Officially approved!

[nnegrete329 40]

I got the call this Morning on my way to work that I had been approved by insurance!!

Date: February 6

Super happy yet I think I'm still processing it all. Planning mode just switched on and now I have a million things on my mind.

Just thought I'd share since you guys are awesome at lifting spirits!!

[gldnhoney523 37]

Congratulations!

[McButterpants 2,846]

Congratulations on getting your date!

A couple of suggestions to prepare for your pre-op diet and post-op life...

* If you drink caffeine, start weening yourself off. (I had to be caffeine free before I started my two week pre-op diet). You don't want to go thru caffeine withdrawal while you're recovering.

* Practice taking smaller bites - I used appetizer forks and spoons.

* Practice eating slower - I downloaded an app called Eat Slower. You set the intervals you want and it chimes when it's time to take a bite.

* Practice chewing your food 20-30 times - this is how you're going to eat post-op.

* Practice mindful eating - turn off the TV, radio, don't read. Just eat your food slowly - you will be surprised at how you slow down and the feeling of full you feel.

* Start incorporating shakes into your day - experiment with different flavors and textures. This will help in post-op life. (Don't overbuy your shake mix - your tastes may change after surgery.)

* If you aren't exercising, start. This will help in your recovery.

This is an exciting time for you!!!! February 6th is right around the corner!

[Sofficial 162]

Congratulations! How long did it take for the approval

[nnegrete329 40]

Congratulations on getting your date! A couple of suggestions to prepare for your pre-op diet and post-op life... * If you drink caffeine, start weening yourself off. (I had to be caffeine free before I started my two week pre-op diet). You don't want to go thru caffeine withdrawal while you're recovering. * Practice taking smaller bites - I used appetizer forks and spoons. * Practice eating slower - I downloaded an app called Eat Slower. You set the intervals you want and it chimes when it's time to take a bite. * Practice chewing your food 20-30 times - this is how you're going to eat post-op. * Practice mindful eating - turn off the TV, radio, don't read. Just eat your food slowly - you will be surprised at how you slow down and the feeling of full you feel. * Start incorporating shakes into your day - experiment with different flavors and textures. This will help in post-op life. (Don't overbuy your shake mix - your tastes may change after surgery.) * If you aren't exercising, start. This will help in your recovery. This is an exciting time for you!!!! February 6th is right around the corner!

This is amazing!! Thank u so much. I have been changing my habits these past six months.

I'm def going to type this out and post it up! Lol

[nnegrete329 40]

Congratulations! How long did it take for the approval

I went to my last non surgical program appointment last Wednesday and today I got the call for approval. I would say one week assuming they submitted last Wednesday

[HHHappy 225]

Yahooo!! Congrats!

[KeeWee 470]

Lucky duck!! Congrats!!

[want2besleeved87 60]

Screaming CONGRATS TO YOU.

[nnegrete329 40]

Thanks everyone!!

Man today has been emotional!

[MzGee 65]

Congratulations!!!!

[KeeWee 470]

I got the call this Morning on my way to work that I had been approved by insurance!!

Date: February 6

Super happy yet I think I'm still processing it all. Planning mode just switched on and now I have a million things on my mind.

Just thought I'd share since you guys are awesome at lifting spirits!!

Which insurance do u have?

[nnegrete329 40]

Which insurance do u have?

I have UMR

[nnegrete329 40]

Ok so tomorrow I start my 2 week diet. It's not completely liquid as I get a bar a day but still won't be easy.

The thing is that for the past six months I had been talking about how the day before I would go all out on food and have a wonderful steak dinner.

Well I've been sick for the last three days and have had no appetite. Today I had oatmeal for fb and a lunchables for lunch.

I'm not craving ANYTHING. The only reason I feel I should eat is bc this is it for a while you know. Although with time I will be able to enjoy those foods again, it just feels like I need to gobble it all down.

But not tonight, tonight I'm having baby carrots and grilled chicken for dinner. And it's only because I need my Protein after the kick ass workout I did. If I did go out I would probably be forcing myself to eat.

Let's hope I feel the same the next three days as I heard they are the hardest lol

Ok blabbing over

[nnegrete329 40]

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