Congrats on a job well done Tim. Remembering what is was like for all of us as we were in the first few months of this experiance and learning about everything... Those folks at the conventions need all the help they can get and I'm glad you were there to talk to them...Hey maybe this can be a regular type gig?.. Ya never know.. peace mo

Jennifer, I was also told I could by my Plastic Surgeons office that the breasts would probably be covered. But the belly as it stands now is a no as far as insurance coverage. This is what I think: I think that you have to be willing to prove to them your medical neccesity. I have gone through the same thought process as you wondering if the smaller (but perkier) breasts will make me look weird. I have decided that I will go with a smaller type implant in each breast to keep my shape... I say honey if they will pay and maybe you have to kick in some additional like me for the implants and you can afford it , do it. Mine should run about a thousand for the saline ones.. a bit more for silicone .. Do what you need to do for you!.. Keep at it. Work on your diet. Maybe change things up a bit , if the Doctor says to lose some weight give it a try. You might be very surprised and find that losing weight is different now (easier in a way). Maybe join Weigh****chers, or get on the South Beach diet for a few months.. You would show that your intentions are true and you never know insurance might change the way they are motivated to help you. I wish you good luck always.. peace Mo

I hear ya Steph! I still find myself looking in the fridge and pantry when I get bored. At least I recognize the behavior now and manage to avoid most of the snacking (that and I don't have any of my old snacks around anymore). It's still frustrating to do that though and I feel guilty when I catch myself doing it. Good luck Tim

Hi, I am new here. My name is Steph, I'm 35 years old, married, working mother of twin 4 year olds. I still struggle with food addiction problems since I had the surgery. I have lost all the weight I needed to lose, and I have maintained the weight loss so far. But my problem with food goes deeper than the numbers on the scale, and is affecting my mental and physical health to the point I feel despair. I was just curious if anyone else still struggles with food? If anyone relates, I'd really like to have a support buddy to talk to, and possibly report food intake to. I'm not looking to lose more weight, I just want to get a handle on this problem so I can be a healthier and happier person. Thank you. Steph

Good Luck I'm going for mine too I have BC/BS and they cover a tummy tuck. Most insurances only cover a tummy tuck but it doesn't hurt to ask, fight and do whatever you have to in order to get what you need. Unfortunately documentation isn't enough. Some insurance companies want pictures of skin problems and rashes etc. Good luck Keep us posted. Marie