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They offered me April 5th, 11th, and May 10th before settling on the 17th. I'm on spring break at the moment with the kids and was not prepared to start Preop diet TODAY...:-) When I let my hubby know, he said he was putting in for 3 weeks sick leave. I told him I was glad I could be his excuse! Lol!

Ok, this is a milestone for me. I can go several days without a drink of soda. My vice being Dr. Pepper...I don't drink much at a time. Because of migraines but when I get a migraine, sometimes a cold swig of the doc or (rarely) the whole can, will kick the migraine when my arsenal of meds won't. Go figure! We've just been through several days of horrible overcast and some rain. I pushed through a 72-hour migraine with no Dr. Pepper! That's huge for me. I lift my glass of ice water, Cheers!

Hi everyone! I just scheduled my surgery for April 8th! I just finished day 1 of my preop diet... oh mylanta... i feel like crap! BUT I have been trying to look at the big picture!... I was diagnosed with PCOS when I was 20 years old (6 years ago). It has been an uphill battle. My husband and I have yet to have any successful pregnancy's. We are praying that the lap band is the answer we've been praying for. Anyone that can share their experience with PCOS and lap band... I would love to hear any stories or advice!! I am anticipating slower weight loss because of the PCOS, but also because I am just over the line to qualify for the surgery. Everyone I have talked to …

I'm new here. But I need a little more support than usual. I've been seeing my primary since October '12. I called the office to set up my last appointment, my Dr told me she is not sure if her notes are adequate for my insurance to approve the surgery. After five months of visits at the eleventh hour I'm hit with this. I am terrified! and I checked my weight today. I gained 9lbs. (Emotional eater, obviously). I called the surgeon's coordinator, she said all documentation needs to be submitted to her in the next 7 days in order to get approval to have a 4/15/13 surgery date.

Hi Tania here, have Sleeve booked in for April 4 & would like to start a thread with others starting the same journey around that time. Was booked for Band however after further research have switched to the Sleeve. Seems like less maintenance ( fills , visits etc) and a more normal or natural outcome, just me , well hopefully less of me, just with a smaller stomach. No foreign bits inside me, and too be honest food getting 'stuck' with the band doesn't appeal. Recovery & healing is what I am most anxious about, I see the chat on here as well about the possible grief post op of losing a good chunk of a body part & I understand that. Reminds me to…

I was banded in March of 2011 and have lost 75 pounds since then. Last Thursday I attempted to eat some refried beans and almost immediately I began getting sick. I had been getting sick a lot lately and had gone in the day before and had my band deflated to try and get myself together. This would be my last attempt with the band. The pain got worse and the vomiting and dry heaving would not let up. The doctor that deflated my band the day before just happened to call and check on me during this ordeal and he advised me to meet him at the ER and the odds were that I would be admited for surgery. I went to the ER and he had orders waiting so they quickly drew my labs and g…

What's been the toughest part of your journey to the new you?

I got my approval today for panniculectomy, I am going to pay cash for remaining for full tummy tuck! ! Date set April 15..whoo hoo..

Well I'm going to kind of use this as an opportunity to keep my own journal of my progress so to speak. So forgive me for boring details and length, as a lot of it is just for my own record to reflect back on lol. Well my story starts early 2012 when my wife visited her regular doctor, and he basically told her something had to give or she'd never see her kids graduate high school. She was refered to Dr. Heider (we're local to his office anyway, extremely convenient). Ever the skeptic, I supported my wife, but had the "Good ole diet and exercise is the ONLY RIGHT way to lose weight" attitude, but I supported her anyway. No way I was going to do that crap. The time ca…

I have my surgery scheduled for April 15th. I'm excited & scared. This has really happened so quickly it feels like a whirlwind! My first seminar was in February and I'm only 3 weeks out to my surgery. I sure didn't expect things to go from start to finish in 2 months. I'm not complaining AT ALL just nervous. Any advice on getting ready for surgery? How about recovery? Thanks all!

