NewLA

I'm in Camp Springs MD and travel all the way to Frederick MD with Dr. MCKENNA. I had a friend go with the practice and used my flex spending to pay the fee. My insurance requires 90 day nutrition and I started in February 2016. Hoping to schedule for late June 2016
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Had them tonight. Just the meat, veggies, sour cream and guacamole. No rice, but ate black Beans. High and Protein meal actually. I did steak and shrimp. Will have food for 4 meals, but it's a treat
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I use my Protein shake in my coffee...specifically the carmel one. Knocks two birds with one stone!!!! Sent from my SM-G920T using the BariatricPal App

I use my Protein shake in my coffee...specifically the carmel one. Knocks two birds with one stone!!!! Sent from my SM-G920T using the BariatricPal App

My nut just responded that i can have all the coffee i want tx guys
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Thanks. That was my biggest concern. I haven't had a real period in 8 years and i DONT want one! Sent from my SM-N920T using the BariatricPal App

Have Mirena and did not have to take mine out for surgery (June 30th). However I know some who DID have to remove it prior to surgery so talk to your surgeon just to be sure.
Another person in my group asked if it could be a contributing factor to her non weight loss as she had it put in AFTER her surgery, so you can ask your surgeron that question as well.
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I wear multi overnight on shoulder. B12 must be worn daytime as it can keep you awake
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Personal preference sweetie.. I like thin/athletic men.. My current BF is 160 pounds.. My ex husband was BUILT.. AND he was a marathon runner! What you LIKE has nothing to do with what you LOOK LIKE! I am the opposite of them, but they found me attractive even though I didn't have a similar body to theirs.
For me it has nothing to do with self-loathing as some here have suggested.. I've never had a problem with the aesthetics of my weight and I've always been confident...(perhaps why I've never had a shortage in the men department???) I'm losing the weight strictly for my health. When I am thinner, I'll still like thin/athletic men.

I use the multi Vitamin and the Calcium with D3 daily at the same time. I rotate them between my chest under my bra to keep them on easily and my shoulders Under my bra strap again keeps them in place all day. The only time they have come off is when I used them when I sleep.. I move around way to much.. Key is to just grab the corner when taking them off the page..

I had my surgery with Dr McKenna for VSG. @@tcmcg Great surgeon
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I had my surgery done by Dr McKenna!!!! Sent from my SM-G920T using the BariatricPal App

@@chycky I attend group at Holy Cross Silver Spring.... there is one at Southern Maryland Hospital
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I'm feeling really good. This was not what I was expecting. In my mind this was going to be so much worse. My time frame may have helped it... my total process from start to finish was 120 days. Sent from my SM-G920T using the BariatricPal App

I was sleeved last Thursday. I live in Camp Springs but was sleeved with a surgeon in Frederick MD
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@@chycky I attend group at Holy Cross Silver Spring.... there is one at Southern Maryland Hospital
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Hi there! Just joined bariatric pal & was so happy to see posts from fellow Marylanders! I go to school in Catonsville, but I live in Frederick & am being sleeved by Dr. Stephen McKenna sometime in October. I've done most of my pre-op clearance stuff. Only the pulmonologist and cardiologist left! I go for a stress test this coming Monday, but I'm not really worried about any of it. My insurance required a six month waiting period, so I've been at this for a few months now. I'll have my clearance appointment at the end of September and I can't wait!
Nice to meet all of you! Wishing you all the best luck!
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Hi, NewLA! Congrats on your surgery! How are you feeling?

I was sleeved last Thursday. I live in Camp Springs but was sleeved with a surgeon in Frederick MD
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I waited about three months.
Gained the approval from my surgeon.
I've still not had beer....and will continue not having beer. Carbonation isn't something I like...don't want the burps....and the calories from beer are not friendly to my weight loss efforts at this time.
Quality vodka or tequila mixed with very low calorie mixer or fresh squeezed lime juice and such are what I drink when I want an adult drank.
I'll equate the impact as being on par with how it was pre-op....just slightly stronger than before. I attribute this to drinking on an empty stomach....and whatever differences the smaller stomach contribute.
I can still drink at a good clip....just not so fast or much.
I'd certainly recommend you test drive that first drink in the comfort and safety of your own home before doing it in public. Know what you're getting yourself into beforehand.

Oh may the Lord be with you Lisa, prepare yourself for the replies haha
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My go to Snacks are ....cheese, Jerky, almonds, yogurt, berries and Premier Protein shakes....having had gastric bypass I have to eat a snack or two a day or I won't get in all my Protein [emoji107]????

Probably.
Getting enough protein is critical for healing and for weight loss.
Embrace the Stall
http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

Aetna just called and said I am approved for surgery!!! ????????????
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I have the Merina IUD but still have a cycle.
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