Lisa C.

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 I am still pre-op but there was no doubt in my mind what my reward for hitting goal will be: HORSEBACK RIDING.

As a child I grew up with horses.  I haven't been on one in at least 30 years.  They are my first love.  I wasn't always over the we

Does anyone on here have Sunlife insurance through their employer.  I am asking as that is my provider and I am wondering if they have ever declined anyone for short term disability for weight loss surgery.

I meet the surgeon and get my opti on April 7th, so excited.

I have seen many posts regarding opti.  I have seen so far the flavours of chocolate and vanilla.  Are these the only two flavours? If so, when you order it do you get to choose what you want?  Can you get all of one flavour, or mostly one and a few of

I am finished all of my appointments and have been told my file will go to rounds today and that I should get a call to meet the surgeon within 3 weeks.  Now I know that there will still be a wait and an opti period but it hit home today, this will rea

I am nervous about my one on one with the NUT tomorrow.  I have gained weight since the last time I was weight by the the bariatric team.

I am hoping this doesn't set me back.  I have made many positive changes and started working out 3 times a

Hi All,

Just wondering if sugar alcohol is acceptable.

Happy Monday all.

I joined a gym.  Now I have to go and visit it!  I have no idea what to do when I get there!  I have chronic back and leg pain so I am

Hi All,

I tested pos. for H Pylori.  I picked up the meds for it this evening and it is quite overwhelming.  I have to take 21 pills a day, some with food, some on an empty stomach some 2 hours before or after antacids, some no dairy.  I am rea

I don't know what is going on but I have gained 10 pounds since I started this journey.  I have only one appt left in January and am worried it will set me back.  I honestly don't know how this happened, I am moving more, watching what I eat (the odd s

I ordered both books last week and they arrived today.  They look very interesting.  Has anyone read them?

So excited, I had my NP appointment today.  All went well and no further follow up needed.  Thumbs up from Psyc, thumbs up from NP, next week is Nut 2 hour class and social worker and one left after that!  The ball is rolling.  I hear TWH is booking su

Hi Everyone.

I am still very far out from sugery but I am trying to get into good habits.  I am eating three small meals and 3 small snacks but I am hungry all the time.  Any suggestions.  I have been doing this now for 3 weeks. I drink at leas

Can anyone tell me what to expect?  Going to TWH.  

Is it normal that I spend every non-working waking moment researching and trying to learn more about WLS. I am addicted. I am pre-op and have only had my orientation, but I am so excited!  And I want to learn everything and be as prepared as possible.

Hi All.

I know some people constantly compare themselves to others and shouldn't becasue we all go through our own journey.  However,  do find inspiration and motivation through others.  If any of you post op are comfortable would you please po

Good evening everyone!

Can someone tell me if you have draining tubes when you come out of surgery, or nasal tubes?

Thank you.