Stacyc311

I'm scheduled for 6/12 and I have days I am excited and days I think I am completely crazy for doing this!

Good Morning Sleevers,
I had my presurgical seminar last night and I am mixed ball of emotions! But more than anything I am excited. I am not very excited about having a catheter. I guess my surgeon caths everyone. Oh well, I will survive.
I feel like because I have done so much research, I didn't learn anything earth shattering, but I got a lot of my quetions answered. What shocked me was some of the other people in my seminar and the little research they had done! Wow! Anyways, I go in for the rest of my pre-op tests in two weeks and hopefully everything will be good to go for June 15th! Hope everyone else is progressing well!

@@Stacyc311 stay the course! I wanted and seriously contemplated rny at 21. I let my mom talk me out of it. Finally last year I decided enough was enough! I went to seminars at different hospitals and got into a program before I told her! Lol
My mom like yours is obese. I've watched her struggle through every surgery she has had because of her being overweight. Everyday she goes home from work and sleeps. She misses out on being involved in my children's lives. She misses out on life in general because of the hold that food has on her. I was following in those same footsteps! I had to break the cycle. I couldn't risk ending up physically broken because of food.
I asked her to not tell anyone. But she did. She told my grandma in confidence! But she just found out that she then told 1 of my aunt's in confidence. Lord knows, my whole family probably knows now! When it's none of their business. It's mine! All of this to say, I understand. I am sorry:-( Stay the course to a healthy long life! I look forward to hearing of your successes on here!!

You know, you can always say "Mom, I want to live longer. To see my children's children. Don't YOU want that for me, too? If this is what I feel I have to do, then I will do it, with or without your support. YES, it's THAT important to me."

Thank Goodness that you are a grown woman with your own mind and that mom does not have legal power of attorney over your healthcare decisions. You can proceed as planned and set a good example for her. I have strived to be a pleasant and supportive mom for my daughters who are now grown (37 and 39), but there were times that they called me out on a judgemental attitude and straightened me out. I have learned so much more from my daughters than I think I ever taught them.
There seems to come a time when the circle of life reverses and the parent becomes the child; the teacher becomes the student. Be patient with your mom, but maintain a little distance until your are post-op. She might still be snarky, but she will know that you stand up for yourself and won't give your power to anyone....not even her.
I am 63 and had my surgery December 23, 2013. I am 5'4" and weighed 235 at the time of surgery. I had already had both knees replaced (I do not wish joint replacement on anybody) and many gastric issues. I was pre-diabetic and on a cocktail of meds for high blood pressure. My mother died before her time of an abdominal anyeurism at the age of 67. Her mother lived to be 98. Mother weighed 320 pounds and was bigger around than she was tall (5'2").
What convinced me to have the surgery was a stroke - a freakin' stroke. That's when I knew I was done with dieting, the food pyramid, and common wisdom about metabolism. I was clearly becoming my mother. Please stand your ground and don't become your mother. Your children need a mother who is present in their lives and not on the sidelines feeling 80 at the age of 40.
Hang in there. I wish you good luck and good health.

Of anyone who should understand why I am doing this procedure, I would think it would be my mom. My mom has struggled with obesity most of her adult life. She has had several surgeries because of obesity related issues. In 2014 she had 4 surgeries and almost had to skip my bridal shower and wedding because she was so sick. My theory is, have this one surgery now, on my terms, and prevent having to have my knees and hips replaced when I am her age. Her theory is why screw up a "healthy" body when you don't need to. I'm 29, married and "healthy", just overweight. The only time I have ever been a normal weight was when I had a drug problem when I was a teenager.
My mom always makes snarky comments about me having surgery. And this weekend it really came to head. We ran into two of aunts when out running errands on Friday. Its bad enough when she makes comments to me, but it really upsets me when she says things in front of other people. Especially people who I haven't even decided if I am going to share with them that I am having the surgery done. So my mom told both my aunts that I am having this done, then she went into her laundry list of reasons why it's not a good idea.
I feel that I should be able to decide who I want to share my news with and who I don't want to tell. I am not doing this in secrecy, but I'm not sharing it with everyone. I have told my immediate family, 2 coworkers and about 5 close friends. I'm sure everyone will eventually find out, but I want to tell them on my terms.
It would be just be really nice to be supported, especially by my mom. Thanks for listening.

I am moving right along as well! I'm glad to see everyone else too! I had my endoscopy on Tuesday and it was a piece of cake! Next I have to schedule my other pre-surgical tests and my appointment with my PCP and I am good to go.
Very excited, not really nervous at all! I feel like I am being held hostage in this body and I am being rescued on June 15th!
Love hearing everyone's progress and experiences! Looking forward to our transformations!

