Hello,

I was approved for surgery last Thursday and scheduled the actual surgery date for May 15th. I am beyond excited! I am pleased with how smooth the insurance approval went. It took one day to get an approval so thankfully I did not have to wait. Anyone else have surgery in May? And for those of you who have already had surgery what do I pack in my hospital bag? I am so looking forward to this next chapter in my life.

May 1st!

Having gastric sleeve. Dr. said 1 to 2 nights in hospital. I laughed and said I'm usually a 2 nighter! But, we shall see! 20 more days! Whoop whoop!

I am excited and nervous all at the same time! Have different opinions floating all around from family and friends! Some say you will feel like s new person, others say your crazy, others say your not that big! ??‍♀️

13 hours ago, dede1118 said:

Yes! I feel you on that. My hubby also says dumb things like he doesn't want my body to be mismatched or for me to have a big head. I told him that losing this weight and gaining confidence is more important to me than anything. I have also been big for most of my life. I have a countdown on my dry erase board here at work, 34 days till surgery!

Do not let anyone or anything distract you! This is for you, and unfortunately some people either don't get it or are just insecure of the amazing transformation that's about to happen. Do not change your mind or opinion about this. What you are about to do is transform your life to a healthy life. You will feel amazing! You will look amazing! You will be able to do all the things you weren't able to do before! Its SO worth it! Trust in your surgeon that you are in great hands. They have done thousands of these procedures and can do them with their eyes ? closed. Hope I am not being too forceful here but I've seen what this surgery has done for my sister who was hopeless a year ago and 2 of my friends who had it done recently. Keep your head up high, stay focused and let others know that their anxiety is not needed right now. Best of luck to you all! My surgery is May 2nd and I couldn't possible be any more excited. ??

May 14th!

May 14th!

I was approved in March!!! Testing done and all but all he had was may 30th I cried for an earlier appt but got may 14th

May 14 isn't that far away. My pre ops are April 30 and surgery is May 18

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17 hours ago, stacy@5 said:

I am excited and nervous all at the same time! Have different opinions floating all around from family and friends! Some say you will feel like s new person, others say your crazy, others say your not that big! ??‍♀️

I've heard it all. "You shouldn't get the surgery," "You don't need it, you're not that big," "You should try this diet," etc...

Wendy
I just didn't tell anyone outside my family. My friends don't know. My boss at work knows only cause she has to cover me. Because I drive a school bus. I looked at it, this I'd for me. I've always taken care of my kids, wife etc.. know it's my turn

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what happens if I come to my day of surgery and they weigh me and I am just under the weight that qualifies me for the surgery will they deny me the surgery. The reason I ask is because I am right on the edge of qualifying so I have to weigh myself daily and make sure I am eating enough to stay in the qualifying range. I get sleeved May 9.

I'd imagine they would still do the surgery.

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I would hope so.

I worry about being slightly over my goal

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4 minutes ago, Coppola bus 103 said:

I worry about being slightly over my goal

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Same here. I gained back a few pounds after meeting a goal weight. My surgeon said not to worry about it and that I'd definitely lose it during the 10 day cleanse diet.

Where are you having your surgery. I'm having it at Boston medical center

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May 15th for me too. Glad to have surgery buddies.