BryBro63

I did the exact same thing on the day of my surgery...not the greatest feeling! I think it was because even though I was drinking slow, it wasn't slow enough! The next day I went home, and now at 6 weeks out, haven't had a vomiting episode since!

Wish you very best and much success!!! See you on the 'Losers' side!!

I just got my call today....I was denied. I have Aetna as my provider. Oh well...I took a shot!!

I have the same problem...I'm 6 weeks post op, and my NUT keeps stressing that I should try to be much more dependent on getting the Proteins from food sources rather than shakes. It can be a challenge, but she also gave me a list of high Protein foods. I try to steer towards chicken and especially seafood (shrimp, scallops, crab meat, lobsters, tuna)...they seem to be some of the best sources. Veggies and Beans are good too, but still, when I'm short for the day, I'll throw in a Protein Bar...not as filling, but at least you can get in about a third of proteins needed for the day. Hope this helps!

I'm in Central NJ...Sayreville!!

Very cool!!! Great job!!! AND...more Jersey folks!!! Where are you both located?

That sounds similar to what I was experiencing...I went to the surgeon and asked about this, and he said it's probably gas, so try to have 1 to 2 Gas-X pills before meals. Also, it's probably because you could be eating you meals too fast. I'm currently almost 6 weeks out, and I'm still trying to get used to eating more slowly. I followed this advice, and it seems to help me a lot. Please let me know how you make out!

Sleevie Wonder...don't judge!! LOL!!!

My surgeon finally faxed them the info, so now I'm waiting to see what happens...I also have a secondary insurance plan for prescriptions, so I'm trying both....maybe there's hope for me yet!!

Basically, what your psych is looking for is that you will be able to mentally handle the physical changes which are about to happen to you. They will ask if you are ready for the changes ahead, if you're doing the WLS for the right reasons and you're not being coerced to do it or not, and they will want to know if you have any type of support system with friends and/or family. The Q&A process is generally pretty harmless...nothing to really worry about. Some are different than others, but the only thing I personally had to talk to the most about was why my other weight loss methods didn't work for me. As far as how long it takes, they say you need 2 sessions. I ended up having one 'double session', and the results were sent to my surgeon within 2 days. I wish you the very best...I'm sure you'll do great!!!

Congratulations!!! As well as inspirational and encouraging, you should be extremely proud of yourself...you really look great!!

The only reason I had trouble with stairs was because the pain meds had me a bit tired...by day two at home, I had no trouble with stairs as long as you take your time. I would want to be in the comfort of my own home as well...to me, it makes the recovery process that much better!!!

No regrets at all now...I think i had one small instance of questioning my decision, the day after the surgery. I think it was because I wasn't keeping anything down, but it was because I kept trying to do things the 'old' way, by drinking and eating too fast!! But now that I've stopped being so damned stubborn, I'm good!! 4 weeks out, and getting back to the gym as well as walking, and losing inches and pounds...EVERYTHING in my closet now is too big!!! Very Cool!!!

Anyone successful using Aetna? I figured I'd take a shot, hoping I read some previously outdated material.

Congrats!!! Success is on the way!!!

Congrats!! Welcome to the Losers side!!!

I was told that without any complications, plan on staying overnight. That's what I was told, and that was what I did....wish you the very best!!

My surgeon gave me lots of SUGGESTIONS on what to buy, and told me what he recommends as far as what to look for, but he never sold anything to me nor did he force me to buy anything from him. My nutritionist gave me free samples of all sorts of stuff, and she sold a few different things to try in small quantities, and then told me where I can get them if I liked them. No one should ever force you to buy their products 'or else'...sounds kinda crooked if you ask me!!!

I tried...I have Aetna, and waiting to hear back from them. Right after I signed up, I did a search on Aetna and their policy on coverage...what I found was that they do not cover any type of shakes or drinks, so I guess it's just a matter of time before I get the denial call.

Believe me...it truly IS worth it, and you'll be just fine!! I can tell you from the experience I had as well as from those whom I've spoken to, the hospital staff are very comforting and supportive, the entire process is fully explained, and one of the best parts is you aren't going to remember any of the surgical process...before you know it, you'll be on your way to a better you! As long as you follow all instructions, you will truly be just fine!!

Very good tip...thanks!! But just out of curiosity...have you or anyone had the issue of that same type of pain when eating soup?

I mentioned this in another forum, but I'm sort of stuck 'in between'...post-op, I was going twice a day, but it was always very watery...thought something was wrong, but came to find out that since I was downing Isopure like crazy, this contains sucralose, which acts as a diuretic for me. I stopped with the Isopure, and now I'm going every other day. I take a pro-biotic daily, and I'm told that Colace is supposed to work wonders, especially for bariatric patients...gonna give this a try!

Believe it or not, the stages go by pretty quickly...stage 3 is kinda interesting, but just don't do like I did...since this is the closest you've been to 'real food' in a while, you may tend to want to eat faster, like in your pre-op days....please remember to take it slow, and listen to your body! For the first time, you're gonna know what 'full' feels like! As for us all hanging out one day...that really would be cool!!! We really should do this!! Just no buffets!!

Wishing you the very best, covered jewels!! The day will be here before you know it!! See you on the Loser's Side!!

The Sleep Apnea test thing was pretty much standard for my surgeon...I tested positive for sleep apnea, did another sleep study with a cpap, and then got sleeved before I got fitted for a cpap machine...hoping I'll lose enough to not need it at all!