So I only have less than two months before surgery and for the last month or so I have been gaining weight none stop. I feel like I’m not eating as much but I am still gaining. I keep having thoughts of my insurance denying surgery because I continued to gain weight during the 6 months beforehand. Am I just freaking out? Is this normal?

I was told that I needed to lose during my supervised visit or I would be denied... every insurance is different though.

What does a normal day of food look like? Maybe we could help if we knew what you were eating. Also, are you working out?

I feel for you. My ins company did not have a weigth loss requirement but my doc said to lose 14 lbs. I lost 9 and they said a slong as I maintained I'd be ok. I have changed a ton of habits and worked very hard at changing them. Yes, I stil have a few more to work on but I've done a lot this year so far. I was approved by insurance and am scheduled for 5/17. Tuesday I go in for my pre-op visit and they will put me on a 5 day liquid diet which I am starting tomorrow....I feel mentally ready so why not. I am disapointed that I am only down 9 lbs since Jan though so I do understand your feelings. I know that once I have the surgery next week the few habits I have left will be easier to work threw and the weight will come off.

Hang in there and and remembere to change one habit at a time!!!!

I feel for you. My ins company did not have a weigth loss requirement but my doc said to lose 14 lbs. I lost 9 and they said a slong as I maintained I'd be ok. I have changed a ton of habits and worked very hard at changing them. Yes, I stil have a few more to work on but I've done a lot this year so far. I was approved by insurance and am scheduled for 5/17. Tuesday I go in for my pre-op visit and they will put me on a 5 day liquid diet which I am starting tomorrow....I feel mentally ready so why not. I am disapointed that I am only down 9 lbs since Jan though so I do understand your feelings. I know that once I have the surgery next week the few habits I have left will be easier to work threw and the weight will come off.

Hang in there and and remembere to change one habit at a time!!!!

OMG 5 day liquid diet and thats it?!!? I am so jealous of you right now! lol

My ins didn't require weightloss but after the ultrasound of my liver showed it was fatty my surgeon put me on liquids immediately. He explained that if he went in and the liver was too fatty/big it would be too dangerous to lift it to put the band around the stomach.

He explained that in two occasions last year the patient woke up in recovery with no band for this very reason.

I did the liquid diet for 8 days and lost 12 lbs and had my surgery as scheduled.

I would suggest speaking with your nutritionist about what you are eating so you can get some weightloss in before surgery.

I see the dietition today at 4pm and I have been keeping a food and exercise diary. I am hoping she can shead some light on this.... Ive been so bummed the last few days. I am almost looking forward to the two week liquid diet.....:biggrin:

My insurance didn't have a pre-op weight loss requirement, but my nutritionist really worked with me on incorporating eating habits that would help after being banded. Things like choosing lean proteins, eating proteins first, chewing my food thoroughly and not drinking before, during or immediately after mealtimes. Just those changes enabled me to take off and keep off five pounds prior to the pre-op liquid diet. I'm grateful for it and encourage you that it's not too late to make positive changes that will make your transition to being banded that much easier. Good luck.