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@@UalreadyKnow You look beautiful! Kim K has nothing on you! Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

Yes. It depends on your plan but it could happen. Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

You can make your own popsicles and jello! Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

I'm preop but my plan says to eat 5-6 times a day. I think it would depend on what you're eating too. Are you eating dense Protein that satisfies for longer? Congrats on your loss! Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

So tonight I went to my first Support Group (need to go to 2 pre-op) and I have to say - I found it to be a waste of time. I was somewhat disappointed because i go to a great Bariatric Program but this was lame. It was run by a nutritionist - there were no clinical people there to answer questions. Some people were too new to the process and didn't seem to have the first clue about anything. Anyway - I wasn't impressed and will only go again because it's required. Does anyone find these helpful and if so - what do they do in your group?

You did better than me! I lost 3 lbs in 3 months. My nutritionist said not to worry. You will be fine. Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

@@jess9395 You have damn nice legs!! What do you do to get them in such good shape? Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

You must not have much swelling. That's a good thing! Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

This sounds like a poor program. My surgeon talked to me about my health history, weight loss attempts, eating habits, etc. before deciding together on a surgery. I then met with psych and nutrition- all part of the Team. Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

Beer is not advised because of carbonation. That could ruin your time! Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

I would think that they'd look for a cause and treat if possible before surgery. I doubt they'd operate with acute gastritis. Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

"@@Pink Ninja" - @@Cervidae is kicking ass and taking names! She's an amazing success!

I read the entire thing too! Congrats !! You look absolutely beautiful and more importantly - you sound happy and REAL! You are an inspiration!!!

I'm still pre-op but I'm spending the week at Lake Winnipesaukee NH with my BF, parents (our dogs) and other family. It should be interesting! I'm going to be more active (even though I haven't lost weight - I feel like I'm in better shape than last year.). Enjoy!!!

@@killerqueen Congrats - it sounds like all is going well!

Yes but be sure to continue to sip - you need to get in all your fluids. Try different temps - room temp, ice cold, warm, etc and see if one is easier. Try broth, sugar free popsicles, flavored water.

@@traceygirl I'm still pre-op but at 1 month out - my plan says 2-4ozs of purees every 3 hours. If your eating real food - be sure to chew until it's apple sauce consistency.

I'm guessing it all depends on the person and the type of calories.

@@BarefootDrummer I'm going to try going to a different class (daytime) next time to see if it's better.

@@tonetone Drinking more water is good for weight loss and overall health. It can't hurt your sleeve.

I tried to talk to my boss about fmla today and she said it wasn't covered because it's an elective surgery. Wtf everything I have read says it covered. I'm totally freaking out. I'm going to turn in the papers tomorrow and see what happens. Sent from my KFTHWI using the BariatricPal App It's covered under FMLA. I could have a boob job and request FMLA. They don't have the right to even know the specifics. You're having surgery and your Dr has said you need to be out of work.

What is your BMI? Do you have asthma, PCOS, sleep apnea, high cholesterol??? Look at the Obesity Action Coalition website for some help on appealing.

@@higher That's great!!! Enjoy your vacation and good luck with your surgery!!!

What was the reason denied? Can the surgeon do a peer to peer review to see if it gets overturned?