diane1

I have a large family, there are 7 of us total. I've always been the cook of the house. My children range from 16-25. My surgery was on March 19th and I had the whole crew ready to be on their own in the kitchen for at least a month. They even had partners and meal plans all picked out. I got home from the hospital on the 21st and by the 23rd I was back in the kitchen cooking full meals. I think I was looking for some degree of normalcy. Even though I couldn't eat -there was something about watching others enjoy eating that I enjoyed. The kids and husband helped me with cooking and still did the clean-up for about a month because my stamina wasn't the greatest and dishes were terrible because of where my incisions landed on the counter. I even made a huge Easter dinner on April 1st that I could have never predicted being ready for. I really enjoyed spending the extra time in the kitchen with the kids too. I would teach them how to cook their favorite meal so it really turned into a nice bonding experience. Sent from my SM-G935T using BariatricPal mobile app

Sounds like you are doing wonderful!!! Sent from my SM-G935T using BariatricPal mobile app

I had one incision that was hurting since I woke up from surgery. The doctor said they stitched a nerve and out would work itself out which it did, thank goodness. I took long warm showers and let the water run over the stitch sight and the muscles in my stomach loosened up. This made the pain much more tolerable. I also used a heating pad which also worked. Hope you feel better soon!! Sent from my SM-G935T using BariatricPal mobile app

Hello everyone, had my surgery on March 19th... Woke up in excruciating pain that lasted until Monday evening. Apparently one of the stitches was stitched onto a nerve. It finally worked its way off and now I'm feeling much better. Everything else has went smoothly, started my pureed stage yesterday with some applesauce and cottage cheese for breakfast and some homemade refried beans and cheese for lunch and dinner. I don't think my new tummy is liking the beans very much. So gonna try something else today. Really happy the pain is gone and finally able to be excited about my future post gastric bypass life. Had buyer's remorse really bad with all of the pain I was having but feel completely different now. Hw- 327 Sw-270 Cw-not sure yet -waiting to weigh until a month out Sent from my SM-G935T using BariatricPal mobile app

Everyone I know had either had bypass or sleeve done. I too had to watch so I could make an informed decision. My sister had bypass and my niece the sleeve done by the doctors I'm using for my bypass.. I think my nerves are good because I really trust the doctors after watching their experience with them. I hope all goes well for you on Monday. I don't have a time for surgery yet but they are suppose to call me today for that. Can't wait to be on the other side of this!! Sent from my SM-G935T using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm 90% excited, 10% nervous!! Sent from my SM-G935T using BariatricPal mobile app

March 19th is my surgery date... Sent from my SM-G935T using BariatricPal mobile app

How much was the premium of you dont mind me asking kingdavid757. Which insurance did you purchase? What was the deductible?

Thanks both of you, I meet with Dr. Lahmann on Friday for the first time.

Was it for two weeks?

What kind of pre-op diet was required?

Thank you, just trying to wrap my head around everything

I was wondering of anyone had to do lovenox shots ( blood thinners) and for how long? And is you had a drainage tube afterwards? I know all doctors are different. I will be having bypass.

Has anyone had their tubes tied at the same time as they had their bypass done?

A friend of my cousins in Texas had a ob gyne brought in after her sleeve was done that took care her tubaligation. I was just wondering anyone else's experience with that since I feel it would be easier for me since I'm already in the middle of surgery. My husband did have a vasectomy ( or half of one) 14 years ago. He had complications and and they were only able to finish one side. It was terrible. He couldn't work for a month. This resulted in my fifth child. I'm almost 40, my sister in law that is 42 just found out she was pregnant, I am terrified. My husband and I are extremely fertile people and being on the pill has been our best option that obviously works really well for us. I've read that after bypass the pull is really not an option for you because of absorbtion issues.

Gall bladder maybe!?

Just got back from the initial seminar and yep definitely $400. ???? the doc seemed great, really nice. Can't wait to hear what the insurance expects..

Thank you hopeandagony! I have a PPO/United Health Care Pro Choice Plus. I've had mixed information on what's required from my insurance . How long is it between the initial seminar and seeing the doc for the first time? What is the first visit like? Dodd you have a $300 fee too?

What $300 program fee?

Krash 11, I'm attending the seminar for Silver Cross/ Dr Joyce tomorrow. I was wondering what your timeline has been like? What tests you had to do? Any info is greatly appreciated because I'm super nervous, thanks. Diane

Curvycakes, thank you. . The support on here has been amazing and I love all the information. Today I am feeling positive and just wish I could jump in the car and get this over with, lol

Thanks rodeomom969, today has been a little better, I've just promised myself to kick it out of my mind everytime I think about it. I will probably be all good till tonight, lol

Lawrencecd- can I ask why you had staples?

I just got scheduled for April 22nd and I was expecting to be super excited, instead I am freaking out and second guessing my decision. I am up all night worried, can't sleep, nauseated, I can't seem to find any peace. I tried writing everything down and just want to get it off my head! I've tried watching the videos on youtube that originally inspired me but nothing seems to be working. I feel like they dragged this out way to long and it lost all its excitement about a month ago. I started my journey in June last year and was expecting a December-January date but they dragged it out so long that it lost its excitement. April is a terrible month for me because my family celebrates three birthdays this month and I will be in the hospital for my son's 17 th birthday. And six days out on my birthday. Maybe I'm self sabotaging. Nothing seems to be making feel better. But the thought of cancelling really bothers me too. I will be so disappointed if I can't get myself under control and go through with this.

Jenelle I will be having surgery April 22nd. I am getting so nervous about the pre-op diet and the surgery. Did they mention anything to you about what kind of post op diet we will be on? My mind went blank for some reason when they asked if I had any questions.