April 6th, TJ, Mexico

[newnicole 11]

missmeli

What Vitamins are you taking?

[missmeli 15]

That's funny! I was totally wig shopping on the interwebs last night!

As for Vitamins, I'm taking a women's one a day, but twice a day, lol. I'm also taking a Gummy Calcium citrate, Biotin (the hair - no real proof that it helps, but it can't hurt!) and a liquid B-12 (energy - I've also cut out my beloved sf rockstars and thus seems to help) twice a day.

[SlowlybutSurely 73]

MissMeli, I weighed 308 when I flew to San Diego on Southwest and was concerned about the seat as well so I purchased my own extender off ebay. Turned out that I didn't need it because the seatbelt fit but on my return flight AFTER the surgery, I used it anyway for comfort. It would be nice if all the seats were the same because you never know if you'll fit or not.

Edited March 10, 2014 by BamaBoo64

[newnicole 11]

missmeli

Ok thanks I take one a day too but I need to add Biotin.

[missmeli 15]

MissMeli, I weighed 308 when I flew to San Diego on Southwest and was concerned about the seat as well so I purchased my own extender off ebay. Turned out that I didn't need it because the seatbelt fit but on my return flight AFTER the surgery, I used it anyway for comfort. It would be nice if all the seats were the same because you never know if you'll fit or not.

So true, but not for too much longer.

[Jen:) 40]

I fly in on April 6th for surgery with Dr. Lopez too! This is my very first post here..could NOT figure out how to post, ha. I'm so glad to see others going with Dr. Lopez. His name doesn't come up as often as some of the other surgeons, but I've known for months that I wanted to go with him. I am so READY!

[Jen:) 40]

Oh yeah, I'm also a bit preoccupied with the hair loss. I don't have that much to begin with.

I'm with you. My hair is so fine and thin to begin with..this is probably my biggest concern (after fitting in seat for my flight, ha). I need a haircut now, but I'm too afraid to cut it and it all fall out so I'm thinking I'll wait and see what I'm left with.

[cassieluvscamarieon 4]

sorry I never get on here didn't realize there were so many messages!! I will be going alone but I am sure we will all see each other and can walk the halls and chat about nothing here's my email for everyone that's flying out the 6th /has surgery the 7th or 8th it would be great to hear from you!! email is the best way to contact me! looking forward to hearing from everyone.

cassieluvscamarieon@yahoo.com

getting so nervous!! Less then a month to go and every time I think about it I get butterflies!! I wish it were here already. i'm so ready to be skinny! Still have to go shopping for Protein powders,etc and pay the rest of my surgery off.. other then that I am ready to go!!!

what is everyone packing?! I am flying through spirit and can only bring a small backpack.. need to crafty Ideas of how to fit everything so I don't have to pay their over priced baggage fee's.. I heard back light but would like to hear everyone else's lists..

[cassieluvscamarieon 4]

I have the worst flight schedule ever!! Friday when I fly out the ONLY schedule I could find back that was after their allotted time wasn't until 8:25pm!! check out is like 11 am.. but I am going to see if I can make arrangements to stay longer if not I figured maybe going to the casino depending on how I feel.. hopefully I don't feel to bad because it's going to suck have a late flight with nothing to do all day.

I thought it was just me but it was hard finding a flight to fit the hours of pick up.

[cassieluvscamarieon 4]

I will be there earlier the 6th, I am nervous and prepared a little but I really need to get on board!!

Awesome, I will be arriving San Diego late the 6th, ready to be picked up for surgery next day with Dr. lopez.

I am flying in wIth my son from the Cayman Islands.

I am sure we will see each other walking the halls.

Are you nervous? Have you started preparing yet?

[Jen:) 40]

I'm flying Spirit too, out of DFW. Anyone else from Texas? What Protein powders are y'all using?

[vsg_joanna 67]

Oh yeah, I'm also a bit preoccupied with the hair loss. I don't have that much to begin with.

I'm with you. My hair is so fine and thin to begin with..this is probably my biggest concern (after fitting in seat for my flight, ha). I need a haircut now, but I'm too afraid to cut it and it all fall out so I'm thinking I'll wait and see what I'm left with.

Jen... I have super fine/thin hair too =( I'm planning on getting a super short bob ala Katie Holmes at the three month mark. I keep hearing people say that it begins around then =/ Unfortunately, I feel like my hair decided to preemptively start falling out more now maybe due to anxiety about the surgery. lol lucky me- might need a wig by month three.

[newnicole 11]

Here go my email for you all that's coming to Mexico around the same time. pinkstonmargaret@yahoo.com

[LFitz66 8]

Me, too! Flying in on the 6th, surgery on the 7th with Dr. Ortiz. Are you bringing someone? Where are you coming from?

Hi all! I'm getting sleeved by Dr. Ariel Ortiz on April 7th in TJ. I fly in to SD on the 6th. It would be great to meet up with you all!

[missmeli 15]

what is everyone packing?! I am flying through spirit and can only bring a small backpack.. need to crafty Ideas of how to fit everything so I don't have to pay their over priced baggage fee's.. I heard back light but would like to hear everyone else's lists..

I am flying Frontier and Sun Country (it was cheaper and I could fly in the specified time frame). Both of those airlines allow me to take my small wheeled duffle bag as a carry on along with a personal item (purse).

I am packing very light. I'm bringing some yoga pants and t-shirts, sports bras, PJs, a maxi dress, some crystal light individual serve packets, phone + tablet, (plus their chargers), and toiletries. Well, my passport too - but, ya know. I am definitely packing light and my clothes are geared toward comfort.

As far as Protein shakes go, I've ordered the unjury sample pack to see how I feel about the unflavored and the chicken Soup. I've also picked up a tub of my favorite vanilla whey Protein from GNC (I have long been a fan of protein + fruit + veggie smoothies in the morning), and will be using that for most of the pre-op phase. It's quite good in the morning with some instant coffee, Water, and a splash of SF Torani Mocha Syrup.< /p>