Geri Marie

Sorry, it posted too soon! Lol. I ment to say I am lactose intolerant as well and I use almond milk add an alternative. It has tons of calcium. Start by replacing one or two meals with a protein shake. Get rid of the carbonated beverages and alcohol. That would be a great start! I am Nov 13 surgery so I'm right there with you. Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app

I am lactose intolerant Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app

You all look great!! I can't wait to join you!!! Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app

Man you should move to sunny Florida! Everyday is a vacation. [emoji6] Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app

Good job, you look great Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app

Vanilla and chocolate. Then you can add a small amount of stevia to sweeten. I add one packet of instant coffee for my own version of a frapee lol. I haven't found a better protein. It's a bit pricy but totally worth it. Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app

I use bariatric advantage. So good and not gritty at all. Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app

Under Fmla (family medical leave act) you have 120 days of job security that's the law. Happy healing!! Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app

Hey everyone. My name is Geri. I currently have the Lap Band and have struggled with it for 7 years. On August 16th I get it removed. On November 13th i will undergo Gastric Sleeve. I am nervous excited i have to say. I am so worried about leakage? My dr says 1 in 100 people get it, and i just pray to the good Lord I wont be one of them. I am just starting the insurance journey as well so any advise would be great! I have Aetna and it seems pretty straight forward. Anyway, thanks for listening...ttys!

Polly, Great maybe we can be each other's support! I'm pretty nervous about the whole process but after reading a ton of posts and doing some research I have decided its still a go for the sleeve. Bi pass seems to have too many requirements. How did your removal go? Does it hurt as much as when it when in?