Gijane2012

Awesome!

My gallbladder is out so that explains me.....

I had something like that and I am about a week out. It was my first bowel movement and it came out as you described. The other day I was at work and I felt the urgency to go throughout and it was again as you described. I was not concerned about it. I figured it was due to gas they put in our stomach.

Yeah, I got sleeved on 8.23 and I sipped stuff knowing I was far from drinking enough fluids. My stomach growled too. I didn't have burps but I had stomach pains....I guess from gas but it eventually stopped; I took GasX. I am able to drink more fluids without issue now. Hopefully it gets better the next few days.

You've made an excellent decision. Stay focused and know the first few days may have you further questioning yourself but this works. Bumps to deal with know your light shines brighter and you are closer and closer to it each day....especially now.

I love it....husband & wife doing it together. Prayers to him now and you later. I think that is so AWESOME. Keep us posted.

Ok Ms_Fierce, we gonna all do this together. Our new journey unfolds at the same time.

BigDaddy lets definitely stay in touch regarding the process. I went in for pre-op consultation today. I had to start process early as I am going out of country the end of this week and will return the week of surgery. Crazy thing is while I am gone, I start pre op diet. I won't be in a "controlled" environment so I hope I am able to work this out....discipline.

Thanks SML1997....love and appreciate the support from you and the many other Sleevers or Soon To Be Sleevers. Life is great!!!

Good luck to the both of you. My date is 8.23....not nervous yet.

Yes, congrats on you on your surgery today. Also, Nina88, congrats on your 8.01 surgery on Wednesday. We're all soon to be LOSERS, yay!!!!

Hi Amanda,

I think you will be fine. Calm down and believe things will go smoothly. Keep with your pre-op diet. I have not had my Sleeve surgery but I had Lapband surgery. I followed the protocol of the pre op and my surgery went smoothly. This is your time so stick to the plan and own "your time"....no need to worry. Make Sunday your best pre-op day. Michelle.

They have chocolate and vanilla....I.bought chocolate....going to get vanilla too.

Nature's Bounty Vitamin Protein Shake is great. I use my blender to mix it.....good with Water or skim milk. I never tried a shaker so I don't know if that makes a difference (someone mentioned earlier their supplement should be used with a blender). I got at costco, but you can get at Walgreens, Drugstore.com, CVS and Amazon. Good luck all.

Good luck Sherry77,

Keep us posted on your progress. I am about 25 days after you. Surgery in Melrose Park at Westlake Hospital. This site has been awesome for me in this journey. I never utilized a support system/network before....until now. I love it and I hope you do too.

I had the LapBand and it was definitely trial and error. I had points where it was so tight I became dehydrated. I lost weight but it was constantly and randomly vomitting. Eventually the LapBand became defective (leak) and now I am about to get Sleeved. As stated in previous comment, read this site and you WILL see many who are moving away from "crapband" to become Sleeved. Due diligence is the ticket and I know you will make an executive decision to get Sleeved. Good luck!!!

chitowngirl, I am in.

Hello ChiTownSleevers. I am in. I get sleeved on 8.23. I am live on the south side of Chicago. I am open to working out, walking or whatever. I am so excited; I got my news today that I was approved. Oh, my surgeon is Dr. Fred Tiesenga. I had my lapband at West Suburban in Oak Park but I think he will do this surgery at Westlake in Melrose Park. I live south but I love west suburbs.

I called insurance company today and found out I am approved to have lapband removed and gastric sleeve. I am so elated. I wanted my surgery ASAP but I have a vacation scheduled so I had to wait until after the vacation. I am disappointed but happy at same time. Waiting gives me an opportunity to get my mind right. I know this will be my last vacation looking like this. I will do a video of my transformation. I have hated being in front of the camera but I know this is purposeful. I need to see this change. I have decided to share this surgery with a select few as I had what I felt to be a public failure with my lapband. I don't anticipate failing but how about a success that speaks loudly on its own. August 23rd is my rebirthday. Thank you God for all you've done and allowing me this blessing. I look forward to this journey of those who have gone where I am going. I look forward to encouraging those who are waiting to get where I currently am. I am so glad this site is here to hear this voice that has been quiet too long. I have to change my profile picture now.............because I am smiling big now.

Geez, so comforting to come to a place where there is commonality. I read your post and was like, omg, it is so my story too. I am waiting for my insurance approval. All of the Fluid is out of my band and my weight is increasing by what feels like the hour. I try, I try and I try. My surgeon's office submitted the paperwork in a timely manner however when the insurance company requested additional information, it was like my file went under the "do not touch list." I call respectfully every so many days bouncing from insurance company to doctor's office. It is so frustrating to feel like my life is on hold. I go on this site and it is comforting to read the various posts yet I feel like will I have the opportunity for the sleeve. I mean, there is no guarantee the insurance company will approve me......I just feel they should and they will. I am eating better and trying to exercise because regardless of approval or not, I have to do that anyway. Sighing as I wait. Sighing as I look at me slimmer, better, happier but waiting on someone to write "approved." So thankful to read people like yourself and the others on this site that knows exactly how I feel. Comforting.

Thanks for re-posting, definitely "food" for thought. I have not had my surgery yet but it makes me think what will I do when my "friend" is not in my life as it was before. It is a reality check. I will see the impact of my food addiction. Wow. Enlightening. I have a higher awareness. I love this site, I always take away something good each time I am on it. It is like I read the right thing for me at the right time. Thanks!!!!

Inspired. I read the various postings on this site and most times I am speechless because I relate so much to the various postings. I feel like someone is writing my story. My failed Lapband. I am anxiously awaiting approval from the insurance company. I feel inspired, empowered...motivated plus so much more when I read. I've finally found a place I feel understands. Anyway, proud of your weight loss and keep on losing. I cannot wait until I get to paved road of success you are walking.

Reading all of this makes me happy for all who have had surgery and excited for myself as I try to be patient waiting, praying for my approval. I've never utilized a support group but I must say reading the various threads is so therapeutic for me. It is educational, comforting and empowering.

Waiting for approval....

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Waiting for approval....

How long does it take once the insurance company gets it? I called and they confirmed receipt. I had a lapband that is defective. I have BCBS of IL. They gave me their usual & customary timeframe. Anyone know?

Waiting for approval....

June 20th!.....in Houston.

Hope all is well....can't wait for my turn.

Waiting for approval....