Looking for a friend going through gastric bypass surgery

Hello, My name is Amy. I'm currently in the process of going through my insurances 6 month program to get gastric bypass surgery. I am only 21 and,  I would love someone to talk to and to write to that has gone through it. I have some questions and would love to have someone who understands to talk to.

Thanks!

Hi Amy; I had to do the 6 month program also before my surgery...it is good to start working on routines that you will have once you do the surgery, get in protein first, practice the no drinking with meals....before you know it you will be done with this part and moving on to the actual surgery. Just keep working at it even when it gets like it is too much...it will be so worth it for you in the end!! Feel free to message me anytime

Hi Amy! I didn't have to go thru the 6 month process with my insurance but I am available if you want to talk/write. I had gastric bypass Oct 27 and it has been a good experience for me. You would not believe the amount of energy you will have a few weeks after surgery. The other person that responded to you mentioned making changes now such as the protein and not drinking with meals, that is a great idea. If you do it gradually it will not be hard for you after surgery, as you will have already gotten these things into your daily routine. I wish you luck and I am here for you.

Hi Amy,
  My surgery is coming up on Jan 31,2011...I didn't have to do the 6 month diet because of my insurance, but if you have any questions or just need someone to talk to feel free to message me....
       Rhonda