I am moving right along as well! I'm glad to see everyone else too! I had my endoscopy on Tuesday and it was a piece of cake! Next I have to schedule my other pre-surgical tests and my appointment with my PCP and I am good to go.
Very excited, not really nervous at all! I feel like I am being held hostage in this body and I am being rescued on June 15th!
Love hearing everyone's progress and experiences! Looking forward to our transformations!

I am moving right along as well! I'm glad to see everyone else too! I had my endoscopy on Tuesday and it was a piece of cake! Next I have to schedule my other pre-surgical tests and my appointment with my PCP and I am good to go.
Very excited, not really nervous at all! I feel like I am being held hostage in this body and I am being rescued on June 15th!
Love hearing everyone's progress and experiences! Looking forward to our transformations!

Of anyone who should understand why I am doing this procedure, I would think it would be my mom. My mom has struggled with obesity most of her adult life. She has had several surgeries because of obesity related issues. In 2014 she had 4 surgeries and almost had to skip my bridal shower and wedding because she was so sick. My theory is, have this one surgery now, on my terms, and prevent having to have my knees and hips replaced when I am her age. Her theory is why screw up a "healthy" body when you don't need to. I'm 29, married and "healthy", just overweight. The only time I have ever been a normal weight was when I had a drug problem when I was a teenager.
My mom always makes snarky comments about me having surgery. And this weekend it really came to head. We ran into two of aunts when out running errands on Friday. Its bad enough when she makes comments to me, but it really upsets me when she says things in front of other people. Especially people who I haven't even decided if I am going to share with them that I am having the surgery done. So my mom told both my aunts that I am having this done, then she went into her laundry list of reasons why it's not a good idea.
I feel that I should be able to decide who I want to share my news with and who I don't want to tell. I am not doing this in secrecy, but I'm not sharing it with everyone. I have told my immediate family, 2 coworkers and about 5 close friends. I'm sure everyone will eventually find out, but I want to tell them on my terms.
It would be just be really nice to be supported, especially by my mom. Thanks for listening.

Of anyone who should understand why I am doing this procedure, I would think it would be my mom. My mom has struggled with obesity most of her adult life. She has had several surgeries because of obesity related issues. In 2014 she had 4 surgeries and almost had to skip my bridal shower and wedding because she was so sick. My theory is, have this one surgery now, on my terms, and prevent having to have my knees and hips replaced when I am her age. Her theory is why screw up a "healthy" body when you don't need to. I'm 29, married and "healthy", just overweight. The only time I have ever been a normal weight was when I had a drug problem when I was a teenager.
My mom always makes snarky comments about me having surgery. And this weekend it really came to head. We ran into two of aunts when out running errands on Friday. Its bad enough when she makes comments to me, but it really upsets me when she says things in front of other people. Especially people who I haven't even decided if I am going to share with them that I am having the surgery done. So my mom told both my aunts that I am having this done, then she went into her laundry list of reasons why it's not a good idea.
I feel that I should be able to decide who I want to share my news with and who I don't want to tell. I am not doing this in secrecy, but I'm not sharing it with everyone. I have told my immediate family, 2 coworkers and about 5 close friends. I'm sure everyone will eventually find out, but I want to tell them on my terms.
It would be just be really nice to be supported, especially by my mom. Thanks for listening.

Of anyone who should understand why I am doing this procedure, I would think it would be my mom. My mom has struggled with obesity most of her adult life. She has had several surgeries because of obesity related issues. In 2014 she had 4 surgeries and almost had to skip my bridal shower and wedding because she was so sick. My theory is, have this one surgery now, on my terms, and prevent having to have my knees and hips replaced when I am her age. Her theory is why screw up a "healthy" body when you don't need to. I'm 29, married and "healthy", just overweight. The only time I have ever been a normal weight was when I had a drug problem when I was a teenager.
My mom always makes snarky comments about me having surgery. And this weekend it really came to head. We ran into two of aunts when out running errands on Friday. Its bad enough when she makes comments to me, but it really upsets me when she says things in front of other people. Especially people who I haven't even decided if I am going to share with them that I am having the surgery done. So my mom told both my aunts that I am having this done, then she went into her laundry list of reasons why it's not a good idea.
I feel that I should be able to decide who I want to share my news with and who I don't want to tell. I am not doing this in secrecy, but I'm not sharing it with everyone. I have told my immediate family, 2 coworkers and about 5 close friends. I'm sure everyone will eventually find out, but I want to tell them on my terms.
It would be just be really nice to be supported, especially by my mom. Thanks for listening.

My date is June 15th! I am a teacher so I scheduled my surgery for the first Monday we are out so I have to summer to recovery. I am grateful for this extra time to really think about the decision I am making and research and prepare myself for the all the major changes that are going to be taking place in a few short months.
On a side note, we got an invite to a wedding the Dominican Republic in November. For the first time in my life I am not freaking out about wearing a bathing suit around a bunch of people who like just they did when we were in high school because I will be thinner! Woohoo! So excited !

