billyfromphilly

So my sleeve is scheduled for April and I think it is time to tell my family. I am very nervous because I don't know what to expect. I have an aunt who had some complications with a bypass so I am sure it will be brought up. I am not necessarily afraid to tell them, but I just don't feel like dealing with problems. As far as I am concerned it is really no one's business what I do, but my wife wants me to tell at least my parents and siblings. I am totally excited for my surgery and my wife and kids are totally on my side. I have all of my research ready for them and I am ready for questions. Just not sure how to tell them. Any Advice?? Thanks!!

Thanks!! My wife understands that it isn't up to her who or when I tell but, she will in fact have to deal with them should something come up. Again, she backs me 100% but I think it shouldn't be her that has to contend with questions from my immediately family if I am gone for a couple of days!!

Hey I am Bill... I am scheduled for April 18th. Hope to keep in touch to compare notes!!

I am in the early stages and meeting my nutrionist. I am having trouble with losing weight on this "supervised" diet they want you to do. Is there a number the insurance company is looking for? I mean, if I could lose weight I wouldn't be in this predicament. I am trying but it is really hard. Any suggestions??

Yes I have to go in on the 4th for all the prelim stuff and then they tell me about the diet!!

Got the call today. I was approved. It turns out I lost about 6 lbs before that visit. I think it was all in my head. My date is April 18th. thanks again for the advice!!

Hey My name is Bill. I know how your feeling. I got my call this morning. My date is April 18th. I was a little nervous before, but now, OH MAN!! I have said at least 4 times today "This is really happening". This is going to be a rough month and a half..lol Hopefully we can keep in touch to compare notes.. Good Luck!!

Had my appt yesterday... All is well! actually lost around 6 lbs since last weigh in. I asked about the requirements and she told me that the middle weights don't matter as long as I am not heavier then when I started. Aetna does have a new requirement though. I have to meet with the surgeon after the last visit with nutritionist so he can sign off on it. Last appt Feb 11th. Should be smooth sailing from there. Thanks for the advice!!

Had my appt yesterday... All is well! actually lost around 6 lbs since last weigh in. I asked about the requirements and she told me that the middle weights don't matter as long as I am not heavier then when I started. Aetna does have a new requirement though. I have to meet with the surgeon after the last visit with nutritionist so he can sign off on it. Last appt Feb 11th. Should be smooth sailing from there. Thanks for the advice!!

Just had a bad holiday. Fully committed. just hit a speed bump. Thanks for the advice!!

The gaining part is what i am worried about. I gained a few pounds since last months visit. I put off my next visit another week so I can really buckle down here. Should I be really worried or is it at the end the look at??

Just Started the process with Dr Bonanni.. That whole team is awesome!! How are things going??Hey!! I'm doing amazing! I feel great, no issues at all, and they are awesome. I LOVE Bonanni. He did mine too! Keep me updated!! Good Stuff. Will Do!!

Just Started the process with Dr Bonanni.. That whole team is awesome!! How are things going??