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Kathy W.
on 3/6/09 3:02 am - Enfield, CT

Topic: RE: any good protein drinks-what to have on hand at home after RNY

Found the link. The have a 16 pack variety pack that is 20 bucks. Not sure if that is expensive or not but it does give you a chance to try different flavors. http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/opt/whey.html

I shall now be know as Hagatha: Queen of the queens.

Baby 7-09

Xavier Elliott born 10-5-10

Kathy W.
on 3/6/09 2:56 am - Enfield, CT

RNY on 01/15/08 with

Topic: RE: A little more than 12 hours and counting

Glad everything went ok. Hang on for the ride of your life!

I shall now be know as Hagatha: Queen of the queens.

Baby 7-09

Xavier Elliott born 10-5-10

Kathy W.
on 3/6/09 2:53 am - Enfield, CT

RNY on 01/15/08 with

Topic: RE: any good protein drinks-what to have on hand at home after RNY

My advice is to get as many samples as you can. That way you haven't invested in a big canister and didn't waste money if you don't like it. I have a sweetner allergr so I used 4 oz of Ensure (regular) and 4 oz. of soy milk (milk turned out to be a no-no for me after surgery. Tore the pouch up something fierce.) and a scoop of unflavored protein. Got me through the liquid phase. Never touched that shake after either. Not as much variety as I would have wanted. I now can tolerate more sugar and use Spirotein (I think that's how it's spelled) and they have great flavors. I know of a place that has root beer float. If I can find the link I will post it for you. I have heard those are good.

I shall now be know as Hagatha: Queen of the queens.

Baby 7-09

Xavier Elliott born 10-5-10

Kathy W.
on 3/6/09 2:47 am - Enfield, CT

RNY on 01/15/08 with

Topic: RE: Now what?

My computer is down and I haven't been on here in a week, that's why I am just now responding. I don't regret my bypass at all. I have had a rough road with being sick for almost the entire time since surgery (blockages, gall bladder, blood pressure issues) but I would do it over again in a heart beat. As sick as I have been I am still healthier than I was pre-op.

I do know this is a personal decision that only you can make. Good luck in what ever you decide.

I shall now be know as Hagatha: Queen of the queens.

Baby 7-09

Xavier Elliott born 10-5-10

JustJoie
on 3/6/09 1:52 am

RNY on 04/07/09

Topic: RE: New to the forum

Hi Tammy! I was reading your profile to get up to speed and it sounds like you've had quite a challenging journey. But you've really done soooo well. I can understand why you want to have the revision. I spent a long time flip-flopping between band or RNY and finally decided that if I was going to go through all of this I might as well make it permanent and gut altering cause I KNOW that will power, consistency and self control are NOT my strong suits. I know in my head what I'm getting myself into but I'm absolutely terrified that on the other side of this the reality will be much harder to deal with. I plan on having a good therapist on speed dial! Once I can find one that I like any way.

Ok. Thanks for the welcome. This is gonna be fun, fun, fun!!!

Joie

shepkatt
on 3/5/09 11:37 pm - Coronado, CA

RNY on 11/17/03

Topic: BariatricTV Episode 19 - My surgery is better then your surgery

In Episode 19, we have a brand new contest for you, “I’ll have the support please and hold the flaming," and a great site for you Bandsters.

HIGHLIGHTS

* We have a new contest with our new sponsor
* We want your questions and you may just get some free stuff.
* Questions due by Midnight on March 20th..
* Reality is that sometimes forum support…can be a bit like a soap opera.
* Flaming on a support board….let’s not.
* We highlight a site for lap bandsters.

Come join the fun!!

http://www.bariatrictv.com

~lynnda

Tammy M
on 3/5/09 11:34 pm - Somers, CT

Revision on 10/09/09

Topic: RE: post-op surgery medicaid approval?

I don't know the answer to your specific question but have some thougths to share:

Usually insurance will only cover things that are medically needed - breast augmentation is usually not a medically needed procedure I would think (but there are always exceptions).

Did you try calling the hospital and call one of your old doctors associates? Perhaps the doctor that you are using for follow-up from you RNY would be helpful....

Good luck!

Warm Regards - Tammy -

Tammy M
on 3/5/09 11:29 pm - Somers, CT

Revision on 10/09/09

Topic: RE: New to the forum

Welcome Joie! Since you've been lurking you might know that I recently have decided to get revision surgery so I am going through all the emotions all over again!

We will probably have surgery very close together - I've been told I'll probably be getting my RNY in May or June....

Anyway - best of luck to you on your journey - and welcome to the CT OH Forum!

Warm Regards - Tammy -

MichaelB
on 3/5/09 11:28 pm - Wethersfield, CT

RNY on 12/01/08 with

Topic: RE: Take a walk in West Haven...when the weather is better!

I'd be interested. I work in North Haven. What time of day are you thinking?

Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein

JustJoie
on 3/5/09 10:01 pm

RNY on 04/07/09

Topic: New to the forum

Hi. I've been lurking for several months while I was in the process of getting approval for surgery. Honestly I wasn't even sure I was going to go trough with it. anyway, I've got approval and a surgery date for early April. My surgeon is Dr. Papasavas (say that 3 times fast!) who works with Dr. Tishler in Hartford. I've got a long intro post on my OH blog and also my thoughts about the surgeon so far. Check it out if your curious.

So I wanted to reach out to you all and say Hi! I'm hopeful that I'll make some good friends here and have people to share my journey with *****ally know what it's all about.

I guess that's all for now. Take care! Joie

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