Robin V.

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Not sure what just happened! - Okay, I'm on day 10 of opti. Haven't swayed, haven't cheated (surprised myself a bit, lol). Had my shake this morning, and then my coffee, and then bang! Instant cramps, severe, th...

Surgery 2 weeks away, what will I need? - I'm looking through my kitchen gadgets, and I don't have a food scale, is it something I'll need? Any other suggestions? Thanks OH family!

Kinda hungry - Day 3 of optifast for me, and I'm hungry. Is this feeling going to leave? As well I'm sooo thirsty! Any ideas? Happy Wednesday

How to ask for an angel? - How do I ask for an angel? My surgery is in Ottawa June 10th? Just askin', I'm getting a tiny bit nervous with a ton of excitement all at once! Kinda like a first date!! Lol

Got my date!! - I'm so excited, actually over the moon and nervous as ever all at once! Got my call, June 10th!! Then bum over on the bench if you don't mind I'd like to join!!!

May 8th nutrition class anyone? - I'm going to the nutrition class at the Ottawa clinic on May 8th, anyone else going?

Anyone ever feel forgotten? - I am taking my journey through the Ottawa clinic, and made a call today, and now I feel as though time has passed by and I was forgotten. I realize that I'm not the only patient by...

Scope results - candidas infection - Good morning, My journey so far has been easy and uneventful, just filled with waiting. Yesterday I had my scope done, because I've had heartburn in the past, nothing crazy, no...

GI scope question - Got a call today that my GI scope has been booked at the civic hospital in Ottawa. Just a question to those who have had one, how long is the procedure, how long to wait after? Sin...

Anyone at the Ottawa clinic 19th Feb? - I'm going to see the nutritionist and behaviorist at the Ottawa WMC for the afternoon. Anyone else there?

I think I've done it! - I think I've kicked my caffeine and coffee habit! It wasn't my original plan, but seems to be the outcome. I love coffee, have one in the morning while getting ready, another fo...

What's the best ? - Looking at apps on my phone, searching for the best one to use to track food intake (calories, protein etc) and exercise. My phone is always with me, therefore no need to try to re...

On I go, next the beh and rd - Went to the nurse on Monday (she was amazing!), now on to the RD and Behaviorist. What should I expect, how can I prepare myself? Any advice would be great!  Robin

Anyone in Ottawa On Jan 14th? - I'm finally getting to go to the nurse, after last attempt with the weather!  Anyone in Ottawa on Monday? Happy Friday Robin

Sleep study!! - Hey everyone, happy new year!  Well I had my sleep study done, good times had by all!  Apparently I don't snore like I've been told, actually slept like a baby. No snoring h...

Sleep Study? - Just asking a question, does every WLS participant need a sleep apnea test done? My family dr has ordered one, to help 'get my ducks in order'. Any ideas? My only sleep issues, ...

I could cry... - Woke up this morning to busses cancelled and freezing rain. It's my first nurses appointment this afternoon with fasting blood work this morning. I get ready in the car and start m...

Nurse appt in Ottawa Dec 10th - I'm going to see the nurse at the weight management clinic at the Civic. I got a call five weeks ago. What will happen at this appointment? Do I need to bring anything?  I'm so ...

Acceptable anxiety meds for surgery? - I am presently on meds for anxiety. Are there any that can be safely crushed for after surgery? Still new at this and trying to cover all my bases. Lol  

How Long?? - I'm new here. Had my group orientation in Ottawa on August 17th 2012. My appt with the nurse is booked for December 10th 2012. How long should I expect the 'wheels to turn' till ...