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Hi all. So I bought a huge container of this protein shake from GNC and I have no idea what to do with it. I tried stirring it in my coffee since it was French Vanilla but that was really awful. Is anyone out there using this product? and how?

Thanks everyone. I will definitely try some of these suggestions.

Tamz, Say a quick prayer and put yourself in God's hands. He never fails. So as soon as you are able, please get back on this thread and let us know that your procedure went beautifully and you've began your new life. I'll be waiting to hear from you

The clerk called from my pcp's office today and said she couldn't send my surgeon a two year weight history because they didn't see me at all in 2010! I'm so pissed. The two year weight history is required by Aetna. What can I do now? Any advice? Please help.

Happy, My doc is part of a Center of Excellence too. I also have to do the 12 weeks of nutrition counseling, that started May 16th. Ugh. Feels like forever. Bryn, Thanks for checking on me

Congratulations Bryn! That's awesome!

Called my GYN's office today and got my 2010 weight history. The surgeon's office said my insurance will take it and I'm back on track! Thanks for asking. You guys are the BEST!

Congratulations! God bless you in your recovery.

Great start! Looks like you're really on your way! Your insurance company doesn't require you to go through a 3 or 6 month nutrition program? Most companies do so you're very lucky.

My doc told me they go by what your BMI was when you were first referred to the program. See if your insurance does the same. Good luck!

Ooooo. I did see my GYN last year. Can't remember if they recorded my weight though. Maybe they did??? Little hope????

BlkmikeG, Are you home yet? Sorry about your emergency surgery. Feel better soon. Keep us informed of a new sleeve date.

I didn't know you could gain all your weight back after having bypass. Is that possible with the sleeve too? If so, I'm really thinking I need some kind of support group.

Maybe I'm feeling sorry for myself or something but I'm beginning to feel like I'll never get sleeved. I started this process in April but had been thinking about it for the last 2 years. Now that I know for sure I really want the surgery, it seems like it's going to take FOREVER to get it done. I don't want to live another day in this horribly fat body. I want to have my sleeve NOW. Anyone else feeling this way? Help please....

So the scheduling nurse called me back today and said my surgery is scheduled for 8/9/11. Before I was just hoping for that date but now I'm actually on the calendar. Now of course this is dependendent upon all my other doctor's appointments going ok and being cleared for surgery. I'm excited to have this date but anxious that it won't happen for some reason. ugh.

Oh my goodness! At least you're keeping your spirits up. And thanks for your response. Glad to know I'm not the only one frustrated

BlkMikeG, I don't know where you are located but my doctor has cancellations each week due to insurance companies changing their requirements or patients changing their minds. Perhaps your doc has a waiting list for cancellations? This would be quicker than waiting several months for him/her to reschedule. I would definately check. Good luck anyway.

If all goes well, Aug 9, Newark Delaware.

I will be 40 years old this year and weigh 273.6lbs. I'm the fattest person I know. Sometimes I cry when I get dressed because I don't want to go out of the house looking like this and have people see me. Sometimes I make excuses just to stay home. I'm always the biggest person in the room. I've never had an opportunity to be the girl that men look at and say "wow". I don't take pictures with my family. I'm embarrassed to stand next to my great looking husband because I know what people are thinking. It's time for a change.

Hi all. I have been to my first nutrition class and they suggested purchasing a "magic bullet" blender for after surgery. Does anyone who has had surgery own one and use it? I don't want another unused appliance under my kitchen counter. Thanks.

I've gone to the seminar, had my consultation, met with a nutritionist and am on my 12 week, insurance required "diet". Has anyone ever lost weight on their 12 week program? I've been on it for a week and a half and haven't lost a pound. I'm really glad I'm not required to lose any weight before surgery but one again, I feel like a failure.

Thanks Wishes. I think we'll be getting the sleeve around the same time. I'm hoping for August but don't have a surgery date yet. Anyway, thanks for both replies. I will try harder. You guys are great!

I have Aetna and was placed on a three month supervised diet. My question is: do you have to lose a certain amount of weight to satisfy their requirements? I've read on here where people had to lose 10 percent if their body weight. Is this true? If so, I'm not off to a very good start.

I have BCBS of Delaware and am switching to Aetna *** because of their restrictions. But we are now in open enrollment. Is there a possibility you can change insurances?

I have BCBS of Delaware and am switching to Aetna *** because of their restrictions. But we are now in open enrollment. Is there a possibility you can change insurances?