I am early in the process still but this is such a crazy emotional journey! I went to my first appointment with the surgeon at the end of February and so far have had 1 sleep study, 1 nut appointment, blood work (9 vials), upper gi/barium swallow, ultrasound, psychiatric evaluation and information session! I have done all of this still with the fear that I may not be approved! I have struggled with my weight for 20 years (and I am 33). I have lost and gained so many times over those years I am surprised that my body has survived! I have never had a problem losing it just doesn't stay off and when it comes back it usually comes back with some extra "friends" (more …

PEOPLE.....Please learn how to speak to 1 another and if you're not going to say something nice then don't write on the the forum. This is not a place to humiliate or degrade anyone. This is a place where we can come to each other ask each other for advice and to lean back on 1 another. Obviously because we might feel comfortable with the people on here and speaking to some of you who have gone through what were going through might be helpful. STOP THE NEGATIVITY... AIN'T NOBODY GOT TIME FOR THAT!!! GOD IS LOVE<3<3<3<3 PEACE

Hi everyone! I don't really know what to think at the moment.. My surgery was scheduled for May 23rd. I could have had it sooner but were moving mid April with a baby and i just want to be as ready as I can for this. When she said approved I was excited for 2 mins minutes and then fear and panic set in which was weird because I wanted this so bad and now I'm here and I feeling like canceling. Im doing this for me but also for my son because I think if I do this my fiancé will as well and he has 200lbs to lose. I want to be able to do whatever we want as a family an not have weight be a factor. I don't want our child to have the fat parents at school but most importantly I…

I am five days post op and just realized that Oband doesn't have what they offer on their site like support groups. I'm going to go the support group from the surgeons private practice, and hope he welcomes me. Also the nutritionist doesn't see you anymore after the surgery, weird. I made my follow up appointments with them to see my surgent, that at least is good. Will go in there with a list of questions.

I am five days post op and just realized that Oband doesn't have what they offer on their site like support groups. I'm going to go the support group from the surgeons private practice, and hope he welcomes me. Also the nutritionist doesn't see you anymore after the surgery, weird. I made my follow up appointments with them to see my surgent, that at least is good. Will go in there with a list of questions.

Yesterday I went to the mall to get a manicure and I went into Macy's just to try the clothes. I headed for the "normal" section and grabbed a couple pairs if size 16 pants. I put them on in the dressing room and to my surprise they fit. Like not just barely zipped but fit. Its been nine years since I have shopped in any other section besides plus size. I was so overwhelmed I sat down on the bench and teared up. Its those moments that make all the struggles worth it.

HI All, My name is Karen and a motn ago I underwent the Gastric Plication surgery in Santa Cruz, Bolivia. I was wondering if there are any other members that have had this procedure done. I am doing so well and have lost 34 lbs in 4 weeks and feel really good. I start eating solids tomorrow and have had very little hunger. The deisre is still there but I'm controlling it.

I was sleeved on March 5th and lost 14 pounds at my one week post op visit however have not lost anything in the past two weeks. I get my water in as well as my orotein but nothing. What am I doing wrong? Will it come?

I am so excited to be approved and scheduled for LB on April 10! After going through all of the pre-op clearances, and mandatory physician supervised "diet" I thought I was in the clear. But my insurance required proof of my weight from two years ago as a condition for approval. Thank God I had a yearly check up almost two years to the day and could prove that I had a qualifying BMI long enough. Well, even after faxing all of the required information to the insurance company they STILL denied the surgery. My surgeon was preparing the appeal, but I decided to contact the insurance company directly. An hour later, and four transfers later, I had my answer... they had scanne…

I am a little over 1 month post op. I have lost about 30 lbs so far. The past couple weeks I've only lost a few pounds. To me 2 or 3 lbs a week is slow considering I'm eating so few calories. Any suggestions how to speed up the weight loss ?!

MY DOCTOR CONFIRMED IT ISN'T HEART BURN. IM NOT KIDDING IT IS PAINFUL....SO WHEN WILL THE AFTER PAIN FROM THE HERNIA WILL STOP?

I can't figure out why I'm so stressed out. I'm about 3weeks and 5 days out. I'm down 26 pounds and I'm going nuts I work at Starbucks surrounded by freakin pastries I have a husband and kids to cook for. Today I had to hold a damn pizza .......... So I ate a pepperoni and cheese topping..... Then I knew it was wrong so I spit it out. I love my job but it's slow torture.... I'm going to go nuts..... My two yer old is the sweetest boy in the world but he is making me want cry he cries all day almost just whining omg I just wanna leave! God help me

I had my sleeve 4 days ago & I also had a hietal hernia repair too. I'm so sore, feels like everything scratches going down. My stomach is constantly making noises... I'm not eating/drinking much and I don't know how to tell when I get full so I just stop after a small amount. Are these normal?? When will I feel better?

