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So I've noticed that since surgery when I have a drink it hits me hard and I actually blackout when I drink now. I feel super guilty every time I drink now and don't like that feeling. I've decided to stop drinking for a while after another weekend of "OMG what did I put on social media/text/say to people". I will be having drinks in September when I go to Italy but I feel like it would be a good idea to stay sober until then because even though I only drink on Saturdays, I over indulge. Has anyone else been going through drinking issues or do any of you have good mock tail recipes? All the ones I'm finding are carbonated and that's a no no for us. Thanks for listening!!

Thank you for all your feedback guys! I wouldn't consider myself an alcoholic by any means. It's just 2 glasses of wine hit me hard and I'll be in social settings and the "peer pressure" to keep having drinks makes me think oh one more, until I'm wasted. This isn't an everyday thing, and I'm definitely not trying to justify my behavior because I clearly have a problem with knowing my limit after surgery. It's frustrating going from being able to out drink the pack and now I'm still in that mind set but I definitely can't do that. I think taking a step back for a while would be best.

I'm a month out and trying to figure out an exercise routine. I don't want to over do anything especially since I only get around 4-500 calories in am still struggling with my water intake. Any advice on a routine?

Hi! I start soft and puréed foods tomorrow (woohoo!!) and was wondering if deli turkey chewed well is ok. Or the Morningstar breakfast patties or burger pattis would be ok? They're made of beans and such and I know they can fall apart easily and be chewed down well. Or should I wait still on those? Oh! And what about turkey pepperoni as little protein pick me ups? I bought an egg, tuna, and avocado to get started. So excited!!

Hi! I had surgery 11/18/15. I was told I could start soft foods tomorrow 11/29/15 and two weeks after that I can start regular foods.

So this may be a dumb question but I am dying for a different flavor other than freaking vanilla or chocolate for protein shakes and was wondering if the whole, no fruit or veggies thing counts if it's all blended up? So if I made a spinach, mango, and peach smoothie with water and zero chunks? And of course with some protein powder thrown in (yay unflavored unjury!). Oh and I'm 7 days post op and on full liquids until Sunday when I get to start purées!! Thanks for the help!

I'm in the same boat right now. My thing is I'm afraid to drink enough because then when I get nauseated I'm afraid to throw up liquids.

Omg my nausea is terrible too! I have my surgery on Wednesday and I can't keep anything down. I'm dry heaving and puking after baby sips.

Hi! My 6mo diet and all the information was submitted for approval last week! I'm wondering if it's too soon to call my insurance to make sure they have everything they need to make a determination. Did anyone on here call their insurance? If yes, how long did you wait and what types of questions did you ask? Thanks!!!

Have you joined our nov 2015 group yet?I have not! What's the name of the group?It is a secret group and not visible in a search so I can only add ppl on my friends list. Send me a friend request on FB and I'll get you added once your added I'll un friend you so my stuff doesn't show up on your feed. My name on FB is Anna Montagna-Galanos. Excited to have you in our group! Ok I just added you! I'm Autumn Nicole!

Have you joined our nov 2015 group yet? I have not! What's the name of the group?

I just got my date today!! November 18th!!! I'm so excited!!

I was approved!!!! I got the news today!! My surgery is scheduled for 11/18/15!!!

I just found out my information won't be submitted until today so that sucks. And then my insurance confused the hell out of me by telling me they don't do pre-authorizations for wls and that I would have the surgery first and then the information would be submitted to claims. I've been on the phone back and forth all morning between the weight loss clinic and my insurance. Finally the insurance coordinator from the weight loss clinic informed me I was speaking to a claims person who had no idea what she was talking about and that they were submitting everything today. So calling insurance gets me no where and now I'm anxiously waiting. Damn Carefirst BCBS.

5'2" over here and pre-op. Hoping to be approved and scheduled soon!

Where are my Maryland people at? I'm near Hagerstown. Is anyone else local and going through pre-op?

That's amazing! Congratulations!! I have one more appointment for my 6th month diet this month and then everything gets sent off for approval. I'm pretty nervous and scared I won't be approved but here's hoping!

Me! I'm post op, but I think he was fantastic. Congrats on being post op! How are you holding up? I'm hoping to be approved at the end of this month.

Is anyone else going through Dr. Small in Hagerstown?

Help! Has anyone been denied by their insurance for gaining weight during the 6mo diet? I've gained around 20lbs! My doctor took me off of phentermine that was somewhat helping me with my eating habits. I only have this month and September left for the 6mo diet and have everything else done. I'm just really nervous about the weight gain. Has this happened to anyone else? Thanks!!!

I called my weight loss clinic and spoke with the insurance coordinator. She said I could definitely be denied due to weight gain but to have my doctor for my 6mo diet make notes about my medications changing. I have Carefirst BCBS. Now I'm even more nervous.

How exciting!!! Good luck!!

I'm so excited to fit comfortably in seats at amusement parks and not have to go to extended seats or be kicked out of line. I had that happen at Cedar Point and it was mortifying. I also can't wait to feel better when working out. Because right now it's horrible and not motivating.

I'm finishing my 6mo diet this month but was told my insurance (BCBS) doesn't count the first month so I'll actually have to go until September, ugh. But I have my psych evaluation this Friday and I need to get blood work done (can also be this weekend woo!). After my last 6mo diet appointment I can have everything submitted! I was originally hoping for a September surgery date but now it's looking like October. Either way I can't wait!! I'm definitely looking for a buddy in this process. I'll be sleeved in Maryland!

Ack! I'm so worried about this too. My pcp took me off of a prescription that has been helping me maintain weight (it was supposed to help with weightloss but it didn't work for me). Well since she's taken me off I've gained 20lbs!!! I'm so scared I'll be turned down by insurance now!!