Hi "OhSoNique"....Yes, sooo ready. Only 3 days. They called this morning and told me to be at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, TX at 8:30 AM. Dr. Todd Wilson with UT Physicians is my surgeon....

Welcome! And best of luck to you in the whole pre-op process. It's time-consuming and worrisome and LONG... but worth it on the day you get the call that your surgery is finally approved. I wish...

I know the feeling! I went round-round with psychology evaluation, pre-op doctor visits, etc... very similar to you. I also have United Healthcare UMR. Luckily for me, the hospital where I'm going...

Will this work for me? Will I fail at this too? So excited that insurance was finally approved (UMR). So thrilled to be going to Houston's Memorial Hermann hospital for surgery with Dr. Todd...

Thank you! Love your blog!! Just added you to my fav links.

I was just about to ask this same question. I just watched a YouTube video and one of the girls on there that has VSG had very visible scars 8 months after. I don't plan to wear a bikini, but the...

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https://www.seipharmaceuticals.com/products/Max-Protein.html. This one is reallllly good... highly recommend. I also went here... ordered free samples... paid $7 for shipping. haven't...

Just had a wonderful bit of advice from my OBGYN and my hair stylist. In addition to the Biotin (5000 mcg) I already take --- both of them recommended I take A/G Pro oral supplement. Here's the...

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4. So this is Torani flavoring (like at Starbucks) that I use to cook with to add a little something to bland drinks or meals. It was recommended on the website: ...

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3. LOVE my new water bottle with the freezer stick inside. I have 3. One in the car, one at work and one at home. Got it at Wal-Mart for $4. LOVE Crystal Lite too. ...

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2. My vitamins were recommended to me during my nutritionist consultation (insurance req). Chewable Centrum multi-vitamin, Viactiv for calcium and Biotin for hair...

Just wanted to show what I have stocked up on at home in preparation for the pre-op diet and post-surgery diet. Pictures always help.

1. Max protein. Highly recommended. Got the blender...

Nice to see a post from someone that has had the sleeve over a year. There aren't many people on here that stick around and post comments about how they're doing after so long. So happy for your...

THANK YOU! I wish other protein powder makers had free samples. I hate buying the huge tub only to find out I don't like it. Thanks !!

Yes! Please let me know what u used or give a link to your post. I didn't see it. Thanks!!

I see a lot of people mention tummy tucks but what about the wings of excess skin under your arms? Can that be fixed?

1. Is it true that gastric bypass patients have more hanging skin than sleeve patients?
2. If u get the right amount of protein daily that you're required to take does that help in not having...

I have Aetna and they do cover WLS as long as you meet their pre-reqs. They just started coverage about 3-5 months ago. Since your lap band was with BC then Aetna would do your 2nd surgery for...

My mom and dad are from Westlake and my brother and grandparents live there now. I actually live north of Sulphur in a rural town. I work in Orange, TX though, so I must not be too far from you. I...

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Awesome suggestions! Thank you! Also, thanks to you, I found theworldaccordingtoeggface and she recommended the lunch box here --- Amazon.com: Laptop Lunch B630 Bento System 2.0, Passion Pink:...

So what are some of you eating/drinking the days following your surgery? Can you give me a list of your daily intake (calorie count) and what you ate for breakfast, lunch and dinner or as the whole...

Thanks, Cheryl! I'll definitely keep you in mind if that ends up being the way I have to go. I'm still hoping for the insurance approval - will attempt it for the 2nd time in about 2 weeks. I have...

So, you weren't scared about having a procedure done outside of the U.S.? What about removing the drain? Did you have to fly back to Mexico to have it removed? And what about follow-up visits? ...

@Crazeet --- Aetna had 2 options... the 6 month or the 3 month plan. The 3-month is basically the same as the 6-month but you also had to see the psychologist. If I didn't do that, then I'd have to...