Starting Over!

You are a master cake slayer! Congratulations keep up the great work!

Best of luck to you....don't worry relax and let your doctor and their staff take care of you! Just be sure to follow directions. You will be great!

Be safe and keep us posted about your status with the storm! Best wishes! Looks like most are evacuating the city this time, please I hope you are too!

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Best of luck with the pending storm and your sober life! Congratulations and continued success to you. I have discovered nothing worth while comes easy... New Orleans was a place I called home many years ago, I am sure I would not recognize the east where we lived, heard it was under water now. Be patient and good things will happen! Thoughts for safe delivery through the storm!

I guess I really am afraid of failing at yet another weight loss attempt which is why I have not shared my story. If I keep my little secret until I know for sure I can be successful it gives me the power and confidence to continue working hard. At some point I will want to share but for now this works for me. I have lived in judgement from others for so long in my life and my career, I don't feel many deserve to know. I have been successful so far....this works! I hope? I know others have failed... I have to succeed for my health. Please don't judge anyone on their choice...if you are here on this site we have been judged enough!

Insurance will not take weight watchers notes or payment receipts? It seems like if you have the documentation you should be able to challenge the insurance decision. Best of luck to you...keep looking to find a way if this is your decision! Don't give up!

Your choice to share or not to share it is your story to tell or not tell! Continued success in your journey....yes you can!

Are you being asked to perform the 6 month weight loss program? If so, call or go on line to your insurance company and obtain their preference for this process. Know all the details then tackle them one at a time. My surgery center assisted with the 6 month weigh in's, suggesting a NUT ...make the psychological evaluation quick those can take some time. Good luck and don't give up!

The only real assistance I needed after surgery was a ride home due to meds. (the next day I was driving and going to the store) You could arrange for that in your new location. My hope is your husband would miss you too much to want to leave you behind? Make sure he is on your side with this and ready and willing to assist if necessary. For me having 4 wisdom teeth removed was worse than this surgery for sure! Be sure you have hubby supporting your journey! Best of luck with your decision stay strong follow instructions and success will come to you!

Congratulations on your news! Well done......you deserve to celebrate!

I agree with the don't give up aspect. It was 8 months for me from start to surgery and my insurance put me through every hoop possible. I stayed focused and provided them with everything they asked. I am now one month post op and so glad I kept fighting for this.... I am very happy with my decision. Best of luck to you and....yes you can...be strong.....don't give up.... you are worth the fight!

My Dr. Was all for it to improve my health issues!

I was a lucky one who had almost no gas discomfort! Did not have the plication the band alone is working well for me. My first fill is on the 27th and I am down 30lbs since I started my journey 6 mos. Pre op. No regrets at all...best of luck and success to you!

Oh no....don't get stuck in the one last time zone. I looked at my situation and said it was those foods that got me in this place of need for WLS. I have tasted those foods before and in moderation may again one day. I am finished with making bad choices! You can do it keep busy..find new habits. At this point you need determination to see you through this journey, Stop eating and fix you inter voices.... you have to succeed it is for your health and happiness! Best of luck to you!

That totally explains my blue feelings the week following surgery! I started to exercise and I am now feeling better...damn those hormones! Great suggestion go to the gym when upset! Good luck with your sister! Tomorrow is a new day you can do it!

Relax and enjoy your time with your husband. Freeze some food or shakes and take them with you to avoid making bad choices. Good luck and enjoy!

Hi Ali I think the key to success is having your mind set on being successful at all costs. For me it is my health..I have to become healthy to maintain my health Which has made making good choices a breeze for me. I am so determined and you can be too! Stick to your plan...you will be great!

Thank for your input....I do try hard to get it in but it is very challenging. Someone told me it is flushing my fat? It that even possible?

The surgery for me was a breeze. Pain when I woke up the quickly controlled that and I walked as soon as I got back to my room and did not stop walking through out the day and night. I had no real gas discomfort and I followed all pre- op instructions without cheating or giving in. I am so glad I did this and you will be too. Set a plan create a food journal and follow surgeons instructions you will do great. A positive attitude is always helpful. Try not to be nervous you will be in good hands if you have selected a good surgeon Best of luck and let me know if I can assist. Welcome!

During my 1st pre-op visit I was asked to consume 100 oz of water daily. I am very challenged to complete this large volume. Has anyone else been asked to have a similar consumption?

This is interesting to me....I was told to consume 100 oz of Water a day and I too am very challenged I can reach 60 to 70 oz but getting to 100 is challenging during my work week. I am not at a desk much often on the run and it is challenging to get fluids in consistently. Good luck to you in your journey! Yes you can and I will as well master this somehow!

Oh yes....totally worth improving your life! Best of luck in your journey!

Great names......for me it's Muffy!

Follow the instructions...stay committed and you will be successful! I am so very grateful I did this...failure is not an option for me...I have experienced enough diet failures...this will be my greatest success story second to my amazing family! Best of luck to you!