jamielynnkayla

I have Tricare too, and was approved for my surgery to happen 12/13/11. I had to have a BMI of 40 or 35 with a chronic condition ie diabetic. They required me to go to an information meeting, see a psychcologist, and a dietitian. My first Dr appt was in October, and I will have the surgery in under two weeks. They are one of the only insurance companies out there that dont require the six month diet. I was approved for the surgery on the first request.

Im guessing its Blood Pressure....Although, I cant be certian without more context....

Hi guys! My date is 12/13...I just started the pre op diet yesterday, and I am not liking it. But, I have to stick to it...no more excuses for me!! I will love the day when I can eat more than protien shakes and sugar free jello though!!

Hi guys, my name is Jamie and I am 30 years old. I am from Lincoln, Nebraska, and currently live in Satellite Beach, FL. I have been struggling with my weight as long as I can remember. I made the decision to do this for myself and my family. I am married to a wonderful man, Brian, who is in the Air Force, and we have four beautiful daughters- Kayla 11, Isabelle 7, Madilyn 2, and Zoe 1. I am done having kids now, so there are no more excuses for me not to loose the pounds. My husband has a hard time with his annual PT tests, and our 11 year old is going down the same path I did as a child, so I am hoping that by changing my lifestyle, it will reflect on my family as well. I just started the 14 day pre op diet yesterday, and am dying....I am really hoping that it gets easier. The all liquid diet thing is making me hungry, and as much as I try, the shakes do NOT taste like cupcakes. I keep telling myself that it is all worth it in the end....but that doesnt make me want sweets or carbs any less. I hate fish too, so that is something else that I am trying to come to terms with. Also, I am not a fan of sweating, so that will be an adjustment as well. I am fortunate enough to have access to the Base gym for free....now I just need to start going. My surgery is scheduled for December 13 (right before Christmas...UGH) with Dr Nathan Allison at the VIera Hospital. I hope that this journey gets easier...