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@losing_the_band. Hope they are able to get your sleep study taken care of quickly for you and that you can stick with your original date. My surgery has been put off for a month due to the slowness in getting some hematology reports. It's made me want to cry and throw a hissy fit! I just keep trying to remind myself that everything happens for a reason! Good luck!

Today is the day for you!! Praying you have a sense of calm and that everything goes splendidly well!!

((Beautyinprogress)), I am so very sorry to hear about your dad. The loss of a parent at any any age is gut wrenching and to know that this surgery may have saved his life has to be particularly hard. I'm praying for comfort and delight in good memories with your dad. As you undertake your own investigation into WLS, I understand wanting to honor your dad and learn from his situation. I would also encourage you to be personally ready for the surgery and the huge life change. When I lost my mom, people told me not to make any big changes in the first year. For me, that was very wise advice. Best of luck to you!

Congrats Nikikin!! I'm keeping my eyes glued to the phone waiting for the call! They are just waiting on one more clearance letter to come in!

I'm pre-op as well! Can always use folks to mutually encourage!

I've been lactose intolerant for about ten years. I tried the Lactaid milk and still had problems. However, since finding out about Fairlife Milk, I'm enjoying it again. And it has something like 13 grams of protein in a serving and less sugar than comparable milks. I love it! And my NUT approved the 2% chocolate milk for an occasional treat.

Good luck to all of you who have surgery this week!!

Emily9654, Thanks! I've used that before and handled it okay. I wonder if bypass patients can use it since it is time release. Anyone know?

Thinking about ordering the unflavored and the peanut butter cup. Looked for reviews on line but couldn't find any, so I'm here for Bariatric Pal input. Anyone put it to the taste test?

Medicare required three month medically supervised weight loss program documented by doctor. My out of pocket cost is nothing as I have both Medicare and a supplement.

I wouldn't have even looked at your arms if you hadn't said that. All I saw was a beautiful woman with a beautiful figure!

citygirlinburbs- I love what you said about WLS being the only surgery we feel we're being deceptive if we don't tell folks. I'm not sure it's the only one, but certainly darn close. I had a hysterectomy and didn't tell a lot of people anything other than I'm having surgery and when they asked said it's personal. Thank you for sharing that! I've been really struggling with feign deceptive particularly because all I told my dad was that I'm having surgery and that it was personal when he asked. I've had major issues with my sense of integrity, but you are right, there are many surgeries that we don't necessarily volunteer the type! Thanks for helping me gain perspective!

Happy dance!! That is awesome!! And inspiring. I need to be doing the same thing but as long as it's over a hundred degrees, I'll keep procrastinating!! Dreaming of a hot summer next year where going for a walk or even jog is no big deal because I'm not wearing a hundred+ pound coat!! You go girl!!

((Rollingring)) count me as a part of your support group. We all need to band together! (Pun unintentional!) I feel very alone too sometimes even though I have two good friends who know I'm going to have it and are very supportive. I don't know that anyone who hasn't been there can know how demoralizing and how much effort it takes to just exist when you have over 100 pounds to lose! Or how simultaneously scary and exciting the prospect of turning your life inside out is! You are not alone!!

I know that Sleevers lose the part of their stomach that produced gherlin, therefore reducing appetite. Does the same thing happen to bypass patients?

Momma bird- woo hoo! Sic Em Bears!! I'm a Baylor grad!!

Great ideas. I'll check into those. I've had to turn off my humidifier because of how much condensation is getting all over me! Even got a hose over and it didn't help. Nothing like waking up wet from your CPap!

Good luck!!!

I've taken the Centrum and like them a lot but they don't have iron. What r you doing for iron?

Just realized that I am a couple of days late in writing what I just did. Hope your recovery is going well!!

Congrats Newnewme!! Hoping and praying all goes well for you. In the hospital, just remember everyone is there to take care of you! Ask for what you need. Hospital staff get busy, so you may need to be persistent. Treat everyone with kindness and dignity and it is usually returned. When I had my hysterectomy, I brought a jar with Hershey kisses with a note to whoever came in that I was thankful for them and to help themselves. Got to know some great people who came by to get their chocolate fix. Not sure that would be appropriate given the surgery I'm having, so I'm trying to think of something else. Also, hospitals are not made for sleeping unless you are under anesthesia. I always take earplugs and an eye mask. I also always bring my pillow and a cheerful throw blanket to make it a little more homey. I also always take a play list of relaxing, uplifting music to listen to during my anxious moments. Good luck!

rmag's comment about amusement parks gave me a good visual for my surgery nerves. I love roller coasters but as I wait in line I'm usually scared to death (particularly on new ones!). I talk myself into backing out a number of times up to the point where they strap me in and I know I'm going to die! Before I know it, I'm having a great time. Yes, parts are scary and even downright difficult, but I haven't regretted a ride yet! (Of course, I only go on them at reputable theme parks! Guess it's kind of like going to a Center of Excellence!). I know I'm going to be nervous up until the time I'm asleep and that it's likely to be a wild ride, but I am ready for the thrill of a new life!!

Can't help with food suggestions since I'm not post-op but I bought the greatest backpack cooler at Target about six months ago. Perfect size to stick under or over a bus seat and great for on the go activities. I carry mine on planes with a note that I have a medical need to carry my own food. Might want to see if you can find it. I use it all the time!

Sajijoma- have you tried mybariaticpantry.com's soups? I'm looking for non-sweet sources of protein for the first few weeks and would love to know how these are.

Babykakes, how did it go today? I have to say that I'm a huge fan of my psychologist and therapy. I've been going for years to deal with a number of issues. It's so great to have someone I can talk to about anything without judgement!! He is a source of great wisdom, encouragement, challenge and support for me. Might as well put him on a lifetime retainer! Lol