'll have to check.

[@haywardurbangarden7153]

13:33

[@trudydenoyer4648]

💗💗

[@cathy2142]

💗💕💓💓💞💖

[@AprilLauren]

🩷

[@CaroleEleu]

I love your chatty chat chats!

[@malvernufntigp394]

❤ got no pink today :)

[@louturner7188]

I enjoy your chitty chats. Looking forward to your dive videos. 💕🩷

[@qgraeber7850]

🩷

[@mrsdls]

I did a couple packs of zinnias and they are blowing up haha! There are a lot!

[@jetjegoesdutch7933]

💓💞💕

[@victoriah.2083]

💗💓💞💕💌

[@itsLindsayJean]

You are beautiful inside and out, April.

[@victoriadavis9763]

❤CAN YOU TELL US THE VITAMINS YOUR’E TAKEN AND THE SCHEDULE IN WHICH YOU TAKE THEM