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Congrats on your successful loss. I am right about the same size you were when you started and we also have about the same goal. I hope i do as well as you have. I haven't seen 175# in 18 years.

I have had my gallbladder removed and given birth 4 times. I had a cath each time. Trust me, you want them to put it in after you are asleep and leave it in as long as possible. You don't want them taking it in and out. That is what causes the pain, tears, and infections. It is much better to have one after surgery anyway. The chances of you falling while on pain meds is lessened greatly if you are not having to get up to pee.

I have been making home-made apple sauce tonight (golden apple) for my post-op mushy phase. I learned this technique when I had babies. food can be prepared (blenderized) and then placed into ice cube trays and frozen. This makes individual 1 oz. servings and cuts down on waste. After the food is frozen, label and date a freezer bag and place the food in it. Now you have a variety of food ready made to your specific taste. You can do this with anything that can be pureed; meat, fish, chicken, fruits and veggies, anything goes! I bought a Rival 1.5 cup food processor (under$10) to do my food. Not much clean up and no wasted food stuck to a large machine. BTW you can also make freezer pops (juice or pudding/yogurt) this way too. Just fill the trays with your desired product, cover with plastic wrap and then insert bamboo skewers (cut to size) and freeze. Voila! Now you have sleeve sized Snacks. Really hope this helps someone. It can be much easier to stick with a goal if you have a ready supply of necessities. I'm trying to plan. I know how easy it is to eat a Debbie cake when you are tired and don't feel like cooking. Happy pureeing y'all :0)

@Geno; Love the dancing banana!

I have Anthem BCBS PPO Ohio ( I live in MS). We have to have an approval. I've been waiting since Oct.26. The suspence is eating me up. I know I meet all criteria, but we all know how the insurance companies can be. I think I would double check back with them to make sure that they told me right about not having to have an approval. I haven't seen anyone with BCBS that has said that yet. I hope it is right, that is awesome!

I have been making home-made apple sauce tonight (golden apple) for my post-op mushy phase. I learned this technique when I had babies. Food can be prepared (blenderized) and then placed into ice cube trays and frozen. This makes individual 1 oz. servings and cuts down on waste. After the food is frozen, label and date a freezer bag and place the food in it. Now you have a variety of food ready made to your specific taste. You can do this with anything that can be pureed; meat, fish, chicken, fruits and veggies, anything goes! I bought a Rival 1.5 cup food processor (under$10) to do my food. Not much clean up and no wasted food stuck to a large machine. BTW you can also make freezer pops (juice or pudding/yogurt) this way too. Just fill the trays with your desired product, cover with plastic wrap and then insert bamboo skewers (cut to size) and freeze. Voila! Now you have sleeve sized snacks. Really hope this helps someone. It can be much easier to stick with a goal if you have a ready supply of necessities. I'm trying to plan. I know how easy it is to eat a Debbie cake when you are tired and don't feel like cooking. Happy pureeing y'all :0)

Girl, you should have went and got checked out; not only is that symptoms of stroke, but also of seizure. It can also be symptoms of a specific type of migraine. I would take it easy and if it comes back, go to the ER. Call an ambulance if you have to. Hope you are well soon.

Oh, Lord Girl; That's a lot of questions! I wish I could help, but I haven't been sleeved yet. I really hope things get better for you soon. I know what it is like to be sick and not know what to do, but I feel like you are at the right place to get answers. Good luck at getting some soon :0)

I have called Anthem every day this week. The guy told me Monday that it should be finished by Friday,but when I called today, they said it is still waiting RN review. I was really hoping to get into next weeks pre-op class, but alas, I guess not :0/

I'm looking for a cruise. I have 18 months to get ready (15th Annie.).

Congratulations girl, great job! I second what Raine said about getting something shiny :0) wouldn't that be nice!

Awesome job man! I am so truly proud for you. It is an accomplishment that few people can boast of. You really did lose the baggage of the old you, all 170lbs. Of him :0) keep up the great work!

What happens if you happen to start your period when it is time for your surgery? Do they make you reschedule or does something like that even matter? My surgery date is Dec. 6. I usually have my cycle sometime during the first part of the month. Has anyone had any experience with this? Or do y'all think this is a non-issue?

I just talked to Anthem and they said all mine lacked was RN review and it should also be done Friday. It sounds like we are on a roll. Come on Dec 6 :0)

Hey looking good Joe. Great job on the weight loss and the fishin'! Wow. I love to fish, but unfortunately never had the opportunity to catch anything like that. Looks like a blast. I'd probably pee my pants if I caught a big ol' bass, let alone something like that...lol. Maybe when I get healthier, we will we able to go more places. It's good that I like fishing, because with a husband and four sons, I'm sure there will be much of it in the future. :0)

I have read in many places that when a person is in the hospital, after surgery they are served Gatorade as a way to stay hydrated (especially if vomiting is present). Upon returning home, that person is told to discontinue the use of Gatorade because of the calorie and sugar content. Well, I have wonderful news for those that have not noticed; Gatorade now has a low cal version called G2 and Poweraide has a no cal version called Zero. Now we have better options for those bouts of nausea and vomiting post-op (or God forbid, the stomach flu) no cal/ low cal! The Zero is also an excellent source of hydration after workout or on hot summer days as it supplies electrolytes and some essential nutrient factors absent of sugar or calories. It is similar to drinking Crystal Lite, but better when the body has been depleted. So best of luck on your weight loss journey and alway keep you eyes open for new options to liven up your trip :0)

I had severe diaphoresis (bed soaking night sweats) after the births of each of my children. I understand that this can be caused by anesthesia (epidural or general) and also changing in the hormones, which is caused by a sudden shift in the fluid balance of the body (such as that caused by a sudden weight loss). After the birth of my first child, I weighed 30lbs. MORE the day after he was born than on the day of his birth (a total gain of about 45lbs. Overnight.) because of a slight case of toxemia. They didn't give me anything for it because I was nursing. I sweated it off over the next two weeks a gallon at the time. It was amazing. You could almost hear me slosh when I walked. I hope I never sweat like that again!

Hi, girls. My surgery is also 12/6. I have fibromyalgia, arthritis, degenerative disk, too many things to list. I take between 12-15 Rx meds daily. I am 34 and so looking forward to having a new life. I hope this helps me achieve that. Best wishes with y'all surgery :0)

I am a thrift store/yard sale girl too. We buy everything like that. I get a high going in and buying great stuff for a few bucks! Congrats on your new body and great buy :0)

Great job! Really proud for you:0)

Don't feel guilty. You spent the money to have a better quality and quantity of life. You wouldn't feel bad about paying for open heart surgery. This surgery should save you the money on that one :0)