Nikki613

Okay...i will be sleeved in 6 days. Day 2 of liquids and im not hungry...BUT...my head is freaking killing me!!!!!!!! Probably caffine withdrawl. Can it just be Tuesday already? Oh also, plz add me to August 21st. With Dr Stowers.

I quit 3 months ago. I purchased an electronic cigarette. I bought 2 flavors of liquid that were both nicatine free. Puffing on the ecig released my anxiety that first 3-4 weeks. I havent had to use it the last few months at all. I got the ok of my Dr to use it since there was no nicatine. I was put in welbutrin but i hated it and only took it a few days. I would as your Doc for an rx though, it may help you.

This is a very personal journey for you, and your boss was extremely out of line! My guess is that confronting her on the issue will only make matters worse and you said that you need your job. You could always go to HR, but that isn't always the best idea either/ depending on your company. Good luck to you and I wish you much success!

<p>OMG Nevermind after a week I finally figured it out. For some weird reason the option was hidden on my phone. Logged in to the computer and saw where it was supposed to be and just clicked on the same spot on my phone. There it was! </p>

I accidentally changed my theme to the web version in my Samsung Galaxy 3. I cant find where to change it back and this web version is horrible. I have the app but i hste using it as well. I just want to go back to viewing in the mibile version. Any help woukd be so appreciated.

I have heard the following : chapstick, comfy clothes for the ride home (nothing tight) Pillow for your belly flip flops gas x strips (i would check with surgeon) phone charger for your cell facewash these are just the things I remember. I am going to try NOT to overpack as it is in my nature to pack for 10 days even if it is for only 2 LOL

Wow you have had quite a tough journey. i can only hope that you are able to return home soon to your family and will recover fully soon! *hug*

Happy surgery day to everyone tomorrow! Happy healing to everyone already sleeved!! I am going to say a big prayer for everyone tonight! Update on me....we finally told the inlaws tonight!! Well i chickened out and sent the husband! What a relief that is done. Now I can focus on getting prepared for surgery! *hugs*

Hi everyone! I am the original poster of this thread. I am not about 2 weeks from surgery! YAY! Well ....my intention was to keep this a secret from most everyone....and them something happened....i started feeling like I was filled with anxiety over keeping it all inside. So I first told a couple girls at work....reactions were a little shocked and scared but after I explained everything and all the research I have done ect...they are supportive. Told the inlaws tonight and they had questions but are backing me up. I think my MIL was a bit hurt that I thought she wouldnt be supportive. Anywho thats it.....everyone knows. IT IS A HUGE RELIEF!

Congrats! I too love this post. Its exactly what I needed to hear. I am having surgery in a couple weeks!

I wish there was a short video of sime post op exercises we could do immediately. I would like to minimize the sagging skin myself.

I told a few coworkers and if the rest find out....oh well. My husband is telking his parents. He is going to tell them when I am not there and ask them to be nothing but supportive. I Hmhave spent thousands of hours researching this surgery. I know the risks and advantages and together we made the decision. He is also going to ask my mil to not tell anyone as this is a personal matter and I do not particularly like my medical information to be shared with people I am not close to.

Sorry you had a rough start MamaMelly. Hope you continue to get better everyday!!! Hugs. Keep us posted

Omg! You look great. You need to have those eyes checked lol

I would go ahead and do your 6 months diet if your new insurance will cover bariatric surgery. Mine as well start now! My insurance only required the supervised diet be completed in the last year.

Instead of focusing on the number, focus on body fat percentage. That is my plan, more muscle...less fat. According to the BMI chart I should be about 150 for normal (im 5'6 as well). Last year I worked out with a trainer and he measured my body fat with a machine. He said my ideal weight should be 170. The trainer said ideally he wanted me to put on a good 7-10 lbs of muscle

GOOD LUCK!!!

6 months flew by. I started researching around Christmas, had my first appointment a few months later,3 months of supervised diet, and it feels like yesterday I was just starting to research. When I was finishing up all my appointments/clearances ect I kept wanting the process to SLOW DOWN. haha felt like my head was spinning. Good luck to you on your journey. My advice is to use the 6 months to PREPARE and RESEARCH the heck out of the surgery and the new life you will be living!

I hope I feel as good as you do after surgery!!!

I just ordered all of my vitamins from Bariatric Advantage. My Dr.recommended them!

I am so sorry you are having a hard time. Sending good vibes your way. I think age is just a number when taking into consideration maturity. I think that I would let my daughter have this surgery at 16 if she showed me how responsible she was. i would make her begin the rituals of Protein first, Vitamins, meal planning, exercising months before surgery so that I could see if she was ready. Good luck to you hun.

Hooray!!!!!! Congrats! I know its a big relief when we get the approval.

Congrats!!!! Youre sleeved!

So excited for you!!! I am 20 days away. We have the same surgeon btw!

Good Luck to eveyone having surgery tomorrow!! Hooray for the first August sleevers. We should totally do a reunion next year!!