stephanie67

Awww ur very pretty...God is by your side honey...it's your time to shine.

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Hi guys!
I get on here every six months or so to update y'all I've never made a topic with progress pictures before, so I thought I would this time, as I've been maintaining below goal for almost a year now.
SW: 323
CW: 153
Size 24/26 to a 4/6
No skin removal
I ran my first half marathon in February and am running another in November, which is pretty cool! When not in race training mode, I run 3-6 miles, three days per week, and do HIIT style training (heavy weights and cardio) at the gym 2-3 other days per week. I tend to fluctuate between 150-153 lbs, depending on the time of month and just general day to day food/water intake.

Good luck with everything ..u got this...I'm still seeing dietician and just saw the Shrink for my follow up and he said I'm all good and he will let the Dr. Know he approved me on his end....now the waiting game of other appointments.

I'm so excited and nervous, trying my hardest not to focus on too much.
Just want some friends to support me.
Everything happens for a reason...

Congrats!!!

I too have bmi of 40.7. I have no other medical qualifications for surgery. I have lost and regained weight for 40 years. My surgery date is March 14. I started my Protein diet today. I hope beyond words that I do it correctly. I had my Protein Shake for Breakfast. I am drinking plenty of Water. lunch will be green Beans and small broiled piece of chicken. I am in the process of writing up my daily menu for the next two weeks. I could use a mentor as well. By the way, I live in Jonesboro GA

First, don't worry about your BMI. You can lose 50 pounds and still be approved. The insurance company looks at your weight over time. Your doctor's recommendation includes your highest weight and your highest BMI. It's a HUGE misconception that losing weight before the surgery will cost you the insurance's approval. On the contrary, you are actually put on a liquid diet 2 weeks prior and are encouraged to lose as much as you possibly can.
Second, your psych evaluation is no big deal. The psychologist just wants to make sure that you are committed, supported, and are ready for these life changes. The psych os there to point out to you that the surgery is just a step. It will not solve your problems and if you are not ready to make life changes, than you won't be successful.
Don't stress out. It's not worth it. If your doctor already agreed to doing the surgery, than everything else should be treated like you going down a check list. And literally, that's what you should do. It takes a full month for you to get all your approvals and check ups, depending on your insurance company's requirements. I know a friend of mine had to complete a sleep study and I didnt. While I had to join a pre-op support group and she didn't... so every company is different.
As annoying as it may be, embrace it.
BC every step you make takes you one step closer to the end result.
Good luck.

My experience, no it's not the same... after surgery I wasn't hungry at all. A few teaspoons of Soup ( when I was allowed) filled me up... wasn't hard to lose the weight. Everyday my scale moved.. please stay strong. It's so worth it. Trust me you can do it. I didn't cheat once. I say that to give you strength. You will be so proud of yourself.



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I had my surgery on December 6th.
Almost 3 months ago.. I've lost 53 pounds already. I feel amazing! It is hands down the best thing I have ever done for myself!! I feel like a new person. Anyone having second thoughts and wants to ask me any questions please don't hesitate!
HW: 250 SW: 238 CW: 197
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Ok people.....s@$% just got real!!!! My dietitian called me earlier n the week nd told me to start my 2week preop liquid diet no later than 2/22/17. I asked her about a date for surgery, she said she wasn't told of a date, just to have me start the diet. Me being a good patient-for once-said ok and started the diet. Well.....I got the best call today-my surgeon's office called me this morning to move up my follow up appointment from my 2nd EGD (done last week) to this Friday 2/24/17. When I asked why was the appointment being moved and why I was told to start the diet without a date, SHE SAID THE DOCTOR IS ANTICIPATING DOING MY SURGERY NEXT THURSDAY, 3/2/17!!!!! OMG, I'm so estatic!