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VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
Any north Kent County folks here? - Just two weeks out (VSG) Live in Cedar Springs. Any support groups in north Kent Co. or N.E. GR?

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
USAF Wife - Re. Vitamin B12 - Tried to PM you but your profile didn't show up Anyhoo...will any sublingual B 12 work or are some better than others in your experience? What is the recommended dosage and how ...

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
11 days out and feeling like crap - Going to my 2 week check up tomorrow but just wondering is this normal. I was getting stronger a little everyday...walking 10 -15 minutes 2 x daily, doing light house work, cooki...

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
Control your appetite with repetition - Maybe this will help some folks control their appetite.... http://www.realage.com/health-tips/meal-monotony-helps-control-hunger?eid=1010642791&memberid=26213208

VickyBT posted a comment 12 years, 6 months ago
Thanks Mickey! U R a real sweetie! I read on the forum that...

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
Post -op Blues - 9 Days out.... Everyday is a struggle to get the doctor prescribed amount of water & protein in. I'm almost gagging with the protein drinks now. HATE THEM and their after taste! ...

VickyBT wrote a blog post 12 years, 6 months ago
9 Days Post Op - Everyday is a struggle to get the doctor prescribed amount of water & protein in. I'm almost gagging with the protein drinks now.  HATE THEM and their after taste! I made some ho...

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
One week out - Starving! - One week out (VSG) and I'm doing pretty good although my main incision still hurts and I feel like I have to hold it in with my hand when I cough or bend over. Re-gaining my streng...

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
Protein Sample Sizes - @ My Bariatric Pantry + free samples with every order. Ordered from them 2 x so far and super fast service. http://www.mybariatricpantry.com/category_s/76.htm

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Recovering from WLS after 50 yrs. old - I'm 60 yrs. old and got a VSG plus hiatal hernia repaired on August 30th. Boy oh boy did this surgery ever knock the wind out of my sails. I've heard so many testimonies of WLS b...

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Regaining strength after surgery - I know everybody is different but how long did it take you to regain your strength and not feed so tired all the time? I've read so many people saying things like: "oh ya I was o...

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Re. post op liquid diet - I had my surgery 3 days ago. I was told to drink 64 oz. water/crystal light etc. and 4 protein drinks or soups daily. (protein soups purchased via my surgeons office). No dairy...

VickyBT wrote a blog post 12 years, 7 months ago
Post Op - I got my vertical sleeve gastrectomy on Aug. 30th.   Also had a hiatal hernia repaired at the same time. I went home day 2 after surgery. I'm still pretty weak 3 days out. You ...

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Coming down w/ a cold and my surgery is on Tuesday - Or maybe bad allergies??? Not sure yet but way stuff nose and sneezing. Will they cancel my surgery if I have a cold??? PLEASE GOD nooooo!!! 

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Protein shakes w/o artificial sweeteners or soy - I personally don't want to use protein shakes long term that contain artificial sweeteners or soy. Are there any high quality protein shakes without these ingredients that are rec...

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
How do you stop over eating pre-surgery??? - Count down to Aug. 30th VSG surgery!!!  Next Monday I go get my food for the 2 week pre- surgery diet . CONFESSION TIME. This weekend I actually made a full fledged Thanksgiving s...

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
Any support groups in Grand Rapids or No. Kent Co. - Looking for a support group in the GR or north Kent County area. THANKS!

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
So looking forward to no more UGLY plus sz. clothe - I'm sure this topic has been discussed ad nauseum BUT.... I'm about a month pro-op but I'm already thinking that after 35 yrs. of being obese I will finally be able to buy some cu...

VickyBT wrote a blog post 12 years, 8 months ago
July 10, 2011 Update - Happy to report after jumping though my insurance company hoops I will probably have gastric sleeve surgery with Dr. Kemmeter in August 2011!! Since the last time I wrote my insur...

VickyBT posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
Having Gastric Sleeve Surgery in August! - No date set yet but I'm getting closer to having my surgery with Dr. Paul Kemmeter probbaly sometime in August! I'm soooo excited! 

VickyBT wrote a blog post 13 years, 10 months ago
May 16, 2010 - My life is in turmoil, I'm depressed. I have yet to even call my insurance company to see what surgeries they cover. I want the sleeve but may have to get another choice. Hope ...

VickyBT wrote a blog post 13 years, 11 months ago
Meeting at GHP - 4/24/2010 - 4/24/10 - Weight 262 lbs. - BMI 42 - Age 59 Went to the information meeting at GHP on Saturday 4/24/2010. Lee couldn't come with me because he was working out of state. I got a ...
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