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Hey guys I'm back just needing to know what watch to get now. The last watch I got was the flex but it was for my sister. Now I'm looking for one for myself. Nothing too expensive, something that I can tell time, maybe a stopwatch, if possible I can see my text (though Im not opposed to one that doesn't) and sleep patterns which is important. I was looking at Apple watches (I get a discount) but I'm not 100 percent sold. Any ideas? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Welcome Deja!! I'm around your age (22) I wish I did the surgery when I first inquired about it 2 years ago! But my family was against still are but I don't care anymore! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I think I'll try it. Thank you all for your suggestions! I don't want to get overwhelmed close to surgery date so I want to get as much done now. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

How about 2 weeks post op? I know I'm naturally pretty gassy *sorry TMI* so I don't want it to be even worst. My sister who had surgery last week is having the worst gas problems. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I'm on my last month of weigh ins!! I'm so excited! I want to know what I should buy before surgery and things I'll need after surgery. I already have some Protein but am also getting gene pro just in case I didn't like the protein after surgery. But what things should I have at the hospital and waiting for me at home? Also do you think it's wise to get a belly binder to help with the gas? Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I'm on month 5 of my journey and wanted to know if I could take all my clearances and weigh in to another doctor. The hospital I'm going to be having surgery in has bad ratings and I just want to be safe elsewhere Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I was thinking about the surge or the flex. But it seems like the surge won't work since I've started swimming. Thanks everyone!! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Can you use the Fitbit flex for sleeping patterns? Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

There are so many out there and while my eyes are naturally drawn to the cheapest one. I want to buy whichever is the top rated and used by many. So which one do you guys suggest? Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

It really depends on you and what you want.Multivitamins can cost anywhere from $5-10 depending where you live. (My insurance supplies it though so you may need to ask for it) on BariatricPal you can get a 90 day supply of Calcium for 30 dollars. And Biotin is not expensive Walmart has them for $6. It really has to do with where you go. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Thank you for your advice. I should of specify that it could be for a later use as well. Just kind of like a VSG starter kit. What kind of things do you recommend for the liquid stage since she's doing a 3 week liquid before and after recommended by her surgeon.

I don't live in queens but it's not a far drive depending on the area Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

My sister is having her surgery in September and I want to collect a few things now til then to make her hospital stay a bit better especially since we won't be able to stay with her all day (school starting). Do you have any suggestion on what I should put in there for her? She already has her Protein that she loves. I was thinking about maybe a Water bottle, some socks and pjs. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Hello ... You are more than welcomed to join we are all here for you if needed !!!! How far along are you in your journey? im two months in so I'm looking at at possible December date. I'm just excited to be doing this!!

I'm in Brooklyn, NY. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

As many of you know I'm very new to this and already it has been super frustrating! Monday I had a doctor refer me to the center that was not very professional and the surgeon had many bad review on many different sites! ( I'm so glad I research EVERYTHING before I commit to anything!) Since then I have been calling many centers, looking up many surgeons and finally called one and set up an appointment for the 17th of May. I'm super happy especially since I was getting very discouraged! How long did it take you to find your Bariatrics center? Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I mean she wasn't very familiar with centers to refer me to because the one she gave (which she googled) had really bad reviews. Plus she told me I should do a program which I guess I wouldn't be opposed to since there a 6 month waiting period. But I found a better Bariatric Center and will call them tomorrow because I missed their call today. ( which they call me within 20 minutes of my inquiry) it's looking good right now Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Do you guys weigh everything out? I find that to be discouraging because it reminds me of all of my failed attempts. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I went to my PCP yesterday and was referred to a Bariatric Center but the have no reviews which for me is a bit scary! I am a person who is always look for others reviews before I do anything. I have a seminar next week and hopefully a consultation in the next couple of weeks. But what should I be aware of and what should I ask? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thanks everyone. I have an appointment with my surgeon next week and will be asking questions! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Go girl! I went back to school in January and today is my last day of the first semester and I'm happy to day I will be getting an A in all my classes!! You can do it and succeed. Even while working. ( I'm a full time student and employee) Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Oh wow! Congrats!! What's your goal weight? Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I am. Have my appointment with my PCP tomorrow and I'm a mixture of nervous and excited. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I just don't see how my researching is an answer. Sure waiting for an obvious sign can happen but may not. But I just don't want to go through this and have to hear later that I did it alone. Of course that has a lot to do with the way I look at the Lord. I'm going of course to my appointment and I guess I'll see what happens. Maybe I should go elsewhere for my answers... Thanks anyway guys! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Just found this thread and am happy I did. I would love to join this.