mommyfrog3

Thanks for the info

We're in the same boat! I am 46 and have 3 sons. Ages 25, 21, and 19. I have also been on that same yo-yo ride! Enough is enough! I will be sleeved sometime in December. Have about 3 months of classes left then it's waiting for insurance approval! Glad I found some people my age and would love to chat back and forth about our journey! Congrats to all!

We're in the same boat! I am 46 and have 3 sons. Ages 25, 21, and 19. I have also been on that same yo-yo ride! Enough is enough! I will be sleeved sometime in December. Have about 3 months of classes left then it's waiting for insurance approval! Glad I found some people my age and would love to chat back and forth about our journey! Congrats to all!

I used to say that I would never join a gym. But here I am...just bought a membership yesterday to a gym that has a pool! I have been going as a guest for a few weeks and been Water walking with my mom for 2 hours a day 3 times a week. I have lost 13 pounds in about 4 weeks! It's amazing! It's great exercise and the good thing about it is you don't feel tired or hurt. It's exercise that I really enjoy and its working!

@Elode...oh I see. Thanks for the info. I have changed my eating habits and exercise more. I've actually lost 21lbs since this process began. But haven't been working on eating slower, drinking, all that stuff. Guess we will see. I have about 3 months left and I will be changed for the better! You are one of the first people that I saw postings from when I first joined this group. So I tend to watch and see what your comments are to other people and learn what I can from you all. Thanks again!

Go for it girl!

I used to say that I would never join a gym. But here I am...just bought a membership yesterday to a gym that has a pool! I have been going as a guest for a few weeks and been Water walking with my mom for 2 hours a day 3 times a week. I have lost 13 pounds in about 4 weeks! It's amazing! It's great exercise and the good thing about it is you don't feel tired or hurt. It's exercise that I really enjoy and its working!

@Elode...oh I see. Thanks for the info. I have changed my eating habits and exercise more. I've actually lost 21lbs since this process began. But haven't been working on eating slower, drinking, all that stuff. Guess we will see. I have about 3 months left and I will be changed for the better! You are one of the first people that I saw postings from when I first joined this group. So I tend to watch and see what your comments are to other people and learn what I can from you all. Thanks again!

Thoughts and prayers coming your way! Pull that strength from inside and do it! We're here for you!

@Elode...thanks for the pancake recipe. I haven't been sleeved yet but I'm making a recipe book for myself afterwards. They look so yummy! Did I read somewhere in this thread that you didn't change your habits until after the surgery? If so how did that work for you? I'm thinking of doing this. It would probably be the best choice for me.

Thanks for sharing this! Really makes me think about the whole process. It's not just a physical process but also a mental one.

Same here. I spent a month and a half stressing over this psychologist appointment all to be 15 minutes in the office! It was a nice one on one with just general conversation. You will be ok. They want you to succeed! Just take a deep breath and go for it!

Same here. I spent a month and a half stressing over this psychologist appointment all to be 15 minutes in the office! It was a nice one on one with just general conversation. You will be ok. They want you to succeed! Just take a deep breath and go for it!

@@Tazi I am also just beginning this journey. I have 5 months of nutrition classes left and cardiologist and pulmonary drs to see. Plus EDG test next month. It's a 6 month journey but it will be a sweet ending. I'm from south jersey. Welcome aboard!

Hope all is well.

Yes we are doing this for our health. We have our physical health that the surgery will help with diabetes and high blood pressure, sleep apnea and all the other issues that we face. But there is also our mental health. I'm sure we all have stories of feeling out of place because of our weight. Not wanting to do certain things because we're afraid we won't fit in the seat or not wanting to participate in a sporting event because of how we might look. But we are taking the steps that we need to physically and mentally make us better people. And in turn that will take care of our spiritual being because we will be much happier and healthier! You are not alone by any means. There are 1000s of people in your shoes (including me) but look at it this way at least you are brave enough to say it!

@@scamp662 like you I seem to be a little older than some here (46) but age is just a number right? I am nervous also about my EGD test. I have been put under before but just a little apprehensive. Can't wait for it to be done!

Same here. I spent a month and a half stressing over this psychologist appointment all to be 15 minutes in the office! It was a nice one on one with just general conversation. You will be ok. They want you to succeed! Just take a deep breath and go for it!

All surgeons and programs are different. I am 100% insurance paid. I have BCBSDE. So far I have just had to pay my copay which is $40 for specialist. And my hospital charges $100.00 fee for the program plus $60.00 for my nutrition classes. I still have to see cardiologist and pulmonary drs. Plus I already had a psychologist exam. It seems like your insurance requires a lot less than mine. Jumping through hoops but it goes fast so I hear. Good luck!

@@Miz.Phenom I was nervous too about the psychological exam but it was a breeze. Just like I told my psychologist " Are any of us really normal? Hahaha! I have my EGD next month! Here we go! We are doing this!

I know the feeling. I still have 5 nutrition classes to go. Plus pulmonary and cardiologist. Seems like a long process but I just keep thinking about the skinny me! It helps!

I've had several catheters. It's not a big deal. It hurts but only for a moment. It will be quick. Hang in there!

Yes we are doing this for our health. We have our physical health that the surgery will help with diabetes and high blood pressure, sleep apnea and all the other issues that we face. But there is also our mental health. I'm sure we all have stories of feeling out of place because of our weight. Not wanting to do certain things because we're afraid we won't fit in the seat or not wanting to participate in a sporting event because of how we might look. But we are taking the steps that we need to physically and mentally make us better people. And in turn that will take care of our spiritual being because we will be much happier and healthier! You are not alone by any means. There are 1000s of people in your shoes (including me) but look at it this way at least you are brave enough to say it!

Yes we are doing this for our health. We have our physical health that the surgery will help with diabetes and high blood pressure, sleep apnea and all the other issues that we face. But there is also our mental health. I'm sure we all have stories of feeling out of place because of our weight. Not wanting to do certain things because we're afraid we won't fit in the seat or not wanting to participate in a sporting event because of how we might look. But we are taking the steps that we need to physically and mentally make us better people. And in turn that will take care of our spiritual being because we will be much happier and healthier! You are not alone by any means. There are 1000s of people in your shoes (including me) but look at it this way at least you are brave enough to say it!

In other words speak with your surgeon. They will point you in the right direction and help you make the right choice.