Mimilou2004

I am glad I am not the only one trying out Protein Shakes ahead of time. Every time someone posts a new one I get dressed and go shopping!! So far Gen Soy (unflavored Soy Protein with Hershey's syrup added to skim milk) is horrible and I am not thrilled with any of the Unjury packs I have tried. The EAS Advantage (best price Walmart) isn't too bad. I am going to try the Isopure soon, can't find the Cytosport anywhere in this town. Also can't find the Slim Fast Carb control.

I like that....October Odyssey!!!! Mine is October 7th at 0830. Mimi

I too hope yours is fast. I think it is because Standard has to co-pay so much, but some posters with Prime said theirs went thru in 2 days which is also exceptionally fast. Mimi

Hi, I am October 7th and am waiting impatiently. Thank goodness for LBT!!!!! Mimi

Jenny, I gained 10 pounds on purpose to make the 100 pound requirement. I also shrunk an inch, LOL.

I have Tricare, also, but Standard not Prime. It was about 10 minutes to be approved.

Dream on, Vegasgirl!!!!!!! Mimi

What did your "unkinking" surgery consist of? Sorry for your added pain. Mimi

Keep up the good work, Wickedme. You deserve to be happy and healthy.

I know it is far in the future but reading this site daily will help you prepare mentally and physically. Use this time to talk to your insurance company to find out what they require for approval. for example some insurance companies want a documented 6 month diet attempt, others say you have to have a certain BMI. Best wishes, Mimi

I am over eager and haven't been to the classes yet. Banding not til Oct 7th. I am just trying to get ahead of the curve and decrease my anxiety by trying most of the things mentioned on LBT!!!

Does anyone know if Isopure is OK on the 1st week post op clear liquid diet? Mimi

I have Standard Tricare. Thanks for the click on thread, I should have paid for Prime Tricare before I started this journey!!!! Mimi

Tricare told me on the phone it was approved, never got anything in the mail. I have Tricare Standard and my Doc is out of Network so I am paying a large co-pay and %. Plus, my preop stuff will be in one fiscal year and my surgery (Oct 7) in another fiscal year so I am not even maxing out to get any free care. Oh, well, better than paying for it all on my own. Mimi

Now this is frustrating to read, one Tricare will and one won't? Now I don't know if mine are covered!!! Guess I will call. Answer was no, not covered in the initial price, each fill is billed as a separate event for my situation.

Maribelle, I just got the call booking my surgery Oct 7th. I am disappointed it is so far away in the future, but like other members say, I can use the time to practice small bites and chewing chewing chewing!!!!

Welcome and good luck! Mimi

Now you need the thread about if you are willing to do gain wt for surgery and things ppl have done. Don't let 6.5 pounds defeat you, hang in there.

Hi, it took Tricare Standard about 10 minutes to approve me. My docs are NOT in the Network and I have a 25% co-pay, at least. It is all the other tests and referrals that are holding me up. I am 100 over with 3 co-morbidities.

I am so sorry for your loss. It has been 12 years since I lost my Mom and I still miss her. Good luck on your new journey. Mimi

You are a great role-model, congratulations.

Thanks, Ruby-just waiting for the scheduler to call tomorrow, I LOVE this thread, I never saw it before. I sure felt like a member when I started reading!!! Nice to know I wasn't alone. Thank you for your encouraging story.

I did it!!! I gained 10 pounds before my appt!!!!! I wasn't sure how tall I would be measured and for the first time in my life wanted to be shorter!!!! Now I am stuck with 5 of those 10 pounds. But the extra goodies sure tasted good. Mimi

Hi, I understand your concerns as I am a Diet Coke fiend and am gradually switching to Crystal Lite and Walmart Brand diet drink. Good luck, I will be missing the bubbles with you!

Hi, I am from Columbia and using Riverside Surgical, Dr Antonetti. No date yet but most hoops jumped through. I am Tricare also and am interested in your experiences with them. I am happy to have this SC thread. Mimilou