BigMomma1981
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Should I diet? Advice PLEASE!?!
BigMomma1981 replied to IWannaBeSkinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I too have BCBS and was told that they would take the initial weight not the ending weight. I lost weight on the 6 month pre-op supervised diet and I cant believe I got approved! Good luck -
If you went to the ER or had any thing done at the hospital they might accept that also. That is what saved me. Good Luck
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November 11 is my Surgery Date!
BigMomma1981 replied to TQUAD64's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats!! I will be banded November 12th. You are having your surgery on a very lucky day. My sons birthday and Veterans day. Good Luck!!!! -
:thumbup: IM APPROVED !! Sent paperwork in to BCBS IL on 10/06/08 and was approved today 10/13/08. YEAH :wink2:. Surgery date is November 12th, the day after my sons 3rd Birthday. I am so excited but now have a tad bit of nervous feeling knowing its less then a month away!! Everything is going so smooth its kinda scary! I hope things go smooth the rest of the way. :biggrin:
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Just Approved by Insurance BC/BS
BigMomma1981 replied to TQUAD64's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good luck to you. I sent my paperwork in Oct 6, approved Oct 13 and surgery scheduled for Nov 12. Feels great to know we have a chance at being happy and healthy doesn't it!!!! -
I Got My Surgery Date...Where Are The November Bandsters?
BigMomma1981 replied to Cappy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats to all November Bandsters!! I too will be banded November 12th. Im very excited and nervous too. I know that we will all do great and I hope that all of us can be happy and healthy very soon!!! GOOD LUCK ALL!!!! -
I'm so excited and I just can't hide it....
BigMomma1981 replied to jennifernc88's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Congrats to all. I too will be banded on November 12th. This is the day after my sons 3rd Birthday and the day before my nieces 3rd Birthday. I should have a very exciting week. Good luck to all and yes, Im excited and nervous at the same time like most people but all will be well!!! -
FANTASTIC!! You look GREAT. Happy and Healthy!! Great Job -
Approved Approved Approved!!!!!!
BigMomma1981 replied to BigMomma1981's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Thank You everyone and good luck to all who have upcoming dates also!!! -
Newly banded; just found your awesome website!
BigMomma1981 replied to I-Love-Pomeranians's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I was told by my surgeons office I could make my own protein drink. Use on packet of No sugar added Carnation Instant Breakfast, 1/4 cup of fat free powdered milk and 8 ounces skim milk. Its good cold or hot!!!! -
It says 5 year history. The surgeons office said I should be okay but it may be denied initially and they will fight it out. They said BCBS is BAD for denying it atleast one time. I hope I hear something soon. Time will tell!!!
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Banded on 9/25/08 - Am I supposed to feel so rotton?
BigMomma1981 replied to kimyflan's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The flu is going around everywhere. Make sure she has plenty of fluids and if she starts to get really tired and weak she may be getting dehydrated. GOOD luck. -
I had mine on Monday and it took about 30 minutes. I agree the first cup of barium is thick, then the fizzy poprocks if your having yours with air and then a thin cup of barium. Also, alot of rolling to mix it all up. You cant belch you have to swallow all your air. It was quick and painless. Good luck!!!!
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Congrats! My info should be sent to the BC/BS IL 10/3/08
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I just was hoping to find someone on here who was banded in Davenport, Iowa at Genesis Center for Bariatric Surgery. Im looking to see how you feel and are doing with your band. I am hoping my insurance will approve fast after my paperwork is turned in around Oct. 2 and hopefully looking in November or December. :embaressed_smile:
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Tomorrow's the big day!
BigMomma1981 replied to Cleo's Mom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good luck to both of you. Hopefully I will be joining you guys within the next few months. I will pray for both of you. -
I was told the same thing that it could be a trip to the ER and also, they told me that you take in extra air when you chew gum which will fill your pouch with air and then you wont be able to eat what you need to stay full until the next meal. Hope this helps!!
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I just met my surgeon for the first time. He reviewed all my records and stated that everything looks great but he wants me to have an Upper GI and labs which is normal. Otherwise, Im just waiting for visit 6 with my PCP on October 2 and they will then submit to the insurance and I wait. Hope I get approved first time but we'll see what happens.:biggrin:
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Congrats! You look great and I imagine you feel great as well. I am still in the pre-diet stage but my day will also come and hopefully I look and feel better also. GOOD JOB:thumbup: