ladee2279

Everyone seems to be obsessed with the scale... I am trying to not base my journey on that number... There are so many NSV's that's occur that I'd miss if I focused solely on the scale. 11 1/2 weeks and down to 178.3. I have 0 complaints... I am very glad I made the decision to have this surgery... Even more glad that I am learning to use it is the tool it was meant to be. I read a lot, say a little. Lots of people compare their journey to that of someone else... Stress stalls weight loss, take the stress off yourself and just take it one day at a time. This surgery was NOT a magic solution. Fact is you can gain the weight back if you don't work the tool effectively......

I'm glad that I've learned this lesson early on. I have a clear road ahead of me. Thank you all for sharing your stories. You're a big encouragement to lil ol me.

If you don't mind me asking what was your starting weight?

Wow that's great! Congrats!!

Just had surgery today and My actual surgery time (not incurring prep and recovery was @ 40 mins. With prep and recovery 2 1/2 hours.

Just got sleeved this morning. Experiencing some discomfort with gas and soreness in general. But I'm truly humbled and blessed. I look at this as a new opportunity to get me right...my rebirth!????. Best wishes to all!

@@ladee2279 - you will be fine. hydrate as late as possible. see you at the losers bench!

Happy early Re-birthday!

Excited and yet oh so nervous! Hope I can sleep tonight. Prayers and positive vibes please.

4 months post op vsg

You look great!! My surgery is tomorrow, what's your key to success?

It depends on so much. I started at 222 pounds. I began exercising, put a full gym in my home, as soon as I got the green light from my doctor. I toned as I lost. Luckily I had no loose skin. I'm not sure if that was the key or just simply helpful.

Did you lift weights more so than cardio in order to achieve your results?

I hear various stories about how long the procedure takes and I understand it's different for every person and every surgeon.

If you don't mind sharing, how long did your procedure take?

It just hit me that I'm scheduled to get sleeved in 3 weeks...21 days....

Not sure if I'm excited or scared...probably a little bit of both.

Time to keep the nerves at bay and do this thing!!!!!

Can't wait to get cute once more!!!!!

I'm excited too. My surgery is Monday!!!

Thanks

Chuck, did you do a preop diet? If so what did in entail?

I agree Cookies. I agree.

Hi ladee! Welcome to the little group! If you don't mind sharing, what is your height and weight? And how are you feeling about your surgery?

I am 5'8 235 pounds. I'm excited and nervous all at the same time. I'm concerned about having extra skin.

Mine is December 7th. Excited and nervous all at the same time.

Congrats! I just got my issurance approval and surgery date this morning for December 22nd!

Congrats!!

Hey everyone! I'm new for the most part. I'm scheduled for surgery on December 10th and I was hoping to find someone to was getting sleeved right around the same time that would want to talk. For motivation, worries, support, someone who is literally in this process at the same point in time as me. :-)

I am schedule for December 7th so we can support each other through this journey!

Hi everyone!!! I am officially scheduled for December 7th and I am super excited!!! I will go this Friday to the hospital for preop blood work and then report to the hospital on Monday morning!!

Keep up the great job!!!! ????

I have a BMI of 35 and was recently approved by Aetna. I also have high blood pressure that is controlled with meds but no other conditions.

Thanks. Aetna has a 15 day window, but it only took Aetna 4 business days to approve it.

I am super excited. I was notified by the doctor today that Aetna approved me for the sleeve and will be able to schedule my surgery on Monday morning!!! Wooohooo!!

Hi Everyone,

My Dr. Submitted everything to Aetna on Thursday. I spoke with Aetna on Friday and they confirmed they received everything. Per Aetna they have a two week turn around time. Has anyone with Aetna had them take that long?

You look great!

Any advice on how to avoid having extra skin when losing the weight? Are you taking any collagen supplements or anything to help the elasticity in your skin?

You look great. This is inspiring!!!