catlady2012

I live about 45 minutes north of Memphis, just relocated recently. Had sleeve in 2012. Would love to have a nearby support group.

@@Kimmey16 Who did your surgery? Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

@@Dana Hardin Cook I had my sleeve surgery about 4 years ago and it was a great decision..lost 130#. Will be glad to answer any questions you may have and be a mentor in whatever you need. Please PM me. I was 58 when I had my surgery and just wish I had done it sooner. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

I had to have my hubby take a full length picture of me. I keep it posted on frig. Looking at it daily is helping my brain recognize the "new" me. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

My process was 6 months.. insurance required a 3 month supervised weight program and I had several cardiology appointments before being cleared. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

What area in Tennessee do you live? I am near Memphis. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

@@Dana I had my surgery in 2012 and will gladly provide any support and answer any questions I can. It is normal to be nervous and losing weight pre-surgery is very difficult. What is your diet like? You may need to switch it up a bit to lose those pesky pounds. I have found that a few days of a couple of shakes and one low carb/high Protein meal works for me. You have received good advice here. Please reach out to us that have gone through process for some great support. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

Ketosis made me to not be able to stand myself. This condition lasted until I began pureed foods. It gets better every day..congrats on continued success. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

I wish I didn't know who she was. But I seem to see her all the time now on tv and stories on the Internet. I hated that stupid show Full House and now it's making a comeback! Noooo!It's difficult to see a Hallmark movie without her playing one of the characters. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

Only I am the one that loosens the cover and my husband complains. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

I was told basically the same thing. My pain level wasn't too bad the first week but I did experience bad nausea. You definitely do not want to vomit and risk internal damage. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

I had a small one done on my boob one year post op when I hit goal and a large one on the back of my shoulder 3 years post op. No problems. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

I had a kidney infection that was diagnosed one week before my surgery. My surgeon's office said I would have to postpone my surgery if I could not clear it..strong antibiotics. Had another urine test day before scheduled surgery and all clear. Best wishes to you. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

I was pregnancy tested and have been past menopause for over 10 years. Guess it just depends on surgeon's protocols. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

Yes so am I..too much. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

My starting weight is what my insurance counted also. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

I was permitted baby food during pureed, soft food phase. It was great having a nice variety. @@RosieCheeks Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

It definitely gets easier. The first month is difficult, but the first 2 weeks are the hardest. Go easy on yourself. Rest as needed and walk, walk for gas and sip, sip to get in your Protein and water. Best wishes. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

@@VSGAnn2014 I agree with you that it is not a constant diet staple but as you said sometimes you get caught in a budget hotel and have a bagel from their continental Breakfast. If eggs are available, that is a great alternative. But sometimes you just cannot plan for all contingencies. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

I crushed mine which were not smaller than an aspirin or available in liquid form for 30 days. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

@@AmyMarie79, I have tried several brands of unflavored Protein but have not found any that I could tolerate consistency. Good luck and keep us posted. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

@@Debra Henson. I also experienced this. My surgeon said it was my body being in ketosis from consuming no carbs. Once I started consuming soft/pureed food, it subsided. My husband said never smelled anything. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

@@lat72 I sent you a PM. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

Congratulations. I have dealt with UHC and it takes a lot of follow up to keep things moving. Sent from my XT1096 using the BariatricPal App

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