Today is the first day of the rest of my life. I signed the financing papers today...agreeing to pay back $21,936.24 with interest included. My date is set for May 15th, 2013. My start with weight issues goes as far back as I can remember with my first memory when I was 5 and crying because I didn't want to wear a bikini to the beach. How do you have body image issues when you're 5? After speaking to my Mom about this memory she was upset...telling me that I was a healthy weight as a child. I have no memories of my family ever saying anything negative to me. In high school I was considered a giant...I'm 5'10" tall and graduated at 190 or so. I would give anything to …

This just seems so unreal to me I called insurance, BC/BS TX to see if they had gotten paperwork doctor sent over on Monday (yes 3 days ago) and they not only said they had it but that I had been APPROVED!!!!! That was so unexpected but so darn exciting to hear!! I have the water works going because I am so thankful to know my new life can really begin OMG I am feeling so many different things. Wow Thank you Lord!! 3 days really. The actual letter will be sent out in a few more days but it's approved!!!!

Today is my one week anniversary!!! Started at 240 I'm 5'5" today I weighed 229 I'm actually doing great on my liquid diet and have not had much of an urge to cheat. Made it through my nephews 1st bday on Saturday and my daughters 5th bday party on Sunday. So far it's the best desicion I have made. Like many on here I don't have 100% support about my desicion to get the lap band, but I know it's for me and that's all that matters. When I'm lookin hot soon then maybe the support will come lol. Good luck to everyone who recently was banded or to those who are close to getting it.

Hiiiiiiiii my name is Heba I'm 32 ..married and have only 1girl ..im egyptian and i live in cairo ...I had my operation 6 months b4..I was 115 kg..now I'm 93kg... and ifeel like I didn't lose enough weight... I'm doing my best but my body works against me.... I started to see a doc last week .he gave me a very easy diet 3 meals and 2 snacks.. but I didn't lose weight..I'm depressed and I hope u support Meeeeen...&Thanx a lot and I wish u the best

Hello Support Group!!! While I have been a ROCKSTAR with this Sleeve stuff....My poor Mom is having a hard time! I am almost 9 months out, never been sick, easy recovery, etc..... She had the surgery last Thursday - and is STILL IN THE HOSPITAL! She had a hernia repair on her esophagus as well, and is just not able to keep anything down....can't come home until she can keep liquids down. ANyone else have hernia repair at same time as the sleeve? Longer recovery time? More pain? What's up?? Anyway....just waiting for her to get better

I have really foud that blogging is a great way to sort out my feelings and connect with other people going through the same things I am. Do any of you have a blog? Please follow mine! the link is in my signature.

I just got a letter from the Bariatric Surgery Department at Methodist Hospital in Hopkins, MN. The letter stated that it should take approx 2-4 weeks to get the approval from Blue Cross/Blue Shield insurance, and after they approve me for the Vertical Sleeve surgery, then I'll talk with my surgeon to set up a date for my Vertical Sleeve surgery. Yes, I am very nervous, as this will be a new lifestyle that I will need to adapt and adjust to.

oh boy ...its getting close...

So far all is good! My hospital experience was wonderful! I admit I was very nervous but the staff helped calm my nerves. A little uncomfortable at times but no serious pain, thank God! I'm feeling a little hungry right now but hopefully my doctor will give me the go ahead to puree diet soon! I'm confident I made the best decision of my life!

I have pre op tomorrow then surgery april 2nd...I'm getting a little nervous

Anyone pre or post surgery from here.

I am trying to decide between the two. What are your deciding factors? Pros and cons if either that helped you decide?

I am a 49 yr. old mother of three adult children and (mostly) happily married for 23 years. I am also an recovering addict. Saying this in a post is extremely hard and scary to put it out in the open but this is just my truth. I have been clean for over 5 years and am the happiest I have ever been with me. I can honestly say that I am an equal oppurtunity addict I do everything to the extremes pills, shopping, reading, tv watching, etc......all with the hopes of filling a hole that was never satisfied. Luckily through the 12 steps of recovery I have been able to stop all my addictions except with the one that has always been my primary addiction and that is food! So sayin…

Hello I'm a 31 yrs old female and I'm in the process of getting the lapband. I'm nervous yet excited. I have mixed emotions about the surgery because food is an addiction for me. Mentally changing my eating patterns, habits, portions, and quality scares the hell out of me. I'm just in an anxious stage now that surgery approval is near. This was my last alternative, I've done and tried every diet you could possibly think of. Some was successful others not so much. Mentally I would always relapse and the weight slowing came back on. I have lupus and being heavy does not better my condition. Anyway I would appreciate advice, info, thoughts anything you think can assist me in…

:-(:-( TODAY I WOKE UP AND WENT TO MY FIRST POST OP. I WAS TOLD TO ADVANCE TO PUREE FOODS. THANK GOD! AFTER I GOT HOME...I DECIDED TO GET MOST OF MY Vitamins IN...STARTED CLEANING AND COOKING. ALL OF THE SUDDEN... I THREW UP. WHY??? IM NOT REALLY HUNGRY BUT I KNOW I HAVE TO EAT SSOMETHING. IM TRYING TO MAKE AN EFFORT TO DO EVERYTHING BACK TO NORMAL BUT THROWING UP JUST ISNT NORMAL. HELPPPPPP?????

