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I'm from New Hampshire as well. Gastric bypass surgery is scheduled for 8/2. I'm in southern NH, so if anyone is nearby and wants to hookup at any point in their journey, we can help each other out.

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If you don't want truthful answers to questions that you already know the answer to, maybe not ask them in a public forum and just follow your drs. instructions to avoid any complications??? Just a thought Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

Hello!! I got my date of Aug. 2 for bypass as well!!! We'll have to be surgery buddies....it will help us both through this crazy process! Congrats on your date, it will be here before you know it. Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

My date is August 2!!! Congratulations! Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

I went for my meeting with my surgeon yesterday and got my surgery date of Aug. 2. I went in with the mindset of getting RNY, but after an hour of speaking with the surgeon about pros and cons of each surgery, I was going with the VSG. My reasoning for originally deciding on RNY was that sweets and sugary foods are a major issue for me and I loved that deterrent that comes with having the bypass. The surgeon made a valid point in that I can't be certain that sugar and high carb foods will cause me distress and act as that deterrent. After thinking about all that we talked about, the only thing that is really nagging at me is the fact that I asked him what size bougie he used and would I have any choice/say in the matter. He told me that he uses a 40f and that was that. I personally, would feel more comfortable with a 36 or even 38 as I would like the safest option with the greatest restriction. I have not signed my final paperwork as of yet, and am feeling that I only plan on doing this once, so if I can't get anything smaller than the 40f, I will go with the bypass. Could anyone that has some experience under their belt give me a little guidance in what my best option would be under the circumstances? Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

sending fr. ty!! Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

I have custody of my 9 yr. old grandson since he was 3 mos. old. I told him that my body was processing food into too much fat and not enough energy and that the doctor was going to do a surgery that will help me get healthy again so we can go hiking and biking again and that it will help me not have to take so many medicines because I will be healthier. I also told him that I was going to have to eat healthier and asked him if he minded very much if I didn't buy so many junky Snacks and stuck to the healthier choices. He was all for it!! He loves fruits and veggies anyway so that wasn't too hard for him. lol I told him I was going to be tired right after surgery and sore, but not for very long. He was great, saying he would help Papa take care of me and he is so excited to be able to do things together again. Be honest, but age appropriate and include them in your journey. You'll be pleasantly surprised, I think. I know I was. Good luck with "the talk" lol. Let us know how it goes. Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

Could you please add me as well? Mary Moynihan McPherson. Don't have an exact date yet, but was told it looks good for end of June! Tysm Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

Had my hysterectomy with it. It was a great experience with very little pain and minimal down time Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

I am almost done with all my requirements and will hopefully have a surgery date in June or early July. I had my mind set on the sleeve this entire time, but in reading some of the posts I am second guessing myself. Maybe go with bypass??? I am a terrible grazer and sweet addict once I get going. From what I have read, the bypass may be more of a reinforcement to help me get over these behaviors. I just am leary of rerouting my intestines if it's not necessary. Smh....anybody have any advice either way to help me make this decision? Thanks guys!! Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

I am almost done with all my requirements and will hopefully have a surgery date in June or early July. I had my mind set on the sleeve this entire time, but in reading some of the posts I am second guessing myself. Maybe go with bypass??? I am a terrible grazer and sweet addict once I get going. From what I have read, the bypass may be more of a reinforcement to help me get over these behaviors. I just am leary of rerouting my intestines if it's not necessary. Smh....anybody have any advice either way to help me make this decision? Thanks guys!! Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

Are the support groups open? And for post-op folks? I would love to get information, thoughts and .....well, support from others locally who have had this done and going to.I'm in the process of going through my approval steps at cmc in Manchester. They have great open support groups monthly for both pre and post op. Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

Hi! I'm in the process of going through my approval steps at cmc. Awesome program for before, during, and after surgery. Great support systems from my experience so far Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

I say use it for some cute sandals or undies. You can t go wrong. Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

How are things going for you? I hope all is well???? Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

Good thing we all go for a psych consult presurg. lol Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

I have been doing myfitnesspal for the past year. This is my second time in the past three years trying this program. My doctors office is aware of my attempts, and passed this on in a letter to my surgeons office along with my medical records. My insurance is Anthem Blue Cross and requires 6 mos. supervised weight loss documented by physician. Will my log from myfitnesspal be sufficient for insurance coverage? Just wondering if anyone else had similar programs cover this pre-requisite for ins. Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

Just started my jourey and your pics are very inspiring. thanks for sharing Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

what insurance do you have? i believe i have the same requirement and it would be great to find out that it was revised or something. lol Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

i have anthem as well. My policy requires a 6 mo. supervised diet, BMI of 40 or 35 with comorbidities and that's pretty much it. Check on their website. It lists all the req Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App requirements. Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

Going to my first of two support meetings on Monday Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

Also, what do they accept as a supervised diet for insurances that require it? I have Anthem and they require 6 mos. That would be the only thing that would be holding me up in the process that I can see. Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

Just went to my info seminar and submitted initial paperwork. They said they would call beginning of next week to schedule first appts. I'm so excited...nervous, but excited. lol Can you tell me what the initial intake appt. was like? Do they weigh with all your clothes on? measure you? how long is appt? I'm at a BMI of 35 with clothes and my primary told me to grab a sandwich and large Water before my appt. if it was in a johnny. lol Sent from my K010 using the BariatricPal App

I'm going to the Obesity Treatment Center at CMC in Manchester. How did your surgery go? and where did you have it done?