jennilamb007

That is fantastic news. I weighed today and I have lost 3 pounds this week. I had my first fill on Monday, January 9th. I am thrilled with my band.

I was worried too that my eyes had changed and was blurry when reading close up. I am a little more than a week post op and everything is back to normal. It is just the anesthesia.

We are all in this together. I am glad. It does me good to hear from people going through the same thing that I am. Vingotti33 we will be going in on the same day. Mine is at 6:15am Central Time. Also, glad I could make you laugh.

Thank you very much. I appreciate your kind words.

Thank you and good luck to all of you. Thank you Cheri. I hope I can keep it going.

Jen

My insurance company is Blue Cross Blue Shield for Federal Employees. I had to follow a 3 month doctor supervised diet, have 2 years documentation of being obese, my BMI was high enough that I didn't need a comorbidity listed, but we did have documented in my medical record that I was insulin resistant, had a few episodes of high blood pressure, and joint pain. I kept a 3 month log of activity, meal plan and vital signs (blood pressures and pulse) and turned it in to add to my medical record. I really think this helped them see that I was serious about sticking with the plan. I had to be seen and evaluated by a psychiatrist and nutritionist. I met with a personal trainer (that wasn't required) and had them make a plan for me too to show the surgeon and insurance company. I was literally approved in 24 hours and I was stunned. I hope you get approved soon too.

Take care,

Jen

I will be starting my pre-op liquid diet soon. November 28th. My surgeon requires 3 weeks of liquid diet before surgery. Yikes. I am worried about that chew urge too. Maybe I will invest in some sugar free gum? I am watching your blog for inspiration.

Take care,

Jen