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I haven't had surgery yet (hope to be scheduled early May 2015), but I have a similar concern about making meals with my husband. While he's supportive, he's also a foodie. We've discussed the changes, and he's on board. I'm still suspicious that its going to be tougher than I wish it was. But like someone said, what ever we make, I can just eat the Protein. I'm not sure I'll care about the Pasta and bread. I already order appetizers, give portions of my meal to my husband when out to eat so, that's not a biggie for me either. Frankly, I'm looking forward to just not being able to eat out of politeness, and be able to say no, I'm full. I'm going to just think for the short term after surgery. Take one day at a time, get through each phase and while researching recipes for the future.

There is a difference between someone who is a picky eater and someone who is a choosey eater. First one to me is someone who whines about eating things that are good for them. The second is one who has chosen to eat things they know are good for them. Eating things that are good for you regardless of the reason (WLS, allergies, food pyriamid) doesn't make you a picky eater, it makes you a choosey eater. Picky eater = a negative term applied to children by parents and carried into adulthood. Adults who now believe that there is such a thing as being a picky eater, because they were allowed to be that way when they were kids. Choosing to eat wisely for your health is NOT the same thing. I get it cowgirijane. Why would anyone ruin their future by being a picky eater. There are way to many ways to achieve the nutrition you need, you just need to choose a way. Whining is allowed however, because eating is an emotional issue too.

I'm shocked. I was told it could take up to 15 business days for approval and it took less than a week. So, I've got an appointment for my surgeon first week of April. I'm just flat out happy. With all the pre-testing/consults done, the only thing that is wrong with me is sleep apnea. I have history of heart disease and diabetes on my mom's side. I'm hoping that with surgery I can avoid both of these. Onward!

While its a great moment to have your child want to take you out. Another way to look at this is a teaching moment that you are taking care of yourself. Perhaps Celebrate another way like going to a museum or a walk on the beach. Our culture traditionally uses food as a way to celebrate, but perhaps now is the time to change how you celebrate the good in your life.

That's great. I too have a very supportive PCP. I like knowing I've got someone in my corner looking out for my entire well being.

Mine took about 30 minutes. I was asked a bunch of questions. Then I filled out a 25 question form and that was followed up with some additional questions and then he printed my letter and I was out of there. They noted that if the 25 question form did score right that I'd have to do a much longer one. I was given a list of about 20 people that could do the evaluation, but they noted one took my insurance and that was who I went to, so I paid a $30copay.

I'm looking forward to more travel. Fitting in a plane seat. Not getting winded going up steps Riding a bike, participating in long rides. Kayaking Going on a zipline. Cross country skiing with my husband Run (not walk) a 5K Hiking with my dog Swimming sleeping soundly

Great. Hope its smooth sailing from here. Keep us posted.

Congratulations! That sounds great.

Nope. Trust your husband to do what he says he's going to do. Relax and let other go as you are doing this for yourself for once.

Has anyone used Gwynnie Bee? Seems like it might be a good idea during weight loss.

Good topic. I love coffee. I'm still pre-op, but am now experimenting with decaf, Protein powders and dairy. Hoping to find a good balance. Never been a tea drinker, but might have to reconsider that path.

Hi, I'm hoping to have my surgery in March or April at New York Presbyterian. Stay in touch. Where are you having yours done?

They should be able send you the exact policy information. I found the information on my insurance website and I have Empire BCBS, so i'm guessing you should be able to find it too. I just but in Bariatric in the search engine. I wouldn't rely on a phone call. If you know where you want to do the surgery, they have insurance folks who can help clarify too.

The sleep test was something I dreaded too. I had to do mine at the sleep center. It was a very awkward and restless experience. They called me two days later stating that I had severe sleep apnea. I was so bummed. I really thought I couldn't possibly have it. But after a few days of the information settling in, I'm glad I did this. I realize that I've complained about my lack of sleep for a long time. I'm looking forward to getting on with my life and if the cpap is part of it so be it. At least I'll feel better. Besides, I'm hoping that after WLS that like some folks they come off the cpap altogether. Good luck with your test.

Rhodywoman, Thanks. I'd love to hear more from you in the future. I decided to to have the surgery after I started to be come more fit. Climbing the stairs out of the subway made me winded. It got easier over time and I realized that hey, I want more of this. I also went on Lyrica and it helps so much that I was like "Hey, so this is what normal feels like" I wanted more of this too. You mention that you sleep better too. As part of my testing I had a sleep study that diagnosed me with severe sleep apnea. On one had I was surprised, but as its sinking in I realize that yes, I don't sleep well, I complain that I don't sleep enough and I am tired. Do you have sleep apnea?

Congrats. I'm glad to hear your positive experience too. Can you elaborate on how you settled into a system? I'm hoping to have surgery in March or April and love to hear about these positive experiences.

Good Luck.

Thank you for the suggestion. I'm at the beginning of the pre-op. Nervous about the whole thing, but confident that this is what I need and what I want. Now I'm off to right that letter.

I can only add, that I have fibro too. I'm now on Lyrica and its amazing the difference it makes. I'm walking almost 2 miles after about 3 months and doing a little jogging. I'm 300lbs. I've just started the process of various appoints to get approved by insurance.

Does anyone have a deviated septum? I have one nostril that is mostly blocked. How does that affect the sleep study. I'm not concerned about the study its self.

I will be doing my sleep test this weekend. I don't think I have sleep apena, however, I was recently told that I do have a deviated septum. This was after I complained about my left nostril being constantly clogged. Anyone have experience with a deviated septum and the sleep study. What was the outcome? Thanks,

I won't miss any of it either. I am looking forward to walking to work and not worrying about being late or arriving sweaty. I am looking forward to getting a bike. Wearing biking clothes, and participating in biking events. I am looking forward to shopping for summer clothes. Going to a tailer to get them to fit me properly. I am looking forward to hiking. I am looking forward to cute boots and skinny jeans. I am looking forward to not saying no to things because its too much effort. I am looking forward to traveling more and experiencing more. and that's just for starters.

I cut my diet Coke habit almost cold turkey over 2 years ago. I did it by replacing it with flavored seltzer Water. It had to be ice old from a bottle. I have since made the transition to water. Still like it to be ice cold, but the thought of drinking a diet coke is not appealing. Last summer I started limiting carbs. That's going so-so, but I'm confident that after surgery I'll be fine because I've limited myself already. Sugar is another issue, I've been working since last summer. I don't keep sweets in the house and we only bake on occasion. And I already have a very narrow pallet for sweets anyway, so that helps. I did make a chocolate sheet cake a few weeks ago and ended up throwing out 1/3 of it because I was inhaling it. I guess the next thing I need to tackle for the transition is coffee. I don't get a kick from coffee like most people do, so I'm betting that decaf will be fine. Even with all these changes I couldn't lose the weight. I just had my first appointment this week and go the list of test/consults etc. I begin making appointments on Monday. Hopefully by April I can have surgery.

Thanks, this is making me feel better. We both like to cook and we'er already limiting our carbs. And due to my insurance, I've got 5 months to further make adjustments now. My husband is on board so that isn't an issue, but I also know we'll have to make compromises. Funny thing is his grandparents had a regional Pasta manufacturing facility. They are no longer in the business, but as you can guess, pasta is in his DNA. But as you said, let him eat pasta and I can eat whats goes on the pasta.