Bimbabe

I just watched #21 vlog. I definately understand taking things one "step" at a time. You are doing great, keep up the good work. I had my preop today ; ) Can you tell me more about the weigh in 2008? P.S. Your face is looking thinner!

Hello!

How are you doing? How did the surgery go? Let us know, well wishes, Sue

Hello I am doing fine, I did have a "moment" today... I freaked out a little when I realized my pre-op is tomorrow and my surgery is 10/14!

I kind of got over it, but it is getting so close and becoming a reality, finally.

Thanks for the well-wishes. Can you believe we are so close???

P.S. GOD help us if Palin becomes VP!!!!

Hey SNT!

I think I am going to go to the mall this week and buy something really cute and trendy in a size 16 ( I am a 22 now) , Just for the fun of it.

That is soo funny! We get so close to people and we don't know each others name!

Hi Shauna, I am Sue Andry. Definately let Shawna know how much I appreciate her.

Shawna is great! She will send in everything as soon as you get it to her. That office is great!

How are you? I have not heard from you in a while. It looks like you got married,...Congrats! Do you have a date yet??

Hey atl38,

I don't think the ins. will care which doc sends in the information, you just need to meet the criteria and make sure they are in network. I don't blame you for being upset,:cursing: that is ridiculous! Once you make the commitment to do this, you want people to take you seriously and do their part. We have to jump through a lot of hoops to get this done, all they have to do is dial a number and press fax!

Hey Trina,

That is called P'bing ( productive belching, I had never heard of it). You need to chew, chew, chew! I know I am going to have problems with chewing enough, I was a RN for 17 years and would be lucky to get 15 minutes to eat! Now as a FNP I can take my time, but bad habits are hard to break!

Hi,

What is up with that office????? Anyway, here is the phone number:

Dr. Steinberg

New patient coordinator: Shawna Clinard, she is GREAT!!!

1045 Sycamore Dr.

Decatur, GA 30030

phone 404-501-7903

fax 404-501-7981

They may make you attend one of the information sessions go to Surgical Weight Management - Bariatric Weight Loss Surgeons in Atlanta, Georgia performing Lap-Band and Gastric Bypass Surgeries for dates and times. They are great with getting you in for appointments. Shawna is wonderful about guiding you through the steps and submitting paperwork. My approval came through in about 2 days. Let me know how it goes!

Yeah! I am getting so close!

I am so happy that you took care of yourself and saw another doctor! What a A**HOLE! He was accusing you of not following the program, all the while he wasn't filling your band properly! I would definately let him know. Jerk!

But, in the long run you are on you way again!

Hello!

Yes, everyday we get a little closer, whoo hoo!!!

Hi Pooh!

I how are you doing? I have not heard from you. Are you okay? God Bless!

Hey!

I want to see pictures of your Doxies. I have one too, so I know you must be a great person.

Yes, 10/14 is not too far away! I am really excited.

Hi,

I would not take any "water pills" they can dehydrate you and since you are post op you will not be able to drink enough water to counter act the pills. I would say to give it time, you are probably retaining water because of the IV fluids and the anesthesia. Keep drinking water and your body will correct itself. Also, the simethicone is also called mylicon, should be in any pharmacy, just ask.

Anne,

Thanks. The preop diet is not necessarily easier because I still want to eat the junk stuff. But it is becoming routine. The main things are preparing my meals daily and eating every 2-3 hours. Those things are difficult, hopefully it will get better before my surgery date.

you can try a medication called simethicone

Hi Ellinida-

Please send me those fish recipies (sp?) my email address is bimini499@yahoo.com. THANKS!

My Bimini is spoiled as well. I think they respond to being spoiled so well, that you just can't help it! I always refer to her as "my spoiled dog, Bimini" But I absoultely adore her. I don't have any children, so she is it! I am glad you "get it" some people don't understand. Yes the preop diet sucks, but you are right when you are looking hot in your 7 jeans, it will be soooo worth it!!

Yes! I know I am down to 19 more days...I have lost 8lbs, it has not been easy though. I am taking it one meal at a time!

Oh, I love your doxie! I have one too..Bimini

Anne-

Yes, I am making my husband join me. I think he knows I will not be the best person to be around if I am cutting back and he isn't LOL!!!

Hey Katieo-

My self imposed preop diet is tough. I eat a lot of chicken! My surgery date is 10/14/08, not too far away. How about you? Your insurance does not cover?