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Hi and may I be the first to welcome you to the boards. The information you get from the people here are invaluable. See ya around the boards!

*not going to lunch with co-workers or people in general because you fear they will be disgusted by how much you eat *having to order clothes online because for some reason they never have a store that caters to women or men with larger bone structures *paying $100 on a bathing suit when everyone else can pay $20 or less *being told you would be stunning if you lost some weight (basically they are saying you're ugly but if you lost weight you would be beautiful)

My doc said you have to wait until your wounds full heal and the steri strips, if used, fall off.

I'm not sure about that. You could just ask a hypothetical question to the doc to see what are his rules. At least you're not like me...I'm allergic to clear tape that they use to cover IVs and things of that nature. How strange of an allergy is that! LOL Just thought I would tell you that to make you smile. LOL I hope it worked. I know it does me. Don't stress out just ask your doc and see what happens. Worse case he may delay your surgery for a week.

Sounds to me you're having cold feet which is normal. Imagine it like your wedding day. I know for mine I had thoughts that I was making a big mistake, was this really the right man for me, could I stomach being attached to him for the rest of my life. All sorts of things. But when I stood in front of him and said my vows while I looked in his eyes I just knew I was making the right decision and we've been married for 9 yrs. Just think about all the things you can accomplish with the band...Most notable WEIGHT LOSS! It's normal to have doubts but don't let them overtake you. When you have these thoughts running through your mind just think about what you plan on doing once you reach your goal. Here's a suggestion...How about a grand family portrait!

I just got back from my 2nd psych eval. The doc said that he didn't see anything that should keep me from having the surgery. I told him that since I have 5 referrals left to go and see him within 1 year that I would like to use those if they are needed. I think he was happy I said that considering he said he was going to mention that himself. I have no problems in going to see him if I need it. I know from experience that if I let my emotions dictate how I act then there will be some serious consequences come post op. I'm determined not to let that happen. My hubby was also able to speak with the doc before I went in and he said that the doc just explained to him the help and support I'm going to need from him come post op. I'm so happy that he is on board. He's never really come out and said it but I can tell from his actions that he is. He has told me he would support me but it's nice to see that he actually is. I also called the Bariatric Coordinator to see if I could schedule my appointments with the surgeon but I have to wait for her to contact me. I hate waiting. When it comes to things like this I'm not a real patient person. I want to make my appointment now! Ok that's enough of my 2 yr old tantrum. Hopefully she'll contact me soon so I can schedule them. So far everything has been going fairly quickly. I would hate for it to come to a screeching halt because of this.

The old saying..."Good things come to those who wait" is ringing true in this situation. I'm impatient when it comes to things that have a time table. I've been a military spouse for 9 yrs now and I still get impatient waiting on hubby to get orders to a new duty station! You would think by now I would adopt some sort of patience but it hasn't happened yet. Actually I'm kind of frustrated that it hasn't happened. LOL

I just got back from my 2nd psych eval. The doc said that he didn't see anything that should keep me from having the surgery. I told him that since I have 5 referrals left to go and see him within 1 year that I would like to use those if they are needed. I think he was happy I said that considering he said he was going to mention that himself. I have no problems in going to see him if I need it. I know from experience that if I let my emotions dictate how I act then there will be some serious consequences come post op. I'm determined not to let that happen. My hubby was also able to speak with the doc before I went in and he said that the doc just explained to him the help and support I'm going to need from him come post op. I'm so happy that he is on board. He's never really come out and said it but I can tell from his actions that he is. He has told me he would support me but it's nice to see that he actually is. I also called the Bariatric Coordinator to see if I could schedule my appointments with the surgeon but I have to wait for her to contact me. I hate waiting. When it comes to things like this I'm not a real patient person. I want to make my appointment now! :thumbup: Ok that's enough of my 2 yr old tantrum. Hopefully she'll contact me soon so I can schedule them. So far everything has been going fairly quickly. I would hate for it to come to a screeching halt because of this.

