SnowDaisy

Good luck....I'm the day after you....I know what you mean about getting nervous.....ooooooooo Xx

I have been on my pre op diet for about six weeks and managed to lose about 20 lbs. But my scales have not moved hardly at all in the last 2 weeks...I mean maybe an ounce here or there but that's it. My pre op consists of 2 high Protein shakes and one meal of salad and lean meat. My thyroid tested within range so it can't be that. It's weird because I can see weight loss in my face and body and feel it in my clothes too. I'm due to have my bypass next week on the 29th and I'm hoping I'm still won't continue this stall. I expect I'll probably gain some weight due to anesthesia and Fluid retention. But I hope it won't continue too far out. It's probably just the affects of a VLCD.....agh! Did any of you guys have this problem? Xxx

Well I'm excited and anxious all at the same time. Been in a low mood all week. I guess it's just nerves. As scared as I am, I would be devastated if it was taken away from me lol. Are you going to do a pre op diet? I suppose you'll find all that out after your meetings though. Lots of luck Xx

Hello Minilyn Welcome and good luck on your journey. Do you have any idea how long you'll have yo wait for your surgery? Mine is next week, 29th January... Xx

I am ore-op but I take Biotene just in case. I will continue to take them after the op for at least a year. Xx

What did your surgeon and team tell you? You should follow their advice...that's usually no alcohol? Just my opinion, but I don't think you should be considering alcohol only 7 weeks out. Take care x

Like I said to Jlmckee my list is long because of a hotel stay for 2 extra nights....lol But PJ's seem like a good idea when you start walking around. All the best. Xx

You too. Lol...the list is long and I forgot to add some things, but we are going out of town so we will be staying in hotel for two nights after two nights in the hospital. Xx

According to my husband, the kitchen sink got snuck in my case...lol Two pairs of PJ's Dressing gown Slippers Scholl socks with grippers Panties Front opening bra's Biotene for dry mouth Loads of disposable toothbrushes with paste already on them (But have regular toothbrush and toothpaste too) Mouthwash Deodorant Moisturiser Shampoo Conditioner Soap Wash cloths Brush and comb and hair bands My own towels Breath fresheners Antibacterial hand cleanser Will take iPad and phone I did put all this stuff in small bottles. I will also have clothes to come and go with.... Xxx

Good luck for Monday...are you ready? Xx

mine is 26 March I am having open surgery bit scared. Taking 6 weeks off. I am 5ft 4 and weigh 98 kg. I hope to get to at least 60. I am insulin resistant and liver and kidneys failing as I am producing 10 times more insulin than I should. I have had several surgeries and, sleeve and now bypass so have to have open due to scar tissue. Best of luck with yours and keep updating as I will only just over 8 wks to go to a new beginning Good luck fleabag. I'm open too..... X

Speedy recovery and hope you get to go home soon. Xx

I think support groups are a fantastic way to help keep you on track and also to keep you motivated. Xx

I'm glad you understood what I meant...lol...I just noticed it was supposed to say fantastic weight loss. Yes it's hard breaking those habits...but the tool you have now is going to help you break them. Xx

Well done on your fantastic we it loss. Xx

My surgery is one day after you Meintraining...mine is on Wednesday the 29th. I had a mini panic attack today, but my husband gave me a big hug and reminded me that I'm going to be in good hands and it passed quickly. No doubt I'll feel like that on Wednesday Morning...I'm in a 6am. Well all the best to you Meintraining and anyone else who are having their surgeries soon too. Xxx

