nicolevsg2

I found that’s very common with a lot of insurances, some have 3 month, some 6 and others 9! I have a private insurance and they required a 6 month nutrition class which I found out pretty much educated me on what to expect post op, how and when to take my Vitamins, what not to do and how to be successful. They also had me do a swallow test, upper endoscopy, labs, psych eval, 1 class with a dietitian and record everything I ate for 4 of the six months. Some have also had to do a sleep test but they didn’t require one from me. I thought it was going to take forever but it goes by faster then you think. After I jumped through ALL the hoops my insurance approved and covered 100% and I had surgery the next week! I’m just 2 week’s post op! Looking back all the tests and info I had gotten really was good in helping me now and in making sure I was safe. You can do it!! Wishing you the best.

I found that’s very common with a lot of insurances, some have 3 month, some 6 and others 9! I have a private insurance and they required a 6 month nutrition class which I found out pretty much educated me on what to expect post op, how and when to take my Vitamins, what not to do and how to be successful. They also had me do a swallow test, upper endoscopy, labs, psych eval, 1 class with a dietitian and record everything I ate for 4 of the six months. Some have also had to do a sleep test but they didn’t require one from me. I thought it was going to take forever but it goes by faster then you think. After I jumped through ALL the hoops my insurance approved and covered 100% and I had surgery the next week! I’m just 2 week’s post op! Looking back all the tests and info I had gotten really was good in helping me now and in making sure I was safe. You can do it!! Wishing you the best.

I️ just reposted your reply on accident lol but thanks so much. You’re right it’s all for the patients benefit but I’m so impatient[emoji31] lol

I found that’s very common with a lot of insurances, some have 3 month, some 6 and others 9! I have a private insurance and they required a 6 month nutrition class which I found out pretty much educated me on what to expect post op, how and when to take my Vitamins, what not to do and how to be successful. They also had me do a swallow test, upper endoscopy, labs, psych eval, 1 class with a dietitian and record everything I ate for 4 of the six months. Some have also had to do a sleep test but they didn’t require one from me. I thought it was going to take forever but it goes by faster then you think. After I jumped through ALL the hoops my insurance approved and covered 100% and I had surgery the next week! I’m just 2 week’s post op! Looking back all the tests and info I had gotten really was good in helping me now and in making sure I was safe. You can do it!! Wishing you the best.

I found that’s very common with a lot of insurances, some have 3 month, some 6 and others 9! I have a private insurance and they required a 6 month nutrition class which I found out pretty much educated me on what to expect post op, how and when to take my Vitamins, what not to do and how to be successful. They also had me do a swallow test, upper endoscopy, labs, psych eval, 1 class with a dietitian and record everything I ate for 4 of the six months. Some have also had to do a sleep test but they didn’t require one from me. I thought it was going to take forever but it goes by faster then you think. After I jumped through ALL the hoops my insurance approved and covered 100% and I had surgery the next week! I’m just 2 week’s post op! Looking back all the tests and info I had gotten really was good in helping me now and in making sure I was safe. You can do it!! Wishing you the best.

Mine was only 1 day before surgery I could have Protein Shakes and Clear Liquids then only clear liquids after midnight the night before surgery. I could drink the clear liquids up until I arrived at the hospital.

Mine was only 1 day before surgery I could have Protein Shakes and Clear Liquids then only clear liquids after midnight the night before surgery. I could drink the clear liquids up until I arrived at the hospital.

Good luck, hope it goes well

I was wondering the same thing! I asked my surgeon specifically if a clear protein drink was ok and she said it was fine to have. I also asked about Bone Broth because I found some that had 9 grams of protein per cup of broth! She ok’d both. Hope that helps

Thanks for the well wishes. Really made me feel good. Surgery went well but unfortunately my nurse didn’t manage my pain, they had a mix up with my post-op room which delayed me getting there for 3 hours! I laid in horrific pain and not allowed to walk. When I finally got to my room and asked to walk, the CNA said she needed my vitals....ok I get it... so after vitals I asked again if I can walk and she states, “after we shift change!?” I literally had no words I got up and slowly took everything off and walked down the hall sobbing pulling my IV pole. My husband found me in the hall and was upset that I had arrived 20 min ago and even though he was told that he’d get to see me as soon as I arrived, no one went to get him. After I laid back down my pain got so bad I asked for pain meds. My nurse took a hour to get it which by that time I was nearly screaming in pain and she came to tell me that I was alarming my neighbors!!! I politely said through my tears, “this is very humiliating for me, do you think I can help yelling in pain? Why is no one helping me?” I don’t mean to scare anyone but this was my experience. I felt it wasn’t worth it and was upset. When I got a new nurse last night he was very attentive and kept my pain well managed. I’m feeling much better this morning.

That'd be 3 weeks. Yo-yo'd the same 2 pounds for 3 weeks, then one day I took a really good dump, pissed a lot and woke up the next morning 8lb lighter.

I was never worried though. As long as you maintain a calorie deficit, you will lose fat. Sometimes it just takes a while for Water weight to sort itself out.

Stay hydrated, lay off the salt and don't over eat. The three ingredients for a whoosh.

October 12th, I started the process at 225 lbs and was 211 on surgery day I'm officially 171 lbs as of this morning so 40 pounds total. It comes off pretty easy, I started at the gym last week and found I have a completely different mindset then before surgery. Before I was there to lose weight and if it didn't come off I quit. Now, the weight comes off no matter what, I'm there to feel better and be less flabby [emoji3]

I am amazed that my feet don't hurt so much anymore! I couldn't wear any cute shoes because my feet always hurt. Now I have 4 new pair of cute chunky heels that I love! I don't have to wear ugly shoes anymore!


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 178.2 GW 135

I’m wishing you a much better experience!!! Your going to rock it, it sounds like most people are getting great management and treatment. Keep us posted

Praying that your surgery goes well and that you have a fast, easy & pain free recovery.


Have a great day!
Amanda
HW 248 CW 241 Surgery Date: pending 11/21/2017. Goal weight 150’ish

Oh no I am so sorry that you went through that, that is horrible! I’m praying that you are feeling a little better now and that your pain is being managed now. (((Hugs))) I’m sorry for your really bad experience. You are a very strong woman and I am sure everything is going to get better from here. [emoji177]


Have a great day!
Amanda [emoji16]
HW 248 CW 241 Surgery Date: pending 11/21/2017. Goal weight 150’ish [emoji23]

Wow. That is so unacceptable! Glad you’re feeling better now.

@nicolevsg2 Hope you are doing great!!!! I am doing great. Surgery went as planned. Walked 3 separate times, pain is managed. Great staff.

Good Luck! Let us know how you're doing. I was sleeved yesterday. SO glad its over and I'm back in my own bed.
Tasha

Good luck

Good luck!


“There will be obstacles. There will be doubters. There will be mistakes. But with hard work, there are no limits.” —Michael Phelps

Hope all goes well!

Good luck, you’ll do great!

So nervous and excited! Anyone else going in today? Wishing everyone a safe surgery!

So nervous and excited! Anyone else going in today? Wishing everyone a safe surgery!