Hello! My name is Aimee. I am 34 years old and a mother of three. I am in North Branch, MN about 45 minutes north of the Twin Cities. I am Pre Op currently but very close to getting surgery scheduled. I am having my surgery done at Unity Hospital in Fridley by Dr. Frederick Johnson. I started my WLS journey July 27th, 2012. I am just looking for people to connect with that are nearby. Please introduce yourself and tell your stories here!!

Hello! My name is Aimee. I am 34 years old and a mother of three. I am in North Branch, MN about 45 minutes north of the Twin Cities. I am Pre Op currently but very close to getting surgery scheduled. I am having my surgery done at Unity Hospital in Fridley by Dr. Frederick Johnson. I started my WLS journey July 27th, 2012. I am just looking for people to connect with that are nearby. Please introduce yourself and tell your stories here!!

That is awesome! I had RNY on May 13th, 2013 also at Unity in Fridley by Dr. Baker. Have you had your surgery yet?

Hi I'm a Minnesota too. I went to unity too & had Dr. July. I'm kinda concerned about the all liquid diet. I was told drink water every 15 minutes & I've done this religiously. I've had chicken broth???? and sugar free hot coco & add it to lactose free milk. I'm so tired of eating these things. I've looked up support about first weeks & any good clear liquid ideas. But so many aren't following what is written & told to do. I'm not a goody too shoes, but to take this weight off. I've not had the full feeling that I was told I would. I'm starving all the time. Ugh ! Am I doing this wrong? Can I eat more the the 3 times a day ? I mean during my water every fifteen minutes or after? Like jello or do you know of anything els I could eat along with the clear liquids. Also have either of you had the feeling of being hungry all the time.

I am in South St. Paul and pre-op. Planning to have my surgery at Abbott Northwestern with Dr. Raymond Drew. Has anyone had their WLS at Abbott or with Dr. Drew? Not far from scheduling surgery, only 5 lbs to lose and 1 more psych visit to make it through.

I live in La Crosse, WI but will be having surgery at Mayo Clinic in Rochester in 2015, but a date has not yet been set. Currently, I'm a couple weeks away from finishing up the behavior modification counseling and trying to gather as much information as possible. I look forward to hearing about all of your accomplishments!

Hi there! I am in Shakopee, MN.

I had RNY on Sept. 29th, 2014. I just found this little Minnesota group and thought I would reach out.

We have a Twin Cities B-Pal Sleevers group that meets once a month. We shuffle between St Louis Park, Fridley and now Roseville. We are a pretty small group and very supportive of each other's successes!

This Saturday, February 21st - we are meeting at Good Earth restaurant in Roseville at 10am. Everyone is welcome to join us.

Lori (Go4itLori)

Text/call: 952-270-5239

Hi! My name is Kim. I live in NE. I had RNY surgery in October 2009 and my surgeon was Dr. Drew at Abbott. Your in good hands. Excellent Doctor! My advice; get out of that bed and walk. It helps. 3 days you'll start to feel better. 3 weeks you'll feel like a whole new person! Best of luck!

Edited November 3, 201510 yr by kimjo

Hi I'm a Minnesota too. I went to unity too & had Dr. July. I'm kinda concerned about the all liquid diet. I was told drink Water every 15 minutes & I've done this religiously. I've had chicken broth???? and sugar free hot coco & it to lactose free milk. I'm so tired of eating these things. I've looked up support about first weeks & any good clear liquid ideas. But so many aren't following what is written & told to do. I'm not a goody too shoes, but to take this weight off. I've not had the full feeling that I was told I would. I'm starving all the time. Ugh ! Am I doing this wrong? Can I eat more the the 3 times a day ? I mean during my water every fifteen minutes or after? Like Jello or do you know of anything els I could eat along with the clear liquids. Also have either of you had the feeling of being hungry all the time.[/quote

I think you need to cut down on your water! No drinking 30 minutes before and after eating. I think your washing the nutrients right out of your system! No wonder your hungry. Protein first then veggies. As little carbs as possible! Hi, by the way! I'm Kim and I live in NE MPLS. A clear liquid that saved me; jello and, add crystal light to you water, many good flavors. Up your protein in your drink and it wouldn't hurt to call your nutritionist . I take it after re-reading your post you can't have solids yet. You may be ready to blend some solids, but again check first!

Edited November 3, 201510 yr by kimjo

I'm in Woodbury, east of the twin cities I am 1 month post op RNY.

I had dr Kelly at St Joes. I'm really lucky to have such an amazing program and I hope everyone has the best of luck on their journeys! It's a huge adjustment but it's so worth it if you are ready for it!

If anyone wants to meet up! I would be more than excited to!