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Hi there! Hoping that some of you can help calm some of the nervous I have. I started my process through True Result Richardson last month. I have Cigna insurance and they won't cover my LapBand surgery because my BMI is not higher then 40. True results has instead recommended that I see if I have a Hiatal Hernia, if I do then insurance will cover almost have. If I don't I have to pay for all of it. Long story short I have my upper GI scheduled for July 8th. I'm super nervous! I was wondering if anyone else has gone through the Hiatal Hernia program. Any help would be great! Thank you, Tatiana

Hi guys. I was wondering if anyone has tried redoing their Pre-Op diet. Mine was very simple 3-4 Protein shakes during the day and 1 meal for dinner that consisted of a meat and veggie. I'm just looking to reboot and start over. I've lost 40 pounds so far and I'm pretty happy but it's time to take it to the next level. I haven't been on track at all the past few months. So I was just wondering if there was anybody else out there that had tried this. Any help is always appreciated

Try Vitafusion they have a peach biotin gummy. It's delicious. Also Organix makes a biotin and collagen shampoo and conditioner. It's amazing. It's really helping my hair loss.

Best of wishes on your recovery Alicia! 2 more days for me. Kind of getting nervous!

Hi! Congrats on your surgery! I'm afraid I can't help with the white blood count. I'm sure your doctor would have told if it would be a problem though. If not I would just call them a check with the nurse just to a peace of mind. I feel you on the emotional wreck. It's been a roller coaster for me. I'm on day 12 of my pre op diet and let me tell you it has been so difficult trying to keep track of my emotions. I'm sure it's because my body is getting use to these changes so I'm becoming way more hormonal. My surgery is Thursday and I'm freaking out. Stay strong! It will all be worth it!

First and far most importantly I will say I did this for myself, no one else. When I first started thinking about getting the LapBand I only told my parents and my husband. Couldn’t have asked for a more supportive husband, my parents on the other hand were a little worried but once I explain things to them, they as always, supported my decision. As things got more serious I told a few close friends. I was really shocked by their response “You don’t need that”, “Your not THAT heavy”, “You can lose the weight without it”. At this point I had already made up my mind. It might be hard hearing things like that from my friends, but at the end of the day people are entitled to their option, and people that care about you will let you know what they think. It was important for me that I set things clear with them though. I was not asking for permeation, or validation for my decision. I was only letting them know. I set things straight from the very first time. I explained why I had made the decision to change my life. I was lucky enough that people were able to understand where I was coming from and even if they didn’t think I needed it. They supported it because it was MY decision. Now that my surgery is coming up in only 10 days! YIKES! I feel like I can be opened about my surgery. I don’t need to hide it, or be embarrassed because this is the life I have chose. A better life for me. Put your head way high because many people still can’t take the step forward to bettering their lives and guess what.. YOU HAVE!! Learn to stand by your decition and be strong to does you love. Remember: “BE WHO YOU ARE AND SAY WHAT YOU FEEL, BECAUSE THOSE WHO MIND DON’T MATTER, AND THOSE WHO MATTER DON’T MIND”

Each person is different. Tell no one, tell everyone. It doesn't matter as long as it's what you want to do. At the end of the day this was just the way it kind went in my head(if that makes sense). Just a rant about my personal experience with trying to figure out what I would do.

I respect that! I just probably have too much of a big mouth not to tell anyone. Lol. Plus I'm kinda proud. To each their own. Whatever keeps you motivate, whatever makes you happy.

Half way through the month of July! Hope does of you that have already had surgery are recovering well! For does of us later in the month... It's almost time!! I know I can't wait. I'm on day 6 of my pre op diet. Everyday it gets a little easier and everyday it gets a little closer to surgery date!! Once again best of luck to all of us ✌️

Hi. Thankfully there were really no hoops to jump through. Mostly just a lot of test. Had blood work and a test to check my heart and lungs the same day as my free first appointment on May 28th, then they did a body comp test, a phych eval, and the last test was my EGD on the 8th. I will be having surgery the 24th. So the whole process took about 2 months. It wasn't too bad. I have heard of of some that has gone a lot quicker. Good luck! Hope that helps.

Hey there! I am on day 4 of my pre op diet. I 3 different shakes I use. 100%whey protein(cookies and cream with 6-8 oz of skim milk), premium protein(chocolate), and total lean by GNC(strawberry). I like the verity through out the day. It really helps me not get board of the flavors. I have one of each through out the day. The first day I felt kinda sick to my stomach. I worked through it. Now I'm feeling pretty good. Can drink all of them with no problem. Best of luck!

Best of wishes on recovery! I'm sure it will all be worth it! #NoPainNoGain

Hi ladies! Got to love Instagram been looking at the WLS hashtags pretty much from the moment I decided if would have the procedure. Finally went in and created an account. Happy to follow all of you. Look forward to seeing you guys progress! @operation_newme (IG)

Yes! I can not wait. I literally have 2 more days and I have to start my new life. Kind of crazy! I can't wait for you to start your journey. It really is a whole new life. As much as I'm dreading getting started I'm also trying to look at my pre op diet in a positive way just trying to get myself prepared for life after the band is placed. Best of luck to you!

Time is going to fly! What does your pre op diet consist of? If you don't mind me asking.

Just got back home from my EGD. First time ever being under anesthesia. That was kinda crazy but everything went good. She let me know right away that I in fact do have a Hiatal Hernia. To be honest they seem to be sure that I had the hernia even before my test. Here we go! I start pre op diet in 2 days and surgery on the 24th!

Congratulations on your dentition! I'm not going to lie I'm kinda nervous. Hopefully everything goes as planned. I will defiantly let you know. Hopefully they will let me know right away.

Thank you! Your the first person I have seen with the same date . You know mostly just a lot of research and I have been reading a book true results have me. Mostly I'm just ready! I start my pre-op diet on the 10th. How about you?

Hi there. My name is Tatiana I'm from Dallas, Tx. I'm scheduled for my LapBand on July 24th. This seems like a great group so I though I would join the chat.

I'm 20 and booked in for a band on the 29th of July Congrats! I'm super excited. I can not wait!

Hi everyone! Surgery dates are getting close!! Best of luck to all of you. This is most defiantly the most exciting and nervous time(at least for me it has been). I'm from Dallas surgery is scheduled for July 24th. I have an upper GI on the 8th and start my pre op diet on the 10th. Yikes!

That's great! I'm sure it will all be worth it in the long run. Pretty much just ready to know if I have this hernia or not. Just two more days and I will know. Thanks for your reply.

Hi There! I'm 22, currently scheduled for my LapBand surgery July 24th.

As bad as it sounds... Fingers crossed. I'm sure it will all work out.