mhenne97

For all who have or are going through a stall - THANK YOU for sharing your stories. I am so frustrated. I was sleeved on 8/25 and have lost a total of 21 lbs since AND I have been stalled going on 3 weeks now. I keep thinking maybe my doc did not cut enough or maybe my stomach has stretched back out or maybe I'm doing something wrong. I guess I thought my weight loss should be greater by now but since reading everyone else who was sleeved around the same time, I guess I'm on track. I'm still frustrated and can't wait for this stall to be over...

Hi, my surgery was also 8/25. I feel exactly as you do. I did get a binder and it helps me a great deal. I can't wait to be over this pain period. I feel so helpless in this process right now...

Hi, my surgery was also 8/25. I feel exactly as you do. I did get a binder and it helps me a great deal. I can't wait to be over this pain period. I feel so helpless in this process right now...

My surgery is 8/25 as well. I am in the same boat as you. So much to do!

So excited! My PAT is scheduled for 8/19. It's going to be an all day event. My mom is going with me. She is not all for me going through with this but understands. I'm glad she is going. I think if she gets to talk with the surgeon and dietician herself, she will have a change of heart. No turning back now!!!

August 25th at 11am for me! Excited and nervous at the same time. First time in my life I have no control over what is happening. LOL! Anyone else feel that way? I can not wait to start feeling "normal". I've adapted to this body for so many years and am looking forward to the changes to come. You mean to tell me not everyone gets winded going up steps? People are not constantly tired and people actually enjoy exercise? Shut yo' mouth! Can't wait!

FINALLY got my date!!! 8/25 @11am!!!! So excited!

I would definitely get one. Just try it. I have a boomerang pillow and I plan to use mine. It's like a constant hug throughout the night. LOL!

Go to your nearest urgent care. They can take care of you. That's what I did. Worked for me!

Yep, I did. Same thing with the 4 visits so it would be 89+ days. Is this your last step before going to insurance? Make sure you get a letter of recommendation from your PCP. I didn't have that and that slowed me up a few days.

Yes, I am. I almost didn't know what to say when they finally said APPROVED!

My approval from Cigna was really quick. It was my doctor's office that gave the challenge. It took them submitting paperwork to Cigna 3x to get my approval.... their fax machine apparently was not submitting all of the needed pages. Two denial and ONE approval letter later, here I stand awaiting my date from the doctor's office. Hopefully I will have something tomorrow.

I absolutely get it. My work is going to be there whether I take 1 week or 6 weeks off. I will only get one shot at this so I am going to take my full allotted time and use it to learn the new me!

I expected 6 weeks from the beginning. I had a friend who returned after 4 weeks who had her surgery at Mt. Carmel. She said she was exhausted and wish she would have done her full six. I think it varies by person.

I sure hope. I am ready to get this show on the road. My insurance took forever to provide approval due to not receiving all of their needed paperwork. Not too happy about that. Needless to say it all finally worked out. Galad you got your date. Wouldn't that be something if we were scheduled around tje same time. I would live it. I will keep you updated - praying I hear something tomorrow.

Yeah, that is why I opted for sleeve vs lap band. Good luck to you!

That is awesome to hear. Glad to hear that your pain is minimal. Did you have sleeve or lap band? How are you doing with your diet? Are you on full liquids still?

How are you feeling? Finally received my approval from insurance today! Took a bit longer than I expected. I will be at Mt. Carmel West. I should be getting my surgery date within the next couple of days.

Wow I feel like I am reading a sneak peak into my own story. I am a fat healthy chick. Here I sit 5 ft 2in 284 oozing more confidence than ladies half my size. Active, but beat afterwards. Waiting for my approval from insurance for a July date. I pray that my story ends up exactly like yours. I was afraid when I came across your title that it was going to be a story of how your health went downhill after surgery - so glad that was not the case. Keep rocking it out sister!

Amen to that! I am so excited for you. I am looking at the end of June for my surgery. Please keep us updated on your progress. How long are you planning to take off work?

I totally understand. I'm a mom as well, of two boys. My husband is definitely going to have an experience on his hands. Luckily I have amazing support from my family and friends that can pitch in and support him while I am down. Definitely going to be a transition going from doer to downer. LOL! Best of luck to your success!

Everyone's situation will absolutely differ. Call me crazy when I say I will enjoy this experience regardless - I get to finally do something for myself without worrying about anyone else. I am a manager so all day I am responsible and accountable for everyone else. I will use this time and dedicate my attention to only me.

I am taking 6 weeks off and I am going to enjoy every bit of it. It is very busy and very fast paced. I will need the time to adjust to my new lifestyle... mentally and physically. I have given so much to everyone else and it is time I give back to ME! Looking forward to being selfish. Crazy right?!?

Don't be nervous at all. Embrace it! I am at the end of my journey. Looking at a surgery date of 6/18 or 6/20. As your going through all of your pre-quals you'll feel better I'm sure. Good luck to you. This group is amazing. If you have any questions this forum is always here to help. I have had countless questions and have found most of my answers through this site. Take it one day at a time and celebrate each win. I started a charm bracelet - everytime I hit a milestone in this process whether it be a pound lost or a pre-qual I add a new charm. You can do it!!!