Last night I had the most interesting dream... I going into surgery. When I got to the OR the doc put me under and when I woke up I was getting into the car with my husband going home. (Apparently I slept through everything! :thumbup:) We got home and I'm sitting on the couch eating a burger. I kept thinking I shouldn't be eating this but by this time I had eating about half of it. I set it down and got up to go to the kitchen for my pain meds. When I got up I felt like I just had a baby. I was really sore in my stomach area and everything around me was moving in slow motion. Also I could feel like that burger was sitting in a ball in the middle of my chest. When I got to the kitchen my hubby was cooking. I told him I was getting my pain meds and that I should have taken them a while ago since I was in such pain now. Before I took my meds I lifted my shirt and looked at my stomach. I asked my hubby how bad it looked. All I could see were some steri strips on my stomach. Next thing I know I'm at the laundry mat doing my laundry which I thought was weird since I have a washer/dryer at home. We finished our loads and as we went outside to pack the car I started arguing with someone outside. Next thing I know my alarm was going off. Weird huh? I'm thinking it's my subconcious telling me that I need to make sure I take it easy and not jump to different foods before my time. Or I'm just super excited about being closer to getting my surgery date. Today is my final psych eval and I'm hoping after this I can call the surgeon and make my first appointment with him. What do you think was going through my head?

I was just wondering if there were any others who would be seeing the same doc as me.

I thought it was real easy to get approved by Tricare. My doc put in my referral and once it was correct it took maybe a day for it to be approved. Right now I'm just waiting to make my appointment with the surgeon. I'm hoping I'll get to do that soon.

I just got back from my 2nd psych eval. The doc said that he didn't see anything that should keep me from having the surgery. I told him that since I have 5 referrals left to go and see him within 1 year that I would like to use those if they are needed. I think he was happy I said that considering he said he was going to mention that himself. I have no problems in going to see him if I need it. I know from experience that if I let my emotions dictate how I act then there will be some serious consequences come post op. I'm determined not to let that happen. My hubby was also able to speak with the doc before I went in and he said that the doc just explained to him the help and support I'm going to need from him come post op. I'm so happy that he is on board. He's never really come out and said it but I can tell from his actions that he is. He has told me he would support me but it's nice to see that he actually is. I also called the Bariatric Coordinator to see if I could schedule my appointments with the surgeon but I have to wait for her to contact me. I hate waiting. When it comes to things like this I'm not a real patient person. I want to make my appointment now! :thumbup: Ok that's enough of my 2 yr old tantrum. :tt2: Hopefully she'll contact me soon so I can schedule them. So far everything has been going fairly quickly. I would hate for it to come to a screeching halt because of this.

:thumbup: Wonder if my hubby will be thinking the same thing? I know this time next year it's going to be a shopping spree! That income tax check is mine!

Oh wow that is something to think about. I must say in my dream I had no trouble putting it down once I realized that I shouldn't be eating it. Any other time I would have finished it off and just told myself not to have another. And I must say I can not wait for my new life to begin.

Last night I had the most interesting dream... I going into surgery. When I got to the OR the doc put me under and when I woke up I was getting into the car with my husband going home. (Apparently I slept through everything! :thumbup:) We got home and I'm sitting on the couch eating a burger. I kept thinking I shouldn't be eating this but by this time I had eating about half of it. I set it down and got up to go to the kitchen for my pain meds. When I got up I felt like I just had a baby. I was really sore in my stomach area and everything around me was moving in slow motion. Also I could feel like that burger was sitting in a ball in the middle of my chest. When I got to the kitchen my hubby was cooking. I told him I was getting my pain meds and that I should have taken them a while ago since I was in such pain now. Before I took my meds I lifted my shirt and looked at my stomach. I asked my hubby how bad it looked. All I could see were some steri strips on my stomach. Next thing I know I'm at the laundry mat doing my laundry which I thought was weird since I have a washer/dryer at home. We finished our loads and as we went outside to pack the car I started arguing with someone outside. Next thing I know my alarm was going off. Weird huh? I'm thinking it's my subconcious telling me that I need to make sure I take it easy and not jump to different foods before my time. Or I'm just super excited about being closer to getting my surgery date. Today is my final psych eval and I'm hoping after this I can call the surgeon and make my first appointment with him.

