Tonya499
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 3 months ago
I'm home! - Yeah, I'm finally home. The neighbors brought my husband over some food. I have the sweetest neighbors. I stayed one extra night in the hospital because my temp was up to 99.9....
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 3 months ago
Update: I'm pouched - I'm at the hospital. All went well. Yesterday I felt like I'd been run over by a semi, today I just feel like somebody punched me in the tummy. So I'm way better already. Abso...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 3 months ago
Today is the day - I'm heading over to the hospital in about an hour. I just want to say thank you for all thoughts and swinging on my behalf. I'm not as nervous as I thought I might be. Anyway, ...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 3 months ago
Nervous about surgery - Last night, the absoluteness and seriousness of what I am about to do hit me. I couldn't sleep at all. I am a medical person who has just enough knowledge to be dangerous. I kept...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 3 months ago
GI distress - I have mostly had green leafy veggies, protein drinks and water for 5 days. I was a little constipated from my iron until today. Now I have diarrhea. Am I getting a stomach bug...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 4 months ago
Brita filtered water bottle - I got a Brita filtered water bottle in my stocking this year. It is perfect because it only lets a lttle water inyour mouth at a time. (Unless you squeeze it) I am a water gulp...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 4 months ago
First cup of protein coffee - I had my very first cup of protein coffee. I mixed a heaping spoonful of Unjury unflavored protein with a little half and half and my coffee. Tasted just like coffee to me. I'm...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 4 months ago
Soda stream machine? - I know after surgery we aren't supposed to drink soda because it stretches our pouch. However one of my most favorite things in this world is a root beer float before bed. I use...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 4 months ago
sweetest Christmas gift OT sort of - For Christmas, one of my coworkers got me a cookbook for people that have had weight loss surgery. He said he wanted to make sure that I could still enjoy food even though in smal...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 4 months ago
Surgery date moved - My surgery date is now January 6. My doctor is scheduled at a different hospital on the 4th and my insurance doesn't cover it. So I'm officially on for Friday. I don't have to ...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 4 months ago
Pre op list? - Ok I'm 3 weeks out from the big day. Does anybody have a pre op list of protein and vitamins I should have on hand when I get home? I want to be ready. I have sample packs from...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 4 months ago
I'm approved! I'm approved!! - My doctor's office finally faxed my paperwork into Triwest after a 2 week delay. It got approved in 1 day!!! I start my liver shrinking diet next Wednesday and my but/gut shrink...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 5 months ago
just wanted your opinion - Am I just being overly sensitive? This is what happened. There is a new lady at work that is perfectly proportioned and well, gorgeous. She is probably 5'5" and weighs in the ne...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 5 months ago
today is my BIG appointment - I have the appointment with my surgeon today. I will have an education class (3rd one), visit with the nurse, a sit down with the surgeon and finally some time with the surgery da...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 6 months ago
how much time off work? - I know this is an individualized thing, but I am just looking for input. My surgeon said I would need about 2 weeks off work for a laparoscopic RNY. I told my boss yesterday that...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 6 months ago
chocolate cravings - I have been plaqued by chocolate cravings my whole life. Lately I've had some pretty intense ones. Last night I ate 2 sugar free puddings and went to bed. I don't think WLS is g...
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Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 6 months ago
Stress at an all time high - I'm dealing with several issues all at once. I really want RNY surgery but DH is waffling. One day he says he is ok with it, others not so much. He hasn't slept the whole night...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 6 months ago
Whats the scoop on hair loss? - I keep reading about how much hair I'm going to lose. It has me wondering how much is real and how much is subjective. I have grown my hair long for the first time in my life and...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 6 months ago
Surgeon's office called - Dr Simper's office called and all I need is documented proof of failed weight loss attempts. My primary care doctor has prescribed phenteramine and Alli over the last several year...
Tonya499 posted a discussion topic 14 years, 6 months ago
Newbie with a couple of questions - Hi! This is a great forum. My doctor told me about it. I thought I wanted a lap band but after researching it I would prefer RNY. My DH is freaking out. He could barely wrap h...