That's great...well done...all the best. Xx

I saw this and thought it might be helpful for those trying to choose which ones to buy. Numerous companies market Vitamins to gastric bypass patients, including chewable Multivitamins. Not all of these vitamins are created equal, though, and some are not really suitable for gastric bypass patients at all. But how can you tell the difference? Well, the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) has issued specific guidelines for bariatric surgery patients when it comes to vitamins. Let's see how some popular brands measure up. Celebrate Vitamins Celebrate Vitamins markets a fairly comprehensive line of vitamins to bariatric surgery patients. The label on the multivitamins advises patients to take two per day, which gives them 200 percent of the RDA of most nutrients as recommended by the ASMBS. You can select one with Iron or one without iron, whichever you prefer or meets your needs best. One negative about Celebrate chewable multivitamins is that while they have 200 percent of the RDA of Vitamin A, half of that comes from beta carotene, which is not absorbed well in gastric bypass patients due to decreased production of stomach acid. There are also a couple things missing from Celebrate chewable multivitamins, including potassium and phosphorus. Bariatric Advantage Bariatric Advantage also markets a fairly comprehensive line of vitamins to bariatric surgery patients. The label on the multivitamins advises patients to take two per day, which gives them 200 percent of the RDA of most nutrients as recommended by the ASMBS. However, two chewable tablets contain only 150 percent of the RDA of Vitamin A and these vitamins are missing a few key nutrients, including vitamin K and potassium. Opurity Opurity multivitamins are unique among multivitamins marketed to gastric bypass patients because the label states that patients need take only one chewable tablet a day. Gastric bypass patients generally take so many nutritional supplements daily that the idea of only needing one Multivitamin daily is met with enthusiasm. However, it's only possible to absorb certain amounts of some vitamins at a time, which is why patients are typically advised to take two multivitamins daily, at different times. In addition, Opurity is missing several important nutrients including vitamin K, phosphorus, potassium, iodine and molybdenum. Opurity is also low on vitamin A and half its vitamin A comes from beta carotene, which is not absorbed well in gastric bypass patients. Opurity does not stack up well next to brands like Celebrate and Bariatric Advantage. Optisource The manufacture of Optisource claims that gastric bypass patients only need to take four chewable tablets of this vitamin each day to meet all of their nutritional supplement needs. However, patients need to take eight tablets a day in order to get the 200 percent of the RDA of most nutrients as recommended by the ASMBS. Optisource also contains a form of Calcium, calcium carbonate, which gastric bypass patients cannot absorb due to decreased stomach acid. Furthermore, gastric bypass patients have little intrinsic factor in their pouches so they need a sublingual B12 supplement, not a chewable supplement like Optisource. The bottom line is, Optisource does not come close to meeting the needs of gastric bypass patients. Bariatric fusion As with Optisource, the manufacturer of Bariatric Fusion claims that gastric bypass patients only need to take four chewable tablets each day. However, patients need to take eight tablets a day in order to get the 200 percent of the RDA of nutrients as recommended by the ASMBS. Bariatric Fusion does contain some calcium citrate, which gastric bypass patients can absorb, but not enough to meet their daily needs. Bariatric Fusion also contains some calcium carbonate, which will not be absorbed. Bariatric Fusion, when taken as directed on the label, doesn't come close to meeting the needs of gastric bypass patients.

I think they are saying that some are far better than others. I think they imply that it's far more cost effective to take one-a-day, rather than 8 per day in some cases. It guess it's swings and roundabouts where these supplements are concerned. But to be honest this study only covered a few brands that specifically target the WLS patient. Of course drug companies are never going to miss a trick. Celebrate seemed to fair better in this study. Anyway, it was just something I came across and thought it might help someone to make up their minds if they, like me, don't know which brand to choose. Xx

Yes it was painful and I had those same symptoms you describe. I was lucky, the cramps and spotting only lasted a month. X

It's understandable that the insurance company would insist that obgyns do it, due to the coil being inserted by people who didn't know what they were doing and caused a lot of pain and injury to many. I think the Mirena is good...it certainly helped me. X

Dr. Robert Ludemann Clackamas OR 97015 0 Patients This is only one listed on here....sorry. Xx

The only problem I could see with the Mirena Coil is not with the coil itself, but with the the person inserting it. Not enough training. Xx

I have the Mirena along with hormone Patches. Mine was given to balance out hormones when I developed peri-menopausal symptoms. This is my second Mirena coil and I have never had a problem with it at all. I think I can safely say that any weight gain I had was not due to the Mirena. Good luck X

I looked him up here for you and nothing comes up. But then, there are other criteria to enter. Sorry I can't help. Perhaps when you get on to another computer you'll be able to put in more info. When is your surgery? Xx