Last night I had the most interesting dream... I going into surgery. When I got to the OR the doc put me under and when I woke up I was getting into the car with my husband going home. (Apparently I slept through everything! ) We got home and I'm sitting on the couch eating a burger. I kept thinking I shouldn't be eating this but by this time I had eating about half of it. I set it down and got up to go to the kitchen for my pain meds. When I got up I felt like I just had a baby. I was really sore in my stomach area and everything around me was moving in slow motion. Also I could feel like that burger was sitting in a ball in the middle of my chest. When I got to the kitchen my hubby was cooking. I told him I was getting my pain meds and that I should have taken them a while ago since I was in such pain now. Before I took my meds I lifted my shirt and looked at my stomach. I asked my hubby how bad it looked. All I could see were some steri strips on my stomach. Next thing I know I'm at the laundry mat doing my laundry which I thought was weird since I have a washer/dryer at home. We finished our loads and as we went outside to pack the car I started arguing with someone outside. Next thing I know my alarm was going off. Weird huh? I'm thinking it's my subconcious telling me that I need to make sure I take it easy and not jump to different foods before my time. Or I'm just super excited about being closer to getting my surgery date. Today is my final psych eval and I'm hoping after this I can call the surgeon and make my first appointment with him.

Are you in the Tricare south category? Tricare doesn't require me to do a 6 month supervised diet. I'm glad they didn't. My doc doesn't even require it. Talk to your PCM and see what they say. I know for me I've had documented discussions with my various PCM's about my weight so if you have done the same maybe they could look at that as a way to see that you've been trying to lose weight for a certain amount of time.

My psych eval was just about an hour and I have another scheduled for tomorrow that my husband has to attend. The doc says he only wants to make sure he knows and understands the kind of support I'm going to need after surgery. Also Tricare approved me for 8 sessions with him but I'm only required to have 2. I think I will keep those, since they are good for 1 yr, just incase I need professional help after surgery. I've read that some people go through bouts of depression because of WLS. I hope I don't but it's good to know that it is available if I need it.

It may still be in your best interest to attend a session. They may provide paperwork there that can speed the process. Also it gives you a little time to meet with the doc and meet others that are going through the same thing. I thought the same about attending a support group here. I thought why should I go. I already know I want to do this, I need to do this. Once the session was over I was glad I attended. The stories from the ladies that had various WLS were awe inspiring. Also check with your PCM to make sure everything went through ok. For me it turns out that my PCM put it in for the wrong office. He thought I had to see General Surgery at the naval hospital here when I just needed to see the doc out in town. Stay on them. Get a direct line know his nurse by his/her first name. CALL CALL CALL!! :smile: Eventually they will get so sick of your calls they will make sure everything goes through for you to be approved. :scared2: At least that approach has never let me down. :tongue2:

Can you call the clinic and leave a message for your PCM? I left numerous and I mean numerous messages for my PCM to put in my referral. I was also able to attend a seminar before my referral was approved. Luckily my doc got my message and my referral was approved before the seminar . Also call the bariatric clinic and see if there is any paperwork you can get from them early to fill out. I've called the bariatric clinic here so many times the coordinator knows me personally. LOL

From what my hubby tells me it is better to have cardio majority of the week and then do strength on opposite days. You can do cardio and strength on the same day just make sure you have 24 - 48 hours inbetween strength sessions for healing.

I know how you feel. The scale has stopped moving for me too but on the bright side I have lost some inches around my waist. I would really like to see the scale move though. LOL

No not yet. I have another psych eval and then I can meet with my surgeon. After all the pre op tests are done then I can meet with him again to get my surgery date. From what I've been told I should be looking at a date in mid to late July. I can't wait until I finally get that date. I can't believe I'm excited about an impending surgery. :smile: Go figure.

I just got back from meeting with the psych guy. It actually wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. He basically wanted to see how extensive I had done my research. He wanted to know what would happen during the surgery and what I should expect afterward. He took down some information about my family and wanted to know why I wanted to have WLS. It was kind of like talking to your grandfather. He really put me at ease. Next week I have to see him with my hubby so he can basically make sure I have a great support system at home. I know my hubby is a great supporter of anything that will help me gain a healthier lifestyle. I'm not so worried about that. What was your experience with your psych guy? Did they want to meet your spouse or whoever would be your major supporter?

I just got back from meeting with the psych guy. It actually wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. He basically wanted to see how extensive I had done my research. He wanted to know what would happen during the surgery and what I should expect afterward. He took down some information about my family and wanted to know why I wanted to have WLS. It was kind of like talking to your grandfather. He really put me at ease. Next week I have to see him with my hubby so he can basically make sure I have a great support system at home. I know my hubby is a great supporter of anything that will help me gain a healthier lifestyle. I'm not so worried about that.