Lowpockets68

I was banded Oct 19, 2010. My husband lost his job shortly thereafter and I fell completely off the wagon. I couldnt afford my fills so I just gave up. I am in a much better place for me now and I really want to start back over. What do I do? I am terrified and ashamed to go back to my surgeon. I feel no restriction anymore and I know a need a fill. I refuse to be a failure anymore. I sure could use some prayers for strength and confidence and some suggestions right now. Thank y'all so much.

Thanks. I am going to call first thing in the morning. There is also a group meeting tomorrow night. I am going to make sure I'm there.

Flintstones. My kids and I have tried, I believe, every chewable mulitvitamin on the market. Flintstones don't leave that nasty aftertaste. Good luck!! Lowpockets68

Hi Cynsayshun My pre-op diet is for 4 weeks. ( I wish it was just 2) My surgery date is 10/19. I can tell you from experience that I did cheat early on. I'm not proud of it but I'm not ashamed of it either. I am just human. The key is to get back on the wagon and stay on a "eating (drinking)" schedule regardless of where you are and who you are with. Don't reason it away to make yourself feel better. Just say, "OK, I back-slid. Tomorrow is a new day and I CAN DO THIS !!!!!" YOU CAN DO THIS!!! I'm proud of us for getting this far. It's really hard. I know it is. Hold your head up high and work hard. You are worth it. God bless you! Good luck!!! Lowpockets69

CONGRATS!!!!! You brag all you want. You earn it!!! Keep up the good work!

Hello everyone I just found out that my surgery date is Oct. 26. WAHOOOOO !!!!! I started my journey in January of this year being really excited. I think I have worked through every emotion that ever was during that last few months. Now that I am a month out I am TERRIFIED!!!! I'm not having second thoughts but just scared of the unknown I guess. My doctor is a little different. I have to do a 4 week liquid diet. This is going to be interesting... (just sayin') I am so glad that I am not going through this journey alone. Thanks to all for the tips and tricks to help make this a successful journey.

Thanks everyone for your suggestions. I put in a call to the surgeons office and set up an appointment to discuss this with him. hopefully I will be able to use their office as my base for this 6 month diet. We will see...

Can anyone offer any suggestions? My PCP suggested I look into WLS 8 months ago. I did the research, went to meetings, and spoke with everyone that I could find. I decided that the Lap Band was what I really wanted and needed to do. When I went back to my pcp for my bi-annual BP check I brought up the topic of WLS and what I had found. She was all for it if this was what I wanted. However, she will not help me on my journey. My PCP says that her office only deals with one weight loss group in my area of NC. I met with that group when I did my original research and did not care for the surgeon or the office staff. My insurance requires that I have 6 months of a structured diet supervised by my PCP and a dietician. My PCP will not supervise this diet because I did not choose her affiliated surgeon. She will provide any records that are required but not the supervision that I need. Now what do I do? I found a surgeon whom I truly like and like the program his office offers. But I have to have this supervision required by my insurance. They will not budge. I called and spoke with them explaining the situation. They did wish me good luck! I am very frustrated... I felt sooooo good about my decision but now... Thanks for any suggestions

Hi... I have been researching the Lap-Band®® system for several months now and am 99.9% sure that this is what I need to do. My insurance, Highmark BCBS, will cover this surgery provided that all of their guidelines are met. I understand that and I understand with all but one. I can't get ANY clarification from BCBS. One of their requirements is 6 consecutive months of structured nutrition and exercise program. I can't get them to clarify exactly what they are looking for. Do I need a nutritionist and a personal trainer? I'm not made of money. If I was I could self pay. I just don't understand. Can anyone help? My PCP says that until I can get that clarified she won't refer me to a Lap-Band®® program. SOOOOOO discouraged!:blushing: Thanks sooo much for any imput!

Thank you all so much for your help and encouragement! I thought I understood when I started this research that it would be an interesting journey... It just seems a shame that the insurance company can dictate how your doctor can treat you medical needs. Oh well... such is life. Thanks again to all!!! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!:thumbup: