Sannah

Touché!! MIL's suck!! Sent from my iPhone using VST

I am in the same situation. I poster a similar question a while ago and what I learned is this. Of course we all know we can't control the 'nature' aspect of this. But we can control the 'nurture' aspect. Lotion frequently(daily)-for moisture to encourage elasticity Exfoliate weekly- get the blood flowing. One gal said she uses st Ives. Bio oil- not sure how often Under garments- like spanx to teach the skin where it should be Exercise, especially weights!! I hope this was some what helpful. Hoping for tight skin for all!! Sannah Sent from my iPhone using VST

Sweet rear!! I am a caffeine LOVER. I was drinking coke zero. I am in my 6 month medically supervised diet. About 45 days ago I cut out coke zero. I also went from six shots of espresso daily to two shots. I want to conquer the caffeine before surgery. Most days two shots of espresso is good. On hard/stressful days I grind Beans and turn on the espresso machine. Agh.... I was recently diagnosed with sleep apnea and maybe this is my reason for being addicted to caffeine. I often feel like functioning without caffeine is impossible. I hope to have a healthy relationship with espresso one day. Thank you for sharing your story!!! It sounds like I am not alone with this struggle. Maybe some of my love for espresso is cultural? After dinner we always prime the espresso machine, especially if company is over. Wishing you all wellness!! Sannah Sent from my iPhone using VST

Yes. Nerve wracking in deed!

Thank you for posting this!! I am pre op and I feel like its good for me to hear the lwhat others wish they knew pre op. maybe this can help shape my experience. Thank you kindly!! Wishing you Wellness! Sannah Sent from my iPhone using VST

Hello! We are pretty much in the same place! Reading your post was like reading how I feel daily. - I am in the process! Working on all the appointments! -Worried about insurance. I have Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield. - I have a BMI above 40. - excited about health and being thinner. -worried about seeing my daughter again. Will I die? Is this my time? - what about complications! - The stories of complications i read online weigh heavy in my mind. - I am thinking about this 24-7 Sounds like we are both feeling many of the same things! Thank you for sharing! Sannah

Amazing Work!! You Look great!! Beautiful dress in the final picture! You are truly an inspiration!! I am pre op and you gave me a glimpse of hope! Thank you SO much for sharing!!! Can I add you as a friend on this site? Sannah

Hip hip HOORAY!! Great news!! ???? Sent from my iPhone using VST

I was diagnosed with sleep apnea too. I have not met the surgeon yet. But my family doctor said its up to me to use or even have the machine, because as i loose weight the apnea's will stop. Does your surgeon know you have the cpap machine? Sent from my iPhone using VST

HOORAY!! Congrats!!! Sent from my iPhone using VST

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I would like this! Sannah Sent from my iPhone using VST

I had not been diagnosed with any complications ( of obesity)until today. Now i am feeling bummed and a bit down. I have not shared my journey with others. So only my husband knows. Feeling pretty crappy about myself. How did I get to this point? Sent from my iPhone using VST

Hi!! I am in the Portland area!! Do you go to any local meetings? Like them? Sannah ???? Sent from my iPhone using VST

I just found out that I have low Vitamin D as well. I was prescribed Vitamin d, but it makes my stomach so sick. So, my husband picked up vitamin D gummies and I take the equivalent of my prescription. I wish you the best! Sannah

Best of luck!!!

Hello Everyone! Thank you kindly for listening and providing me with encouraging words. This day has been very hard. I appreciate you showing me the light. 1. this will help me get approval for surgery with my insurance company. 2. to look forward to my future. 3. I have made the decision to find optimal health. I sincerely appreciate your thoughts! I hope you guys are doing well!! Sarah