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I've def used the last 12 months to say goodbye bad habits and hello to new life long habits. I gave up ALL soda September 2014. I switched to carbonated Water for a short time, but I've been fizzy free for about 10 months. Additionally, I've gotten my over eating under control, well as much control as I can have before I get my tiny tummy. I don't see eating post surgery portions as an option as there is no way possible I'd be satisfied. I consistently log my food and count calories. More recently, I consistently drink 64+ oz of water daily. I also do not have any Pasta and potatoes as sides. My family still eats them, but I don't put them on my plate. I've made lots of positive changes to help me be successful next month. I also joined a gym. I'm walking/slow jogging 2miles on the treadmill and biking 5 miles two times a week when I go to the gym. Thanks for the encouragement. You're right. It's not forever, just temporary. The foods in "worried" about missing are Protein. I'll just be taking a vacation from them.

Thanks for the support!!!

I guess it isn't so much food funerals, but more kinda sad/nervous/anxious about the changes coming next month.

Thanks for your response. I don't take it as a sign I'm not ready either. I appreciate your point of view!!! I'm very aware of my thoughts and I'm not binge eating. Just very carefully planning my favorite foods over the next month. My husband is amazing on the grill. I know that there will be a time during recovery I won't be enjoying his amazing dinners. I'm still choosing protein and limiting my carbs. I'm just mentally preparing for missing food as I know my life is about to change for the better.

Thanks

Help! I know I shouldn't, but I am... So some of you are aware that I have a 12 month insurance program. During this time I've lost 40lbs. I graduate on September 30th and have a surgery date of October 19th!!! With that said, I know I shouldn't have food funerals, but now that I'm a month away I find myself saying...I want to make sure I have X before my surgery! I monitor my weight and I'm not gaining. I am definitely not eat as large of portions, but I need help changing my mind set! I know I'm not saying goodbye to smoked BBQ and grilled chicken wings for forever...

I have a 12 month program and have used it (on and off) while waiting on surgery. I've lost over 40lbs with its help. There are def side effect, but I made it work.

I had drains with my c section! Ouch! Mine hurt really really bad. ????

My surgeon also does his as outpatient. I'm scheduled for October 19.

We've got this!!!

It's a 12 month educational program...not a diet. Though I have lost and gained some along these 12 months. Congrats for being able to skip the 12 months. I wish I could have, but such is life.

I'll be praying with you! My office will submit for approval on the 30th. After 12months---my approval better not take long at all ???? So excited to have a surgery date buddy!!!!

You can do it!!!!

Awesome!!!! I can't wait to join the losers bench! I'm scheduled for October 19th!!!

Pick one habit to focus on each month. First I got rid of soda, then focused on portion control, next increasing protein, then increasing water....helps pass the time and shift to new post op habits.

You can do it! I graduate on September 30 from a 12 month insurance requirement!!!!

Does 33 count as younger? ????

Thanks for sharing this information.

I was looking for more info on them. Did you ever receive products?

Teacher

I'm a survivor of a 12 month wait! I graduate from my insurance program September 30 and am scheduled for October 19th. Don't get discouraged. Stick with it and jump through the hoops and remember it could be longer ????????☺️

That's insane!!! Their were self pay people at my seminar, but he was very clear the self pay patients get a great package and insurance is billed for a whole lot more!

Best wishes on this journey!!!!

Center for weight loss success. Dr. Thomas Clark

I've told everyone about my upcoming surgery. I've only received support. I figured people are going to talk either way. I wanted them to be informed when they talk. Lol. I'm very positive and up beat about my surgery (have some personal worries and fears). If anything some friends comment they wish they could has it done. The only "negative" was concern if it was a lapband, because they knew people who had problems with it. Everyone is different, but I wanted to be 110% truthful, maybe my journey will help another person I know start their journey. I know 5 people who have had WLS. I think it is becoming somewhat normal and less taboo. Good luck to everyone on their journey.