Luckygrl

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Hey all... I've been reading through trying to catch up on everyone. My paperwork will be resubmitted to insurance this week. I'm very excited and praying they approve me this time. It's very frustrating. Hope you all have a great week.
Mindi in Waterloo
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^ That's about what I'm like as well, and I'm almost four weeks from surgery. The no caffeine thing is killing me!!
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My energy level is better than it used to be but not much stamina yet. I have good energy but wear down quickly. Then I rest for a bit and have energy again.

Good to know Lucky. I'm sure I'll have those issues too. I am going to get some puzzles and adult coloring books beforehand. You are doing great with weight loss that has to feel so good.
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That's great news!!!! Write down any questions you have for your team as you get closer. It's hard to remember stuff as the time approaches because your mind will start feeling like it's all over the place. Keep reminding yourself of the reasons you want to do this. Keep your mind focused on all the positives. If you can find a place of peace and calm, it'll help tremendously. I think that's part of why it's been so smooth for me so far. I've tried to be extremely positive about the process. Really listen to what they tell you to do/not do. I think you'll do great. Congratulations! Keep us posted.

Yes we may wait till March to go. I have all in except nov 3rd group and one last psych visit on oct 26th. They have everything else they need.
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Really?? Awesome!!! How were you able to move it up? Did your travel plans change?

Oh my gosh big possibility I might have surgery in December! Keeping my fingers crossed! So excited!
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Awesome sauce! Once a person can eat it really is much better!Sirmikael, mindi, and patty...how are you guys doing?

Lucky that is so great! I am so happy for you! Wow 15 lbs must feel good too! I can't wait for my turn in March! So happy for you!
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Good afternoon!! I had my first postop appt today. It went great. I've lost 15lbs in 12 days. No complications at all. Healed up nicely and cleared to return to work. Yay!! Oh, and the best part.....I start pureed food this week!! Just in time for this weekend. My husband has a show this weekend and my neice will be visiting from MN so I planned to cook a big pot of chili. I'll actually get to enjoy some too!!
Looking back I remember feeling so skeptical and concerned of all that could go wrong. I'm so glad I did my research, found a great medical team and found my inner calm before doing it. I went into surgery ready for a new life and had complete trust in my team. I was assured that my surgeon would do her absolute best work (which she did) and that all I needed to do was follow exactly what my team asked of me (which I have). Zero complications. Zero regrets.

I am doing good. The mental game of this weight loss roller coaster is real and these last couple of weeks it has been a little difficult at times. Trying to use this first 6 months to really change the way I look at food and being honest with yourself is not always easy.

Hey Fran. I'm doing really well. Post op appt is tomorrow. Can't wait to get approved for pureed food. Still feeling really good. One incision is tender but I think it's ok. She'll check it out tomorrow. How are you doing Fran?

Ok that makes total sense. I will call tomorrow to talk to purple haired gal lol. I think I'd like it before my surgery to get some helpful hints and lose a few before surgery. Thank you!
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Good morning!! I'm feeling great!! I'm excited for my first postop appt on Tuesday. I've lost 13 lbs since my surgery 9-29. Since my last preop appt on 9-19 I've lost 21. I'm very happy with that. No complications.

I'm feeling almost 100% already. No pain at all, just a little fatigue. I just mowed, and I'm a little more beat than I usually am.
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Good morning!! I'm feeling great!! I'm excited for my first postop appt on Tuesday. I've lost 13 lbs since my surgery 9-29. Since my last preop appt on 9-19 I've lost 21. I'm very happy with that. No complications.

Cedar Rapids here. I'm 37, started this journey back in December at 417. My surgery was last Monday (9/26), and I'm one of the lucky ones, in terms of very minimal pain, zero nausea, and I went back to work one week after being released. This morning I weighed in at 370, but most of that weight loss was pre-surgery.
My surgery was at the University of Iowa, and my surgeon was Dr. Smith. My insurance required a six month diet, and I'm glad I had all of that time to prepare. I also had a few month delay due to a paperwork issue.
Right now, I'm feeling almost 100%, and I'm just nervous about this lengthy journey ahead of me. I'm glad to have this forum for support, and love to see fellow Iowans here!
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I did. It was like I was in a panic that my life was going to change so drastically. I had to have a heart to heart with myself lol. I had to remind myself over and over of my purpose for the surgery. And remind myself that overeating was only sabotaging my end goal. Maybe try journaling. Writing out how I feel helps sort through things too. Do you have a therapist? I have one that I see every month. That helps too. Remember why you're on this journey. You're worth it!

That's ok. Use the extra time to research, prepare your home, get into a walking/exercise habit, work on the no drinking after/while eating habit, etc. It'll be here before you know it. :-)

My energy is better every day. We've been out at stores or running errands almost daily since Monday. My stamina is low though. I can't go for long before I need to rest a bit. I'm honestly shocked at how well I feel after having a pretty major surgery. I can't stress enough, relax and just follow whatever the team tells you. You'll rock this!!

Yay!! Great news!!

Cleared yippee!
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Thanks I'm hoping he will know he's with Unity Point too.
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