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MimiMermaid

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    THESE ARE AWESOME TIPS!!!!!!!!!!! The warmer is a definite necessity unless you have a husband that doesnt mind running to the microwave every hour to heat up whatever you've been trying to eat for hours..
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    Back at Home

    MimiMermaid replied to LR6909's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    Thats awesome!! i'm so glad things went so well for you and you are home safe and healing. Congrats on your new sleeve! :clap2:
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    next round of sleevers are up to bat this week

    MimiMermaid replied to mamamckinzie's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    Thank you guys for all your support! The nerves are kicking in a little but I'm sure everything will be fine Will be checking into the hospital at 5am PST. Will be in the OR by 7:30am. I will post as soon as I can to let you guys know that i'm on the other side My daughter is getting sleeved right after me and i think I'm more worried about her than myself. Thanks again everyone!!
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    yup.. its not mine either :( it's almost friday and i have so many loose ends to tie up at work, but all i think about is being skinny! ha ha!! Got a call from the hospital today and they gave me all my instructions. I have to pay them $876 copay for my hospital stay... not bad but i'm going to ask if we can do payments :D

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    My surgery is Aug. 22th!

    MimiMermaid replied to blkhulagirl's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    gawd.. this is the longest week ever. usually my weeks fly by bu tnot this time.. I will be helping my brother move this weekend, so hopefully that will make the weekend go by fast I am slightly nervous but confident that i'm making the right decision Looking forward to hearing all of you do well with your procedures and the triple H's (Healthly, Happy and Home)
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    a few mont hs from now, we will be a success story on this board and i can't wait for that! Lets keep in touch in the days leading up to support eachother. where are you flying in from? I'm in the bay area in california. Probably out of surgery by the time you are landing at the airport. I will message you as soon as i'm out and up :)

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    Hey Sara! no pre-op diet for me, just liquids the day before and nothing after midnight. (no sure if that is a good or bad thing) but i'll just follow instructions :) starting today, i feel a little anxious. My dreams are of surgery and being skinny.. ha ha! part of me can't wait and part of me is doubting.. i know i'm diong the right thing. its permanent and thats what i need. We'll do great!

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    So, now that I've gotten approval from insurance and got a date 8/22, I feel like the days are just draggin by I don't know what to do with myself.. I think I've got it under control and I'm trying to stay positive, but I feel like I'm going crazy :crazy: I should be in a great mood, and instead I find myself snapping at everyone and very on edge... waiting is the worst.
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    no special pre op diet?

    MimiMermaid replied to indy sleever's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    my doctor doesnt require one either. Just clear liquids for most of the day before surgery (i can have breakfast) and then nothing by mouth starting at midnight the day of surgery
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    I will be at good samaritan hospital in san jose california. My surgeons name is dr. Jossart. I made everyone in my family go on this diet with me so that I wouldn't have to continue to cook!! Luckily, they enjoy juicing so it worked out ill see how long we all last on this have you lost any weight with the liquid diet you're on now?
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    Thanks sassygirl! You will get there a week before me! I'm so jealous!! LOL! I haven't been put on liquids yet, but I imagine if I do, the clock will litterally stop and it will be pure torture from that day forward. I'm currently doing a self imposed fresh fruit and veggie juice cleanse for about 10 days. Luckily, my whole family is doing it with me so it should work out okay ill let you know if I lose any weight doing this cleanse thanks for your words. You're day is coming up fast!
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    You are very brave!! and i understand how logistically it worked out this way. Much luck on your trip. I'm sure everything will work out beautifuly text or email if you need to chat the day of. Do you know what time you will be actually having the surgery?
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    Tomorrow is the big day....

    MimiMermaid replied to Kayla's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

    August All Stars are kickin' booty!!! Girls, hope you have a postive and un-painfulish day tomorrow and happy healing thoughts sent your way!! I'm so excited for each of you!! Everything will be great and it's the beginning of your new life!!!! YAY!!!!!!!!!!:thumbs_up:
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    well, now i'm waiting for my actual surgery.. so, i guess i'm still waiting but a better kind of waiting.. ha ha ha!

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    Sara! Our date is the same I can't wait! I'm so excited!! Are you making to trip down south alone or with someone?
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    OMG Debbie!!! Congratulations!! I'm soo jealous of you!! You will do fine and you'll make it out with flying colors Sending bright blessings you way and good, positive, healing thoughts and wishes You guys will be talking me off of this same ledge in 2 weeks and counting
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    Boob question

    MimiMermaid replied to sarahh1828's topic in The Gals' Room

    LMAO!!!!!!
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    High Protien and super yummy

    MimiMermaid replied to FishingNurse's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

    My Dr. says, only protein drinks with less than 5 grams of carbs per and also 70-90 grams of protein per day.
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    Pre-Op in SF Bay Area, CA

    MimiMermaid replied to bethk12@gmail.com's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Thanks!! Keep us updated on when you're surgery is scheduled!!
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    Pre-Op in SF Bay Area, CA

    MimiMermaid replied to bethk12@gmail.com's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Thanks!! Keep us updated on when you're surgery is scheduled!!
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    Pre-Op in SF Bay Area, CA

    MimiMermaid replied to bethk12@gmail.com's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I agree. I would definitely prefer an experienced surgeon over being nice. The awesome thing about Dr. Jossart is that you get both The expertise, the great bedside manner and the competent understanding and hard working staff he has. Up until a few months ago, Dr. Jossart and Cirangle were in the same practice. Both told me that they use the same proven technique. They both have all their bases covered with any side effects. I've already got all my prescriptions for anything that "might" happen. A lot of the things that I've read about on this site are things that my doctor has already considered and taken precautions to avoid... its great having one of the best Dr.s in the world and feeling well taken care of. I'm sure you'll have a great experience with Dr. Cirangle and if you have the cash to pay for the "program fee", well thats even better!! I just feel very blessed that we are able to get this surgery done since there are so many people out there can't because they don't have the insurance or the money to be able to My heart goes out to them.
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    Pre-Op in SF Bay Area, CA

    MimiMermaid replied to bethk12@gmail.com's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Well, are you cash paying or insurance? Dr cirangle is definitely one of the best! He and dr jossart are the dr.s that actually pioneered the sleeve. They have a "technique" that they use. I just don't like the "program fee" that his office charges. $5750 for patients with insurance.
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    Aww.. That sux I wish I could just sleep for a couple weeks and then wake up to the surgery being all done 19 days and counting!!
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    Today I got all my prescriptions. I'm expecting a phone call next week to discuss all my pre-op instructions. I can't beleieve we are soo close now I'm so happy and excited!!
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    That is soooo awesome!!!! Congrats!!

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