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Heather G.
on 10/23/10 1:06 pm
Topic: RE: Mass Health Neighborhood Health Plan
I have that. My surgeon (and the insurance) required some pre-approval things (blood work, an upper GI, a nutritionist visit and a few other things), but once that was done and the surgeon's office submitted my paperwork, the approval happened about a week later.

I didn't need a referral or a PA.
HW: 299 / SW: 286 / CW: 175 / GW: 144-165 / Height: 5'9"
    
DwindlingFlower
on 10/23/10 12:51 pm - Quincy, MA
Topic: RE: Needing some support....
If your looking for something really close perhaps try posting to the NH forum as well, just a suggestion, but know this.... rule #1 of WLS is dont judge your rate or weight loss against any one elses rate of weight loss. Every one of us is individual with different things going on, different starting BMI, and health complications so take your weightloss for what it is.... LOSS!! which is great. Stalls are normal too so dont freak out if you stall, it happens to everyone!!!  Rule #2 of WLS is it will be practically impossible to get your full amount of recommended protein in for the first 3 months if not longer.... that is normal too, it sounds like your putting too much pressure on yourself. Just keep up with your liquid intake, water, tea, diet juice, ect. dont forget your protein shakes count towards your liquid intake as well, and if your having trouble with your protein shakes, speak up, we all have tons of recipes we love that may be able to help you.

DwindlingFlower

              
Jojeki
on 10/23/10 12:18 pm - Fall River, MA
Topic: RE: Needing some support....
Hey Jess Seems like we are going through the same questions of weight.  I lost 24 lbs initially and only about 1 lb in the last 3 weeks.  I know the frustration like you just want the scale to move.  I am getting better slow but sure with eating more protein.  Although today was not a good eating day, stomach and rest of my body just was not into eating, not sure if I am coming down with something or just one of those days.   Unless something comes up with the family I am hoping to go to the MA holiday party so hope to see you there.

Dawn
HW: 271.5  SW: 246  CW: 172.8  GW: 145

  
Katie H.
on 10/23/10 9:50 am - Charlton, MA
Topic: RE: Christmas / Holiday Party 2010 for MA Board
I'll have to see when my work Christmas party is, but I really want to come!!! Hopefully they aren't the same weekend!!!!  I'll keep you posted!!

"Running has the power to change your life. It will make you fitter, healthier, even happier."   ~Selene Yeager, "Let's Get Started," May 2010 issue of Runner's World

Katie H.
on 10/23/10 9:48 am - Charlton, MA
Topic: RE: Almost passed out....... ( warning.. this post is explicit)
I've passed out a few times, and it was always due to dehydration for me.  I had been drinking lots of coffee - which TOTALLY does not count at a liquid (that's what my surgeon told me).  I had been hitting my protein goals, but hadn't been getting in enough liquids.  I'd schedule an appt with either your nutritionist or surgeon just to make sure and rule out anything else though....better safe than sorry!!

"Running has the power to change your life. It will make you fitter, healthier, even happier."   ~Selene Yeager, "Let's Get Started," May 2010 issue of Runner's World

Katie H.
on 10/23/10 9:36 am - Charlton, MA
Topic: RE: He likes my legs :)
Thanks ladies!!

I gotta tell you, this guy is sooo nice to me, and I'm 1000% not used to it.  He doesn't care about my RNY and doesn't even care about all the extra skin...it doesn't matter to him.  But he thinks I'm wonderful (for some reason) and I'm trying to just go with it.  

Sue - I"m bummed I'm going to miss that trail race tomorrow...good luck!!!  We need to do another race again...though, you'll prolly kick my butt! 

"Running has the power to change your life. It will make you fitter, healthier, even happier."   ~Selene Yeager, "Let's Get Started," May 2010 issue of Runner's World

Lynn C
on 10/23/10 7:30 am
Topic: RE: Beth Israel or Brigham & Women's?
hey, looks like you picked BIDMC and had surgery last week????? How are you doing - update us when you can.


Lynn C ~
Banded 9/12/2005 ~ Revision to VSG on 9/7/2010 ~ Losing again with a Keto lifestyle



Lynn C
on 10/23/10 7:27 am
Topic: RE: Almost passed out....... ( warning.. this post is explicit)
Wow, scary. It could be a few things - dehydration or low blood sugar, maybe even stress? Did you ask your doctors office? They may have suggestions to keep it from happening again? If it happens again I would let them know.

Good luck and be careful.

Lynn C ~
Banded 9/12/2005 ~ Revision to VSG on 9/7/2010 ~ Losing again with a Keto lifestyle



Lynn C
on 10/23/10 7:23 am
Topic: RE: Needing some support....
we would love for you to come to the holiday party - the more the merrier!! Finding a live support group is very important IMO - I'm not to good with the towns north of here but is Quincy in your range? Flower has a group that meets in Quincy the first Wednesday of the month.

Good luck!

Lynn C ~
Banded 9/12/2005 ~ Revision to VSG on 9/7/2010 ~ Losing again with a Keto lifestyle



jessicakk
on 10/23/10 6:34 am - Salem, NH
Topic: RE: Needing some support....
North shore ..... like Salem, Ma. Im out by Methuen Ma. Lowell area... and all that. Im in Salem, NH. I like protein shakes if they didnt taste so strange. Ever since the surgery, Ive been having "metal mouth" ugh. Almost like ...everything doesnt taste the way it should. I hate it.

I read about the Holiday Party in Bridgewater. I grew up in West Bridgewater. I may go to it. I doubt my man would want to join me. He's really not into social stuff. I am though. I really wont know anyone there, but a couple of people from the forum.... but I still would love to go.

Jessica
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