ginabee38

I think the 28th works better for me too. It will be great to catch up face-to-face again! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

I got off my Metformin and Glipizide almost immediately after surgery, although thry gave me a few shots of insulin in the hospital. My endocrinologist told me that I don't need to take Metformin unlessmy sugar reaches 150. So far, so good! No diabetes meds for a few days now! I can't remember the last time my fasting sugar was in the 120's. I know that's still a bit high, but it's so much better than where I was! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Hi Long Island friends! I'm finally on the other side, 9 days post-op and feeling pretty good! I missed the last meet-up, but I look forward to seeing you all again soon! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

I can't eat vegetables until my 2nd month or fruits until my 3rd month. As for eggs, I'm still on purees, but I am able to puree a hard-boiled egg with a bit of low-fat mayo. It's like a very smooth egg salad. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

I just had sleeve surgery on 12/23 and I'm feeling pretty good. I have a pain on my left side, under one of my larger incisions, but other than that, I'm doing pretty well. How are you all doing? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Sneezing really hurt! It finally felt better after about 9 days post-op. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Yeah, they do have a bit of a slight nutty taste. I started adding them to my pre-op shakes and then a friend of a friend said she couldn't have seeds on her pre-op, so I asked my coordinator and it was discouraged. I'm going to miss them for awhile. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Just be careful and make sure you are cleared to have seeds. They absorb Water and bulk up. I love them in my shakes, but I stopped using them for my pre-op liquid diet and I know I'll have to wait for awhile after. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Hi Jack, I'm glad to hear you are doing well! Perhaps I will make it to the next meet-up and we'll all be post-op. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

I'm scheduled for next Friday, 12/23, but I didn't get cleared by my primary on Friday, as planned. During pre-op testing my A1C was over 10 (diabetes #) and my blood sugar was about 246, too high. I told them I had been having trouble getting my insurance to pay for my Metformin. When I got to my doctor, he called the surgeon, who was in surgery. My surgeon called back soon and said it was ok to clear me, then called back again to tell my primary to wait. Now, I have to get my blood sugar down by Wednesday, otherwise my surgery will be cancelled/ rescheduled. So, please, I could really use some positive vibes. At least I got my meds, which was a bit of an ordeal itself, and my blood sugar is now heading to lower #s. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Hey, how are you feeling? I've slacked a bit on this group and it looks like I missed the get together today! I'll try for the next one. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Hi, I'm not sure if I missed something, but why were you in the hospital for 3 days? Looks like a lot of nausea...any other complications? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Hi, how did it go? How do you feel? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using BariatricPal mobile app Hi, how did it go? How do you feel? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using BariatricPal mobile app

Hey, how did it go?! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm scheduled for December 23. Just opened my approval letter right before Thanksgiving. Now I'm trying to get another sleep study done because my surgeon wanted me to be on it for a month, but now it will be less. I seriously hope he doesn't move it. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using BariatricPal mobile app

Hello everyone, I'm new to this site. I've been learning about the Lap-Band and it's positives, along with it's negatives. I'm beginning to see the benefits outweighing the risks and I'm thinking it could be an amazing tool for me to have on my weight loss journey. I currently weigh at least 100 lbs above a healthy weight and have never been a thin adult. I've already seen personal successes of others in my life, and now, I believe, it's my turn. Still, I have some reservations and I'm not 100% sure-I'm probably around 60% convinced right now. I just went to an info session @ NYU in NY city and learned a little bit more. I'll be checking out the forums and learning about other people's experiences in the coming weeks and go through the process one small step at a time. Gina

That's incredible! Go you! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using BariatricPal mobile app

Can you Water them down a bit, maybe with water or milk? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

I haven't started my liquid pre-op yet, but I am worried about my sugar going too low. It's beet too high for too long, but the "too low" sugar scares me more. I will make sure I have my glucose monitor with me and check it regularly, especially during this time. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

So 28.4 pounds down in just ONE MONTH! Wow! That's awesome! How tall are you? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using BariatricPal mobile app

