Hi! I just started my journey and I am looking forward to chatting with those of you who are on a similar time-frame as myself. My insurance is Cigna so they require a 3 month supervised diet, psych eval and sign off from my primary (which I am worried about, I haven't seen him in 5 years so what if he wont sign off? should I find someone new? suggestions?)

I am aiming for an early September surgery date, my Dr. said it is doable! I am excited and nervous.

I have learned so much already from reading about everyone else's experience it has really helped to calm me down.

I feel like I am obsessed with this and it's all I can think about. I have probably watched 200 youtube videos so far. LOL

Any tips, tricks or advice is welcome and appreciated!

Thanks in advance!

My gastric sleeve surgery is scheduled for September 10th. Due to my insurance, I have to travel 4 hours away to have my surgery. I go on September 8th for my pre-op testing, a class, and also one final appointment with my surgeon. Anxious but excited!

Rima how are you feeling?

I am a lot better today then yesterday!! Yesterday I had really bad nausea! It was horrendous! But today it is gone. I got up and walked about 5 times yesterday. I have been up and about today too and had sips of broth, tea, Protein drink and Jello. So far so good! I should be out of here tomorrow!!!

So glad your over the worst if it.

I am on my last long stretch before being sleeved on September 9 th been on liquid diet since August 24 I am scared and excited.. Already lost 15lbs just on liquid but boy do I miss the taste of food..I don't feel hungry but my brain wants the taste what do I do ???

I hear you @@charlotteweb I am on day 4 and I am missing food, crunching, and foods I don't usually eat alot like popcorn and beans!

I am on my last long stretch before being sleeved on September 9 th been on liquid diet since August 24 I am scared and excited.. Already lost 15lbs just on liquid but boy do I miss the taste of food..I don't feel hungry but my brain wants the taste what do I do ???

Keep busy ... You can do this!!!

I have my last Dr appointment then will get my date. Hope it is in September. I too was worried about my Dr signing off.

He was actually on the mean side. Said why do that to your body? You will just be back here in 5 years the same size as you are now! I broke down in tears.... I've been obese for years and my records show it. I've tried every diet....every pill....hypnotized ...HCG shots etc... Then I got mad. He told me how he and his wife get up at 5:30 every day to workout. I had to remind him he's not obese.... When I told my surgeons nurse what my Dr said, she said it was time for a new Dr. I agree only I'll wait until after the surgery ! Anyway, got my letter and I am full steam ahead !!

I can't understand why some folks have to be so harsh and judgemental, especially a doctor who should understand that it's not by choice.

Definitely find a new doctor right away, and next year, send your old one a pic of your new self.

@ MrsKitz I think it's time for a NEW Dr.! One that is more understanding to his patients needs and who is not judgmental of his patients decisions. This is a very personal and important step in one's life and no one gets sleeved just because, this is not a fad, this is an important step that will affect the rest of our lives!

@ MrsKitz I think it's time for a NEW Dr.! One that is more understanding to his patients needs and who is not judgmental of his patients decisions. This is a very personal and important step in one's life and no one gets sleeved just because, this is not a fad, this is an important step that will affect the rest of our lives!

Thanks, but I think you misunderstood. I quoted Abby&IvysMom who is having the issue with her doctor. I agree with you, it's time for her to find a new doctor. My team of doctors are all very supportive and happy for me. It took a while for me to find a great team, but I've got the best.

My surgery date is Sep 22, 2015. I'm so glad there is a blog to be supported by others going through this same journey for a healthier life.

I am on my last long stretch before being sleeved on September 9 th been on liquid diet since August 24 I am scared and excited.. Already lost 15lbs just on liquid but boy do I miss the taste of food..I don't feel hungry but my brain wants the taste what do I do ???

How are you doing it? I'm having such a hard time sticking to my pre-op liquid diet and I'm extremely worried I won't loose but gain weight because my brain is freaking out and making me hungrier and I'm eat what I'm not supposed to. In the morning I'm ok and having my protein shake but then I start getting hungry for real food and I begin to eat. Any suggestions??

I try to stay busy.. And I drink alot of fluids when I feel hungry I drink a protein shake.. Have sugar fee jell-o. I have 4 kids at home and they depend on me to cook for them. I drink my shakes and broth before cooking for them you can do this.. And believe me I mess up too but I get back on track and start over ..we will get though this..we can help each other get though this

The obsession is normal. We all want this for ourselves so bad. Personally I eat sleep and day dream about this whole process all the time. I have Blue Cross Blue Shield. They require 6 consecutive months of supervised diet. However, I just found out from them they they will waive this requirement if your BMI is over 50 at your initial weigh in through whatever Bariatrtic program u enter. So my diet was waived because I was over the 50 BMI. We have to pass a mental health assessment, meet with a excersize physician, NUT and meet any weight lost requirements made by the surgeon. I'm home free on all accounts. I just have two more appointments I have to get through. A medical clearance appointment on 9/28, and my reevaluation appointment with my surgeon on 10/9. If I'm cleared on those and have gained no weight I'll get my surgery date. The insurance specalist told me my process would be much smoother due to me having the diet waived. Just make sure you save any and all weights you've done and all communication from the Bariatrtic people. Wish u the best of luck.

September 21st is my date!!!!

September 21st is my date!!!!

Mine too! Starting pre-op op diet today!

Good luck with the diet it's a bear. I am on day 6 and it is still h a rd for me.

But you will do great just take one day at a time.