My name is Melanie. I am a 30 yr old wife, mother and nurse. I have been struggling with my weight for over 10 years and have finally made the decision to make a lifelong change. I am so excited to have surgery. To have that missing tool that will help me to be successful, to be able to run a 5k without stopping to walk, to play with my kids for hours outside instead of sitting in the lawn chair. The list of reasons to have surgery goes on and on. Most of all I am doing this for myself. I want to live a long, healthy life. I have tried every diet and exercise program there is. I have met with doctors, nutritionist, diet specialist, personal trainers. You name it, I hav…

At age 19, I would eat out of boredom. I had tried every possible weight loss program out there and nothing worked. Maybe because I didn’t stick with it long enough to see results. Having surgery to place the LapBand inside my body was a huge decision. My family stood behind me the entire way, in fact my parents paid for me to have it done. Seeing the doctor was a tragic moment. I was warned that he would try to break me down, try to make me cry… This is a way of showing how strong a person is, if they are emotionally stable to go through with this surgery, for my entire life would be different afterwards. I was prepared for the visit with the doctor, mentally and emotio…

I am scheduled for lap band surgery April 5th. I am flying from Branson, MO to Dallas to have surgery with Dr. Marsden in Richardson TX with True Results. I have struggled with weight loss for almost 20 years now and can relate to so many of the stories I have read on this site. I have been looking into Lap Band for a couple of years now and I'm ready to take the plunge. I am nervous because the success is so widely varied but I am praying that my determination will be enough that this tool will enable me to be successful for the rest of my life. I start my 11 day pre-op diet in the morning. I am happy to see that it seems less harsh than most I have come across on …

How do I keep myself from eating everything I see? I feel like I will never eat again? Lol. Did anyone else experience this right before?

After years of being the YO YO, it was time. I had been average weight in my youth and my teens. Started to put the weight on when I gave up cigarettes and had my children. Once I got pregnant I thought it was fine to eat, so eat I did. I went from 150 labs to 190 in 4 months. Needless to say I gained too much weight, became toxic and had a premature baby at 2.1lbs. I refused to go back to smoking to help me loose weight because I had two children to raise one that had his own struggles. Having to stay home and give up my career to take care of my older son put more pressure on the finances, marriage, etc. Crunchy food was my comfort, sweet food my salvation. I ne…

Hello everyone I'm 5 days post op n ever since I've been home from the hospital I've been waking up every 3 hours throughout nite and I've been having the craziest dreams when I do sleep is this happening to anyone else

Just met a surgery buddy here at preop and told her about this site. He eyes lit up like a 5 yr old on christmas morning...glad I could help

I started my journey of thinking about SVG in August of last year. A lot has happened in my life since than, and it seems like the surgery is just a myth. I have gotten a divorce, moved, and changed my job since seeing my bariatric surgeon for the first time. It has been a long journey. I just submitted the last of my paperwork to the case manager at my surgeon's office. I am waiting to hear that my case has been approved and I am ready to be scheduled and start the pre-op diet. I am starting to get excited again. Making the decision to even start this journey was also hard for me. I was a national competitive athlete for 10 years growing up and stayed muscular and …

WHAT ARE EXAMPLES OF PUREE FOODS????

Hi everybody! After finally getting enough of my still increasing weight I found this site and decided to take the leap and join. Well, where to start?! Having been BIG all my life and having to endure everyone's pitiful looks and hurtful comments for too long, plus the immense difficulty of trying to find clothes in my size that look half way decent (like, not from the 40's or my grandma's closet) yet not having to save up money to just buy a simple shirt for almost $100 (yes, Europe is expensive and different that way!) I decided, not only for convenience and my own comfort and health reasons, to get RNY surgery. At that time my weight was 335 pounds and a clothes s…

My surgery is May 1st. I am so excited!!

Is it normal to burp a lot?