DarlingNikki

Nine more days.... I just finished up all of my FMLA paperwork. I've lost 9 lbs. since my highest recorded weight.

This whole process has been an experience. Apparently, my decision has gained some momentum amongst my circle of friends.

I told one of my family of heart/ "adopted" family/ close friends about my decision to have VSG surgery in MX. (My surgeon performed the surgery in a mutual acquaintance of ours, with great results) After a few days, she announced out of the blue that she wanted to go with me and have VSG! Of course, the more, the merrier. Then, just last week, her sister decided to join us! So now, the three of us are headed to Tijuana, to have our surgeries on April 29th.

It's like a girl's trip...except nobody gets to eat all of that yummy Mexican food, or drink tequila.

Congratulations! Remember it's a happy surgery:)

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I just got my first order of tea from Golden Moon tea. Their teas have real leaves and flowers, no tisanes. I'm excited to try them out, after I get back from having my surgery, next week.

I'll have to check out done of the brands everyone's mentioned in this thread.

I’m scheduled for April 5th in Mexico. I started my pre-op diet yesterday to allow for two full weeks on the diet and then two days for the liquid diet. Good luck to all and I hope we stay in touch as we all go through this amazing journey!

Thanks!! I decided to continue on my journey. I talked with my dr. about my concerns and he calmed me down a lot. Congrats on your surgery and keep us updated!

Hi buddies, I'm really a future RnY but unless you shoot me, I'm going hang with all of you too. Maybe I will end up with different Reno to my guts but I too am fighting in the Weight Loss Wars, it's like I'm Navy, you guys are Army, we are still allies. Will I have😷 surgery soon? Gosh I don't know but I sure hope so! Maybe May? Universe, are you,listening😲?

Nine more days.... I just finished up all of my FMLA paperwork. I've lost 9 lbs. since my highest recorded weight.

This whole process has been an experience. Apparently, my decision has gained some momentum amongst my circle of friends.

I told one of my family of heart/ "adopted" family/ close friends about my decision to have VSG surgery in MX. (My surgeon performed the surgery in a mutual acquaintance of ours, with great results) After a few days, she announced out of the blue that she wanted to go with me and have VSG! Of course, the more, the merrier. Then, just last week, her sister decided to join us! So now, the three of us are headed to Tijuana, to have our surgeries on April 29th.

It's like a girl's trip...except nobody gets to eat all of that yummy Mexican food, or drink tequila.

April 16th!! 4 days post

I'm scheduled for 4/12... pre op diet starts this Wednesday for me.. I've stocked up on 6 cases of Premier Protein (choc., van., Cookies & cream). I also got 2 cases of clear premier Protein waters. I got vanilla whey Protein Powder, a unflavored protein powder & PB2. A ton of chicken broth & sugar free jellos & puddings. As for Vitamins I got chewable Multivitamins, chewable Calcium & chewable Iron which my nutritionist said I had to get, I also picked up chewable Biotin in case of Hair loss. I also have a NutriBullet, I hate most veggies & fruits but I find if I pulverized them I can drink them. I'm actually starting to get a bit nervous now it's fast approaching! Good luck to you, good luck to all of us!!!

4/27/18 here! Excited and nervous

I just want to give a shout of encouragement to you April 2018 sleevers! I was an April 2017 sleever and my life is so incredible now. It can get a little bumpy, but man, it is so worth it. You guys will be on the April 2019 threads doing the same thing this time next year. I wish you all the best!!