My date is June 15th! I am a teacher so I scheduled my surgery for the first Monday we are out so I have to summer to recovery. I am grateful for this extra time to really think about the decision I am making and research and prepare myself for the all the major changes that are going to be taking place in a few short months.
On a side note, we got an invite to a wedding the Dominican Republic in November. For the first time in my life I am not freaking out about wearing a bathing suit around a bunch of people who like just they did when we were in high school because I will be thinner! Woohoo! So excited !

My date is June 15th! I am a teacher so I scheduled my surgery for the first Monday we are out so I have to summer to recovery. I am grateful for this extra time to really think about the decision I am making and research and prepare myself for the all the major changes that are going to be taking place in a few short months.
On a side note, we got an invite to a wedding the Dominican Republic in November. For the first time in my life I am not freaking out about wearing a bathing suit around a bunch of people who like just they did when we were in high school because I will be thinner! Woohoo! So excited !

My date is June 15th! I am a teacher so I scheduled my surgery for the first Monday we are out so I have to summer to recovery. I am grateful for this extra time to really think about the decision I am making and research and prepare myself for the all the major changes that are going to be taking place in a few short months.
On a side note, we got an invite to a wedding the Dominican Republic in November. For the first time in my life I am not freaking out about wearing a bathing suit around a bunch of people who like just they did when we were in high school because I will be thinner! Woohoo! So excited !

My date is June 15th! I am a teacher so I scheduled my surgery for the first Monday we are out so I have to summer to recovery. I am grateful for this extra time to really think about the decision I am making and research and prepare myself for the all the major changes that are going to be taking place in a few short months.
On a side note, we got an invite to a wedding the Dominican Republic in November. For the first time in my life I am not freaking out about wearing a bathing suit around a bunch of people who like just they did when we were in high school because I will be thinner! Woohoo! So excited !

My date is June 15th! I am a teacher so I scheduled my surgery for the first Monday we are out so I have to summer to recovery. I am grateful for this extra time to really think about the decision I am making and research and prepare myself for the all the major changes that are going to be taking place in a few short months.
On a side note, we got an invite to a wedding the Dominican Republic in November. For the first time in my life I am not freaking out about wearing a bathing suit around a bunch of people who like just they did when we were in high school because I will be thinner! Woohoo! So excited !

My date is June 15th! I am a teacher so I scheduled my surgery for the first Monday we are out so I have to summer to recovery. I am grateful for this extra time to really think about the decision I am making and research and prepare myself for the all the major changes that are going to be taking place in a few short months.
On a side note, we got an invite to a wedding the Dominican Republic in November. For the first time in my life I am not freaking out about wearing a bathing suit around a bunch of people who like just they did when we were in high school because I will be thinner! Woohoo! So excited !

June 10th Is my date ! I don't think my insurance required much I was pretty taken back how easy it was

I don't know about the rest of you, but I'm so aware of this decision I've made to the point where I'm probably clinically obsessing. I read more, I check out youtube videos of the procedure, I read posts, I look at before/after pictures, I even read recipes. I'm so anxious to get on with it, on the one hand, and terrified on the other. Maybe terrified is too strong a word...sobered. I'm sobered by the seriousness that this change will mean for me for the rest of my life.
If I didn't have so much grading to do, I would have gone to my first support meeting tonight. I'm eager to meet others who are further down the road than me. I have nearly everything in place, but haven't had my consult with the surgeon yet. That's going to happen in early April.
I've circled June 9th on the calendar, so here's hoping that's when it turns out to be!

I am self-pay, so I don't have to jump through insurance hoops. Sucks that I have to pay out of pocket but glad I don't have so many restrictions in order to have surgery.
I am a teacher, so I scheduled the surgery right after school is out. I have had my psych eval and met with the nutritionist. All I have to do now is the pre-surgery class and a physical, both of which are scheduled 6/2.
Getting ready...nervous, but ready!

Going through my insurance required six month supervised diet. Very anxious for time to pass to get my surgery. I finish in May, so am optimistically looking at June for surgery. Anyone else around my stage? Isn't the wait killing you????

Awesome feeling to set the date. Congrats!

Aside from setting my wedding date, this was probably the most exciting date I have ever set in my life! My surgery date is June 15th and I am thrilled. For the last 10 years I have put on an average of ten pounds a year. I feel like garbage and I am exhausted all the time.
I am a 6th grade teacher and so I scheduled my surgery for the first Monday we are out of school. My husband is very supportive, my mother is terrified and 99% of my friends are very supporttive. I have one friend who is less than thrilled I am choosing to have this surgery. This is also my friend who I have yo-yo dieted with since we were 13. She has struggled with her weight all of her life as well. Either way I am excited to start this journey and share my experiences with all of you! Looking forward to learning lots and lots!