gadgetgirl68

I use 6 oz of Bananas & Cream Premier Protein and 2 Tablespoons of Flavorless Vital Protein collagen Peptides which in total adds 24 grams of protein to my coffee.

I am 6 days post-op and was able to tighten my Fitbit watch by 1 notch. It's the lil changes that make all the difference 🙂

It took me 3 weeks, but every insurance is different, Weight Loss Hospital Programs, pre-op weight loss requirements are different.

On 9/8/2023 at 12:58 PM, AmberFL said:

How long were you out of work? I have 3 children and was actually hoping to get this surgery shortly before their winter break so I can stay home with them.

Not sure if my doc will sign off on me having 2 weeks off for FMLA.

What was your experience?

Two weeks should be no problem. My doctor gave me 8 weeks. Disability usually covers 6 weeks for non-government workers. FMLA covers 12 weeks, but that's just to keep your job...that's not the payment part. Hope this helps. Also, FMLA paperwork is different than the Disability paperwork.

On 9/3/2023 at 5:53 PM, omrhsn said:

That is awesome man! Looking great there

Congratulations!! You look fantastic. Keep up the great work

On 9/16/2023 at 1:26 PM, ShooterInTheSix said:

I had my RNY on Thursday morning & was discharged from the hospital today. So far, so good. I didn't experience any gas pain at all, primarily just intense ab muscle pain...but only when I move. It's definitely gotten much better since Thursday afternoon and now broadly feels like I did way too many sit ups.

I didn't have any last minute second thoughts and have zero regrets.

Now the real work starts.

How's it going? Are you still feeling good?

1 hour ago, astphimc said:

I just had my gastric bypass surgery on 9/18/2023!

Congratulations! How are you feeling?

On 9/17/2023 at 8:19 AM, kikisaint89 said:

Best of luck!!! Mine is 9/26! The liquid diet is killing me!! Lol

My RNY w/Hiatal Hernia Repair is on the 26th also. Started my liquid diet on Monday. No fun!

On 9/17/2023 at 8:19 AM, kikisaint89 said:

Best of luck!!! Mine is 9/26! The liquid diet is killing me!! Lol

My RNY w/Hiatal Hernia Repair is on the 26th also. Started my liquid diet on Monday. No fun!

42 minutes ago, STH801 said:

I bought 2 different insurance policies to cover the surgery and both was not accepted. I'm still trying to find an actual insurance company that can provide the coverage I need. Yes I have my doctors referral for the surgery. Any recommendations or suggestions?

Have you tried Anthem Blue Cross? Also, have you done all the classes (Bariatric Orientation, Nutrition, Psych Eval & joined a support group)? Most insurance companies want you to join a Hospital-based program before giving approval.

17 hours ago, Pir8Luver said:

Gastric Sleeve on Tuesday, September 12th! Let's Go! 💪

Good Luck on Tuesday. You got this!!

What an amazing story. Thanks so much for sharing. You are truly a force to be reckoned with ❤️

On 8/21/2023 at 11:50 AM, saramelie said:

I am pre-op but I bought a bottle carrier (small bag with strap) and plan on carrying my Water with me EVERYWHERE. I`ll be that dork with the bottle carrier, yeah....... oh well! 😆

I am pre-op too. My surgery date is 9/26. I also bought the bottle carrier which holds my water bottle, phone, compact & lipstick. My husband says I am officially an old lady now (I'm 55)....lol. I am embracing the dorkiness 🤣 and love the hands-free option. I just tried it out on my trip to Washington and it was GREAT!!

23 hours ago, gadgetgirl68 said:

I'm new to the forums. I'm hoping to have my gastric bypass the week of September 18th. I see my surgeon in 2 days so fingers crossed. I'm going through all the emotions right now. I have a severe hiatal hernia and was only expecting to get that fixed, but after talking with my gastroenterologist and surgeon they both said the Gastric Bypass was the way to go.

I hope I'm ready for all this

A little bummed out. My date of surgery has been moved to 9/26, but I guess the extra time will help me get mentally prepared for all the changes ahead. 😊

On 9/3/2023 at 9:01 PM, Ranger Bear said:

Just finishing day 1 of a 3 day liquid diet. Gastric bypass on 9/6. It was mostly okay. Had to break up the sweet clear Protein Drinks with chicken broth with unflavored Protein Powder.< /p>

Good Luck today! You got this!!

I'm new to the forums. I'm hoping to have my gastric bypass the week of September 18th. I see my surgeon in 2 days so fingers crossed. I'm going through all the emotions right now. I have a severe hiatal hernia and was only expecting to get that fixed, but after talking with my gastroenterologist and surgeon they both said the Gastric Bypass was the way to go.

I hope I'm ready for all this