Medical ID Bracelet
Do any of you have medical ID bracelets? I hadn't even thought of it until November's dinner and Cindy has one and I really liked it. I thought of asking for one for Christmas. One place has free shipping until Dec 16 (go figure!)
I just wanted your input!
BTW, my preop diet is going fine. I've lost 7 lbs since Sunday. I am SERIOUSLY in the bathroom about 6x's an hour. I'm gonna keep a tablet in there and start putting tally marks when I potty! I'm amazed! I know I'm losing lots of water, but I'm drinking lots too!
Ok! Thanks for your input on the bracelets!
Kim
When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, "I used everything you gave me." Erma Bombeck
19 lbs lost before surgery
9/3/09 Full TT, MR, BL, BA, Arm Reduction and Lipo 10-12 lbs skin/fat removed
Sherry
When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, "I used everything you gave me." Erma Bombeck
19 lbs lost before surgery
9/3/09 Full TT, MR, BL, BA, Arm Reduction and Lipo 10-12 lbs skin/fat removed
Even though it's not as important for VSGers to have a medical ID bracelet, I have one. In my opinion, RNYers should wear one or have a medical alert card in his/her wallet, at all times.
I bought myself a gift, by getting a beautiful sterling silver bracelet, with a small medical alert charm. On the back, it says:
Mary Law
Sleeve
Gastrectomy
0 Blind NG
0 NSAIDS
H2O!!
There was a limit to number of lines and number of characters, so I had to get creative. Also, I realize that, with VSGers, NSAIDS can be given later on, but I figured this would cause medical personnel to be extra careful with me, if I could not speak for myself. I don't always have my wallet with me, if I'm not driving, so the bracelet is comforting to me. It cost me about $60, I think.
Here's the web site: http://www.creativemedicalid.com/shop_
I shopped in the New Trends section, which was pricier. There are cheaper bracelets. Just shop the different "departments."
Also, some people get a dog tag and get it engraved. That's very inexpensive, but it just didn't appeal to me.
Update on what you decide to do, would you?
Blessings,
Mary
ObesityHelp Support Group Leader and Support Group Coach
Thanks! I forgot about the NSAIDS also! I'll add that!
When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, "I used everything you gave me." Erma Bombeck
19 lbs lost before surgery
9/3/09 Full TT, MR, BL, BA, Arm Reduction and Lipo 10-12 lbs skin/fat removed
I'm ordering my bracelet. Right now my wrist is 7.5" In a month or so I hope its smaller. Do you think I should order a smaller size bracelet?
When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, "I used everything you gave me." Erma Bombeck
19 lbs lost before surgery
9/3/09 Full TT, MR, BL, BA, Arm Reduction and Lipo 10-12 lbs skin/fat removed
ObesityHelp Support Group Leader and Support Group Coach
Are you feeling ok???? Can you eat yet?
When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, "I used everything you gave me." Erma Bombeck
19 lbs lost before surgery
9/3/09 Full TT, MR, BL, BA, Arm Reduction and Lipo 10-12 lbs skin/fat removed
