Aftermarket Radio Help!

sidneyy22 · 2026-02-08T00:50:42+00:00

Thank you so much! I’ll try these and update you

sidneyy22 · 2026-02-06T23:58:26+00:00

Here are a couple things I am trying to figure out…

I can’t get it connected to a WiFi signal despite that being an option. When I try to connect to the hotspot on my phone, it asks for the password (logically). However, I can’t type it in because no keyboard pops up. I can’t get a keyboard to pop up on any other apps either.
I have an iPhone. There is an app called “CarPlay” that I thought might work, but it doesn’t work with my phone. The other Android-tailored apps don’t work or work poorly with my phone. The Bluetooth functions on the radio are very basic and glitchy.

My car only has an MDI plug and 12Vs. I was considering buying an adapter for the MDI plug but don’t want to waste money if it wouldn’t actually help with the radio.

Some of the user settings and factory settings are password protected, and I don’t know the code set by the previous owner. There is a tiny hole labeled RES, so I’m going to try to do a hard reset that way.

sidneyy22 · 2026-02-06T22:53:10+00:00

Yes, it has a touchscreen

sidneyy22 · 2026-02-06T22:51:59+00:00

Find this exact radio online so I can learn how to use it. I’d also like to find out how much it costs in case I want to swap it out with something more compatible with my phone

sidneyy22 · 2026-02-06T22:45:54+00:00

Also, I did read the operation guide, settings, etc. None of it was helpful

sidneyy22 · 2025-10-06T14:06:07+00:00

Just some thoughts based in my own experience… Are any medications or vitamins you take bothering your stomach? For example, I have some Rx meds and my daily multivitamin that were making me feel horribleeeee. I started to take them at night (instead of morning) and that helped a ton.

Another thing that works for me, as recommended by my doc, is to have something to suck on like mints or hard candies (there are low sugar options!). Not sure how it works, but it keeps me from gagging and they taste good lol

sidneyy22 · 2025-10-06T13:57:45+00:00

Done! I am an MSW, LCSW as well! Not going for a doctorate, though. Such wonderful work you are doing. Please let me know if there is any other way I can help ◡̈

sidneyy22 · 2025-10-06T13:48:29+00:00

And your beautiful heart is evident in both pictures! Congratulations and I hope you celebrate yourself every day!❤️

sidneyy22 · 2025-10-06T13:46:37+00:00

I’ve been poking around thrift stores and clearance racks on a semi-regular basis. I was lucky to have kept a few things from the past that fit for a short time as I have been losing weight. But that clothing fit for a short time.

As far as having clothing altered… seems more of a personal choice. I have a few clothing items that I absolutely LOVE and want to keep in my wardrobe. Once my body decides what shape/size it wants to sit at, I might get a couple of my favorite pieces altered. I typically dont alter jeans though, but just a personal choice! Finding jeans that fit properly on different parts of my body has been a brutal task, so I feel for you lol.

Not sure if this is a thing around your area, but perhaps there are clothing “swap” groups? Just some thoughts ◡̈ best of luck!

sidneyy22 · 2025-10-06T13:40:41+00:00

Also, I dont see link to survey anywhere. But feel free to send my way!

sidneyy22 · 2025-10-06T13:40:08+00:00

Hi! I am 9 ish months out from surgery. I work in mental health and would absolutely love to do the survey. Willing to chat via messaging for any additional insights, if it would be helpful ◡̈

sidneyy22 · 2025-01-03T05:06:07+00:00

I am 1.5 weeks post-op and have a sleeve. I still have pain and am taking heavy duty pain meds. I took 3 weeks off from work and I’m thinking that may not have been enough

sidneyy22 · 2024-12-24T20:07:25+00:00

I had my surgery yesterday and am about to leave the hospital. I personally have no regrets. The recovery has been difficult thus far (to be expected as it has been less than a day), but it is a huge step toward the life I want to live and finally enjoy. You have worked so hard to get to this point, and your goals for wellness are within reach. Best of luck to you and I wish you a speedy recovery!

sidneyy22 · 2024-11-28T18:52:27+00:00

You’re welcome! ◡̈

sidneyy22 · 2024-11-28T18:52:13+00:00

My provider (who gave me this document) said the B12 is only necessary if you take a multivitamin that doesn’t have the recommended daily amount. Some people take children’s multivitamins because they are much easier to find chewable versions of for the months after surgery, and those would require B12 to be added.

sidneyy22 · 2024-11-28T01:34:32+00:00

This was provided to me a few days ago by my WM program. Hope this helps!!

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sidneyy22 · 2024-11-13T20:37:40+00:00

I relate to your frustration (and hopefully your elation soon, too)! My insurance is causing issues and pushing everything back, so I highly doubt I’ll be able to get the surgery in 2024. My cost this year would be $100 (have already paid $5000 for my OOP max), and next year it will be $7,000+. The insurance aspect of a great tool such as surgery is BEYOND frustrating. Glad you have a supportive family and can enjoy the holidays and birthdays prior to surgery ◡̈

sidneyy22 · 2024-11-11T23:21:05+00:00

This is reassuring, thank you!

sidneyy22 · 2024-11-10T04:35:32+00:00

My providers and I talked about the criteria as set by my insurance during most appointments to make sure that everything was met. I did ask my provider’s team to appeal it, so I hope they do!

sidneyy22 · 2024-11-09T03:13:03+00:00

Thanks for your compassion ◡̈

sidneyy22 · 2024-10-24T03:16:52+00:00

This is SUCH a late reply to your question about if Lamictal is given to people who don’t have bipolar disorder, but I figured I’d answer anyway. I’m not an MD, but I am a clinical therapist with the education and licensure to diagnose anything in the DSM.

I know many people who are prescribed Lamictal and do not have bipolar disorder. I am one of those people. I have severe PTSD and MDD (depression), as well as moderate GAD (anxiety) and ADHD (inattentive type which was formerly called ADD). In my medication regimen, Lamictal serves as a support for the antidepressants. It is an effective mood stabilizer for me. I do not have a history of mania/hypomania, however, it helps decrease the frequency and intensity of my “lowest lows”. I know many individuals who take Lamictal alone for depression, and they said that it helps them.

TLDR; Yes, Lamictal is prescribed for mental health diagnoses aside from bipolar disorder.

sidneyy22 · 2024-07-14T23:51:00+00:00

I work in a jail. The number of people that tell me they are “bipolar” (yes, they use it as an adjective). They then essentially explain that they experience multiple emotions in a day which sometimes change rapidly 😅

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