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Thanks for chiming in guys, I appreciate it that I haven't fallen off the deep end completely. I do think I need to pick up a copy of the for dummies book!!

Thanks Carla I will be sure to do so!!

Hi All! I am currently pre op and I have been asked to take 325mg of Iron 2 to 3 times per day. Is anyone else taking this high of an amount of iron? Thanks!

Was this with bcbs il or another division?

I have no idea what snitching is. Darn autocorrect!

I have bcbs il ppo and I had to have all the usual test but not a required 6 month follow up or snitching. My doc did have me do 2 visits with the nutritionist. My insurance papers will be submitted directly after. They said I'd then get my surgery date. It's been maybe 1 1/2 month since I attended the first info session.

I'm really hoping for march as well. Since that's spring break.

I have bcbsil as well it looks like I don't have the required six months but my office is pretty serious it looks like about me hitting done "mind" nutritional goals and showing I can eat healthy.

Welcome aboard and please keep us posted on your journey!

Thank you for replying MIllyBel. That actually makes a lot of sense to me!

Same kudos to you Shannalee!!

Thanks @jgriffith0726 Thanks for the tips, this is going to sound crazy but I have a horrid fear of constipation, lol. So thank you for the heads up and the advice about the OJ. Take Care!! -J

Congratulations! Keep us posted, hoping that everything goes well!

Thanks for the encouragement, and I 'll definitely keep you posted!

It's funny that you bring this up, because I have a blog that I have a few subscribers to. Some I know and some I do. I've been fighting myself for the last week because I've password protected my post about RNY. I'm scared to death that someone I know will see it and then tell everybody else. But I don't feel like i should HAVE to ashamed or anything. I'm just not sure that this early in the game I can deal or want to deal with that kind of discouragement. If you guys would like to check it out its: plussizerunner.wordpress.com The password is just: 30 Best Wishes on everyones journeys!

It's so interesting the round of emotions that go around just with these first sets of appointments. I've been consumed with researching the procedure i would like.

Yes I had the same sentiments. I want what they refer to as the hold standard, plus the thought of slippage and erosion really freak me out. I will say I'm having a harder time deciding on the RNY over the sleeve. The though of following the supplement regime is a bit daunting.

Hi I'm wondering where was this taken from your groups policy or from the bariatric medical policy if do can you tell me which page? Thanks!