sailorbrees

Are you using the patch or Nicorette? I have gone cold turkey in the past but then ate everything in sight. Using a smoking aid might keep you from feeling like you are crawling walls. Good luck! I'm tackling it now and it's so hard!

Amen! It's half the reason I quit teaching elementary school and went to middle!

I am a nanny for a family and they are wonderfully supportive of the surgery. We have even practiced having the 22 month old to get in the crib, because I won't be able to pick her up. That being said, I'm having surgery the week they are in Disney World. I am coming home from TJ, MX on a Friday and returning to work on the following Monday. Is this insane? I am so mentally and physically prepared (as best as I can be) and this is the only post-op non-food worry I have. I would appreciate any input. Thanks in advance!!

My PCP doctor switched my anxiety medicine to one that will help me quit smoking. Not sure if its the change in medicine but anytime any of my family asks me about the surgery or even reading forums on here I cry the whole time. Anyone experience a lot of weepiness pre-op? I know I'm nervous/scared/happy so that is part of it, but I've been crying for three hours over not wanting to try on bridesmaid dresses until after my surgery in April. What gives?

Since I don't really have a choice, I will just have to work through it and sit down when I'm over doing it. Thankfully, my sister has offered to help with the kids that first week back, specifically with carpool and baths.

I called my PCP yesterday and we decided to go back to my old medication and I'm going to use Nicorette. New body, new life, new me. Quitting smoking has to be easier than the surgery so I know I can do it. Thanks again for all your help. It's much appreciated

I found a PCP 5 miles from my house. She has 3 patients with VSG and RNY. She is going to do my follow up blood work, appointments, and check my stitches two weeks out. My surgeon and coordinator answer questions within 24 hours of an email or phone call. I just have to trust that it will go smoothly and everything will work out. Feel free to PM if you want the info for my surgeon and other research that I've done. Don't give up hope. There is a solution for everyone, here or abroad

I am waiting patiently as possible for my surgery date of 4/8. I sincerely feel that this surgery is God's plan for me. I had all of the money lined up for TJ, MX and it fell through. I prayed about it, that if this is supposed to be a sign, I will go get my butt back to WW for the 3 millionth time. The next week, all of my paperwork and money came through. That's enough of a sign for me. Now I just need strength and positive energy to calm my nerves! So excited and nervous that I keep bursting into tears when my family talks about it. Good luck to everyone. Saying prayers for all involved with VSG. I've learned already it is not the "easy way."

My best friend lost 50lbs on WW last year so I was told "I'm going the easy way out." I just told her that I would support her if she decided to marry a goldfish so I would appreciate to either have her support or not talk about this again. My stepmom told me that I need to just be sure to come out of surgery eating vegetables and lean protein and I won't have a problem. Another example of misinformed people forming an opinion. Sorry your mom did that to you, but I chalk it up to "at least she cares enough to say anything"....

I am pre-op and single but I was diagnosed with PCOS at 15 and am 25 now. After being non responsive to any bc over the years and Metformin regimen for 6 months, I just about threw in the towel. Then my doctor suggested Mirena. It's not for everyone but I've had it for 18 months and have had 2 day periods every month since then. My gyn and I decided that the VSG and Mirena until I meet goal are going to be the best options I have. I'm scheduled for 4/8. I'm praying everything works out for all of us!

I live in Atlanta and had United Healthcare for years. The deductible was 5000 for the surgery not including psych tests and Bariatric classes. My surgeon in TJ, MX is 4500. I'd be stupid to not go to Mexico. I'm going through A Lighter Me, but there are TONS of options out there. Good luck!

Thank you for all the posts! I am doing a modified diet that my surgeon has me on until March 1. It doesn't feel too extreme, but I am losing weight. Maybe it's from that. The medicine I'm sure has something to do with it, but I know I'm driving my family nuts. It's not uncontrollable sobbing just teary eyed and occasional crying. I just hate feeling this way. Can't wait to get home and walk on the treadmill. Maybe that will help

I live west of Marietta in a town called Powder Springs. We rarely make the news and unless you are familiar with the area most have never heard of it. I always say Atl suburb. Lol. You?

At the Mexican restaurants near my house (Atlanta suburbs) they have a delicious chicken and rice soup. I've already talked to the mgr and he said he would charge me $1 a quart for just the broth when I get home because it won't have anything in it. My next door neighbor ate this for weeks after her VSG. She said it was so soothing on her pouch. Hoping for the same!

I told my whole immediate family, including my dad's wife. Now, after reading the boards so much I know why people suggest not telling very many people. Everyone has an opinion. Thankfully, I am strong enough in my convictions that I won't be talked out of anything. If people can't support me, I don't need them around. They say funerals and weddings bring out the best and worst in people. I think you can add WLS/VSG to that group as well.

I am having my surgery on April 8th in Tijuana, MX with Dr. Elias Ortiz. I am so nervous/excited/scared/happy/etc. I know this will be the hardest thing I have ever done, but I will come out stronger in the end (and lighter). I am self-paying. Not sure that MX is necessarily the best route, but I was denied 3 times here due to coverage (not requirements for surgery) and refused to wait another minute.