I was hoping by some miracle that I would be able to jump through pre-op hoops to get approved for surgery quickly snd have it by the end of the summer, but it did not happen that way. I am now grateful that I had this time yo really get on track. I feel like my brain is starting to shift a bit as I've been really delving into WHY I do certain things. One big thing I have learned with regard to my bingeing. When I am gearing up to eat a lot, I noticed that I give myself a type of permission...oh, payday...what can I eat?! That means I can get Chinese food! (Then it occurred to me...do I even WANT Chinese food?...and I really didn't!) I went through a few other not so healthy foods (like McDonalds,Taco Bell and Sonic) and made the same assessment. I didn't actually WANT to taste these foods, but something in my brain was craving them and telling me to go for it. You got PAID! You can eat ANYTHING YOU WANT! I'm wondering if it comes from a type of scarcity conversation in my head (like a deep fear that there will not be enough for me) and I think it might. I remember as a young kid, 10 or so, and having to split a food with someone...I always wanted to make sure that the portions of both people were the same, or maybe that mine was a bit larger. I still find myself thinking this way, but sonetimes I can stop the inner 10-year old). So, last night, I made the initial choice of pizza (NY-style pizza slices) and I enjoyed my first slice...and I was full...I had the 2nd about an hour and a half later. I thought, as I drove home, "you can always get delivery later, if you want", but I actually forgot about it (last night, anyway). Sometimes I remind myself, "you can gave Chinese another day...no need to have everything today". For a time, though, I used to do that after almost every Weight Watcher's weigh-in...I would allow myself a smorgasboard/feast and get 3 different types of food (but not necessarily eat it all). How's that for disordered eating?! Anyway, I wanted to share that bit of awareness with you all. Anyone else have this type of awareness wash over them...like an epiphany? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

I recently spent a month at our summer place doing a lot of soul searching, not just about WLS but many other aspects of my life. I've been in the program toward surgery for about 7 months and thought I would be scheduled by now. Alas, I'm not. And my time waiting has been well spent...researching, writing, exploring sites like this. I have come to realize that while I only 'thought' I was ready before, I am ready AND prepared now. Good luck on your journey! Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App Thank you! Every month that surgery is delayed is another month to prepare and learn. However, I sincerely hope my pre-op learning is over on December 23! I'm still waiting for insurance approval. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Contemplating a turkey pureed burger now - can't think of any way it'd be edible. I go to mushys next week. Hmm. I'm wondering - maybe some ground turkey with a tish of thousand island dressing? could be reminiscent of a big mac?? LOL I might give it a try!@@Christinamo7 has a recipe like that - not sure for what stage.I do modify a recipe online for a "Big Mac Salad" I use my ground sirloin/ground turkey breast blend, heat some up and melt cheddar on it. I put a very small amount of shredded romaine lettuce in my wee bowl, then add the meat/cheese and top it with a few drops of thousand island dressing, one green onion chopped up and one pickle chopped up and add some sesame seeds. really hits the spot there is no reason you couldn't use all ground beef or all ground turkey depending on your personal preference. for my plan I was allowed all this after 4 weeks. Based upon the advice above from @@LipstickLady and what is allowed by your surgeon, I plan to stay FAR away from seeds for a good few months. I'm terrified of those little suckers getting caught in the staple- line of my new pouch. Contemplating a turkey pureed burger now - can't think of any way it'd be edible. I go to mushys next week. Hmm. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using BariatricPal mobile app

My surgeon told me strictures are quite rare. Still, I understand your fears...I'm still pre-op and sometimes think of all the possible complications, but I figure I'm already having complications from being fat and diabetic with high blood pressure, so I'm thinking the surgery is worth the risk for me. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

As part of my pre-pre-op jumping through hoops, my primary doctor sent me to a hematologist due to low iron. I may have some type of mild Mediterranean anemia (Thalassemia) and my hematologist said I have to be careful taking iron supplements because it can cause "iron load" in my organs. I had 2 infusions (of ferratin, I believe) over the summer and my iron numbers came up. Have you seen a hematologist? It might help to really zero in on the issue. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App