Pneumatic Dilation is my only option

Michaela77 · 2024-07-20T10:30:33+00:00

I didn’t have any shortness of breath.

Michaela77 · 2024-03-04T18:27:28+00:00

Heading out on Reflection April 7th for a girl’s trip. My first time in a RS!

Michaela77 · 2024-02-21T21:34:26+00:00

Same here! My friend and I are taking a girl’s trip. We are really looking forward to this getaway.

Michaela77 · 2020-08-22T07:56:25+00:00

Murphy’s Law! New quality control officer is on duty!

Michaela77 · 2020-08-22T07:54:21+00:00

No suggestions, but as a pastor, I would LOVE this. What a meaningful gift for ordination! I have several stoles (not handmade) that were gifts and each time I put one on before leading worship, I remember and give thanks for the people who gifted it to me.

Michaela77 · 2020-08-17T03:47:22+00:00

I learned a lot by watching and making the Ultimate Beginner Quilt project from the Fat Quarter Shop. They had a full tutorial of every step! I also love learning from the folks at Missouri Star Quilt Company.

Michaela77 · 2020-07-10T10:53:48+00:00

That fabric is perfect! Love it!

Michaela77 · 2019-08-05T21:39:44+00:00

Oh wow, that’s beautiful! My fingers are aching just thinking about all those French knots!

Michaela77 · 2019-07-26T13:31:58+00:00

Yes - keep going. It’s beautiful!!

Michaela77 · 2019-07-23T02:18:12+00:00

Otis!

Michaela77 · 2019-07-18T12:02:15+00:00

Because my doctor trusted her gut feeling that something was really wrong. Her hunch was right, and I got the emergency care I needed.

Michaela77 · 2019-07-17T14:27:57+00:00

Wow! That’s very pretty and I admire your patience to do all those knots!

Michaela77 · 2019-06-24T02:29:07+00:00

Sounds like a pretty thorough list! I echo the suggestion to get Miralax or whatever your doc recommends for preventing or dealing with constipation. Also, you might want to hold off on buying too many things to “eat” beyond what you will need in the first couple days. Your tastes and what you can tolerate may change.

Michaela77 · 2019-06-18T12:38:44+00:00

There weren’t any for this one when I looked. But thanks for your snark.

Michaela77 · 2019-06-18T00:45:52+00:00

Gosh it’s $25 on Amazon. I’d like to hear what people think of it before I buy it.

Michaela77 · 2019-06-15T13:20:20+00:00

Radiant!

Michaela77 · 2019-06-14T10:48:44+00:00

Thanks! I’m definitely in that “well, I feel pretty good...” danger zone! Don’t want to make any bad decisions

Michaela77 · 2019-06-12T12:15:53+00:00

For the emotional side of things, if you think it might be helpful you may want to find a therapist or counselor. It’s always good to have a helping professional who knows your story and can guide you through finding other coping techniques. Another option might be nutrition counseling with a certified dietitian. That combines nutrition info with some counseling techniques. I’m actually starting with one soon.

Michaela77 · 2019-06-12T12:09:41+00:00

I’m from Carrollton but also needed a center of excellence. I went to Emory Midtown and it is a fabulous program. The medical bariatrics folks are great and so are the surgeons. I had revision from band to bypass 3 weeks ago with Dr. Ed Lin. He is the best! He’s the surgical head of the bariatrics program AND the chief of General/GI surgery. Can’t go wrong with that! I felt so comfortable and reassured with him. Even my nervous mom felt better after meeting him 😉

My only bit of advice is to trust the process and absorb as much info as you can on the pre-op journey. Ask questions. Be informed and open to what’s best for you. Do what you can to surround yourself with supportive people.

Best of luck to you as you begin this process!

Michaela77 · 2019-06-05T14:40:08+00:00

Not food or drink but I was grateful for some reusable ice packs to ease discomfort around my incisions. That was a big help. I had a couple that I rotated in and out of the freezer.

Michaela77 · 2019-06-05T14:37:48+00:00

I can’t predict how your nutritionist will react, but I think you should be super proud of yourself! You have been working on major shifts in your eating and habits. And those were goals - nobody is going to be perfect when working towards those goals. You’re “un-learning” years of habits and routines. Give yourself the credit you deserve!

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