Losingitforgood!

I'm having my surgery at St Marks Hospital with Dr. Mckinlay through Rocky Mountain Associated Physicians. Anyone else in Utah?

Let me tell you what works for me. I'm 6 months out- and I work outside the home, but I am also home a lot in the mornings/afternoons with my small kids. I noticed that when at work I do great- I pack my food and also log it into MFP. The days where I was not working at home I started to graze, and make bad choices. Also I was snacking on my kids snacks... That was not good. So every night- regardless if I work or not I still pack my food. I get everything cut up, portioned and logged into MFP. This way I know what to eat, there is no questions on my menu for the day. It really has helped me make better choices. I sit down at the end of the day and often I don't eat everything I have packed so I go and delete it off MFP and start planning for the next day. The only thing I don't pack is usually dinner- if I'm home. It's WORKED well for me!!! good luck!!!

Mine is a 46- I have GREAT restriction!

I think your loss of 12.5 lbs is great. You are starting out at a lower weight-so your loss is going to be slower. Make sure you follow the rules- Protein first, no carbs, 64 oz Water daily, exercise ect. Your sleeve will not fail you!!! Just give it some time and have a little patience.

I also chose the sleeve due to the fact it was the first step in the DS procedure. I always knew if I didn't lose the weight with the sleeve alone I could have the second part of the "switch" to rely on. I have never been fond of the Gastric Bypass and to be honest I know more people that have regained the weight with it than have been able to keep it off. It is a personal decision but don't let any Dr or Surgeon tell you that you can't/won't be able to get to goal with the sleeve alone- because that is simply not true!

I think your loss of 12.5 lbs is great. You are starting out at a lower weight-so your loss is going to be slower. Make sure you follow the rules- Protein first, no carbs, 64 oz Water daily, exercise ect. Your sleeve will not fail you!!! Just give it some time and have a little patience.

I think your loss of 12.5 lbs is great. You are starting out at a lower weight-so your loss is going to be slower. Make sure you follow the rules- Protein first, no carbs, 64 oz Water daily, exercise ect. Your sleeve will not fail you!!! Just give it some time and have a little patience.

I have Cigna and they were really good. Once I got all the required paperwork I was approved within the week. I have no doubt when you get all your ducks in a row they will approve you!! Good luck.

I have Cigna and they were really good. Once I got all the required paperwork I was approved within the week. I have no doubt when you get all your ducks in a row they will approve you!! Good luck.

Half a poached egg is a very reasonable amount to be eating for a meal right now. Im 4 1/2 months out and my NUT still recommends 1/2 of an egg for Breakfast. Focus on liquids... Sip sip sip. If you like hot tea- try drinking water/crystal light at room temperature, or even slightly warm.

Half a poached egg is a very reasonable amount to be eating for a meal right now. Im 4 1/2 months out and my NUT still recommends 1/2 of an egg for Breakfast. Focus on liquids... Sip sip sip. If you like hot tea- try drinking water/crystal light at room temperature, or even slightly warm.

Oh, but when in public (mostly shopping), I do want to wrangle every obese female I see and sing it from the mountaintops about how I am so glad that I did this and how good I feel, etc. I have to fight the urge and distract myself with pretty shiny things (or shoes).

I was in a similar situation. Without insurance there would have been no way for me either. I even went to the extremes of finding an employer that would have bariatric coverage. I took a phlebotomy class and got a job at the hospital where I wanted my surgery done. Trust me- I've wanted WLS for 5+ years. I've needed this- I HAD TO FIND A WAY!!! where there is a will there is always a way!!!

I was in a similar situation. Without insurance there would have been no way for me either. I even went to the extremes of finding an employer that would have bariatric coverage. I took a phlebotomy class and got a job at the hospital where I wanted my surgery done. Trust me- I've wanted WLS for 5+ years. I've needed this- I HAD TO FIND A WAY!!! where there is a will there is always a way!!!

My insurance also had to have a "dummy" date. Once I got my approval I was able to reschedule to my convenience. good luck!

I can't believe your transformation! You look great- your story is inspiring!

I just finished He Loves Lucy. Loved it. I just downloaded The Cinderella Pact... I've heard that one is good! Any other good recommendations out there?

I'm 8 weeks out today and couldn't live without my protonix. Somedays I need 2 but not all the time.

I'm 8 weeks out today and couldn't live without my protonix. Somedays I need 2 but not all the time.

I lost 50 lbs in the 8 months before my surgery and it was the best thing I could have done! I had a huge head start and at 6 weeks out I'm down 91 lbs. I have 85 lbs more to go- but I'm so glad I made changes to make myself as healthy as I could before surgery.

i was instructed to eat my pre op diet for 2 weeks. 2 shakes a day and 1 sensible meal. The day before surgery i was able to eat lunch (whatever I wanted) just nothing past 3pm.

Divorce rate is staggeringly high for weight loss patience. My therapist told me somewhere in the 80% range. However your chances of a successful marriage are higher if the person that had the surgery was thin when marrying their significant other. Makes sense. Seek counseling right from the get go- is my best advice! Good luck.

Oh my stars just found the best refried Beans ever! Got them at a Spanish store locally- Ducal Is the brand. They are smooth as silk- and super creamy and yummy. These are going on my post op list for sure. 1/4 cup offers 7grams Protein.

I was sleeved 8/17. It really was easier than I thought it could ever be. Keep up on your pain meds, follow dr's orders, and you will have an awesome chances of having a super easy surgery! Be calm and know you're making the best choice for YOU!