Yep you got it perfect. I was in Columbus today, had to consult my lawyer on East Broad Street. When I have my surgery, which I don't have a firm date for, it will be at O.S.U.-Wexner Medical Center.[emoji381] Have next appointment in April[emoji414], I'm transferring records from another bariatric program there(quite a story to tell) and depending on any further requirements , could be Early May but surely before my high school reunion in August, my gut instinct mid May, but the same gut instinct told me to trust the prior program and it was wrong then. I remain committed to obtain my surgery, don't know if I'll have to crawl over broken glass to get it, but for my future health it needs to be done. I'm wandering around with a 46+ BMI[emoji26], I have lost 30lbs from my highest weight but I may have reached a natural set point because although my portions have reduced in size, and I've tried dropping all the bed things like soda, bread and its carbohydrate family like rice and [emoji501]Pasta, I drink flavored no calorie Water or plain water.[emoji477] But the weight loss has slowed down. Maybe I can start replacing meals with Protein Drinks or as the Weather moderates-' walk or exercise more. I also cut out pies, cakes, Cookies never ate that much candy so that was easy to give up. I am trying to be a good little presurg, will I get rewarded soon? Gosh I hope so![emoji68][emoji13]
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My nutritionist recommended Bone Broth Soup. I bought Pacific Foods chicken Bone broth it has 9 grams of Protein and I am adding flavor free Isopure if I need more protein. My liquid diet of premiere protein, bone broth and Water starts tomorrow. My surgery is April 5th. I know this is getting real because my hospital called and asked for my copay.

With me, the broth was free or unlimited. Most broth has a little very little Protein, but you should be getting your protein amounts with your shakes.

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No, I haven’t. Is that ok? Is there a limit on the Amount? I think someone mentioned adding Protein to broth. Are there unflavored Proteins? Thank you so much for the advice.

I purchased a complication insurance policy through a company called GPS out of South Carolina. They only cover certain surgeons & hospitals/centers, but my particular surgeon & center were covered. There are policies you can purchase in Mexico that will only cover you if you return to Mexico and receive treatment from your original surgeon. Not helpful in an emergent situation, unless you haven't left MX yet! You can choose the amount of coverage you wish to purchase based on how much you are willing to spend. My policy covers me for up to 6 months post-op. I am at 3 months right now. I haven't had any issues, thankfully, but it's good to know it's there for the next few months just in case. It's true, I'm sure, that the ER would have to treat an emergency situation, but if a surgery or procedure were needed for a leak, stricture, blood clot, etc., I think a big fat bill would end up coming in the mail. All of my doctors think I'm a bit crazy for having gone to MX, even though I had a great experience and very good results so far. It's really frustrating. Maybe they should have convinced my insurance co to cover me then? Anyway, good luck!

I won't dump when I eat sugary things...sleeve people generally don't...it's more of a bypass issue. But I will get a little nauseated if I eat over about 100 calories of sugary stuff. I'll want a glass of Water and will feel kinda crappy if I overindulge in refined carbs.
My diet doesn't allow for over 75 calories of refined sugar per day. Most days I don't eat them. But once in a while, I'll have a bite or two of someone's dessert....and I'll enjoy it. But it takes serious discipline.
Jenn's dead right about needing to make healthy choices and have the discipline to limit or avoid these kinds of things all together. You can eat them. Just be aware that they'll cause the same problems for you that they always have....rebound hunger and impulsive overindulgence. They can sabotage you.

Unfortunately my sleeve can tolerate anything. I've never had dumping syndrome. It's why I have to make healthy choices if I want to control my weight. It's your choice if you indulge. Some choices may slow your weight loss, trigger cravings and cause hunger.

Wishing everyone with their upcoming surgeries good luck! I am having mine on Tuesday! (Day after tomorrow) I am getting nervous. Let's all stay in touch ok? Kim

Good luck tomorrow.

My VSG surgery will be done on April 30th, in MX. I've reached the point where I'm just ready to get it over with, and start my journey to better health.

My VSG surgery will be done on April 30th, in MX. I've reached the point where I'm just ready to get it over with, and start my journey to better health.

April 17 th [emoji16]

Recovery was not bad . Pain/uncomfortable for first day or two then just tired . Pubic area wasn't that bad but it looks better now with the skin tightening during Tummy Tuck. Very happy with results. Had Lipo of flanks/love handles as well.

I had a shake this morning. I guess I'll have another for lunch and broth for dinner.< br>
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