Cinnamon16

Welcome! I just got sleeved on the 7th of June. These boards are wonderful and the people are amazing, supportive, informative and helpful!
I gave up caffeine before also and soda...(didn't completely give up alcohol...). It is great you are getting in good habit now. A great one to start is to carry a water bottle and get to where you wouldn't leave it at home....I tried to make mine like my cell phone...don't be far from it.
After surgery you will find it is the times you wouldn't think of to sip,sip,sip that helps you get it in...(in the car, line for groceries, waiting for kids...ect).
Good luck! This is a great gift to yourself!!!

You look amazing! I understand about the invites! I am so glad you are accepting and enjoying more.

Us n00bs are just gonna take way more than we can give up until we aren't newbies anymore. I could definitely see how that could be frustrating- especially when you're getting piled on for sharing your knowledge.
Not to sound like #1 creeper but just know that plenty of us are spending a lot of time reading through your old posts, soaking up knowledge, taking notes, trying to succeed. That goes to all of you vets, but especially you @@Kindle I really get a lot from your posts.

Welcome! I just got sleeved on the 7th of June. These boards are wonderful and the people are amazing, supportive, informative and helpful!
I gave up caffeine before also and soda...(didn't completely give up alcohol...). It is great you are getting in good habit now. A great one to start is to carry a water bottle and get to where you wouldn't leave it at home....I tried to make mine like my cell phone...don't be far from it.
After surgery you will find it is the times you wouldn't think of to sip,sip,sip that helps you get it in...(in the car, line for groceries, waiting for kids...ect).
Good luck! This is a great gift to yourself!!!

I had read and heard about the 20 plus pound weight loss in the first few weeks...and I was excited! However, it didn't happen for me. I am 3 and a half weeks now and it is starting a steady drop....slower but better than I have done in the last 20 years.
I was upset the first two week too. I was asking why I went through all of this to lose a few pounds while eating 300 calories a day.
If you could stand to put your scale away please do so! I promise it will start to come off. The body is in shock and what you need to do is let it heal...

I had read and heard about the 20 plus pound weight loss in the first few weeks...and I was excited! However, it didn't happen for me. I am 3 and a half weeks now and it is starting a steady drop....slower but better than I have done in the last 20 years.
I was upset the first two week too. I was asking why I went through all of this to lose a few pounds while eating 300 calories a day.
If you could stand to put your scale away please do so! I promise it will start to come off. The body is in shock and what you need to do is let it heal...

Thank you for providing this support, group, knowledge, and a way to get answers in the middle of the night. Thank you for the tips and the words you just wrote.

Thank you for providing this support, group, knowledge, and a way to get answers in the middle of the night. Thank you for the tips and the words you just wrote.

Thank you for providing this support, group, knowledge, and a way to get answers in the middle of the night. Thank you for the tips and the words you just wrote.

Thank you for providing this support, group, knowledge, and a way to get answers in the middle of the night. Thank you for the tips and the words you just wrote.

Thank you for providing this support, group, knowledge, and a way to get answers in the middle of the night. Thank you for the tips and the words you just wrote.

Thank you for providing this support, group, knowledge, and a way to get answers in the middle of the night. Thank you for the tips and the words you just wrote.

Good for you! And what a great present...I ad my first meeting with the doctor and scheduled that day! I am not sure al work like that, but bring your appointment book and I hope you need it!

Update...I was approved by Tricare for the sleeve. I am having surgery tomorrow. I had to pay co-pays and for the nutricianist visit. Please let me know if you have any questions.

I am not comfortable in hospitals. I even get anxious at the doctors. I have started bringing an aroma therapy bottle with me (I use grapefruit but you should pick a smell that suits you). It will not erase all you went through with your mom but smells are the strongest trigger to emotions for me. I guess I am trying to replace the smells I hate with one I like. I am sorry about your mom...it is wonderful you are doing this for you and family.

I hung in there and now Im getting sleeved tomorrow
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I have Tricare Prime and my surgery is on May 18th. I have not seen the final ok but the doctor I am working with said it should be no problem and they have many Tricare patients.
I can get the sleeve or bypass. The sleeve is new to their list for approval.
I asked my primary care for a referral and I had it in less than a week. I researched the area for the surgeon I wanted to go with and checked on their website that they worked with Tricare. The doctor I am using is listed in the Tricare as a general surgeon.
The long wait was for an opening with this doctor. Once I got in his office together he and Tricare required:
One appointment with psych. (This is covered under Tricare Prime).
One appointment with a nutritionist. (This was not covered and I paid $75 to see the nutricianist in his office).
An appointment with my primary to be released for surgery. (Regular copay).
An appointment at the hospital for prep (blood work, ecg... No copay)
If you are getting the sleeve my doctor requires an endoscopy to make sure you are good. (I don't think this was a Tricare requirement).
The surgeons office just called and asked me to start on some Vitamin B12, D and Iron due to my blood work. They seem sure I am good to get the surgery in 3 weeks. I am staying optimistic and will update when I more info or if anyone has any questions...

I got a set from Coolibar. If you wait for sales it isn't too bad. I got a swim shirt and a pair of Capri pants with an attached skirt. I wanted to hide due to weight but all my friends loved them and all got some too! They wear great in the Water and dry fast when you get out.

I have Tricare Prime and my surgery is on May 18th. I have not seen the final ok but the doctor I am working with said it should be no problem and they have many Tricare patients.
I can get the sleeve or bypass. The sleeve is new to their list for approval.
I asked my primary care for a referral and I had it in less than a week. I researched the area for the surgeon I wanted to go with and checked on their website that they worked with Tricare. The doctor I am using is listed in the Tricare as a general surgeon.
The long wait was for an opening with this doctor. Once I got in his office together he and Tricare required:
One appointment with psych. (This is covered under Tricare Prime).
One appointment with a nutritionist. (This was not covered and I paid $75 to see the nutricianist in his office).
An appointment with my primary to be released for surgery. (Regular copay).
An appointment at the hospital for prep (blood work, ecg... No copay)
If you are getting the sleeve my doctor requires an endoscopy to make sure you are good. (I don't think this was a Tricare requirement).
The surgeons office just called and asked me to start on some Vitamin B12, D and Iron due to my blood work. They seem sure I am good to get the surgery in 3 weeks. I am staying optimistic and will update when I more info or if anyone has any questions...