Revisions thru Kaiser, anyone?

Hi there!  I had RNY almost three years ago and have since given birth to twin babies (5 months ago) and gained about 50 lbs while pregnant.  Before being pregnant, I had made it to about 186 (started at just shy of 300) and when I got pregnant I weighed 193.  Now I'm about 203, which for those of you who have had kids know that 200 lbs after kids versus 200 lbs before looks completely different!  I currently have Kaiser insurance and I'm just wondering if anyone out there has had a revision surgery through Kaiser?  I've read a lot of people that have other insurances, but I know Kaiser is sometimes delicate.  Any suggestions or info would be greatly appreciated!

Just curious as to why you think you need a revision as it sounds like baby weight.

Now as to the question.  I have come across a couple people who have revised from LapBands.  Both I met at a Kaiser support meeting.  They were both having issues with their bands which was cause for the revision.

Maybe give the bariatric section a call and schedule an appointment to have your RnY checked. 

Ms Shell

Hi Ms Shell,
Well, I think the reason I'm interested in learning more about it is because I never reached goal weight (not really even close) prior to getting pregnant and I was already two years out.  When I would start excersising, I could lose a few pounds right away.  Life in general gets in the way here and there, so I didn't stick to any real exercise routine.  But now that I've had the babies, anytime I do put for the effort (which I'm in a more regular routine now) the weight acts like it did pre-surgery...it goes nowhere.  Nothing has changed in a few weeks, and I'm just wondering if things have stretched out or whatever happens in there to prevent adequate weight loss.  I'm thinking if I have a surgeon take a look at it, just that alone may be enough to tide me over and I can perhaps see someone about diet and nutrition again.

Have a great night!

Amber

Hey Amber,

I would definitely call my PCP or the Bariatric section of the Kaiser you deal with or get a referral and have everything checked out.  I know I'm being followed by a nutritionist and bariatric nurse.

Good luck and just remember Kaiser works for you...be proactive =)