Patienlywtng on my Curves

Congratulations on your loss. This great news.

Congratulations! You will do well.

I talked to a college classmate who had RNY first, to ask questions regarding the experience. Then researched and had my first appointment. Weighed my options, oh...came here to this site, then I told. It made it easier for me. I figured, if I would not have the support of my family, I at least had two friends that would help me along. It's all working out.

Whenever I use protein powder, I use Almond Milk or I will substitute Skim Milk. I'm pretty lactose intollerant. But these do not bother me.

Much success to you.

Hi Juny, Have you tried Atkins, Pure Protein, Designer Whey...any of these? I have tried them all. I usually drink an Atkins Advantage in the morning and the evening. The pure protein was great. Meijer has it on sale this week in the powder form.

Hah. Yes, I am and will always be BUT in this case, it is by choice. School comes first. Then I will have time to concentrate on everything else.

You are absolutely correct. It also says 1 week, but I was told he gives 2 weeks. I hope it is only 1 week of the pre-op diet. Let me get my book. I thought there was more to it...not really sure. Yeah, I'm only waiting because I'm in school. I finished my 6 mos. in June!

My surgery won't take place until December. I was just going to follow the information that was given in the binder from the first visit. However, when I meet with Lori next month I will ask if I will get something else or just follow that.

He will be performing my surgery. There is one other person I know here that he has performed their surgery, but in IL.

Congratulations. NSV's are mile markers that just make the journey that much more intersting! Keep pressing forward!

Hi Queen, I told my mom and my sister right away. Although I did with hesitation, they were supportive. One friend from work knows only because I wanted his reaction...exactly what I got was they 'Why'. There are 3 other friends who also know and are very supportive. To them, it's my decision and that is all! The reason my mom and sister know is because I need them to be here with me....LOL! Can I say that even though they both support my decision, I don't think they really care for me to go this route. I didn't have to give much of an explanantion except to my one co-worker. I am currently on Weight Watchers so if anyone else asks then that is what I am doing. I have been ridiculed enough in my lifetime for weight issues, but the choice to do something different, I will not stand for! I would say when comfortable, offer the reason if asked, weighing the tone of the conversation. If it comes to a point of being judgemental, drop it on them...with the that settles it tone! LOL

Compression Garments is on of the forums you can search. There were quite a few others. Most of the repeated suggestions was Flexees, Maidenform, Spanx. It was also suggested to check Wal-Mart, TJMaxx, Ross, Kohl's (especially for clearance items w/ coupon in hand) and a few other stores. These moreso for the reduction in price. Happy Hunting!

There is a forum on here that discusses this... Let me look for it and I will respond after. However, there were some suggestion for websites and I found a great one. The pieces are a bit pricey though. It is VedetteStore.com and another is Cupidintimates.com

I know I posted earlier regarding the date that I wanted, but it is now 'scheduled' for 12/18.

I have Cigna as well. They recently changed the policy in May from 6 to 3 months. Wouldn't you know I was finishing up month 6 in June! SMH. I was initially denied as well due to a missing medical clearance, but now I'm approved! Still have a way to go until surgery b/c of class and work schedule.

Congrats to you KinnymomX3! This was a very encouraging post! Continue pressing forward.

If you have Meijer, they have them there as well.

Congratulations! This is truly awesome!

Much sucess to you.

Yes, this happed with me as well. However, the insurance company told me why over the phone. I have since been approved.

Uh...yeah, no sleep for you! LOL Seriously, much success to you in a few hours.

Is there a way you can talk to the Instructor/Professor and ask if you can have a different seat. I too have been in that situation. It was painful yet I only had to endure for a short stint. You have at least 3 months more. I hope you can get relief with this situation.

I truly understand what you say. I was denied initially due to a missing medical clearance. Waited about 2 weeks from that and have just gotten an Approval today! The initial response came exactly within 7 days through Cigna.