WildcatGirl71

Yes and terrified all at the same time. Lol I know it will all be worth it and I keep reminding myself of that. Do you have a liquid diet before surgery?

My surgery is the 9th. [emoji4]

Best of luck to you for a quick recovery!! I’ll be in the same place in 12 days. [emoji4]

Definitely fingers crossed!! Im a side sleeper too. I’ve read on here that if you prop the pillows around you it helps. Most people said within 10 days they could side sleep with no problems. I’m hoping that’s the case for us too. [emoji4]

Surgery on the 9th and released on the 10th, if no complications. [emoji4]

April 9 surgery date. I’m in Washington state. [emoji4]

Woo hoo!!!!! My dr. office called today and my surgery date is set! I’m excited and terrified all at the same time. It’s such an awesome feeling that in a couple of weeks, I will be on the losers bench. It’s been a long 7 months of appointments and tests but I see the finish line - well actually the starting line of my new lease on life! [emoji16][emoji15][emoji16][emoji15][emoji16]

Thanks. I am on a low carb deal now anyway so it’s probably fine. I just wanted to confirm with the office that they didn’t forget to tell me something. Lol Where are you having your surgery. I’m on the phone app so I can’t see any stats. [emoji52]

Thank you!

I have a call in to my dr. They didn’t tell me anything about a preop diet. [emoji15]

Hey surgery twin! Do you have a pre-op diet?

Just got my date! April 9th. So excited!! [emoji4]

You need to do what is best for you. No one else. Postponing a chance to be healthier and possibly avoid serious long term health issues should not be an option. Diet and exercise alone works for some people but there are those of us that needs that extra help. Majority of us can lose a few pounds (or a lot) but it comes right back. Bariatric surgery is the best option to help us maintain and keep it off. It’s not an easy way out and will never replace diet and exercise. Surgery is merely a tool to help it stick. You will still be able to workout with your friend after surgery. I hope you choose what is best for you and not wait to start living your best life.

Not sure if you still want the option to have children but if you don’t, I had a procedure called Novasure to stop from having heavy periods every 15 days. It totally stopped my periods. It will permanently prevent pregnancy. It was the alternative to a hysterectomy and I got to keep all my hormone-making lady parts. Best thing I ever did.

You are under anesthesia. You won’t remember or feel a thing.

My sweet ole man Sunny. 15 years old and still going.

Where did you have your surgery?

Thanks Alex!

What is a good brand food scale? I’ve never used one but will need one after surgery. Thanks in advance.

Awesome thank you

Hey just wondering how you’re doing? Did your revision happen on the 12th as planned?

I'm getting my ready to start my journey and have Tricare Select Reserve insurance (as a dependent). Although it pays for Bariatric surgery after many months of specific criteria to be met, I'm wondering if anyone else has used it and had any issues with coverage or last minute changes. Thanks in advance!

Wonderful! I’ll be sending good vibes your way on the 12th. Hope it all goes well and your recovery is quick.

Thanks all

WTH?