I'm set for February 11th in dallas and dr. Frenzel is my doctor!!!

I have been doing a lot of research on the supplements/vitamins they expect us to take post diet. The Nut is really pushing the Celebrate package of vitamins at $245. I bought a gummy multi with fiber at Walmart, and some sublingual B-12. I did order the calcium chews and iron chews from Celebrate, but only because I couldn't find them any where else. I am still under $100, and I have everything that is in the $245 Celebrate pack.

I ordered Bari Life. It tastes ok in cherry and orange flavors. You simply take 2 scoops per day in your water, smoothie or whatever and it covers all your vitamin and mineral needs. Super easy. It costs about $1 per day.

I got my date! February 2nd with Dr.Zavalza in Tijuana. Such a great experience so far with him! We've Skyped and talked on the phone a few times. I can tell he really cares for his patients. Can't wait to meet him.

HI,

I am scheduled for Feb. 4th! I am so excited. Just got my pre-op package in the mail today. I started this process 5 months ago and I am so ready.

@@mdlange

Yes, I have started the pre-op diet. It really isn't too bad, although I've had a headache for two days. The dietician said that should go away after three days.

@@mdlange

Yes, I have started the pre-op diet. It really isn't too bad, although I've had a headache for two days. The dietician said that should go away after three days.

I am dealing with the headache too. And lethargy! I just tumble around the house, no focus. I really feel for those that have to go to work everyday on the pre-op diet! Hang in there everyone!

On facebook, send me a friend request my name is Jana Kightlinger Bowser. Then PM me and I will add you to the group.

Thanks,

Jana

Hi Jana, I am getting my sleeve on February 9th and sent you a friend request for the group! Thanks Michelle

February 26 in NY

I'm scheduled for Feb 12th...mixed feelings here :/

Got the call today that I have been approved by my insurance company. Surgery scheduled for February 16th...Good luck everyone!

February 4 in South Bend IN. This is my second day on liquids. Not horrible but not great. chicken Bouillon with hot sauce is a winner. Everything else is to sweet. unjury is not to bad but i'm sue i will grow to hate it.

On facebook, send me a friend request my name is Jana Kightlinger Bowser. Then PM me and I will add you to the group.

Thanks,

Jana

Sent you a FB friend request

Charlotte, you summed up my experience to a T! I have also decided not to tell anyone. I am going to Tijuana to have mine done and I just do not want to handle all the negative comments! I am set for the day after you, so lets keep in touch thru all this! Good luck and Enjoy that shake today!

Who is your doc in Mexico? I'm seeing Garcia.

Hi ladies, I think I'm getting CLOSE to getting my date!!! I had my ultrasound, surgery class, meeting with the Director of the Hospital Bariatric program, and a metabolic breathing test yesterday. According to my checklist I have to do my psych clearance-which is next Tues, one more lab test (stool sample...ugh) and my last appt which is now scheduled for Feb 11th! So, they will submit to insurance after that appt! I'm excited but I have to admit the nerves are REALLY kicking in. I'm praying for favor with the insurance company. I have struggled with the losing weight during the program, I go down, then up, down then up. I hope they don't deny me for that reason, I've done everything they require.

So, also-can I ask for some advice?

I was sort of thrown a little curve ball yesterday. This whole process I have been trying to work towards having the sleeve. I met with the BIG WIG of the Bariatric Program of my hospital yesterday. He told me that after reviewing my charts, progress, etc. that he recommends that I have the full bypass. He said that he has personally seen quite a few patients who don't succeed with the sleeve and eventually go on to have it revised to the bypass. I think I looked like a dear in headlights!!! Thankfully the surgery class was right afterwards so I got some questions answered about things I was worried about. FOR EXAMPLE-the malabsorption thing. It was explained to me like this. The malabsorption component means that my body would absorb less of the fats and sugars out of the foods I eat, thus resulting in better weight loss. It's not like it's going to cause HARM, it's a good thing...an extra bit of help. If I would eat, let's say, an oreo-full of sugar. I would have the dumping syndrome and probably bring it back up. It's an extra level of feedback that my body would have stating NOPE YOU CANT EAT THAT! Trust me, it won't take me long to not try to eat sugars and bad things if I'm throwing them up!! So even though it's a more complicated surgery, because of what the doctor reccomends, do I try for the sleeve or go-ahead with the full bypass?

I'm Feb11th as well in Fort Worth!