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  1. RedMama

    Looking forward to after surgery.....?

    Can't wait! I have 99 days till my surgery and I look forward to my toddler sized stomach!
  2. RedMama

    I hope to have my surgery in September. I have all sorts of things to do for my insurance...

    I hope to have my surgery in September. I have all sorts of things to do for my insurance coverage; tests, psych eval, meetings, ect. Done a lot so far but there's still plenty for me to do still. I want to have the Roux-en-Y, what surgery did you have? How is your hunger/cravings?
  3. RedMama

    June 3rd surgery date

    Thanks for checking in with us. Good to hear you're well.
  4. RedMama

    New to the site!

    Deb, Congratulations to you and your partner. Wow, you had the surgery together! How was that? Also, was it difficult to travel only 3 days post-op? How are you doing today? Are you feeling full from just drinking? How is trying to relearn how to eat? Thanks for any tips, help or advice. I am...
  5. RedMama

    Hunger vs. Fullness - your thoughts.

    Keep up the good work Rebecca!
  6. RedMama

    June 3rd surgery date

    Good luck tomorrow! Want to hear all the details when you get home! So happy for you. :o
  7. RedMama

    My rotten Rottweilers

    Cheyenne- back in 1990-1996 I did a lot of breeding, showing and training. Since having children I haven't had the time. I do have an outstanding breeder and my pup Ozzy has his tail! He is adorable and not as scary to other people. His dad is from Belgium; Filou vom Brandauerweg. I love the...
  8. RedMama

    Cured diabetic

    I'm feeling the love Ralph! Thanks for passing down all your wonderful wisdom. These boards have helped me out so much.
  9. RedMama

    The Outlander by Diana Gabaldon

    There is a whole series of books. They are all amazing! There will be a tv series on the Starz network coming this summer. Super excellent read but the tv show is gonna be SOOOO HOT!:o
  10. RedMama

    My rotten Rottweilers

    The Great and Powerful Osbourne Von Marvel aka Ozzy Princess Aurora Xavier's Storm aka Baby Girl
  11. RedMama

    June 3rd surgery date

    Good luck on your up coming surgery. I haven't really heard a lot of bad experiences from other people and I try not to. I want to make sure my experience is mine and no one else's, in case I get influenced by someones comments or problems. But from my support group meetings and being on these...
  12. RedMama

    Looking forward to after surgery.....?

    I am a chef. I am around food constantly. I have enjoyed many good meals (obviously). I was an average sized chef when I first started out 20 years ago but 6 children later and Mama gained some weight. IS it strange that I'm seeing pictures of food and recipes and I'm looking forward to NOT...
  13. RedMama

    Cured diabetic

    Wow KT, What a great message! All the helpful information and your encouragement. I appreciate that very much. Seeds, nuts, fruit and veg are all my friends. So glad complex carbs are on the menu. I'm going to go search for a link to that post you made. I am so thrilled to be taking this journey...
  14. RedMama

    Cured diabetic

    When I was at my support group meeting, the surgical teams psychiatrist and fellow bypass patient said something I found helpful. (Especially when you see how good she looks.) She said that she did not eat carbs till she hit her goal weight. I think that is a good idea mainly because I am a carb...
  15. RedMama

    Indian River Medical Center Bariatric Center

    Having surgery in September 2014. Anyone else?
  16. RedMama

    Cured diabetic

    Got the news yesterday that I have diabetes. Today I got my Acu-chek and a prescription for Metformin. I am so relieved to know my surgery is scheduled for September 18. My health has been in rapid decline since January.
  17. RedMama

    Gallbladder ultrasound may have found trouble

    Thank you for all the information. I had no idea the gallbladder was such a pain in the butt......:o I got another phone call from the doctor today. The blood tests taken the other day has my sugar levels elevated. So I am becoming diabetic. She made the comment; "Thank goodness your having this...
  18. RedMama

    Gallbladder ultrasound may have found trouble

    After having my gallbladder ultrasound today, they found a fatty liver. ok, 1.) Duh! I'm a 100 pounds overweight and going for WLS. 2.) Why must I see a gastroenterologist if I'm going for WLS? So, whats the big deal?:rolleyes:
  19. RedMama

    I am here, here I start.

    I will be going to : Treasure Coast Bariatric at Indian River Medical Center Theodore G. Perry, M.D. Vero Beach, Florida
  20. RedMama

    May 19th can't come soon enough

    Tomorrow is May 19! You must be so excited. Good luck tomorrow and know we're all rooting for you~
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